Control device, air conditioning control system, control method, and program

Abstract

Compared to conventional methods, this makes it easier for the observer to perceive the natural environment in simulated landscapes and other simulated scenes. [Solution] The system includes a display content acquisition unit that acquires display content including the natural environment in a simulated landscape which is a landscape simulated by an output device, a control signal generation unit that outputs a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the display content, and a control command unit that outputs the control signal to an air conditioning device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The technology of the present disclosure relates to a control technology for adjusting an air condition using output content from an output device. Background Art

[0002] Some output devices employ a technology for pseudo-reproducing scenery and the like by means of output such as illumination or display. Patent Document 1 discloses an illumination technology that improves the open feeling of a space by emitting light imitating the sky such as blue sky from a main surface to make the surface look like a window. Prior Art Documents Patent Documents

[0003] Patent Document 1 International Publication No. WO 2018 / 22065 Summary of the Invention Problem to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] However, the illumination technology described in Patent Document 1 only emits light imitating the sky such as blue sky from a main surface to make it look like a window to a subject who is supposed to observe it, and has a problem that it is insufficient for making the subject feel the natural environment in a pseudo-reproduced scenery or the like.

[0005] The present disclosure solves the above problem, and aims to make it easier for a subject who is supposed to be observing to feel the natural environment in a pseudo-reproduced scenery or the like, as compared with conventional techniques. Means for Solving the Problem

[0006] The control device of the present disclosure includes: a display content acquisition unit configured to acquire display content including a natural environment in a pseudo scenery that is a scenery pseudo-reproduced by an output device; A control signal generation unit that outputs a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the above display content, A control command unit that outputs the aforementioned control signal to the air conditioning unit, It is something that is provided. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] According to this disclosure, compared to conventional methods, it is possible to make the natural environment in simulated landscapes and other images more easily perceived by the observer. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0008] [Figure 1] Figure 1 is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of a control device according to Embodiment 1 of the present disclosure and an air conditioning control system including the control device. [Figure 2] Figure 2 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing of a control device according to Embodiment 1 of this disclosure. [Figure 3] Figure 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of an output device and an air conditioning device in this disclosure. Figure 3A shows an example where the output device is a display device, and Figure 3B shows an example where the output device is a lighting device. [Figure 4] Figure 4 shows an example of the configuration of the display content acquisition unit in the control device according to Embodiment 2 of this disclosure. [Figure 5] Figure 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing of the display content acquisition unit in the control device according to Embodiment 2 of this disclosure. [Figure 6] Figure 6 shows an example of the configuration of the control signal generation unit in the control device according to Embodiment 3 of this disclosure. [Figure 7] Figure 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing of the control signal generation unit in the control device according to Embodiment 3 of this disclosure. [Figure 8] Figure 8 shows an example of the configuration of the control signal generation unit in the control device according to Embodiment 4 of this disclosure. [Figure 9]FIG. 9 is a flowchart illustrating an example of processing performed by a control signal generator in a control device according to a fourth embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of a control signal generator in a control device according to a fifth embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 11] FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating an example of processing performed by a control signal generator in a control device according to the fifth embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 12] FIG. 12 is a diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of a control device according to a sixth embodiment of the present disclosure and an air conditioning control system including the control device. [Figure 13] FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating another detailed example of a configuration of a control signal generator in a control device according to the sixth embodiment of the present disclosure, where FIG. 13A is a second configuration example, FIG. 13B is a third configuration example, and FIG. 13C is a fourth configuration example. [Figure 14] FIG. 14 is a flowchart illustrating an example of processing performed by a control signal generator in a control device according to the sixth embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 15] FIG. 15 is a diagram illustrating a first example of a hardware configuration for implementing the functions according to the configuration of the present disclosure. [Figure 16] FIG. 16 is a diagram illustrating a second example of a hardware configuration for implementing the functions according to the configuration of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS

[0009] Hereinafter, in order to describe the present disclosure in more detail, embodiments of the present disclosure will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0010] First Embodiment. In the first embodiment, an example of a basic embodiment of the control device of the present disclosure or a system including the control device will be described.

[0011] A configuration example of a control device according to the first embodiment of the present disclosure will be described. FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of a control device according to a first embodiment of the present disclosure and an air conditioning control system including the control device. The air conditioning control system 1 according to the first embodiment is a system in which the control device 100 controls an air conditioner 20 in accordance with output content of an output device 10. The air conditioning control system 1 shown in FIG. 1 includes an output device 10, an air conditioner 20, and a control device 100.

[0012] The output device 10 reproduces a pseudo scenery. Specifically, the output device 10 outputs a display pattern of a pseudo scenery, which is a pseudo-reproduced scenery. The output device 10 is realized by, for example, a lighting device or a display device. When the output device 10 is a lighting device, the output device 10 reproduces the pseudo scenery by, for example, irradiating an indoor wall surface of a building with light having a display pattern of the pseudo scenery. When the output device 10 is a display device, the output device 10 is disposed, for example, on an indoor wall surface of a building, and reproduces the pseudo scenery by displaying a display pattern of the pseudo scenery. The direction of the indoor wall surface of the building is not limited, but the indoor wall surface of the building is assumed to be, for example, an indoor side surface, an indoor upper surface (ceiling surface), an indoor lower surface (floor surface), or a combination of two or more of an indoor side surface, an indoor upper surface (ceiling surface) and an indoor lower surface (floor surface). The pseudo scenery is, for example, external light entering through a window, such as sunlight filtering through trees entering the room through a window, or light reflected by a water surface and entering the room through a window. The pseudo scenery is also, for example, an outdoor scenery visible through a window, such as the sky, mountains, and trees visible through a window. Detailed examples of the pseudo scenery will be described later. The output device 10 outputs information on display content including the natural environment in the pseudo scenery (display content information) to the control device 100.

[0013] Note that the output device 10 may be configured to output pseudo environmental sound in addition to the pseudo scenery. The pseudo environmental sound is environmental sound that is pseudo-reproduced by the output device 10 in accordance with the pseudo scenery.

[0014] The air conditioning unit 20 functions to perform air conditioning according to commands from the control device 100. As a result, the air conditioning unit 20 performs air conditioning according to the simulated scenery reproduced by the output device 10.

[0015] When the output device 10 reproduces a simulated landscape inside a building, the air conditioning device 20 adjusts the air quality inside the building. That is, the air conditioning device 20 adjusts the air quality so that a person who would be present in the space where the simulated landscape is reproduced by the output device 10 can perceive the natural environment of the simulated landscape.

[0016] The control device 100 controls the air conditioning system 20 based on the content displayed by the output device 10. Specifically, the control device 100 according to this embodiment 1 acquires display content including the natural environment in a simulated landscape which is a landscape simulated by the output device 10, and controls the air conditioning device 20 by outputting a control signal indicating the state of the air corresponding to the natural environment included in the display content to the air conditioning device 20. The control device 100 is implemented, for example, by a computer and a program. In this case, the computer operates as the control device 100 according to the program. The control device 100 shown in Figure 1 includes a display content acquisition unit 110, a control signal generation unit 120, and a control command unit 130.

[0017] The display content acquisition unit 110 acquires the display content from the output device 10. The display content acquisition unit 110 acquires display content, including the natural environment, in the simulated landscape which is a landscape simulated and reproduced by the output device 10. The natural environment includes, for example, at least one of the following: the colors included in the simulated landscape, the intensity of light included in the simulated landscape, and the state changes (movement speed) of objects included in the simulated landscape. The display content acquisition unit 110 acquires the display content from a display pattern, for example, as described in the embodiment described later. Alternatively, the display content acquisition unit 110 may be configured to acquire data that directly indicates the display content from outside the device, for example.

[0018] The control signal generation unit 120 outputs a control signal indicating the air condition corresponding to the natural environment included in the display content. The control signal generation unit 120 generates and outputs a control signal based on control content pre-stored for each display content. Alternatively, the control signal generation unit 120 generates and outputs a control signal based on control content pre-stored in a database in association with each display content.

[0019] The control command unit 130 issues commands to the air conditioning unit 20. The control command unit 130 outputs the control signal output by the control signal generation unit 120 to the air conditioning unit 20.

[0020] In addition to the above configuration, the control device 100 includes a control unit (not shown), a storage unit (not shown), and a communication unit (not shown). A control unit (not shown) controls the entire control device 100 and its individual components. For example, the control unit activates the control device 100 according to an external command. Furthermore, the control unit controls the state of the control device 100 (operating state = state such as startup, shutdown, or sleep). A storage unit (not shown) stores the data used by the control device 100. For example, the storage unit stores the output (output data) from each component of the control device 100 and outputs the requested data to the requesting component. The communication unit (not shown) communicates with external devices. For example, it communicates between the control device 100 (100A) and peripheral devices (e.g., the output device 10 and the air conditioning unit 20). For example, if the control device 100 and the output device 10 or the air conditioning unit 20 are not connected by wire, the communication unit (not shown) has the function of communicating between the control device 100 and the output device 10 or the air conditioning unit 20. Furthermore, if data communication with an external device is required, the communication unit (not shown) has the function of communicating with an external device, such as a server device. The control unit (not shown), storage unit (not shown), and communication unit (not shown) are the same in the embodiments described later.

[0021] An example of processing by the control device according to Embodiment 1 of this disclosure will be described. Figure 2 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing of a control device according to Embodiment 1 of this disclosure. The process shown in Figure 2 is a control method used by a control device. The control device 100 shown in Figure 2, for example, starts the process shown in Figure 2 ("start") when it receives a control start command from an external source.

[0022] The control device 100 then performs a display content acquisition process (step ST1010 "Display Content Acquisition"). In the display content acquisition process, the display content acquisition unit 110 of the control device 100 acquires the display content, including the natural environment in the simulated landscape, which is a landscape simulated by the output device 10. The display content acquisition unit 110 acquires information indicating the display content output by the output device 10 (information indicating the natural environment in the simulated landscape) and outputs it to the control signal generation unit 120.

[0023] The control device 100 then performs a control signal generation process (step ST1020 "Control signal generation"). In the control signal generation process, the control signal generation unit 120 of the control device 100 outputs a control signal that indicates the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the display content. The control signal generation unit 120 generates and outputs a control signal based on control content stored in advance for each display content. Alternatively, the control signal generation unit 120 generates a control signal based on control content stored in advance in a database in association with each display content and outputs it to the control command unit 130.

[0024] The control device 100 then executes a control command process (step ST1030 "control command"). In the control command process, the control command unit 130 of the control device 100 outputs the control signal output by the control signal generation unit 120 to the air conditioning unit 20. The control command unit 130 acquires the control signal output by the control signal generation unit 120. The control command unit 130 commands the air conditioning unit 20 by outputting the control signal to the air conditioning unit 20. The air conditioning unit 20 adjusts the air condition according to the command from the control device 100.

[0025] The control device 100 then performs a termination determination process (step ST1040 "Termination?"). In the termination determination process, for example, a control unit (not shown) of the control device 100 acquires the operating status of the air conditioning unit 20 and determines that the process terminates when the operation has stopped. If the control device 100 determines in the termination determination process of step ST1040 that it is not going to terminate the process (step ST1040 "Termination?" "NO"), it proceeds to the process of step ST1010 and repeats from the process of step ST1010 thereafter. If the control device 100 determines in the termination determination process of step ST1040 that it should terminate the process (step ST1040 "Termination?" "YES"), it then terminates the process ("Termination").

[0026] Next, we will describe the simulated landscape reproduced by the output device 10. Figure 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of an output device and an air conditioning device in this disclosure. Figure 3A shows an example where the output device is a display device, and Figure 3B shows an example where the output device is a lighting device. In Figure 3A, the display device 11, acting as the output device 10, reproduces a scene (simulated scene 13) in which the sky can be seen through a window (simulated window). The air outlets 21 of the air conditioning unit 20 are positioned to adjust the air quality for the person who will be viewing the simulated scene. The control device 100 commands the air conditioning unit 20 to adjust the air quality according to the situation (simulated situation) that changes due to the natural environment, such as the color of the sky and the movement of clouds visible through the simulated window. In Figure 3B, the lighting device 12, acting as the output device 10, reproduces a scene (simulated scene 13) such as sunlight filtering through trees into the room through a window (simulated window). The air outlet 21 of the air conditioning device 20 is positioned to adjust the air quality for the person who will be viewing the simulated scene. The control device 100 commands the air conditioning device 20 to adjust the air quality according to the situation (simulated situation) that changes due to the natural environment, such as the rate at which sunlight filters through trees changes. Figures 3A and 3B may be combined. That is, the output device 10 may consist of a display device 11 and a lighting device 12. In this case, the control device 100 instructs the air conditioning device 20 to adjust the air condition according to the conditions (simulated conditions) that change due to the natural environment included in the landscape (simulated landscape) reproduced by the display device 11 and the lighting device 12. The output device 10 can change the display in a simulated window installed on the wall to show patterns that correspond to the time of day, random patterns, patterns that correspond to the weather outside, and so on. This can be achieved, for example, by display devices such as a screen or lighting fixtures that mimic a blue sky. Specifically, in the case of a screen, an outdoor landscape such as the sky or mountains can be displayed, and animations can be shown that reproduce changes in weather such as cloud movement, trees swaying in the wind, and rain, as well as changes in time of day and seasons. In the case of lighting fixtures, the above changes can be expressed by changes in light. In addition to the simulated window, the output device 10 can also change the shape, movement, and color of the dappled sunlight projected onto the wall by a projector or lighting fixture that simulates sunlight filtering through trees. In this case, the animation speed of the dappled sunlight projected onto the wall becomes faster or slower. The color of the sunlight changes from white to orange (daytime → evening). The control device 100 enables coordinated control of the operation of, for example, ceiling-embedded air conditioning units and floor-mounted air conditioning units (including blowers and ventilation fans) in conjunction with the simulated windows. The airflow (air volume, direction, temperature, and humidity) from the air conditioning unit 20 is set for each display pattern of the simulated window or simulated sunlight filtering through trees, and the airflow changes when the display pattern changes. For example, if the animation speeds up, the wind becomes stronger and the direction changes more drastically. More specifically, if rain is displayed, the humidity will be high and the air will be cold. Or, if the scene is of a morning sky, the humidity will be low and the air will be cool. In this way, by the control device 100 of this disclosure controlling the air conditioning device 20, the subject (resident) in the space where the air quality is being adjusted will be able to match the visual information from the simulated window with the sensation of wind on their body, making it feel more like a real, natural environment.

[0027] Traditionally, when windows are artificially recreated indoors using display devices or lighting equipment, residents are more likely to recognize them as fakes rather than mistake them for real ones, making it difficult to perceive them as natural. Similarly, it is difficult to create the illusion of real light, such as sunlight filtering through trees, when recreated using projectors or lighting fixtures. According to the control device of this disclosure, for example, in an indoor space, the control device automatically controls the "wind speed, temperature, and humidity from the air conditioner" in accordance with the "movement, color, and brightness changes (visual information)" of a simulated landscape ("windows and the view from the windows (display devices such as displays that mimic windows, or lighting fixtures that mimic windows)") or "sunlight filtering through trees into the room through the window (projectors or lighting fixtures that mimic sunlight)"), making the occupants feel as if they are experiencing a real window or real sunlight filtering through trees, thus allowing them to feel closer to nature.

[0028] This embodiment shows a configuration that includes the following: [1] A display content acquisition unit acquires display content, including the natural environment, in a simulated landscape which is a landscape that is simulated and reproduced by the output device. A control signal generation unit that outputs a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the above display content, A control command unit that outputs the aforementioned control signal to the air conditioning unit, A control device equipped with the following features. As a result, this disclosure has the effect of providing a control device that controls air conditioning in a way that makes it easier for the observer to perceive the natural environment in a simulated landscape, compared to conventional methods.

[0029] This embodiment shows a configuration that includes the following:

[12] An air conditioning control system including an air conditioning unit and a control device that controls the air conditioning unit, The control device is A display content acquisition unit acquires display content, including the natural environment, in a simulated landscape which is a landscape that is simulated and reproduced by the output device. A control signal generation unit that outputs a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the above display content, A control command unit that outputs the aforementioned control signal to the air conditioning unit, Equipped with, An air conditioning control system characterized by the following features. As a result, this disclosure has the effect of providing an air conditioning control system that controls the air conditioning in a way that makes it easier for the observer to perceive the natural environment in a simulated landscape, compared to conventional systems.

[0030] This embodiment shows a configuration that includes the following:

[13] A control method using a control device, The display content acquisition unit of the control device acquires display content including the natural environment in a simulated landscape which is a landscape simulated and reproduced by the output device; The control signal generation unit of the control device outputs a control signal that indicates the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the display content in a control signal generation step, The control command unit of the control device outputs the control signal to the air conditioning unit in a control command step, A control method comprising the following features. As a result, this disclosure has the effect of providing a control method for controlling air conditioning in a way that makes it easier for the observer to perceive the natural environment in a simulated landscape, compared to conventional methods.

[0031] This embodiment shows a configuration that includes the following:

[14] Computers, A display content acquisition unit acquires display content, including the natural environment, in a simulated landscape which is a landscape that is simulated and reproduced by the output device. A control signal generation unit that outputs a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the above display content, A control command unit that outputs the aforementioned control signal to the air conditioning unit, A program characterized by operating as a control device equipped with the following features. As a result, this disclosure has the effect of providing a program that controls air conditioning in a way that makes it easier for the observer to perceive the natural environment in a simulated landscape, compared to conventional methods.

[0032] This embodiment further illustrates an example configuration including the following: [2] The output device reproduces a simulated landscape inside a building. The aforementioned air conditioning system adjusts the air quality inside the building. The control device according to [1], characterized in that As a result, this disclosure has the effect of providing a control device that controls the air conditioning in a building's interior in a way that makes it easier for the observer to perceive a simulated natural environment, such as a landscape, compared to conventional methods. Furthermore, by applying the above configuration to a control system including a control device, the above control method, or the above program, the same effects as described above can be achieved.

[0033] This embodiment further illustrates an example configuration including the following: [3] The aforementioned simulated scenery is natural light streaming in through a window. The control device according to [2], characterized in that As a result, this disclosure can further enhance the ability to create a sense of natural environment in simulated landscapes, such as sunlight filtering through trees through windows or reflected light from the water's surface. This provides a control device that controls air conditioning to make it easier for the observer to perceive the natural environment in simulated landscapes compared to conventional methods. Furthermore, by applying the above configuration to a control system including a control device, the above control method, or the above program, the same effects as described above can be achieved.

[0034] This embodiment further illustrates an example configuration including the following: [4] The aforementioned simulated scenery is the view outside the window. The control device according to [2], characterized in that As a result, this disclosure can further enhance the ability to create a sense of the natural environment in a simulated landscape, such as the sky, mountains, and trees visible from the window, and to provide a control device that controls the air conditioning in a way that makes it easier for the observer to perceive the natural environment in a simulated landscape compared to conventional methods. Furthermore, by applying the above configuration to a control system including a control device, the above control method, or the above program, the same effects as described above can be achieved.

[0035] Embodiment 2. In the embodiments described above, an example of a basic form was explained. In Embodiment 1, in particular, an embodiment was described in which control signals are generated using display content that includes a natural environment in a simulated landscape. Embodiment 2 describes an example configuration in which the natural environment in the simulated landscape included in the display content is clarified, and control signals are generated that correspond to the natural environment. In Embodiment 2, for components of the control device according to Embodiment 2 or the air conditioning control system including said control device that are the same as those of Embodiment 1 already described, the diagrams used in Embodiment 1 will be used in conjunction with this, and the same or similar reference numerals as those used in Embodiment 1 (in particular, reference numerals ending in "B" in this embodiment) will be used, and redundant explanations will be omitted as appropriate.

[0036] Next, an example of the configuration of the control device according to Embodiment 2 of this disclosure will be described. The air conditioning control system 1(1B) according to this second embodiment includes an output device 10, an air conditioning device 20, and a control device 100(100B).

[0037] The control device 100 (100B) according to this second embodiment has, in addition to the functions of the control device 100 in the embodiment already described, a function to determine and use the natural environment in the simulated landscape based on the content displayed by the output device 10. The control device 100 (100B) is configured to include a display content acquisition unit 110 (110B), a control signal generation unit 120, and a control command unit 130.

[0038] The display content acquisition unit 110 (110B) acquires the display content, including the natural environment, in the simulated landscape which is a landscape that is simulated and reproduced by the output device 10. The display content acquisition unit 110 (110B) according to this second embodiment further determines the natural environment included in the simulated landscape. Figure 4 shows an example of the configuration of the display content acquisition unit in the control device according to Embodiment 2 of this disclosure. The display content acquisition unit 110 (110B) shown in Figure 4 is configured to include an environment determination unit 111. The environmental determination unit 111 uses the displayed content to determine the natural environment based on the display pattern of the simulated landscape reproduced by the output device 10. The display content acquisition unit 110 (110B) outputs display content information that includes information that can identify the natural environment determined by the environment determination unit 111.

[0039] The control signal generation unit 120 outputs a control signal indicating the air condition corresponding to the natural environment included in the display content. Based on the natural environment determined by the environment determination unit 111, the control signal generation unit 120 generates and outputs a control signal based on control content pre-stored for each natural environment. Alternatively, the control signal generation unit 120 generates and outputs a control signal based on control content pre-stored in a database associated with each natural environment.

[0040] The output device 10 according to this second embodiment may be configured to further output simulated ambient sounds, which are sounds of an environment that is simulated to be reproduced. The simulated ambient sound is the sound of the environment that is simulated and reproduced by the output device 10 in accordance with the simulated scenery. The output device 10 outputs not only the display content information but also information about simulated ambient sounds (simulated ambient sound information) to the control device 100 (100B). The environmental determination unit 111 further determines the natural environment using simulated environmental sounds, which are sounds of the environment that are simulated and reproduced by the output device.

[0041] The control signal generation unit 120 outputs a control signal indicating the air condition according to the natural environment included in the display content. Specifically, the control signal generation unit 120 acquires the natural environment determined by the environment determination unit 111 and outputs a control signal indicating the air condition according to the natural environment.

[0042] An example of processing by the control device according to Embodiment 2 of this disclosure will be described. Figure 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing of the display content acquisition unit in the control device according to Embodiment 2 of this disclosure. The display content acquisition unit 110(110B) of the control device 100(100B) according to this second embodiment starts the process shown in Figure 5 ("Start") when the control device 100(100B) starts processing.

[0043] The display content acquisition unit 110(110B) of the control device 100(110B) then executes a display pattern acquisition process (step ST2010 “Display Pattern Acquisition”). In the display pattern acquisition process, the display content acquisition unit 110(110B) acquires display content including the natural environment in the simulated landscape, which is a landscape simulated by the output device 10. The display content acquisition unit 110(110B) acquires a display pattern based on the display content.

[0044] The display content acquisition unit 110(110B) of the control device 100(110B) then performs an environment determination process (step ST2020 "environment determination"). In the environment determination process, the environment determination unit 111 of the display content acquisition unit 110(110B) determines the natural environment in the simulated landscape based on the display pattern. The environment determination unit 111 uses the display content to determine the natural environment based on the display pattern of the simulated landscape reproduced by the output device 10.

[0045] The display content acquisition unit 110(110B) of the control device 100(110B) then performs display content output processing (step ST2030 “Display Content Output”). In the display content output processing, the display content acquisition unit 110(110B) generates display content information that includes information that can identify the natural environment determined by the environment determination unit 111. The display content acquisition unit 110(110B) outputs the display content information to the control signal generation unit 120.

[0046] The display content acquisition unit 110(110B) of the control device 100(110B) then performs a termination determination process (step ST2040 "Termination?"). In the termination determination process, the display content acquisition unit 110(110B) determines that it terminates the process when it receives a command to terminate the process from a control unit (not shown) in the control device 100(100B). If the display content acquisition unit 110(110B) of the control device 100(110B) determines in the termination determination process of step ST2040 that it is not to terminate the process (step ST2040 "Termination?" "NO"), it proceeds to the process of step ST2010, and thereafter repeats from the above process of step ST2010. If the display content acquisition unit 110(110B) of the control device 100(110B) determines in the termination determination process of step ST2060 that the process should be terminated (step ST2040 "Termination?" "YES"), it then terminates the process shown in Figure 5 ("Termination").

[0047] With the configuration described above, it becomes possible to create air conditions that correspond to the natural environment in the simulated landscape.

[0048] This embodiment further illustrates an example configuration including the following: [5] The aforementioned display content acquisition unit, An environmental determination unit that determines the natural environment based on the display pattern of the simulated landscape reproduced by the output device. A control device according to any one of [1][2][3][4], characterized by comprising [1][2][3][4]. As a result, this disclosure will also enable the issuance of commands based on control signals that indicate the state of the air according to each natural environment. This will provide a control device that controls air conditioning in a way that makes it easier for the observer to perceive the natural environment in a simulated landscape or similar setting, compared to conventional methods. Furthermore, by applying the above configuration to a control system including a control device, the above control method, or the above program, the same effects as described above can be achieved.

[0049] This embodiment further illustrates an example configuration including the following: [6] The output device further outputs simulated ambient sounds, which are sounds of an environment that is simulated to be reproduced. The aforementioned environmental determination unit is The natural environment is further determined using simulated environmental sounds, which are sounds of the environment that are simulated and reproduced by the output device. A control device according to any one of [1][2][3][4][5], characterized by comprising: As a result, this disclosure makes it possible to issue commands based on control signals that indicate the state of the air according to each natural environment using simulated ambient sounds. Therefore, it has the effect of providing a control device that controls air conditioning in a way that makes it easier for the observer to perceive the natural environment in a simulated landscape, compared to conventional methods. Furthermore, by applying the above configuration to a control system including a control device, the above control method, or the above program, the same effects as described above can be achieved.

[0050] Embodiment 3. In the embodiments described above, a configuration was described in which the display content or the natural environment in the simulated landscape and the control content are stored in advance, and a control signal corresponding to the natural environment in the display content or the simulated landscape is output. Embodiment 3 describes an example configuration in which a generative artificial intelligence (AI) is used to generate control signals corresponding to the natural environment in the displayed content or simulated landscape. In Embodiment 3, for components of the control device according to Embodiment 3 or the air conditioning control system including said control device that are the same as those described in Embodiment 1 or Embodiment 2, the diagrams used in Embodiment 1 or Embodiment 2 will be used in conjunction with this embodiment, and the same or similar reference numerals as those used in Embodiment 1 or Embodiment 2 (in particular, reference numerals ending in "C" in this embodiment) will be used, and redundant explanations will be omitted as appropriate.

[0051] An example of the configuration of the control device according to Embodiment 3 of this disclosure will be described. The air conditioning control system 1(1C) according to this third embodiment includes an output device 10, an air conditioning device 20, and a control device 100(100C). The control device 100 (100C) according to this third embodiment includes a display content acquisition unit 110, a control signal generation unit 120 (120C), and a control command unit 130.

[0052] Figure 6 shows an example of the configuration of the control signal generation unit in the control device according to Embodiment 3 of this disclosure. The control signal generation unit 120 (120C) according to this third embodiment generates control signals using a generation AI. Specifically, the control signal generation unit 120 (120C) generates the control signals using a generation AI that takes information including display content or the natural environment as input and outputs control signals. The generation AI may be provided in the control signal generation unit 120 (120C), or it may be provided outside the control signal generation unit 120 (120C), or it may be provided outside the control device 100C (for example, on an external server). The control signal generation unit 120C shown in Figure 6 includes an instruction statement generation unit 121. The command generation unit 121 generates commands for the generating AI using the displayed content or the natural environment. The command generation unit 121 inputs the generated commands to the generating AI (not shown). The control signal generation unit 120 (120C) generates the control signal using a generation AI that takes a command statement including the display content as input and outputs a control signal.

[0053] An example of processing by the control device according to Embodiment 3 of this disclosure will be described. Figure 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing of the control signal generation unit in the control device according to Embodiment 3 of this disclosure. The control signal generation unit 120 (120C) of the control device 100 (100C) according to this third embodiment starts the process shown in Figure 7 ("Start") when the control device 100 (100C) starts processing.

[0054] The control signal generation unit 120 (120C) of the control device 100 (100C) then performs display content reception processing (step ST3010 "Display Content Reception"). In the display content reception processing, the control signal generation unit 120 (120C) receives information on the display content output by the display content acquisition unit 110 (or display content acquisition unit 110B). The display content includes the natural environment in the simulated landscape. If the information on the display content is output by the display content acquisition unit 110B, the information on the display content includes information that can identify the natural environment.

[0055] The control signal generation unit 120 (120C) of the control device 100 (100C) then executes an instruction statement generation process (step ST3020 "Instruction Statement Generation"). In the instruction statement generation process, the instruction statement generation unit 121 of the control signal generation unit 120 (120C) generates an instruction statement for the generating AI using the display content or the natural environment. The instruction statement generation unit 121 inputs the generated instruction statement to the generating AI (not shown). The generating AI takes information including the display content or the natural environment as input and outputs a control signal.

[0056] The control signal generation unit 120 (120C) of the control device 100 (100C) then executes a control signal generation process (step ST3030 "control signal generation"). In the control signal generation process, the control signal generation unit 120 (120C) generates a control signal using the generation AI.

[0057] The control signal generation unit 120 (120C) of the control device 100 (100C) then performs control signal output processing (step ST3040 "Control signal output"). In the control signal output processing, the control signal generation unit 120 (120C) outputs the generated control signal to the control command unit 130.

[0058] The control signal generation unit 120 (120C) of the control device 100 (100C) then performs a termination determination process (step ST3050 "Termination?"). In the termination determination process, the control signal generation unit 120 (120C) determines that the process is terminated when it receives a command to terminate the process from a control unit (not shown) in the control device 100 (100C).

[0059] If the control device 100 (100C) determines in the termination determination process of step ST3050 that it is not going to terminate the process (step ST3050 "Termination?" "NO"), it proceeds to the process of step ST3010 and repeats the process from step ST3010 thereafter. If the control device 100 (100C) determines in the termination determination process of step ST3050 that it should terminate the process (step ST3050 "Termination?" "YES"), it then terminates the process shown in Figure 7 ("Termination").

[0060] With the configuration described above, it becomes easier to control the system to adjust the air quality to more detailed natural environmental conditions.

[0061] This embodiment further illustrates an example configuration including the following: [7] The control signal generation unit, The control signal is generated using a generation AI that takes information including the display content as input and outputs a control signal. A control device according to any one of [1][2][3][4][5][6], characterized in that This disclosure further facilitates the control of adjusting the air quality to match the natural environment in more detail, and provides a control device that controls the air conditioning in a way that makes the natural environment in a simulated landscape more easily perceived by the observer compared to conventional methods. Furthermore, by applying the above configuration to a control system including a control device, the above control method, or the above program, the same effects as described above can be achieved.

[0062] Embodiment 4. In the embodiments described above, a method for adjusting the air quality according to the displayed content or the natural environment was explained. Embodiment 4 further describes an example of a configuration that can adjust the air quality according to the situation after clearly determining the conditions in the natural environment. In Embodiment 4, for components of the control device according to Embodiment 4 or the air conditioning control system including the control device, which are the same as those described in Embodiments 1, 2, or 3, the diagrams used in each embodiment (Embodiment 1, 2, or 3) will be used in conjunction with the diagrams used in each embodiment (Embodiment 1, 2, or 3), and the same or similar reference numerals (especially in this embodiment, reference numerals ending in "D") will be used, and redundant explanations will be omitted as appropriate.

[0063] An example of the configuration of the control device according to Embodiment 4 of this disclosure will be described. The air conditioning control system 1(1D) according to this fourth embodiment includes an output device 10, an air conditioning device 20, and a control device 100(100D). The control device 100 (100D) according to this fourth embodiment includes a display content acquisition unit 110, a control signal generation unit 120 (120D), and a control command unit 130.

[0064] The control signal generation unit 120 (120D) according to this fourth embodiment further determines the conditions in the natural environment of the simulated landscape reproduced by the output device 10 and generates a control signal. Figure 8 shows an example of the configuration of the control signal generation unit in the control device according to Embodiment 4 of this disclosure. The control signal generation unit 120 (120D) shown in Figure 8 includes a status determination unit 122 and a signal generation unit 123.

[0065] The situation determination unit 122 outputs a simulated situation, which is a situation in the natural environment included in the displayed content, based on the displayed content. The natural environment includes, for example, at least one of the following: the colors contained in the simulated landscape, the intensity of light contained in the simulated landscape, or the state changes (movement speed) of objects contained in the simulated landscape. A simulated situation is a situation represented, for example, by weather, season, time of day, or a combination of two or more of these in a simulated landscape. In other words, the situation determination unit 122 determines a simulated situation, which is a situation represented by weather, season, time of day, amount of change in state, or a combination of two or more of these, in the simulated landscape, based on the natural environment, which includes at least one of the following: the color included in the simulated landscape, the intensity of light included in the simulated landscape, or the change in state (speed of movement) of objects included in the simulated landscape.

[0066] The signal generation unit 123 generates a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the simulated situation, which is the result of the judgment processing by the situation judgment unit 122. The signal generation unit 123 generates and outputs a control signal based on the control content stored in advance for each simulated situation. Alternatively, the control signal generation unit 120 generates a control signal based on the control content stored in advance in the database in association with each simulated situation, and outputs the control signal to the control command unit 130.

[0067] An example of processing by the control device according to Embodiment 4 of this disclosure will be described. Figure 9 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing of the control signal generation unit in the control device according to Embodiment 4 of this disclosure. The control signal generation unit 120(120D) of the control device 100(100D) according to this embodiment 4 starts the process shown in Figure 9 ("Start") when the control device 100(100D) starts processing.

[0068] The control signal generation unit 120 (120D) of the control device 100 (100D) then performs display content reception processing (step ST4010 "Display Content Reception"). In the display content reception processing, the control signal generation unit 120 (120D) receives information on the display content output by the display content acquisition unit 110 (or display content acquisition unit 110B). The display content includes the natural environment in the simulated landscape. If the information on the display content is output by the display content acquisition unit 110B, the information on the display content includes information that can identify the natural environment.

[0069] The control signal generation unit 120 (120D) of the control device 100 (100D) then performs a situation determination process (step ST4020 "situation determination"). In the situation determination process, the situation determination unit 122 of the control signal generation unit 120 (120D) outputs a simulated situation, which is a situation in the natural environment included in the displayed content, based on the displayed content. The situation determination unit 122 first acquires information about the display content output by the output device 10. Based on the information about the display content, the situation determination unit 122 determines the situation (simulated situation) indicated by the natural environment in the simulated background included in the display content. Based on the natural environment which includes at least one of the following, for example, the colors included in the simulated landscape, the intensity of light included in the simulated landscape, and the changes in the state of objects (movement speed) included in the simulated landscape, the situation determination unit 122 determines the simulated situation which is the situation indicated by the weather, season, time of day, or a combination of two or more of these in the simulated landscape.

[0070] The control signal generation unit 120 (120D) of the control device 100 (100D) then executes a control signal generation process (step ST4030 "control signal generation"). In the control signal generation process, the signal generation unit 123 of the control signal generation unit 120 (120D) acquires information indicating a simulated situation determined by the situation determination unit 122 from the situation determination unit 122. The signal generation unit 123 generates a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the simulated situation, which is the result of the determination process by the situation determination unit 122. The signal generation unit 123 generates and outputs a control signal based on control content stored in advance for each simulated situation. Alternatively, the control signal generation unit 120 generates a control signal based on control content stored in advance in a database in association with each simulated situation.

[0071] The control signal generation unit 120 (120D) of the control device 100 (100D) then performs control signal output processing (step ST4040 "Control signal output"). In the control signal output processing, the control signal generation unit 120 (120D) outputs the generated control signal to the control command unit 130.

[0072] The control signal generation unit 120 (120D) of the control device 100 (100D) then performs a termination determination process (step ST4050 "Termination?"). In the termination determination process, the control signal generation unit 120 (120D) determines that the process should be terminated if it receives a command to terminate the process from a control unit (not shown) in the control device 100 (100D). If the control signal generation unit 120 (120D) of the control device 100 (100D) determines in the termination determination process of step ST4050 that it is not to terminate the process (step ST4050 "Termination?" "NO"), it proceeds to the process of step ST4010, and thereafter repeats from the process of step ST4010. If the control signal generation unit 120 (120D) of the control device 100 (100D) determines in the termination determination process of step ST4050 that the process should be terminated (step ST4050 "Termination?" "YES"), it then terminates the process shown in Figure 9 ("Termination").

[0073] According to the configuration described above, it becomes possible to adjust the air quality according to the conditions shown in the simulated landscape, such as weather, season, time of day, amount of change in state, or a combination of two or more of these. The control device can, for example, control the air quality using an air conditioning system so that the air quality changes in response to changes in the speed of cloud movement in the simulated background, weather, season, time of day, or a combination of two or more of these.

[0074] This embodiment further illustrates an example configuration including the following: [8] The control signal generation unit, A situation determination unit outputs a simulated situation that is a situation in the natural environment included in the displayed content, based on the displayed content. A signal generation unit that generates a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the simulated situation, A control device according to any one of [1][2][3][4][5][6], characterized by comprising: As a result, this disclosure further enables air conditioning control in accordance with the conditions of the natural environment in the simulated background, and provides a control device that controls air conditioning in a way that makes it easier for the observer to perceive the natural environment in a simulated landscape, compared to conventional methods. Furthermore, by applying the above configuration to a control system including a control device, the above control method, or the above program, the same effects as described above can be achieved.

[0075] Embodiment 5. In the above-described embodiment 4, data is prepared in advance by combining a simulated situation and control content and storing it, and a control signal for the control content corresponding to the simulated situation is output. Embodiment 5 describes an example configuration in which control signals with control content corresponding to a simulated situation are generated using generative artificial intelligence (AI). In Embodiment 5, for components of the control device according to Embodiment 5 or the air conditioning control system including said control device that are the same as those in Embodiments 1, 2, 3, or 4 already described, the figures used in each embodiment (Embodiment 1, 2, 3, or 4) will be used in conjunction with the figures used in each embodiment (Embodiment 1, 2, 3, or 4), and the same or similar reference numerals used in each embodiment (Embodiment 1, 2, 3, or 4) will be used (in particular, in this embodiment, reference numerals ending in "E"), and redundant explanations will be omitted as appropriate.

[0076] An example of the configuration of the control device according to Embodiment 5 of this disclosure will be described. The air conditioning control system 1(1E) according to this 5th embodiment includes an output device 10, an air conditioning device 20, and a control device 100(100E). The control device 100 (100E) according to this 5th embodiment includes a display content acquisition unit 110, a control signal generation unit 120 (120E), and a control command unit 130.

[0077] The control signal generation unit 120 (120E) according to this embodiment 5 generates a control signal from a simulated situation using a generation AI when outputting a control signal that indicates the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the display content. Figure 10 shows an example of the configuration of the control signal generation unit in the control device according to Embodiment 5 of this disclosure. The control signal generation unit 120 (120E) shown in Figure 10 includes a status determination unit 124, a signal generation unit 125, and an instruction statement generation unit 126.

[0078] The situation determination unit 124 outputs a simulated situation, which is a situation in the natural environment included in the displayed content, based on the displayed content. Specifically, the situation determination unit 124 obtains the displayed content from the displayed content acquisition unit 110, uses the displayed content to determine the simulated situation, and outputs the simulated situation as the result of the determination. The natural environment includes, for example, at least one of the following: the colors contained in the simulated landscape, the intensity of light contained in the simulated landscape, or the state changes (movement speed) of objects contained in the simulated landscape. A simulated situation is a situation represented, for example, by weather, season, time of day, or a combination of two or more of these in a simulated landscape. In other words, the situation determination unit 124 determines a simulated situation that is represented by weather, season, time of day, amount of change in state, or a combination of two or more of these, based on the natural environment which includes at least one of the following: the color included in the simulated landscape, the intensity of light included in the simulated landscape, or the change in state (speed of movement) of objects included in the simulated landscape.

[0079] The signal generation unit 125 generates a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the simulated situation, which is the result of the judgment processing by the situation determination unit 124. The signal generation unit 125 generates the control signal using a generation AI that takes information including a simulated situation as input and outputs a control signal. The generation AI may be provided in the signal generation unit 125, or it may be provided outside the signal generation unit 125, or it may be provided outside the control device 100C (for example, on an external server). The signal generation unit 125 shown in Figure 10 includes an instruction statement generation unit 126. The instruction generation unit 126 generates an instruction that includes a simulated situation using information indicating a simulated situation. The instruction generation unit 126 then inputs the generated instruction into a generation AI (not shown). The signal generation unit 125 outputs the control signal generated by the generation AI to the control command unit 130.

[0080] An example of processing by the control device according to Embodiment 5 of this disclosure will be described. Figure 11 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing of the control signal generation unit in the control device according to Embodiment 5 of this disclosure. The control signal generation unit 120(120E) of the control device 100(100E) according to this embodiment 5 starts the process shown in Figure 11 ("start") when the control device 100(100E) starts processing.

[0081] The control signal generation unit 120 (120E) of the control device 100 (100E) then performs display content reception processing (step ST5010 "Display Content Reception"). In the display content reception processing, the control signal generation unit 120 (120E) receives information on the display content output by the display content acquisition unit 110 (or display content acquisition unit 110B). The display content includes the natural environment in the simulated landscape. If the information on the display content is output by the display content acquisition unit 110B, the information on the display content includes information that can identify the natural environment.

[0082] The control signal generation unit 120 (120E) of the control device 100 (100E) then performs a situation determination process (step ST5020 "situation determination"). In the situation determination process, the situation determination unit 122 of the control signal generation unit 120 (120E) outputs a simulated situation, which is a situation in the natural environment included in the displayed content, based on the displayed content. The situation determination unit 122 first acquires information about the display content output by the output device 10. Based on the information about the display content, the situation determination unit 122 determines the situation (simulated situation) indicated by the natural environment in the simulated background included in the display content. Based on the natural environment which includes at least one of the following, for example, the colors included in the simulated landscape, the intensity of light included in the simulated landscape, and the changes in the state of objects (movement speed) included in the simulated landscape, the situation determination unit 122 determines the simulated situation which is the situation indicated by the weather, season, time of day, or a combination of two or more of these in the simulated landscape.

[0083] The control signal generation unit 120 (120E) of the control device 100 (100E) then executes an instruction statement generation process (step ST5030 "Instruction statement generation"). In the instruction statement generation process, the instruction statement generation unit 126 of the control signal generation unit 120 (120E) acquires information indicating a pseudo-situation output from the situation determination unit 122. The instruction statement generation unit 126 uses the information indicating the pseudo-situation to generate an instruction statement that includes the pseudo-situation.

[0084] The control signal generation unit 120 (120E) of the control device 100 (100E) then executes a control signal generation process (step ST5040 "Control signal generation"). In the control signal generation process, the instruction statement generation unit 126 inputs the generated instruction statement to a generation AI (not shown). The generation AI generates a control signal.

[0085] The control signal generation unit 120 (120E) of the control device 100 (100E) then performs control signal output processing (step ST5050 "control signal output"). In the control signal output processing, the signal generation unit 125 of the control signal generation unit 120 (120E) outputs the control signal generated by the generation AI to the control command unit 130.

[0086] The control signal generation unit 120 (120E) of the control device 100 (100E) then executes a termination determination process (step ST5060 "Termination?"). In the termination determination process, the control signal generation unit 120 (120E) determines that the process should be terminated if it receives a command to terminate the process from a control unit (not shown) in the control device 100 (100E). If the control signal generation unit 120 (120E) of the control device 100 (100E) determines in the termination determination process of step ST5060 that the process should not be terminated (step ST5060 "Termination?" "NO"), it proceeds to the process of step ST5010, and thereafter repeats from the process of step ST5010. If the control signal generation unit 120 (120E) of the control device 100 (100E) determines in the termination determination process of step ST5060 that the process should be terminated (step ST5060 "Termination?" "YES"), it then terminates the process shown in Figure 11 ("Termination").

[0087] With the configuration described above, it becomes easier to control the system to adjust the air conditions according to more detailed simulated situations.

[0088] This embodiment further illustrates an example configuration including the following: [9] The signal generation unit, The control signal is generated using a generation AI that takes information including a simulated situation as input and outputs a control signal. The control device according to [8], characterized in that This disclosure facilitates the control of adjusting the air quality to suit more detailed simulated situations, and provides a control device that controls the air conditioning in a way that makes it easier for the observer to perceive the natural environment in a simulated landscape, compared to conventional methods. Furthermore, by applying the above configuration to a control system including a control device, the above control method, or the above program, the same effects as described above can be achieved.

[0089] Embodiment 6. In the embodiments described above, the position of the person who will view the simulated scenery is not necessarily taken into consideration, so depending on the person's position, the air quality may not feel natural in relation to the displayed content. Embodiment 6 describes an example of a configuration in which the air conditions are controlled to adjust considering the position of the person who will be viewing the simulated landscape. In Embodiment 6, for components of the control device according to Embodiment 6 or the air conditioning control system including said control device that are the same as those described in Embodiments 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5, the figures used in each embodiment (Embodiment 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5) will be used in conjunction with the figures used in each embodiment (Embodiment 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5), and the same or similar reference numerals (especially in this embodiment, reference numerals ending in "F") will be used, and redundant explanations will be omitted as appropriate.

[0090] An example of the configuration of the control device according to Embodiment 6 of this disclosure will be described. Figure 12 shows an example of the configuration of a control device according to Embodiment 6 of this disclosure and an air conditioning control system including said control device. The air conditioning control system 1(1F) according to this embodiment 6 performs air conditioning control that takes into account the position of the person who will be viewing the simulated scenery. The air conditioning control system 1 (1F) shown in Figure 12 comprises an output device 10, an air conditioning device 20, a sensor 30, and a control device 100 (100F).

[0091] Sensor 30 detects the position of a person who would view the simulated landscape and outputs it as position information. Sensor 30 is a position sensor that detects the position of a person. The sensor 30 shown in Figure 12 outputs position information to the control device 100 (100F).

[0092] The control device 100 (100F) according to this embodiment 6 controls the air conditioning unit 20 taking into consideration the position of the person who will be viewing the simulated scenery. The control device 100 (100F) shown in Figure 12 includes a display content acquisition unit 110, a control signal generation unit 120 (120F), and a control command unit 130.

[0093] The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) according to this embodiment 6 generates a control signal that adjusts the air conditions considering the position of the person who will be viewing the simulated scenery. This makes the person feel like they are in a natural environment at their location. The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) further generates the control signal using position information indicating the location of a person who is likely to view the simulated scenery. The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) shown in Figure 12 includes a target person position acquisition unit 127. The subject position acquisition unit 127 acquires the position of the subject who is likely to view the simulated scenery. The subject position acquisition unit 127 shown in Figure 12 acquires the position information output from the sensor 30. The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) further uses the position information acquired by the subject position acquisition unit 127 to generate the control signal that adjusts the air conditions at the subject's position.

[0094] Here, we will explain a modified example of the control signal generation unit 120 (120F). Figure 13 is a diagram showing another detailed example of the configuration of the control signal generation unit in the control device according to Embodiment 6 of the present disclosure, where Figure 13A is a second configuration example, Figure 13B is a third configuration example, and Figure 13C is a fourth configuration example.

[0095] The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) may be configured by applying the subject position acquisition unit 127 to the embodiment 3 already described. The control signal generation unit 120 (120F-2) generates the control signal using a generation AI that takes the display content or information including the natural environment and the location information as input and outputs a control signal. The generation AI may be provided in the control signal generation unit 120 (120F-2), or it may be provided outside the control signal generation unit 120 (120F-2), or it may be provided outside the control device 100 (100F) (for example, on an external server). The control signal generation unit 120 (120F-2) shown in Figure 13A includes a target location acquisition unit 127 and an instruction statement generation unit 121. The command generation unit 121 further uses location information indicating the position of a person who would likely view the simulated landscape to generate commands for the generating AI. That is, the command generation unit 121 uses the displayed content or natural environment and location information to generate commands for the generating AI. The command generation unit 121 inputs the generated commands to the generating AI.

[0096] The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) may be configured by applying the subject position acquisition unit 127 to the embodiment 4 already described. The control signal generation unit 120 (120F-3) shown in Figure 13B includes a target person position acquisition unit 127, a situation determination unit 122, and a signal generation unit 123. The signal generation unit 123 further uses position information indicating the location of a person who would view the simulated scenery to generate a control signal that adjusts the air conditions at the location of the person. In other words, the signal generation unit 123 generates a control signal that indicates the air conditions at the location of the person, corresponding to the simulated situation, based on the simulated situation and the position information.

[0097] The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) may be configured by applying the subject position acquisition unit 127 to the embodiment 5 already described. The control signal generation unit 120 (120F-4) shown in Figure 13C is the subject position acquisition unit 127, It is composed of a situation determination unit 124, a signal generation unit 125, and an instruction statement generation unit 126. The signal generation unit 125 further uses positional information indicating the location of a person who will view the simulated landscape to generate a control signal that adjusts the air conditions at the location of the person. The signal generation unit 125 generates the control signal using a generation AI that takes information including the simulated situation and the location information as input and outputs a control signal. The generation AI may be provided in the signal generation unit 125, or it may be provided outside the signal generation unit 125, or it may be provided outside the control device 100F (for example, on an external server). The instruction generation unit 126 uses the information indicating the simulated situation and the position information to generate an instruction that includes the simulated situation and the position information.

[0098] An example of processing by the control device according to Embodiment 6 of this disclosure will be described. Figure 14 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing of the control signal generation unit in the control device according to Embodiment 6 of this disclosure. Figure 14 shows a representative example of the processing of the control device 100 (100F) equipped with a control signal generation unit 120 (120F-3) among the processing of the above configuration. In this embodiment 6, the control device 100 (100F) starts the process shown in Figure 14 ("Start") when the control device 100 (100F) starts processing.

[0099] The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) of the control device 100 (100F) then performs display content reception processing (step ST6010 "Display Content Reception"). In the display content reception processing, the control signal generation unit 120 (120F) receives information indicating the display content output by the display content acquisition unit 110.

[0100] The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) of the control device 100 (100F) then performs a situation determination process (step ST6020 "situation determination"). In the situation determination process, the situation determination unit 122 of the control signal generation unit 120 (120F) determines a simulated situation, which is a situation in the natural environment included in the displayed content, based on the displayed content. The situation determination unit 122 outputs information indicating the simulated situation to the signal generation unit 123.

[0101] The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) of the control device 100 (100F) then executes the target person position acquisition process (step ST6030 "Target person position acquisition"). In the target person position acquisition process, the target person position acquisition unit 127 of the control signal generation unit 120 (120F) acquires position information indicating the position of a target person who is likely to view the simulated scenery. The target person position acquisition unit 127 acquires the position information output from the sensor 30. The target person position acquisition unit 127 outputs the position information to the signal generation unit 123.

[0102] The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) of the control device 100 (100F) then executes a control signal generation process (step ST6040 "Control signal generation"). In the control signal generation process, the signal generation unit 123 of the control signal generation unit 120 (120F) further uses position information indicating the position of a person who will likely view the simulated scenery to generate the control signal that adjusts the air condition at the location of the person. The signal generation unit 123 acquires information indicating the situation output by the situation determination unit 122. The signal generation unit 123 also acquires position information output by the person position acquisition unit 127. The signal generation unit 123 also acquires the positional relationship between the output destination position of the output device 10, which has been registered in advance, and the position of the air outlet in the air conditioning unit 20, or the positional relationship between the output destination position of the output device 10, which has been measured by a sensor, and the position of the air outlet in the air conditioning unit 20. The signal generation unit 123 generates a control signal that indicates the state of the air at the subject's location, corresponding to the simulated situation, based on the simulated situation, the location information, and the positional relationship. The signal generation unit 123 outputs the generated control signal.

[0103] The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) of the control device 100 (100F) then performs control signal output processing (step ST6050 "Control signal output"). In the control signal output processing, the control signal generation unit 120 (120F) outputs the control signal output by the signal generation unit 123 to the control command unit 130.

[0104] The control signal generation unit 120 (120F) of the control device 100 (100F) then executes a termination determination process (step ST6060 "Termination?"). In the termination determination process, the control signal generation unit 120 (120F) determines that it terminates the process if it receives a command to terminate the process from a control unit (not shown) in the control device 100 (100F). If the control signal generation unit 120 (120F) of the control device 100 (100F) determines in the termination determination process of step ST6060 that it is not to terminate the process (step ST6060 "Termination?" "NO"), it proceeds to the process of step ST6010, and thereafter repeats from the process of step ST6010. If the control signal generation unit 120 (120F) of the control device 100 (100F) determines in the termination determination process of step ST6050 that it is time to terminate the process (step ST6060 "Termination?" "YES"), it then terminates the process shown in Figure 14 ("Termination").

[0105] With the configuration described above, the target person who will be viewing the simulated landscape can easily perceive and control the air quality adjusted by the air conditioning system.

[0106] This embodiment shows an example configuration that includes the following:

[0107] This embodiment further illustrates an example configuration including the following:

[10] The control signal generation unit, The control signal is generated using location information indicating the position of a person who would likely view the simulated landscape. A control device according to any one of [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9], characterized by comprising: As a result, this disclosure further provides the effect of enabling control that makes it easier for the person viewing the simulated landscape to perceive the air quality adjusted by the air conditioning system, and provides a control device that controls the air conditioning to make it easier for the person observing the simulated landscape to perceive the natural environment in the simulated landscape compared to conventional methods. Furthermore, by applying the above configuration to a control system including a control device, the above control method, or the above program, the same effects as described above can be achieved.

[0108] This embodiment further illustrates an example configuration including the following:

[11] The signal generation unit can control the air quality, which is adjusted by the air conditioning system, so that the person who will be viewing the simulated scenery can easily perceive it, and further generates the control signal using position information indicating the position of the person who will be viewing the simulated scenery. The control device according to [8] or [9], characterized by comprising [8] or [9]. As a result, this disclosure further provides the effect of enabling control that makes it easier for the person viewing the simulated landscape to perceive the air quality adjusted by the air conditioning system, and provides a control device that controls the air conditioning to make it easier for the person observing the simulated landscape to perceive the natural environment in the simulated landscape compared to conventional methods. Furthermore, by applying the above configuration to a control system including a control device, the above control method, or the above program, the same effects as described above can be achieved.

[0109] Here, we will describe the hardware configuration required to realize the functions of this disclosure. Figure 15 shows a first example of a hardware configuration for realizing the functions of the configuration of this disclosure. Figure 16 shows a second example of a hardware configuration for realizing the functionality of the configuration described herein. Each of the control devices 100 (100B, 100C, 100D, 100E, 100F) of this disclosure is implemented by hardware as shown in Figure 15 or Figure 16.

[0110] Each control unit 100 (100B, 100C, 100D, 100E, 100F) is composed of, for example, a processor 10001, a memory 10002, an input / output interface 10003, and a communication circuit 10004, as shown in Figure 15. The processor 10001 and memory 10002 are, for example, components installed in a computer. Memory 10002 stores programs for the computer to function as a display content acquisition unit 110 (110B), an environment determination unit 111, a control signal generation unit 120 (120C, 120D, 120E, 120F), an instruction statement generation unit 121, a situation determination unit 122, a signal generation unit 123, a situation determination unit 124, a signal generation unit 125, an instruction statement generation unit 126, a target person position acquisition unit 127, a control command unit 130, and a control unit (not shown). The processor 10001 reads and executes the program stored in memory 10002, thereby realizing the functions of the display content acquisition unit 110 (110B), environment determination unit 111, control signal generation unit 120 (120C, 120D, 120E, 120F), instruction statement generation unit 121, situation determination unit 122, signal generation unit 123, situation determination unit 124, signal generation unit 125, instruction statement generation unit 126, target person position acquisition unit 127, control command unit 130, and a control unit (not shown). Furthermore, a storage unit (not shown) is realized by memory 10002 or other memory (not shown). Furthermore, a communication unit (not shown) is realized by the communication circuit 10004.

[0111] Processor 10001 uses, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), a microprocessor, a microcontroller, or a DSP (Digital Signal Processor). Memory 10002 may be a non-volatile or volatile semiconductor memory such as RAM (Random Access Memory), ROM (Read Only Memory), EPROM (Erasable Programmable ROM), EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory), or flash memory; it may be a magnetic disk such as a hard disk or flexible disk; it may be an optical disk such as a CD (Compact Disc) or DVD (Digital Versatile Disc); or it may be a magneto-optical disk. The processor 10001 and the memory 10002 or the communication circuit 10004 are connected in a way that allows them to transmit data to each other. Furthermore, the processor 10001, the memory 10002, and the communication circuit 10004 are connected to other hardware via the input / output interface 10003 in a way that allows them to transmit data to each other.

[0112] Alternatively, the functions of the control device 100 (100B, 100C, 100D, 100E, 100F), including the display content acquisition unit 110 (110B), the environment determination unit 111, the control signal generation unit 120 (120C, 120D, 120E, 120F), the command statement generation unit 121, the situation determination unit 122, the signal generation unit 123, the situation determination unit 124, the signal generation unit 125, the command statement generation unit 126, the target person position acquisition unit 127, the control command unit 130, and the control unit (not shown), may be implemented by a dedicated processing circuit 20001, as shown in Figure 16.

[0113] The processing circuit 20001 may utilize, for example, a single circuit, a composite circuit, a programmed processor, a parallel programmed processor, an ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit), a PLD (Programmable Logic Device), an FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array), a SoC (System-on-a-Chip), or a system LSI (Large-Scale Integration). Furthermore, a storage unit (not shown) is realized by memory 20002 or other memory (not shown). Memory 20002 may be a non-volatile or volatile semiconductor memory such as RAM (Random Access Memory), ROM (Read Only Memory), EPROM (Erasable Programmable ROM), EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory), or flash memory; it may be a magnetic disk such as a hard disk or flexible disk; it may be an optical disk such as a CD (Compact Disc) or DVD (Digital Versatile Disc); or it may be a magneto-optical disk. Furthermore, a communication unit (not shown) is realized by the communication circuit 20004. The processing circuit 20001 and the memory 20002 or the communication circuit 20004 are connected in a way that allows them to transmit data to each other. Furthermore, the processing circuit 20001, the memory 20002, and the communication circuit 20004 are connected in a way that allows them to transmit data to other hardware via the input / output interface 20003. Furthermore, the functions of the control device 100 (100B, 100C, 100D, 100E, 100F), including the display content acquisition unit 110 (110B), the environment determination unit 111, the control signal generation unit 120 (120C, 120D, 120E, 120F), the command statement generation unit 121, the situation determination unit 122, the signal generation unit 123, the situation determination unit 124, the signal generation unit 125, the command statement generation unit 126, the target person position acquisition unit 127, the control command unit 130, and the control unit (not shown), may be implemented by separate processing circuits or by a single processing circuit.

[0114] Alternatively, some functions of the control device 100 (100B, 100C, 100D, 100E, 100F), including the display content acquisition unit 110 (110B), environment determination unit 111, control signal generation unit 120 (120C, 120D, 120E, 120F), command statement generation unit 121, situation determination unit 122, signal generation unit 123, situation determination unit 124, signal generation unit 125, command statement generation unit 126, target person position acquisition unit 127, control command unit 130, and control unit (not shown), may be implemented by the processor 10001 and memory 10002, while the remaining functions are implemented by the processing circuit 20001.

[0115] Within the scope of this disclosure, it is possible to freely combine the embodiments, modify any component of each embodiment, or omit any component of each embodiment.

[0116] This disclosure makes it easier for observers to perceive the natural environment in a simulated landscape, compared to conventional methods, and is suitable for use in, for example, a control device that controls an air conditioning system according to the output content of an output device, or an air conditioning control system including said control device. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0117] 1(1B,1C,1D,1E,1F) Air conditioning control system, 10 Output device, 11 Display device, 12 Lighting device, 13 Simulated scenery, 20 Air conditioning device, 21 Air blower, 30 Sensor, 100(100B,100C,100D,100E,100F) Control device, 110(110B) Display content acquisition unit, 111 Environment determination unit, 120(120C,120D,120E,120F) Control signal generation unit, 121 Command statement generation unit, 122 Situation determination unit, 123 Signal generation unit, 124 Situation determination unit, 125 Signal generation unit, 126 Command statement generation unit, 127 Target person position acquisition unit, 130 Control command unit, 10001 Processor, 10002 Memory, 10003 Input / output interface, 10004 communication circuit, 20001 processing circuit, 20002 memory, 20003 input / output interface, 20004 communication circuit.

Claims

1. A display content acquisition unit acquires display content, including the natural environment, in a simulated landscape which is a landscape that is simulated and reproduced by the output device. A control signal generation unit that outputs a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the above display content, A control command unit that outputs the aforementioned control signal to the air conditioning unit, A control device equipped with the following features.

2. The output device reproduces a simulated landscape inside a building. The aforementioned air conditioning system adjusts the air quality inside the building. The control device according to feature 1.

3. The aforementioned simulated scenery is natural light streaming in through a window. The control device according to claim 2.

4. The aforementioned simulated scenery is the view outside the window. The control device according to claim 2.

5. The aforementioned display content acquisition unit, An environmental determination unit that determines the natural environment based on the display pattern of the simulated landscape reproduced by the output device. A control device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized by comprising:

6. The output device further outputs simulated ambient sounds, which are sounds of an environment that is simulated to be reproduced. The aforementioned environmental determination unit is The natural environment is further determined using simulated environmental sounds, which are sounds of the environment that are simulated and reproduced by the output device. The control device according to claim 5, characterized by comprising:

7. The control signal generation unit, The control signal is generated using a generation AI that takes information including the display content as input and outputs a control signal. The control device according to any one of claims 1 to 4.

8. The control signal generation unit, A situation determination unit outputs a simulated situation that is a situation in the natural environment included in the displayed content, based on the displayed content. A signal generation unit that generates a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the simulated situation, A control device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized by comprising:

9. The signal generation unit, The control signal is generated using a generation AI that takes information including a simulated situation as input and outputs a control signal. The control device according to claim 8.

10. The control signal generation unit, The control signal is generated using location information indicating the position of a person who would likely view the simulated landscape. A control device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized by comprising:

11. The signal generation unit, The control signal is generated using location information indicating the position of a person who would likely view the simulated landscape. The control device according to claim 8, characterized by comprising:

12. An air conditioning control system including an air conditioning unit and a control device that controls the air conditioning unit, The control device is A display content acquisition unit acquires display content, including the natural environment, in a simulated landscape which is a landscape that is simulated and reproduced by the output device. A control signal generation unit that outputs a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the above display content, A control command unit that outputs the aforementioned control signal to the air conditioning unit, Equipped with, An air conditioning control system characterized by the following features.

13. A control method using a control device, The display content acquisition unit of the control device acquires display content including the natural environment in a simulated landscape which is a landscape simulated and reproduced by the output device; The control signal generation unit of the control device outputs a control signal that indicates the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the display content in a control signal generation step, The control command unit of the control device outputs the control signal to the air conditioning unit in a control command step, A control method comprising the following features.

14. Computers, A display content acquisition unit acquires display content, including the natural environment, in a simulated landscape which is a landscape that is simulated and reproduced by the output device. A control signal generation unit that outputs a control signal indicating the state of the air according to the natural environment included in the above display content, A control command unit that outputs the aforementioned control signal to the air conditioning unit, A program characterized by operating as a control device equipped with the following features.

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