Notification plush toy ai system

Abstract

To provide an AI notification system that delivers notifications in a natural manner with less psychological burden, to users unfamiliar with operating digital devices, such as children and elderly persons.SOLUTION: The notification plush toy AI system of the present invention includes: a plush toy device equipped with sensors capable of analyzing emotional state, life rhythm, and behavior patterns; and a natural language processing AI, and outputs notifications as natural voice conversations. The system cooperates with the smartphone of a guardian to dynamically adjust notification content, timing, and wording, thereby enabling personalized notifications according to age and emotional state. A non-invasive and gentle notification experience is thus provided.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] This invention relates to a stuffed toy AI system that provides notifications through natural conversations based on information from emotional states, daily schedules, behavioral sensors, etc. In particular, it relates to a friendly notification method for non-digital users, and to interactive notification technology suitable for use in fields such as medical care, education, and nursing care. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventional notification systems mainly use electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, and smart speakers. These systems mainly provide standardized visual or auditory notifications, and do not sufficiently consider the user's emotional state or behavioral situation. This can be particularly problematic for users who are unfamiliar with digital devices, such as children and the elderly, as it can cause psychological stress and lead to notifications being overlooked. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0003] In view of the above, the present invention aims to provide a notification method that uses natural dialogue to deliver notifications to non-digital users without creating a sense of incongruity. It also aims to provide a notification algorithm that responds to emotions and relationships, achieving both accuracy in notification transmission and building trust with users. [Means for solving the problem]

[0004] The notification stuffed animal AI system of the present invention solves the above problems by including the following components. The system is equipped with hardware including a microphone, speaker, acceleration sensor, emotion estimation sensor, etc., a natural language processing engine that analyzes the user's lifestyle, emotional state, and speech history, and a behavioral analysis AI. It is also equipped with a notification control algorithm that determines the optimal notification timing based on this information. The system also features a voice output configuration that converts notification information into natural conversational sentences and communicates them to the user without any discomfort, and also features a cloud connection mechanism that can link with external devices such as smartphones and tablets to receive schedule information and warnings sent by guardians and caregivers.

[0005] Furthermore, the system is equipped with a decision-making mechanism that suppresses notifications when it is determined that notifications are unnecessary, and a growth record-keeping mechanism that creates a personalized conversation style for each user.In addition, the stuffed animal body in this system uses EVA resin for the exterior, making it possible to wipe and disinfect with alcohol or neutral detergent, ensuring the high durability and hygiene required in medical, educational, and nursing care facilities.

[0006] These components enable a comprehensive analysis of the user's emotional state, behavioral status, daily schedule, etc., and dynamically adjust the optimal notification timing, expression, and content, making it possible to provide interactive notifications with less psychological burden. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] This invention allows notifications to be sent in a natural way, even to non-digital users, dramatically improving the success rate of information transmission. Furthermore, by adding emotional and relational context to notifications, it goes beyond simply transmitting information and realizes "empathetic notifications" that give users a sense of security and trust. Furthermore, because it uses a structure and materials suitable for facility use, this innovative AI notification system combines practicality and hygienic features, making it highly useful in a variety of settings, including education, medical care, and nursing care. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0008] [Figure 1] A diagram of the notification plush toy is shown. [Figure 2] The notification processing flow diagram (adjusting notification timing based on emotional state, schedule, etc.) is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0009] The notification plush toy AI system of the present invention is configured by incorporating hardware such as a microphone, speaker, acceleration sensor, and emotion estimation sensor inside a plush toy-shaped housing, and by including a natural language processing engine and a behavior analysis module as AI units.

[0010] The AI ​​unit records the user's speech, movements, facial expressions, daily life patterns, etc., and estimates the user's condition based on the accumulated data. If necessary, it analyzes schedule information, warnings, etc. obtained from an external device (such as a parent's or caregiver's smartphone) via a cloud connection, and notifies the user at the timing and in the wording appropriate for the user.

[0011] Notifications are delivered through AI-generated voice output in natural conversational sentences, and the system also has the ability to suppress notifications if the need for notifications is deemed low. Furthermore, the system can select notification tones according to the user's emotional state, age, relationship, etc., reconfigure notification content, and adjust repetition intervals.

[0012] The system also has a growth record function and performs personalized control that continually changes notification methods, speech styles, response patterns, etc. depending on the relationship with the user and usage history. The stuffed animal itself is made of EVA resin, making it easy to disinfect and wipe down, as it is intended for use in medical, educational, and nursing care facilities. [Example]

[0013] For example, if a parent registers schedule information such as "We're going on a field trip tomorrow" on their smartphone, the system will retrieve that information via the cloud and notify the child on the morning of the day in the form of a natural conversation, such as "Today is the day to bring your lunch!"

[0014] Additionally, if the sensor determines that the user is not very active, the device will support their daily rhythm by offering suggestions such as, "Maybe you've been resting a little too much. Drink some water and get some exercise."

[0015] In elderly care facilities, when it's time for medication, a gentle reminder will be sent asking, "Is it almost time for your medication?" and the notification intervals can be adjusted according to the patient's emotional state to avoid over-interference, thereby reducing the psychological burden. [Industrial Applicability]

[0016] The notification stuffed animal AI system of the present invention can be widely used as an information communication support tool in educational settings, homes, medical institutions, nursing homes, etc. It also has high industrial applicability as a friendly notification method for non-digital users, and as a new notification device that emphasizes emotional connections not found in conventional technology.

Claims

1. This is an AI system in which a stuffed toy device gives notifications in the form of natural voice conversation based on information such as emotional state, daily schedule, and behavioral sensor information, and is characterized by having an AI mechanism that learns the user's daily rhythm, hardware such as a microphone, speaker, and acceleration sensor, and a notification algorithm that determines the timing of notifications using natural language processing.

2. In the notification stuffed animal AI system described in claim 1, the AI ​​system is characterized by including a mechanism that works in conjunction with an external terminal such as a parent's, receives schedule information and important notices, and adjusts the timing and wording of notifications to convey them to the child in a natural way.

3. The notification stuffed animal AI system described in claim 1 or 2 is characterized by having a control algorithm that dynamically selects whether or not to output a notification, its content, and its expression method according to the user's emotional state, behavioral patterns, and age, and is optimized to reduce psychological burden.

4. In the notification stuffed animal AI system described in any one of claims 1 to 3, the stuffed animal exterior is made of EVA resin material, can be wiped and disinfected, and has a structure suitable for use in medical, nursing care, and educational facilities.

5. The notification stuffed animal AI system described in any one of claims 1 to 4 is characterized by the fact that the AI ​​records the user's speech history, notification responses, and daily rhythm over the long term, and is equipped with a personalization function that adjusts the notification style and wording according to growth and changes in relationships.

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