Simulator providing server, simulation system, and method for generating a simulator dedicated to a specific building contractor

Abstract

To provide a simulator providing server and method configured to allow a person in charge of a constructor who is not familiar with an agreement between a housing facility manufacturer and the constructor to easily and inexpensively construct and use a simulation tool.SOLUTION: In a simulation system, a simulator providing server 20 executes, for each constructor, simulation of constituent items including styles or colors of housing facilities, on a dedicated simulator, the simulator providing server including a database for holding information related to the dedicated simulator and a processor that generates the dedicated simulator. The processor executes: processing to generate access destination information of the dedicated simulator; processing to transmit the access destination information to a first computer; processing to generate the dedicated simulator; processing to register the dedicated simulator on the database in association with the access destination information; and processing to notify a housing facility manufacturer's computer of the completion of registration of the dedicated simulator.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 5

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a simulator providing server, a simulation system, and a specific construction industry This invention relates to a method for generating a simulator specifically for a user. [Background technology]

[0002] For some time now, each manufacturer of system kitchens has been publishing color simulations on the web. This allows users to simulate their preferred kitchen style and color. For example, according to Non-Patent Document 1, a user can search for the various components of a kitchen on the web. When you select the color and style of each component, the corresponding key will be displayed. It is possible to display the game on the screen. [Prior art documents] [Non-patent literature]

[0003] [Non-Patent Document 1] LIXIL Corporation website: Bathroom product color simulation [Kitchen], [Searched May 9, 2022], Internet<https: / / kantan-navi.lixil.co.jp / colorsimulation / kitchen.htm> Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] However, the web-based simulation tool disclosed in Non-Patent Document 1 ,In order to take user usability into consideration, the options for each component are deliberately limited. This is often the case. On the other hand, simulation tools for construction companies offer a wide range of options for each component. It is being done.

[0005] However, there are many items that can be selected between kitchen manufacturers (home appliance manufacturers) and builders. Since there are agreements about colors, each builder must choose from all the available options. This is why construction companies are not free to choose. You may accidentally choose a style or color that you like, simulating a pattern that you wouldn't be able to achieve. The kitchen manufacturer and the construction company will present the results of the simulation to the client, which may confuse the client. If the person in charge (experienced person) is familiar with the above agreements with the construction company, This possibility can be avoided, but it may be difficult for the person in charge (inexperienced person) who is not familiar with the above agreement to It is difficult to do so.

[0006] Therefore, we provide simulation tools customized to the conditions that each construction company can select. If the kitchen manufacturer provides it, the above inconveniences can be avoided, but Simulation tools must be created to accommodate each of the multiple agreements. This is not realistic because it would require a lot of time and money.

[0007] In light of this situation, this disclosure is intended to be used by construction contractors who are not familiar with the above agreements. The simulation tool can be used safely and with peace of mind. We propose technology that allows for easy and inexpensive construction. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] In order to solve the above problem, the present disclosure provides, as an example, a system for setting up a housing facility for each builder. Provides a dedicated simulator to simulate configuration items including file and color A simulator providing server, which is a database that holds information related to dedicated simulators. The source simulator is configured so that all the components of the home appliances can be selected. and a processor for generating a dedicated simulator by modifying the The simulator data received from the first computer of the housing equipment manufacturer is dedicated to a specific builder. In response to a creation request, a process of generating access destination information for the dedicated simulator and a process of transmitting the destination information to a first computer; and a process of receiving the destination information from the first computer. Selectable information indicating the range of selectable items of the home equipment by the user, and access destination information Selection of configuration items in the source simulator based on the selectable information associated with By limiting the range, the process of generating a dedicated simulator and the access destination information and related The dedicated simulator is registered in the database and the registration of the dedicated simulator is completed. and notifying the first computer that the simulator has been completed. to provide.

[0009] Further features related to the present disclosure will become apparent from the description of this specification and the accompanying drawings. Aspects of the disclosure also relate to the elements and combinations of various elements and the accompanying detailed description that follows. This is achieved and realized by the aspects of the appended claims. are illustrative only and are not intended to limit the scope or application of the present disclosure in any way. You need to understand that it is not. [Effects of the Invention]

[0010] According to the technology disclosed herein, even inexperienced construction workers can safely use the simulation. In addition, the simulation tool can be easily and inexpensively used by each construction industry. It will be possible to customize it to suit the individual's requirements. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0011] [Figure 1] 1 is a diagram illustrating an example of the configuration of a simulation system 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] 1 is a diagram showing an example of the internal configuration of a computer 10 of a housing equipment manufacturer according to the present embodiment. [Figure 3] FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example of the internal configuration of a simulator providing server 20 according to the present embodiment. [Figure 4] FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example of the internal configuration of a builder's computer 30 according to this embodiment. [Figure 5] 10 is a flowchart for explaining a process for generating a simulator dedicated to a new builder (a process for generating a simulator dedicated to a new builder), which is executed between the computer 10 of a housing equipment manufacturer and the simulator providing server 20. [Figure 6A] FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of a builder information input form screen 601. [Figure 6B] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a GUI (Graphical User Interface) for setting the selectable range of a layout and a GUI for setting the selectable range of door and handle colors. [Figure 6C] This is a diagram showing the GUI for setting the selectable range of door and handle colors (continued). [Figure 6D] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a GUI for setting the selectable range of the worktop and sink. [Figure 6E] This figure shows the GUI for setting the selectable range of kitchen panels, faucets, and water purifiers. [Figure 6F] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a GUI for setting a selectable range of heating devices. [Figure 6G] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a GUI for setting the selectable range of the kitchen floor and range hood. [Figure 7]10 is a flowchart for explaining a process for editing and changing an already registered builder-specific simulator according to the present embodiment. [Figure 8] 10 is a flowchart for explaining a simulation execution process and a simulation result display process carried out between a builder's computer 30 and a simulator providing server 20 according to this embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0012] In this embodiment, instead of creating a simulator for a specific construction company, Narrow your selection from a source simulator with options (configuration items: style and color) (Determined by prior agreement (contract) between the housing equipment manufacturer and the specific construction company. (based on the range of available configuration items for the builder) This process will allow us to easily create a simulation tool. It can be easily and inexpensively customized to suit each builder's requirements.

[0013] Hereinafter, this embodiment will be described with reference to the drawings. The following embodiments are not intended to limit the technology of the present disclosure. All of the combinations of features described in this embodiment are essential to solving the above problems. This is not necessarily the case.

[0014] <Example of simulation system configuration> FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of a simulation system 1 according to this embodiment. The embodiment is a simulation system 1, which is an original style of a system kitchen. Simulator (Simulation Tool) that simulates (items and colors) The technology according to this embodiment generates a system It can also be applied to housing facilities other than kitchens (for example, unit baths, etc.).

[0015] The simulation system 1 is, for example, a computer 10 of a housing equipment manufacturer and a A simulator providing server 20 and at least one builder's computer 30 (usually multiple and the contractor's computer), which are connected to, for example, the Internet or a private network. The devices are connected to each other via a network 40 that is configured to enable communication with each other. will be done.

[0016] The computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer is operated by a person in charge (e.g., a sales representative) of the housing equipment manufacturer. The simulator provides a server 20 for registering information about a new builder. A simulation URL is acquired from the simulator providing server 20, and the URL is The data is transmitted to the builder's computer 30.

[0017] The simulator providing server 20 provides the simulator based on the information from the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer. Then, a simulator dedicated to the construction company is generated and the access destination of the generated simulator is set as The information (URL) shown in the figure is sent to the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer. When the URL is accessed from the computer 30, the simulator providing server 2 0 provides GUI (Graphical User Interface) information for running the simulator to the construction industry. The simulator providing server 20 then transmits the result to the builder's computer 30. Run a simulation based on the information selected by the person in charge and The results are sent to the builder's computer 30.

[0018] <Example of the internal configuration of the computer 10 of a housing equipment manufacturer> FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example of the internal configuration of the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer according to this embodiment. be.

[0019] The computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer includes a processor 101 such as a CPU or an MPU, Input devices 102 such as keyboards and touch panels, and databases and various memories (RO and a storage device 103 including a memory card (RAM or MRAM), and a network 40 to communicate with the simulator providing server 20 and the builder's computer 30. The device includes a receiving device 104 and an output device 105 such as a printer or a display.

[0020] The processor 101 reads various programs from the storage device 103 and executes the read programs. The required functions are realized by loading the program into the internal memory (not shown). In the embodiment, for example, the construction company information setting unit 1011 and the dedicated simulator information setting unit 10 12 is generated in the processor 101. The builder information setting unit 1011 is The information of the new builder entered by the person in charge is transmitted to the simulator providing server 20. In addition, the dedicated simulator information setting unit 1012 receives input from the person in charge of the housing equipment manufacturer. In response, the construction company registered in the simulator providing server 20 selects the The items that can be handled (determined by agreement with the housing equipment manufacturer) are provided to the simulator provider server 2. Send to 0.

[0021] <Example of internal configuration of simulator providing server 20> FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of the internal configuration of the simulator providing server 20 according to this embodiment. The simulator providing server 20 can be configured by a computer, and includes a CPU and A processor 201 such as an MPU and a storage device 2 including various memories (ROM and RAM) 02 and simulator-related information database that holds information related to each builder's simulator. a database 203, a builder information database 204 for storing information on builders, and a Under the control of the processor 201, the computer 1 of the housing equipment manufacturer is connected to the network 40. 0 and a communication device 205 for communicating with the builder's computer 30.

[0022] The processor 201 reads various programs from the storage device 202 and executes the read programs. The required functions are realized by loading the program into the internal memory (not shown). In the embodiment, for example, a dedicated URL generation unit 2011, a builder information registration unit 2012, A simulator registration unit 2013, a simulator information providing unit 2014, and a simulation An execution unit 2015 and a simulation result providing unit 2016 are generated in the processor 201. will be done.

[0023] The dedicated URL generation unit 2011 generates a URL for a new builder from the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer. In response to a registration request, an access request indicating where to access the builder-specific simulator Generate destination information (URL). The builder information registration unit 2012 receives the builder information from the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer. The contractor information is registered in the builder information database 204 .

[0024] The simulator registration unit 2013 stores information on builders and the range of builder options (see below). ) to generate a simulator for construction companies. The generated simulator is accessed by the URL generated by the dedicated URL generating unit 2011. The simulator-related information is registered in the simulator-related information database 203 in association with the destination.

[0025] The simulator information provider 2014 provides simulator information from the construction company's computer 30. When you access the dedicated URL, the simulator information of the corresponding construction company will be displayed. The data is acquired from the data-related information database 203 and used to build a GUI for a simulator dedicated to construction companies. The information is sent to the builder's computer 30.

[0026] The simulation execution unit 2015 is displayed on the builder's computer 30. The system kitchen style is created using the items selected on the GUI of the simulator for builders. Perform file and color simulation. The simulation result provider 2016 provides the simulation results executed by the simulation execution unit 2015. The results of the simulation are sent to the builder's computer 30.

[0027] <Example of internal configuration of builder's computer 30> FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of the internal configuration of the builder's computer 30 according to this embodiment. The builder's computer 30 includes a processor 301 such as a CPU or MPU, a keyboard, The input device 302 is a keyboard or a touch panel, and the input device 302 is a database or various memories (ROM or R A storage device 303 including an AM, and a network 40 under the control of a processor 301. The communication is performed with the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer and the simulator providing server 20 via the The device includes a receiving device 304 and an output device 305 such as a printer or display.

[0028] The processor 301 reads various programs from the storage device 303 and executes the read programs. The required functions are realized by loading the program into the internal memory (not shown). In the embodiment, for example, a simulator access unit 3011 and a simulator GUI construction unit 3012, a selection information transmission control unit 3013, and a simulation result display control unit 3014. are generated within the processor 301.

[0029] The simulator access unit 3011 receives the data from the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer. The simulator providing server 20 is accessed using the simulator's access destination information (URL). The data for constructing a GUI for the simulator dedicated to the construction company (simulator Get the GUI construction data.

[0030] The simulator GUI construction unit 3012 uses the simulator acquired by the simulator access unit 3011. Using the simulator GUI construction data, a GUI for the simulator is constructed and output device ( Display on the display.

[0031] The construction company's staff selects each item on the simulator GUI displayed on the screen. When this is done, the selected information transmission control unit 3013 controls the communication device 304 to The information of the selected items (selection information for simulation: color and style selection information) is used for simulation. The data is transmitted to the data providing server 20.

[0032] The simulation result display control unit 3014 is configured to display the simulation results provided by the communication device 304. When the simulation result is received from the server 20, the output device is controlled and the received simulation result is output. The simulation results are displayed on the screen.

[0033] <New construction contractor dedicated simulator generation process> FIG. 5 shows the simulation results executed between the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer and the simulator providing server 20. The process of generating a simulator dedicated to new construction companies (a simulator dedicated to new construction companies) is carried out. 1 is a flowchart for explaining the process of generating data. The equipment manufacturer's computer 10 and the corresponding processing units of the simulator providing server 20 (construction Processors 101 and 201, such as a vendor information setting unit 1011 and a dedicated URL generating unit 2011 The processor 101 or the processor 201 will be described below as each internal processing unit. It may also be the subject of the action.

[0034] (i) Step 501 When you receive a request to generate a simulator from a construction company for the first time (construction company The person in charge of construction may contact the building contractor directly. In response to an instruction from the person in charge of the housing equipment manufacturer, the builder information setting unit 1011 Controlling the communication device 104 to generate a simulator for a new builder The simulator providing server 20 transmits the simulator information.

[0035] (ii) Step 502 The simulator providing server 20 receives the information of the new builder from the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer. When a simulator generation request for the gear is received, the dedicated URL generation unit 2011 Create a dedicated URL (access information for the dedicated simulator) for new builders and This is sent to the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer using the network 205.

[0036] (iii) Step 503 The computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer receives the simulator providing server 20 and executes the simulation of the target new building. When the dedicated URL for the vendor is received, the dedicated simulator information setting unit 1012 sets the output device (Display) 105 displays a message prompting you to enter builder information. The input form screen (described later using Figure 6A) is displayed. Once the input is accepted (the housing equipment manufacturer's staff completes the input), the dedicated simulator information The setting unit 1012 is a setting unit for setting styles and Selectable range information showing the range of colors (defined by agreement between the housing equipment manufacturer and the builder) Accepts information on the range of styles and colors that can be selected (see Figures 6B to 6G). (This will be discussed later.)

[0037] (iv) Step 504 The dedicated simulator information setting unit 1012 receives the information acquired in step 503 ( The simulator provides information on new builders and the range of options available (entered by the person in charge). The data is sent to server 20.

[0038] (v) Step 505 The simulator providing server 20 acquires information on new builders and information on selectable ranges. The Construction Contractor Information Registration Department 2012 will register the information of new construction contractors in the Construction Contractor Information Database 2 04. At this time, the simulator registration unit 2013 registers all styles and all A source simulator (pre-simulated) that has all the configuration items including color information as selection information. provided in the data providing server 20) is designated by the above selectable range information. By limiting the selection information to a certain range, a simulator that can be used by the new builder can be created. Furthermore, the simulator registration unit 2013 creates a URL included in the information of the new builder. is set as the access destination of the generated simulator, and the simulator related information database is Register at Site 203.

[0039] (vi) Step 506 The Simulator Registration Department 2013 will complete and register simulators exclusively for new construction companies. The completion of the recording is notified to the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer.

[0040] (vii) Step 507 The completion of a simulator exclusively for new builders that targets computer 10 of housing equipment manufacturers and When the processor 101 receives the registration completion notification, the processor 101 The access information for the contractor-only simulator) is stored in the computer 30 of the target new construction contractor. After obtaining this dedicated URL, the target new builder will be able to use the dedicated simulator. Get the results of the system kitchen style and color simulation performed on the computer -Can be viewed.

[0041] <Constructor information input form screen> FIG. 6A is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of a builder information input form screen 601. The information input form screen 601 has a construction company name input field 6011 and a name of the person in charge at the housing equipment manufacturer. a person in charge name input field 6012 for inputting the name of the person in charge, and a person in charge email address input field 6013 for inputting the name of the person in charge, A custom URL input field 6014, a registration date input field 6015, an update date input field 6016, It includes a save button 6017 and a cancel button 6018. Here, the custom URL The URL obtained from the simulator providing server 20 is input into the input field 6014. When the URL is acquired from the simulator providing server 20, it is automatically entered in the custom URL input field 601. 4, or the person in charge of the housing equipment manufacturer can enter it manually. The registration date input field 6015 is a field where the date on which a new builder is registered is input. The update date input field 6016 is where the date on which the above selectable range information of the registered builder was changed is entered. When the save button 6017 is pressed, the The screen for setting the dedicated simulation will be displayed (Figure 6B to Figure 6G). Cancel When the button 6018 is pressed, the builder information input form screen 601 is reset, Re-entry is possible.

[0042] <Special simulation setting screen> 6B to 6G are diagrams showing examples of the configuration of the dedicated simulation selectable range setting screen. Figure 6B shows the layout selectable range setting GUI (Graphical User Interface) and the door 6C is a diagram showing a GUI for setting the selectable range of door and handle colors. FIG. 6D is a diagram showing the color selectable range setting GUI (continued). 6E is a diagram showing a GUI for setting the range of selectable links. FIG. 6F is a diagram showing a heating appliance selectable range setting GUI. FIG. 6G shows a GUI for setting the selectable range of the kitchen floor and range hood. Figure.

[0043] The person in charge of the housing equipment manufacturer is Based on (reference to) the information on the selectable range of colors, the styles shown in Figures 6B to 6G are By checking the box in the color and style, you can select the Sets the range that can be selected.

[0044] On the dedicated simulation selectable range setting screen, check the checkboxes for each item. You can set the desired range by checking each one. Click the "Select All" button to select all groups, types, series, and color variations. Then, clear the check boxes of the items and colors you do not need to select. You can also set ranges for groups, types, and series. Checking a box will clear all check boxes for the corresponding group, type, and series. In this state, uncheck any options you do not need. That's fine.

[0045] <Editing (changing) the simulator for registered builders> FIG. 7 shows the process of editing and changing a registered simulator for a builder according to this embodiment. The main actors in each step are the consumer electronics manufacturers of the housing equipment. The computer 10 and the simulator providing server 20 correspond to respective processing units (dedicated simulator information The processors 101 and 201 include the information setting unit 1012 and the builder information registration unit 2012. Each processing unit will be described below, but the processor 101 or the processor 201 operates It may also be the subject.

[0046] (i) Step 701 Editing of simulator for builders (registered builders) by a housing equipment manufacturer When the request is input, the builder information setting unit 1011 controls the communication device 104 to Then, the builder-specific simulator editing request is sent to the simulator providing server 20. Believe.

[0047] (ii) Steps 702 and 703 When the simulator providing server 20 receives a request to edit the simulator for the construction company, The simulator registration unit 2013 registers simulator information (dedicated simulators) of the target construction company. The simulator-related information database stores information such as the style and color that can be selected within the simulator. The information is acquired from the computer 203 and transmitted to the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer.

[0048] (iii) Step 704 When the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer receives the simulator information, the dedicated simulator The data information setting unit 1012 receives input (editing and modification contents) from the person in charge of the housing equipment manufacturer. Edits and changes can be made, for example, if the agreement with the target construction company has changed. This meant changing the range of options available and changing the name of the builder. Do it.

[0049] (iv) Step 705 The dedicated simulator information setting unit 1012 associates the edited and changed contents with the information of the builder. The resultant data is stored in the storage device 103 and transmitted to the simulator providing server 20.

[0050] (v) Step 706 When the simulator providing server 20 receives the edited or changed content, the simulator registration unit 20 13. Use the edited and changed content to change (update) the target builder-specific simulator, The information is associated with an existing URL and registered in the simulator-related information database.

[0051] (vi) Step 707 The simulator registration unit 2013 controls the communication device 205 and registers the simulator dedicated to the target builder. A notification of the completion of the simulator update is sent to the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer.

[0052] (vii) Step 708 Notification of completion of update of simulator for construction companies targeted at computer 10 of housing equipment manufacturer Upon receiving the signal, the processor 101 controls the communication device 104 to execute the dedicated simulator The completion of the update is notified to the computer 30 of the target builder. If you access the same dedicated URL as before the update from PC 30, the updated dedicated site will appear. You can use the calculator to simulate the style and color of your system kitchen. You will be able to retrieve and view the results.

[0053] <Simulation execution process and result display process> FIG. 8 shows the construction company's computer 30 and the simulator providing server 2 according to this embodiment. 0 and the simulation result display process. The simulator provider server is responsible for the operation of each step. 20 and the corresponding processing units of the builder's computer 30 (simulation execution unit 201 5 and the simulator access unit 3011, and other processing units within the processors 201 and 301. ), the following description will be given with the processor 201 or the processor 301 as the main operating unit. Good too.

[0054] (i) Step 801 When the construction company's representative clicks on the dedicated URL, the simulator access section 3 011 controls the communication device 304 to send a dedicated simulator call request to the simulator. The simulator providing server 20 transmits the simulator providing server 20.

[0055] (ii) Step 802 When the simulator providing server 20 receives a dedicated simulator call request, The simulator information provider 2014 has registered simulators for construction companies that correspond to dedicated URLs. If it is registered, the corresponding simulator information is displayed in the simulator related information. The simulator information is acquired from the information database 203. Here, the simulator information is obtained from the simulator of the relevant construction company. Contains information about the range of tile colors available and allows stain selection in the builder's computer. This is the information necessary to build a GUI for the simulator.

[0056] (iii) Step 803 The simulator information providing unit 2014 controls the communication device 205 and provides simulator information is transmitted to the computer 30 of the target builder.

[0057] (iv) Step 804 When the target builder's computer 30 receives the simulator information, the simulator G The UI construction unit 3012 constructs a simulator GUI using the simulator information. This simulator GUI shows the configuration items (style, color, etc.) that the target builder can select. This is a simulator screen consisting only of the following:

[0058] (v) Step 805 The construction company's staff selects the items to be simulated on the simulator GUI. Then, the selected information transmission control unit 3013 controls the communication device 304 to transmit the selected item ( The simulator providing server 20 transmits information (selection information) such as the style and color of the simulator.

[0059] (vi) Step 806 When the simulator providing server 20 receives the selection information (style and color), The simulation execution unit 2015 executes the simulation by using the selected information as simulation history information. The selected information is stored in the data-related information database 203, and the selected information is used for simulation. Execute.

[0060] (vii) Step 807 The Simulation Results Providing Unit 2016 provides simulation results (e.g., reflecting selected information). The data (exterior data of the system kitchen) is sent to the computer 30 of the target builder.

[0061] (viii) Step 808 The target builder's computer 30 displays the simulation results (e.g., the selection information reflected When the external appearance data of the system kitchen is received, the simulation result display control unit 301 4 controls the output device (display) 305 and displays the simulation results on the display screen. Display the results.

[0062] (ix) Step 809 The processor 301 determines whether an instruction to end or continue the simulation has been issued. If a command to end the simulation is input (Yes in step 809), The simulation execution process and the result display process are completed. When an instruction (for example, when the reset button for the simulation results is pressed) is input, If so (No in step 809), the process proceeds to step 805, The simulation execution process and result display process continue.

[0063] <Modification> In the above-described embodiment, the simulator providing server 20 provides a simulator dedicated to a specific builder. Each time a simulation is run in the simulator, the items selected in the simulation The information (selection information) (style and color) is stored in the simulator related information database 203 ( The simulation results are stored in the storage device 202. The selection information of the appliances is based on the housing equipment (e.g., system kitchen) that can be handled by the specific builder. ) Trends in home equipment items (styles and colors) that are popular or of interest to clients Therefore, the construction company's computer 30 provides the simulator The collected simulation selection information is acquired from the server 20, and the information is displayed based on popularity or interest. The style and color you have chosen may be presented to the client as a recommendation / reference. The computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer also receives the above-mentioned information from the simulator providing server 20. Accumulated simulation selection information (in this case, it can be information for all builders) The housing manufacturer analyzes the selected information and develops This will help you decide which style and color to focus on and strengthen in your sales. .

[0064] <Summary of the embodiment> (i) The simulation system 1 according to this embodiment is implemented on a computer of a housing equipment manufacturer. 10, a simulator providing server 20, and at least one builder's computer 30 The simulator providing server 20 is connected to the architecture Run simulations of configuration items, including home fixture styles and colors, for each contractor It has the function of providing a dedicated simulator.

[0065] The simulator providing server 20 receives the special information from the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer. In response to a specific builder-specific simulator generation request, The access destination information (URL) of the controller is generated and transmitted to the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer. The simulator providing server 20 also transmits the simulation results to the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer. Selection information received from the The information is based on selectable information associated with the access destination information (URL), A source simulator (pre-simulated) in which all the configuration items of the equipment are selectable. By limiting the range of selection of configuration items in the data providing server 20, A dedicated simulator is generated and associated with the access destination information (URL) to run the simulation. The simulator providing server 20 then registers the data in the relevant information database 203. The completion of registration of the specific builder-dedicated simulator is notified to the computer of the housing equipment manufacturer. The computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer notifies the computer 10 of the specific builder. The access destination information (URL) of the simulator for exclusive use by the construction company is transmitted (notified) to the In this way, instead of generating simulators for specific construction companies one by one, Narrow your selection from a source simulator with options (configuration items: style and color) (Determined by prior agreement (contract) between the housing equipment manufacturer and the specific construction company. (based on the range of available configuration items for the builder) This allows the simulation tool to be easily and inexpensively adapted to the requirements of each builder. It can be customized to suit the needs of the housing equipment manufacturer and the specific construction company. The prior agreement (contract) between the two parties is often specified in detail, making it difficult for inexperienced construction companies It is very difficult for the person in charge to run a simulation based on the above agreement from all the options. Although it is always difficult, this embodiment ensures that the simulation is carried out in accordance with the above agreement. This means you can use the simulation tool with confidence.

[0066] In addition, in Simulation System 1, the registration is performed without changing the access destination information (URL). You can edit and change the dedicated simulators that you have already registered. The server 20 receives the registered dedicated simulator data from the computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer. The dedicated simulator is changed based on the edited and changed data, and the dedicated simulator before the change is The access destination information (URL) associated with the simulator and the dedicated simulator after the change The simulator providing server 20 then registers the simulator in the related information database 203. The home appliance manufacturer's computer 10 is notified that the simulator change registration has been completed. The computer 10 of the housing equipment manufacturer that received the notification will then transfer the information to the computer of the related construction company. The dedicated simulator is notified to the computer 30 that the change has been completed. You may send the same URL as before, or you may use the same URL as before. This makes it easy to change the dedicated simulator. In addition, the same access information (URL) as before can be used. This will prevent confusion for construction companies.

[0067] When a construction company runs a simulation, the process is the same as that of a general simulator. Specifically, the builder's computer 30 executes the above access In response to this access, the simulator providing server 20 , simulator information that configures the dedicated simulator, and configuration items that can be selected by the builder Simulator information (information for building the simulator GUI) showing the eye The simulator providing server 20 then transmits the simulation results to the computer 30. The configuration selected by the builder from the selectable configuration items received from the computer 30. Based on the simulation selection information indicating the items, a simulation is performed using a dedicated simulator. The simulation is executed and the results of the simulation are sent to the builder's computer 30.

[0068] (ii) The functions of this embodiment can also be realized by software program code. In this case, a storage medium on which the program code is recorded is provided to the system or device, and the system The computer (or CPU or MPU) of the system or device executes the program code stored in the storage medium. In this case, the program code itself read from the storage medium is The functions of the embodiment are realized by the program code itself and the program code stored therein. The storage medium for providing such program code constitutes the present disclosure. Examples of storage media include flexible disks, CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, hard disks, Hard disks, optical disks, magneto-optical disks, CD-Rs, magnetic tapes, non-volatile memories Cards, ROMs, etc. are used.

[0069] In addition, the operating system (OS) running on the computer is controlled based on the instructions of the program code. The actual processing is performed in part or in whole by a system such as a mobile terminal, and the processing is Furthermore, the functions of the embodiment may be realized by reading out the data from the storage medium. After the program code is written into the memory on the computer, Based on the instructions, the computer's CPU performs some or all of the actual processing, and the processing The functions of the above-described embodiments may be realized by the above-described theory.

[0070] Furthermore, the program code of the software that realizes the functions of the embodiment may be transmitted over a network. By distributing it via the network, it can be stored on the hard disk or memory of the system or device. It is stored in a storage means or a storage medium such as CD-RW or CD-R, and is used by the system or device. The computer (or CPU or MPU) of the device uses the program stored in the storage means or the storage medium. Alternatively, the program code may be read and executed.

[0071] Finally, the processes and techniques described herein are not inherently related to any particular device. can be implemented by any suitable combination of components Furthermore, in this embodiment, various types of general-purpose devices can be used. By appropriately combining the multiple components disclosed in the embodiments, various technologies can be realized. For example, some components may be deleted from all the components shown in the embodiment. Alternatively, different components may be combined as appropriate. However, these are not limiting in all respects and are merely illustrative of the techniques of the present disclosure. Those skilled in the art will be able to derive suitable hardware for implementing the present disclosure. Many combinations of hardware, software, and firmware can be identified. For example, the software written can be written in assembler, C / C++, perl, S A wide range of programming or scripting languages ​​such as hell, PHP, Java, etc. It can be implemented.

[0072] Furthermore, in the above-described embodiment, the control lines and information lines are those that are considered necessary for the explanation. This does not necessarily mean that all control lines and information lines on the product are shown. may be connected to each other. [Explanation of symbols]

[0073] 1 Simulation System 10 Computers of housing equipment manufacturers 20 Simulator provider server 30 Builder's Computer 40 Network 101, 201, 301 processors 102, 302 input devices 103, 202, 303 storage devices 104, 205, 304 Communication devices 105, 305 output device 203 Simulator-related information database 204 Construction Contractor Information Database 1011 Builder Information Setting Department 1012 Dedicated simulator information setting section 2011 Dedicated URL Generation Unit 2012 Construction Contractor Information Registration Department 2013 Simulator Registration Department 2014 Simulator Information Department 2015 Simulation Execution Department 2016 Simulation Results Department 3011 Simulator Access Department 3012 Simulator GUI Construction Department 3013 Selection information transmission control unit 3014 Simulation result display control unit

Claims

1. Simulate the configuration items, including the style and color of the home fixtures, for each builder. A simulator providing server that provides a dedicated simulator for performing a database that holds information related to the dedicated simulator; a source simulator configured to allow selection of all of the configuration items of the home equipment; a processor for generating the dedicated simulator by modifying the The processor: A simulator dedicated to a specific builder received from the first computer of the housing equipment manufacturer a process of generating access destination information for the dedicated simulator in response to a data generation request; 、 a process of transmitting the access destination information to the first computer; The construction company receives from the first computer the Selectable information indicating a selectable range, which is a selection associated with the access destination information Based on the available information, a selection range of the configuration items in the source simulator is limited. generating the dedicated simulator by The dedicated simulator is registered in the database in association with the access destination information. Processing and A process of notifying the first computer that registration of the dedicated simulator has been completed. and a simulator providing server that executes the simulator.

2. In claim 1, The processor: The edit / change information of the registered dedicated simulator received from the first computer modifying the dedicated simulator based on the content; The access destination information associated with the dedicated simulator before the change and the access destination information associated with the dedicated simulator after the change A process of registering a dedicated simulator in the database; Notifying the first computer that the change registration of the dedicated simulator has been completed A simulator providing server that executes the processing.

3. In claim 1, The processor: The dedicated simulator based on the access destination information from the second computer of the builder simulator information for configuring the dedicated simulator in response to access to The second computer stores simulator information indicating the configuration items that the builder can select. and The selectable configuration items received from the second computer are sent to the builder. Based on the simulation selection information indicating the selected configuration item, a process of executing a simulation by a simulator; A simulation result by the dedicated simulator is transmitted to the second computer. The simulator provider server executes the process.

4. a first computer of a housing equipment manufacturer; a second computer of the builder; Change the source simulator so that all the components of the home appliances are selectable. By doing so, a dedicated simulator that can only be used by the construction company is generated, and the dedicated simulator a simulator providing server that provides the second computer with simulator data; a processor for generating the dedicated simulator; The first computer, the second computer, and the simulator providing server , configured to be accessible to each other via a network, The first computer A request to generate a simulator dedicated to a specific construction company is sent to the simulator providing server. A process of sending receiving access destination information for the dedicated simulator from the simulator providing server; Processing and The person in charge of the housing equipment manufacturer inputs the information, and the builder Selectable information indicating a selectable range of configuration items is associated with the access destination information. a process of transmitting the selected selectable information to the simulator providing server; Receive from the simulator providing server a notification that registration of the dedicated simulator has been completed. and transmitting the access destination information to the second computer; The simulator providing server the specific builder-specific simulator generation link received from the first computer; generating the access destination information in response to a request; a process of transmitting the access destination information to the first computer; The source simulator is based on the selectable information received from the first computer. By limiting the range of selection of the configuration items in the simulator, A process for generating The dedicated simulator is associated with the access destination information. registering the information in a database that holds the relevant information; A process of notifying the first computer that registration of the dedicated simulator has been completed. and a simulation system that executes the above.

5. In claim 4, The first computer further comprises: The edited and changed contents of the registered dedicated simulator are sent to the simulator providing server. The process of trusting receiving a notification of completion of registration of change of the dedicated simulator from the simulator providing server; and execute the process. The simulator providing server The editing and modification of the registered dedicated simulator received from the first computer modifying the dedicated simulator based on the changes; The access destination information associated with the dedicated simulator before the change and the access destination information associated with the dedicated simulator after the change A process of registering a dedicated simulator in the database; Notifying the first computer that the change registration of the dedicated simulator has been completed A simulation system that performs processing.

6. In claim 4, The second computer a process of accessing the dedicated simulator based on the access destination information; Simulator information constituting the dedicated simulator, which is selectable by the builder receiving simulator information indicating the configuration items that can be used from the simulator providing server; Processing and A spot indicating a configuration item selected by the builder from among the selectable configuration items. a process of transmitting simulation selection information to the simulator providing server; The simulation results of the dedicated simulator are transmitted to the simulator providing server. and receiving the and outputting the simulation results. The simulator providing server The second computer accesses the dedicated simulator based on the access destination information. transmitting the simulator information to the second computer in response to the access; Based on the simulation selection information received from the second computer, A process of executing a simulation by the dedicated simulator; A simulation result by the dedicated simulator is transmitted to the second computer. A simulation system that executes the process.

7. Builder-specific simulators for configuration items, including home appliance styles and colors 1. A method for generating data, comprising: The first computer of the housing equipment manufacturer receives the specific builder-specific simulator generation request. transmitting the est to a simulator providing server; The simulator providing server receives the specific builder-dedicated simulator generation request. In response to the request, the access destination information of the specific builder-dedicated simulator is generated, and the access destination information is transmitting access information to the first computer; The first computer allows the specific builder to select the configuration items of the housing equipment. Selectable information indicating a range that can be accessed, the selectable information being associated with the access destination information transmitting information to the simulator providing server; The simulator providing server receives the selectable information from the first computer. All the configuration items of the household equipment are selectable and prepared in advance based on the By limiting the selection range of the configuration items in the source simulator, the specific A simulator dedicated to a construction company is generated, and the simulator dedicated to the specific construction company is used by the access The data for storing information related to the specific builder's dedicated simulator in association with the destination information is Registering in the database and The simulator providing server completes registration of the specific builder-dedicated simulator. notifying the first computer that The first computer transmits the access destination information to the second computer of the specific builder. and A method comprising:

8. In claim 7, The first computer edits and changes the specific builder-dedicated simulator that has already been registered. transmitting the content to the simulator providing server; The simulator providing server edits the simulator dedicated to the specific builder that has already been registered. - modifying the specific builder-specific simulator based on the changes; The simulator providing server is associated with the specific builder-dedicated simulator before the change. The access destination information and the modified simulator for the specific builder are stored in the Registering in the database and The simulator providing server determines whether the change registration of the specific builder-dedicated simulator has been completed. notifying the first computer that the processing has been completed; The first computer receives the notification of completion of the change registration, and sends it to the second computer. notifying the specific builder-specific simulator of the change; A method comprising:

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