Environmental control system and environmental control method

Abstract

To control an environment of a habitable room according to traveling time of a movable body and user's schedule.SOLUTION: An environment control system 1 controls an environment of a habitable room 6 of a movable body 5. The environment control system 1 includes: a calculation control unit 50 which acquires traveling time information im which is information including traveling time T1 of the movable body 5 and schedule information is of a user who uses the habitable room 6; and an environment generation device 60 provided in the habitable room 6. The environment generation device 60 is at least one of a lighting device 61 and an acoustic device 62. The calculation control unit 50 controls the environment generation device 60 based on the traveling time information im and the schedule information is.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an environmental control system for controlling the environment of a passenger compartment of a moving body and an environmental control method.

Background Art

[0002] Conventional Patent Document 1 discloses a transportation system for adjusting the environment of a passenger compartment of a moving body. In this transportation system, the environment of the passenger compartment is adjusted according to the physical condition of the user who uses the passenger compartment.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] However, in the conventional transportation system, the environment of the passenger compartment may not be adjusted according to the travel time of the moving body or the schedule of the user.

[0005] Therefore, the present disclosure provides an environmental control system and the like that can control the environment of the passenger compartment according to the travel time of the moving body and the schedule of the user.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] An environmental control system according to one aspect of the present disclosure is an environmental control system for controlling the environment of a passenger compartment of a moving body, including an arithmetic control unit that acquires travel time information, which is information including the travel time of the moving body, and schedule information of a user who uses the passenger compartment, and an environmental generation device provided in the passenger compartment. The environmental generation device is at least one of a lighting device and an audio device. <http: / / The schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods, the schedule information relating to rest periods includes information regarding rest periods, indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of sleep and meditation, and the schedule information relating to non-rest periods includes information regarding non-rest periods, indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of work, studying, reading and playing games. The arithmetic control unit controls the environmental generation device based on the travel time information and the schedule information. Furthermore, the environment generating device is controlled differently during the rest period and the non-rest period. An environmental control system according to one aspect of the present disclosure is an environmental control system for controlling the environment of a room of a mobile body, comprising: a calculation control unit that acquires travel time information, which includes the travel time of the mobile body, and schedule information of a user using the room; and an environment generating device provided in the room, wherein the environment generating device is at least one of a lighting device and a sound device, and the calculation control unit controls the environment generating device based on the travel time information and the schedule information, wherein the schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods, the schedule information regarding rest periods includes information regarding rest periods indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of sleep and meditation, and the schedule information regarding non-rest periods includes information regarding non-rest periods indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of work, studying, reading and playing games, and further, the calculation control unit changes the user's rest periods according to the actual time spent on non-rest periods.

[0007] An environmental control system according to one aspect of the present disclosure is an environmental control system for controlling the environment of a room of a mobile body, comprising a calculation and control unit that acquires travel time information, which is information including the travel time of the mobile body, and schedule information of a user using the room, The schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods, the schedule information relating to rest periods includes information regarding rest periods, indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of sleep and meditation, and the schedule information relating to non-rest periods includes information regarding non-rest periods, indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of work, studying, reading and playing games. The calculation control unit controls the lighting device installed in the room based on the travel time information and the schedule information. Furthermore, the lighting device is controlled differently during the break time and the non-break time.

[0008] An environmental control method according to one aspect of the present disclosure is an environmental control method for controlling the environment of a room of a mobile body, comprising the steps of: acquiring travel time information which includes the travel time of the mobile body; acquiring schedule information of a user using the room; and controlling a lighting device provided in the room based on the travel time information and the schedule information. Furthermore, the schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods, the schedule information relating to rest periods includes information regarding rest periods, indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of sleep and meditation, and the schedule information relating to non-rest periods includes information regarding non-rest periods, indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of work, studying, reading and playing games, and in the step of controlling the lighting device, the lighting device is controlled based on the travel time information and the schedule information, and further, different controls are applied to the lighting device during rest periods and non-rest periods. An environmental control method according to one aspect of the present disclosure is an environmental control method for controlling the environment of a room of a mobile body, comprising the steps of: acquiring travel time information which includes the travel time of the mobile body; acquiring schedule information of a user using the room; and controlling a lighting device provided in the room based on the travel time information and the schedule information, wherein the schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods, the schedule information relating to rest periods includes information regarding rest periods indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of sleep and meditation, and the schedule information relating to non-rest periods includes information regarding non-rest periods indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of work, studying, reading and playing games, and in the step of controlling the lighting device, the user's rest period is changed according to the actual time spent in the non-rest period. [Effects of the Invention]

[0009] According to the environmental control system etc. of this disclosure, the environment of a living space can be controlled according to the travel time of a moving object and the user's schedule. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0010] [Figure 1] This is a perspective view showing the living quarters of a mobile vehicle. [Figure 2] This is a block diagram showing the configuration of the environmental control system according to the embodiment. [Figure 3] This figure shows an example of travel time information, which includes information about the travel time of a moving object. [Figure 4] This figure shows an example of schedule information for a resident using a room. [Figure 5] This figure shows the relationship between the illuminance on the work surface and the required illuminance on each surface. [Figure 6] This figure shows an example of how an environmental control system operates when users take breaks and perform tasks in sequence. [Figure 7] It is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed on an information terminal. [Figure 8] It is a diagram showing an example of the operation of an environmental control system when a user performs work and rest in sequence. [Figure 9] It is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed on an information terminal. [Figure 10] It is a block diagram showing the configuration of an environmental control system according to Modification Example 1 of the embodiment. [Figure 11A] It is a diagram showing the case where the fluctuation of light is periodically repeated when the first lighting control section is less than 5 minutes. [Figure 11B] It is a diagram showing the case where the fluctuation of light is periodically repeated when the first lighting control section is 5 minutes or more. [Figure 11C] It is another diagram showing the case where the fluctuation of light is periodically repeated when the first lighting control section is less than 5 minutes. [Figure 11D] It is another diagram showing the case where the fluctuation of light is periodically repeated when the first lighting control section is 5 minutes or more. [Figure 11E] It is yet another diagram showing the case where the fluctuation of light is periodically repeated when the first lighting control section is 5 minutes or more. [Figure 12A] It is a diagram showing the sheet surface illuminance of the second lighting control section when the second lighting control section is long. [Figure 12B] It is another diagram showing the sheet surface illuminance of the second lighting control section when the length of the second lighting control section is medium. [Figure 12C] It is yet another diagram showing the sheet surface illuminance of the second lighting control section when the second lighting control section is short. [Figure 12D] It is yet another diagram showing the sheet surface illuminance of the second lighting control section when the second lighting control section is very short. [Figure 12E] It is another diagram showing the sheet surface illuminance of the second lighting control section when the length of the second lighting control section is medium. [Figure 12F]This is another diagram showing the illuminance on the sheet surface in the second lighting control section when the second lighting control section is long. [Figure 13] This figure shows an example of the operation of the environmental control system according to a modified example 1 of the embodiment. [Figure 14] This is a block diagram showing the configuration of an environmental control system according to a modified example 2 of the embodiment. [Figure 15] This is a block diagram showing the configuration of an environmental control system according to a modified example 3 of the embodiment. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0011] The embodiments will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings. The embodiments described below are all comprehensive or specific examples. The numerical values, shapes, materials, components, arrangement and connection configurations of components, steps, and the order of steps shown in the following embodiments are examples only and are not intended to limit the disclosure. Furthermore, components in the following embodiments that are not described in an independent claim will be described as optional components.

[0012] Furthermore, each figure is a schematic diagram and not necessarily a strictly accurate representation. Also, the same component is denoted by the same reference numeral in each figure.

[0013] Furthermore, in the following embodiments, expressions such as "approximately parallel" are used. For example, "approximately parallel" or "rectangular" means not only that they are perfectly parallel or rectangular, but also that they are substantially parallel or rectangular, that is, they may include an error of, for example, a few percent. Also, "approximately parallel" or "rectangular" means that they are parallel or rectangular to the extent that the effects of this disclosure can be achieved. The same applies to other expressions using "approximately" or "like".

[0014] Furthermore, in the following embodiments, the direction of movement of the moving body is defined as the X-axis direction, the width direction of the moving body is defined as the Y-axis direction, and the direction perpendicular to the X-axis direction and the Y-axis direction is defined as the Z-axis direction. In addition, the forward side of the movement of the moving body in the X-axis direction is defined as the X-axis positive direction, the left hand side of a user facing forward is defined as the Y-axis positive direction, and the side perpendicular to a user facing forward is defined as the Z-axis positive direction.

[0015] (Embodiment) The environmental control system according to this embodiment is a system that controls the environment of the living space of a mobile vehicle. For example, the environmental control system provides a space within the living space that is suitable for resting or working when a user other than the driver is resting or working inside the living space.

[0016] [Living quarters of a mobile vehicle] The living quarters of the mobile unit will be explained with reference to Figure 1.

[0017] Figure 1 is a perspective view showing the living space 6 of the mobile unit 5.

[0018] The mobile body 5 is, for example, a vehicle such as an automobile. However, the mobile body 5 is not limited to an automobile; it may also be a train or an airplane. The living space 6 is a space provided within the mobile body 5. Figure 1 shows an example where the living space 6 of the mobile body 5 is the space on the rear seat side of an automobile.

[0019] Room 6 is equipped with multiple seats 7. Users of Room 6 can sit on the seats 7 to rest or perform designated tasks.

[0020] The seat 7 has a seat portion on which the user sits, a footrest rotatably connected to the seat portion, a backrest portion rotatably connected to the seat portion, and a headrest connected to the backrest portion. When the user is working or performing other tasks, the seat 7 functions as a chair. When the user is resting, the seat 7 may function as a bed with the footrest, seat portion, backrest portion, and headrest arranged in a straight line.

[0021] Users are permitted to rest in Room 6. Rest refers to activities undertaken by users to allow their minds and bodies to rest. For example, users may sleep or meditate during rest time. Users are also permitted to engage in activities other than resting within Room 6. These activities are referred to as non-rest activities; for example, users may work or study during non-rest times.

[0022] Room 6 is equipped with an information terminal 10 and an environment generating device 60.

[0023] The information terminal 10 is a user interface for the environmental control system 1 to exchange various types of information with the user. The information terminal 10 is, for example, a tablet or a smartphone. The information terminal 10 is, but is not limited to, freely portable within the living space 6. The information terminal 10 may be fixed to the top surface of the armrest or attached to the back of the backrest of the front seat.

[0024] The environment generating device 60 is a device that generates the environment within the living room 6. The environment generating device 60 consists of at least one of a lighting device 61, a sound device 62, a blower 63, and an aroma diffuser 64.

[0025] The lighting device 61 is provided, for example, on the armrest and side pillar. Multiple lighting devices 61 may be provided within the living space 6. The lighting device 61 may be provided on the interior roof above the user, or on the back of the backrest of the front seat in front of the user.

[0026] The sound device 62, the blower 63, and the fragrance diffuser 64 are installed, for example, on the top or side of the armrest. Alternatively, the sound device 62, the blower 63, and the fragrance diffuser 64 may be installed on the side pillar, the interior roof, or the back of the backrest of the front seat.

[0027] The environmental control system 1 controls the environment generating device 60 based on information collected by the information terminal 10, thereby providing a living space 6 suitable for users to rest and not rest.

[0028] [Environmental control system configuration] The configuration of the environmental control system 1 according to this embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 2 to 5.

[0029] Figure 2 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the environmental control system 1 according to an embodiment.

[0030] The environmental control system 1 comprises an information terminal 10, a calculation control unit 50, and an environment generation device 60.

[0031] The calculation control unit 50 is connected to the information terminal 10 and the environment generation device 60 via communication. For example, the calculation control unit 50 is connected to the environment generation device 60 by wire and to the information terminal 10 by wireless means such as Bluetooth® or WiFi®. Alternatively, the calculation control unit 50 may be connected to the information terminal 10 by wire.

[0032] In Figure 1, the calculation control unit 50 is located inside the armrest, but is not limited to that location. For example, the calculation control unit 50 may be located in the rear seat or the front seat, or it may be located in the front center panel.

[0033] The environment generating device 60 consists of at least one of a lighting device 61, a sound device 62, a blower 63, and an aroma diffuser 64. Each of the lighting device 61, sound device 62, blower 63, and aroma diffuser 64 is controlled by the calculation control unit 50.

[0034] The lighting device 61 illuminates the living room 6 with light. The lighting device 61 has a dimming function that changes the amount of light. The lighting device 61 changes the output of light in response to lighting control instructions from the calculation control unit 50. For example, the lighting device 61 performs dimming control by obtaining lighting control instructions from the calculation control unit 50 according to the travel time information im and schedule information is described later. By changing the luminance (brightness), etc., the lighting device 61 provides users with lighting that has a sleep-inducing effect, lighting that has an awakening effect, or lighting that allows them to concentrate on work.

[0035] The sound device 62 plays music in the living room 6 to create a calming atmosphere. The sound device 62 receives sound control instructions from the calculation control unit 50 and provides the user with music that promotes sleep, music that promotes alertness, or music that helps them concentrate on their work.

[0036] The blower 63 is an air conditioning device installed in the living room 6. The blower 63 generates airflow in the living room 6 by blowing air from its outlet. The blower 63 adjusts the air quality (e.g., air temperature and humidity) in the living room 6 by taking in air from the outside space. The air freshener 64 is placed in the living room 6 and adjusts the air quality (e.g., fragrance) in the living room 6 by introducing a fragrance into the air blown out from its outlet. The blower 63 and air freshener 64 receive air quality control instructions from the calculation control unit 50 to provide users with air quality that promotes sleep, air quality that promotes alertness, or air quality that allows them to concentrate on work.

[0037] The information terminal 10 is a device that exchanges various types of information with the user. The information terminal 10 has an input unit 11 that receives user input and a display unit 12 that displays various types of information to the user. The input unit 11 and the display unit 12 may be composed of a single component rather than separate components. In this embodiment, the input unit 11 and the display unit 12 are composed of a touch panel.

[0038] For example, the input unit 11 receives information about the destination of the mobile unit 5 before the mobile unit 5 departs. The input unit 11 may also receive information about the departure point of the mobile unit 5, if necessary. If the destination of the mobile unit 5 is changed, the input unit 11 may receive information about the new destination while the mobile unit 5 is in motion. The input unit 11 outputs the destination information received through user input to the calculation control unit 50.

[0039] Figure 3 shows an example of travel time information im, which includes the travel time T1 of the moving object 5.

[0040] The calculation control unit 50 calculates travel time information im, which includes the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5, based on the destination information output from the input unit 11, and obtains the travel time information im. The travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 is determined based on the information of the departure point and destination of the mobile body 5. The information of the departure point and destination of the mobile body 5 includes traffic information for the route from the departure point to the destination. Traffic information includes, for example, information on congestion, road construction, traffic accidents, etc.

[0041] For example, the calculation control unit 50 obtains information such as the current location of the mobile body 5, traffic information for the route from the starting point to the destination, and the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 from the car navigation system installed in the mobile body 5. The calculation control unit 50 may also connect to an external communication network via the information terminal 10 and obtain the information necessary to calculate the travel time T1 from an information server on the communication network.

[0042] The traffic information may be current traffic information or future traffic information predicted in relation to the travel time T1. The calculation control unit 50 may obtain the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 based on the actual travel time included in the travel history information if the mobile body 5 has traveled to the same origin and destination in the past. The travel history information of the mobile body 5 is stored, for example, in the internal memory of the calculation control unit 50.

[0043] Furthermore, the input unit 11 accepts input information for setting the user's schedule information (is) as user operation input.

[0044] The input information for setting the schedule information includes information about the user's breaks and non-breaks. The break information includes at least one piece of information: the number of breaks, the timing of breaks, and the length of breaks. Break time is, for example, time during which the user sleeps, meditates, etc. The non-break information includes at least one piece of information: the number of non-breaks, the timing of non-breaks, and the length of non-breaks. Non-break time is time other than break time, for example, time during which the user works or studies. Non-break time may also include time for hobbies such as reading or playing games.

[0045] The input unit 11 outputs the above input information received through user operation input to the calculation control unit 50.

[0046] The calculation control unit 50 calculates the user's schedule information is based on the input information output from the input unit 11 and obtains the schedule information is.

[0047] Figure 4 shows an example of schedule information for a user using a room.

[0048] The schedule information is the information corresponding to the time t0 to time t1, which is the movement time of the moving object 5.

[0049] Figure 4(a) shows an example where a non-break period is set after a break period. Figure 4(b) shows an example where a break period is set after a non-break period. Figure 4(c) shows an example where the beginning and end of a travel time T1 are non-break periods, and the period in between is a break period. Figure 4(d) shows an example where the beginning and end of a travel time T1 are break periods, and the period in between is a non-break period.

[0050] These schedule information entries reflect information about the number, timing, and duration of both breaks and non-breaks. Figure 4 shows an example where part of the travel time T1 is break time and the rest is non-break time, but it is not limited to this. For example, all of the travel time T1 may be break time, or all of the travel time T1 may be non-break time.

[0051] In this way, the arithmetic control unit 50 acquires travel time information im and schedule information is. The travel time information im and schedule information is stored in the internal memory of the arithmetic control unit 50. The arithmetic control unit 50 may acquire all schedules during the travel time T1 when the mobile body 5 departs, or it may acquire some of the schedules during the travel time T1 as the schedule progresses.

[0052] The calculation control unit 50 displays the travel time information im and schedule information is on the display unit 12. The calculation control unit 50 may also display the time until the moving object 5 arrives at its destination as the travel time information im on the display unit 12. The calculation control unit 50 may also display the remaining rest time and the remaining non-rest time as schedule information is on the display unit 12. The display unit 12 displays the travel time information im and schedule information is output from the calculation control unit 50.

[0053] The calculation control unit 50 outputs a control instruction signal s1 for controlling the environment generation device 60 based on the travel time information im and the schedule information is. In this embodiment, the calculation control unit 50 performs different controls on the environment generation device 60 depending on whether the user is resting or not.

[0054] During breaks, the calculation control unit 50 controls the lighting device 61 with a constant or dynamic light to provide lighting that promotes sleep and lighting that promotes wakefulness. Lighting control may include not only turning the lights on and off, but also turning them off. The control of the lighting device 61 during breaks will be explained in detail in Modification 1.

[0055] During non-break times, the calculation control unit 50 provides lighting that allows the user to concentrate on their work.

[0056] Figure 5 shows the relationship between the illuminance of the work surface and the required illuminance of each surface. In this embodiment, the illuminance of the work surface is the illuminance of the surface of the sheet 7.

[0057] The figure shows the relationship between the illuminance on the work surface and the required illuminance on the surrounding surfaces of the desk, wall, and person's face. Category I represents the brightness that is just right for the user to work, while Category II represents the minimum brightness required for the user to work. It is desirable that the calculation control unit 50 control the lighting device 61 to meet the conditions of Category I.

[0058] For example, if the illuminance on the work surface in room 6 is set to 300 lx (lx: lux) and the illuminance near the wall is set to 220 lx, the user's eyes will be less likely to become fatigued. In this way, by increasing the illuminance in the work area and decreasing the illuminance in the surrounding area, it becomes possible to concentrate on work during non-break times.

[0059] Furthermore, the calculation control unit 50 may control the lighting device 61 so that it satisfies conditions of at least Category II or higher. For example, the calculation control unit 50 may control the lighting device 61 so that the minimum value of the sheet surface illuminance, which is the illuminance on the surface of the sheet 7, is always 100 lx or more as the minimum brightness.

[0060] In this way, the environmental control system 1 controls the environment generation device 60 based on the travel time information im and schedule information is acquired by the calculation control unit 50. This allows the environment of the living room 6 to be controlled according to the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 and the user's schedule. Furthermore, by setting schedule information is that includes rest time and non-rest time, users can use their time efficiently.

[0061] Although the above example shows the arithmetic control unit 50 directly controlling the environment generation device 60, the arithmetic control unit 50 is not limited to this, and may also indirectly control the environment generation device 60. For example, the arithmetic control unit 50 may transmit a control instruction signal s1 to the ECU (Electronic Control Unit) of the mobile body 5 and control the environment generation device 60 via the ECU.

[0062] Furthermore, the environmental control system 1 may have a notification unit that notifies users of information regarding rest periods and non-rest periods. For example, the notification unit may be the display unit 12 of the information terminal 10. In this case, the environmental control system 1 displays information regarding rest periods and non-rest periods on the display unit 12 using text or images. Alternatively, the notification unit may be the speaker of the information terminal 10. In this case, the environmental control system 1 outputs information regarding rest periods and non-rest periods from the speaker using voice. Alternatively, the notification unit may be a lighting device 61. In this case, the environmental control system 1 notifies users of rest periods and non-rest periods by adjusting the brightness, color, and blinking of the lighting device 61.

[0063] [Adjustment of travel time and schedule information] In the environmental control system 1, the travel time information im and the schedule information is may be adjusted as shown below.

[0064] For example, the input unit 11 may accept a change input to modify at least one of the travel time information im and the schedule information is. When the calculation control unit 50 receives this change input, it modifies at least one of the travel time information im and the schedule information is based on the change input. At this time, the calculation control unit 50 may restrict the input conditions that are input to the input unit 11. For example, it may restrict the acceptance of an input that specifies a rest period of 2 hours when the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 is 1 hour. This change input may be made while the mobile body 5 is traveling, or before the mobile body 5 departs.

[0065] The calculation control unit 50 may change the subsequent break time according to the actual time spent during the non-break period. For example, if there is a break time after the non-break period, the calculation control unit 50 may change the length of the subsequent break time according to the change in the length of the non-break period. Specifically, if the non-break period exceeds the scheduled time by 15 minutes, the calculation control unit 50 may reduce the subsequent break time by 15 minutes. The environment control system 1 may perform these modification processes after notifying the user and obtaining confirmation input from the user. Alternatively, the environment control system 1 may perform these modification processes automatically without notifying the user or obtaining confirmation input from the user.

[0066] Furthermore, the calculation control unit 50 may change the schedule information is in accordance with changes in the travel time information im. For example, if the calculation control unit 50 is likely to arrive at the destination earlier than scheduled, or later than scheduled, it may change the initial allocation and number of breaks and non-breaks.

[0067] As a specific example, the calculation control unit 50 re-acquires the travel time T2 from the departure point to the destination based on the travel time information im which has been changed due to traffic conditions, etc. The calculation control unit 50 then calculates the difference Δt (=T2-T1) between the newly acquired travel time T2 and the initial travel time T1 acquired at the time of departure. If the difference Δt is short, there is no need to change the schedule information is, so the calculation control unit 50 decides whether or not to change the schedule information is according to the value of the difference Δt. The calculation control unit 50 has a threshold X pre-set for determining whether or not to change the schedule information is. For example, the threshold X is set to 3 minutes as the time required to confirm, consider, and input corrections for changes in rest and non-rest times. The threshold X may be set appropriately according to the importance of events held at the destination, etc.

[0068] The following explains how to modify the schedule information is depending on the value of the difference Δt and whether the schedule information is changeable.

[0069] For example, if -X < Δt < +X and a break time is set after the difference Δt is calculated, the calculation control unit 50 changes the length of the most recent break time for which the difference Δt was calculated by the difference Δt.

[0070] For example, if -X < Δt < +X and no break time has been set after the difference Δt has been calculated, the calculation control unit 50 changes the length of the most recent non-break time after the difference Δt has been calculated by the difference Δt.

[0071] For example, if Δt ≤ -X or Δt ≥ +X, and the difference Δt is calculated during a non-break period, the calculation control unit 50 displays a notification and selection instruction on the information terminal 10 to change at least one of the break period and non-break period after the calculation of the difference Δt. Based on the selection instruction received by the information terminal 10, the calculation control unit 50 changes at least one of the break period and non-break period.

[0072] For example, if Δt ≤ -X or Δt ≥ +X, and the calculation of the difference Δt occurs during a break, the calculation control unit 50 changes the length of the current break by the difference Δt.

[0073] By modifying the travel time information (im) and schedule information (is) in this way, it becomes possible to adjust rest periods and non-rest periods in response to any advancement or delay in arrival.

[0074] [An example of how an environmental control system works] The operation of the environmental control system 1, specifically when a user performs breaks and then work in sequence, will be explained with reference to Figures 6 and 7. Note that the following work is an example of a non-break activity.

[0075] Figure 6 shows an example of the operation of the environmental control system 1 when a user takes a break and then performs work in sequence. Figure 7 shows an example of the screen displayed on the information terminal 10.

[0076] Figure 6 shows the operation of the environmental control system 1, specifically the operation of displaying various information on the information terminal 10. Figures 7(a) to (m) show the screens of the information terminal 10 corresponding to the operation in Figure 6 in chronological order.

[0077] The environmental control system 1 displays a screen for inputting a destination on the information terminal 10 (step S11). Upon receiving an input regarding the destination, the environmental control system 1 calculates the travel time T1 from the current location to the destination and displays the travel time T1 on the information terminal 10. When calculating the travel time T1, the environmental control system 1 may calculate the travel time T1 based on information regarding the departure point and destination, as well as traffic information. When calculating the travel time T1, the environmental control system 1 may calculate the travel time T1 based on the travel history information of the moving object 5. Figure 7(a) shows that the travel time T1 to the destination is 70 minutes.

[0078] Next, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 for the user to input the action they are about to take (step S12). For example, as shown in Figure 7(b), the information terminal 10 displays a screen that allows the user to choose whether to take a break or to work. In this example, an example is shown where the user has chosen to take a break.

[0079] Next, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 that accepts input information for setting the schedule information is (step S13). For example, as shown in Figure 7(c), the information terminal 10 displays a screen that accepts input information for determining the length of the break time. In this example, an example where the break time is set to 30 minutes is shown. In step S13, in addition to the length of the break time, information indicating the number of breaks and the timing of the breaks may also be entered.

[0080] The environmental control system 1 calculates schedule information is based on the input information and displays the schedule information is on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S14). The screen in Figure 7(d) shows that the break time is now 30 minutes.

[0081] During the break time, the environmental control system 1 displays the remaining break time on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S15). The screen in Figure 7(e) shows that 15 minutes of break time remain. The remaining break time is not limited to text information, but may also be displayed visually using an indicator. As shown in Figure 7(e), the environmental control system 1 may also display a screen on the information terminal 10 to confirm whether to stop the break midway or whether to extend the break time. The environmental control system 1 may also display the time remaining until arrival at the destination on the screen of the information terminal 10.

[0082] When the break time ends, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 indicating that the break time has ended (step S16). The environmental control system 1 also displays the remaining time until arrival at the destination on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S17). The screen in Figure 7(f) shows that the break time has ended and that the remaining time until arrival is 25 minutes. The remaining time until arrival is not limited to text information but may also be displayed visually using an indicator.

[0083] Next, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 for the user to input the action they are about to take (step S18). For example, as shown in Figure 7(f), the information terminal 10 displays a screen that allows the user to choose whether to take a break or to work. In this example, an example is shown where the user has chosen to work.

[0084] Next, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 that accepts input information for setting the schedule information is (step S19). For example, as shown in Figure 7(g), the information terminal 10 displays a screen that accepts input information for determining the length of the work time. In this example, an example where the work time is set to 15 minutes is shown. In step S19, in addition to the length of the work time, information indicating the number of tasks and the timing of the tasks may also be entered. Note that if all schedules for travel time T1 have been set at departure, steps S18 and S19 do not need to be executed.

[0085] The environmental control system 1 calculates schedule information is based on the input information and displays the schedule information is on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S20). Figure 7(h) shows that the work time is 15 minutes from now.

[0086] During the work time, the environmental control system 1 displays the remaining work time on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S21). The screen in Figure 7(i) shows that there are 5 minutes of work time remaining. The remaining work time is not limited to text information, but may also be displayed visually using an indicator. As shown in Figure 7(i), the environmental control system 1 may also display a screen on the information terminal 10 to confirm whether to stop the work midway or whether to extend the work time. The environmental control system 1 may also display the time until arrival at the destination on the screen of the information terminal 10. Figure 7(i) shows an example where the user extended the work.

[0087] The environmental control system 1 again displays a screen on the information terminal 10 that accepts input information for setting the schedule information is (step S22). For example, as shown in Figure 7(j), the information terminal 10 displays a screen that accepts input information for determining the extension time of the work. In this example, an example is shown where the extension time of the work is set to 10 minutes.

[0088] During the extension of the work time, the environmental control system 1 displays the remaining work time on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S23). Figure 7(k) shows that 10 minutes of work time remain. As shown in Figure 7(k), the environmental control system 1 may also display a screen on the information terminal 10 to confirm whether to stop the work midway or whether to further extend the work time. The environmental control system 1 may also display the time remaining until arrival at the destination on the screen of the information terminal 10.

[0089] When the work time is finished, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 indicating that the work time has ended (step S24). Also, when the work time is finished, the environmental control system 1 displays the time remaining until arrival at the destination on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S25). The screen in Figure 7(l) shows that the work time has ended and that the time remaining until arrival is 3 minutes.

[0090] When the mobile object 5 arrives at its destination, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 indicating that it has arrived at its destination (step S26). The screen in Figure 7(m) shows that the mobile object 5 has arrived at its destination.

[0091] By performing these steps, the environmental control system 1 can control the environment of the living room 6 according to the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 and the user's schedule.

[0092] [Another example of how an environmental control system operates] The operation of the environmental control system 1 when a user performs work and rest in sequence will be explained with reference to Figures 8 and 9.

[0093] Figure 8 shows an example of the operation of the environmental control system 1 when a user performs work and rest in sequence. Figure 9 shows an example of the screen displayed on the information terminal 10.

[0094] Figure 8 shows the operation of the environmental control system 1, specifically the operation of displaying various information on the information terminal 10. Figures 9(a) to (j) show the screens of the information terminal 10 corresponding to the operation in Figure 8 in chronological order.

[0095] The environmental control system 1 displays a screen for inputting a destination on the information terminal 10 (step S31). Upon receiving an input regarding the destination, the environmental control system 1 calculates the travel time T1 from the current location to the destination and displays the travel time T1 on the information terminal 10. When calculating the travel time T1, the environmental control system 1 may calculate the travel time T1 based on information regarding the departure point and destination, as well as traffic information. When calculating the travel time T1, the environmental control system 1 may calculate the travel time T1 based on the travel history information of the moving object 5. Figure 9(a) shows that the travel time T1 to the destination is 70 minutes.

[0096] Next, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 for the user to input the action they are about to take (step S32). For example, as shown in Figure 9(b), the information terminal 10 displays a screen that allows the user to choose whether to take a break or to work. In this example, an example is shown where the user has chosen to work.

[0097] Next, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 that accepts input information for setting the schedule information is (step S33). For example, as shown in Figure 9(c), the information terminal 10 displays a screen that accepts input information for determining the length of the work time. In this example, an example where the work time is set to 30 minutes is shown. In step S33, in addition to the length of the work time, information indicating the number of times the work is performed and the timing of the work may also be entered.

[0098] The environmental control system 1 calculates schedule information is based on the input information and displays the schedule information is on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S34). The screen in Figure 9(d) shows that the work time is 30 minutes from now.

[0099] During the work time, the environmental control system 1 displays the remaining work time on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S35). The screen in Figure 9(e) shows that 15 minutes of work time remain. As shown in Figure 9(e), the environmental control system 1 may also display a screen on the information terminal 10 to confirm whether to stop the work midway or whether to extend the work time. The environmental control system 1 may also display the time remaining until arrival at the destination on the screen of the information terminal 10.

[0100] When the work time is finished, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 indicating that the work time has ended (step S36). Also, when the work time is finished, the environmental control system 1 displays the time remaining until arrival at the destination on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S37). The screen in Figure 9(f) shows that the work time has ended and that the time remaining until arrival is 40 minutes.

[0101] Next, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 for the user to input the action they are about to take (step S38). For example, as shown in Figure 9(f), the information terminal 10 displays a screen that allows the user to choose whether to take a break or to work. In this example, an example is shown where the user has chosen to take a break.

[0102] Next, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 that accepts input information for setting the schedule information is (step S39). For example, as shown in Figure 9(g), the information terminal 10 displays a screen that accepts input information for determining the length of the break time. In this example, an example where the break time is set to 40 minutes is shown. In step S39, in addition to the length of the break time, information indicating the number of breaks and the timing of the breaks may also be entered. Note that if all schedules for travel time T1 have been set at departure, steps S38 and S39 do not need to be executed.

[0103] The environmental control system 1 calculates schedule information is based on the input information and displays the schedule information is on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S40). Figure 9(h) shows that the break time is now 40 minutes.

[0104] During the break time, the environmental control system 1 displays the remaining break time on the screen of the information terminal 10 (step S41). The screen in Figure 9(i) shows that there are 5 minutes of break time remaining. As shown in Figure 9(i), the environmental control system 1 may also display a screen on the information terminal 10 to confirm whether or not to end the break midway. The environmental control system 1 may also display the time remaining until arrival at the destination on the screen of the information terminal 10.

[0105] When the break time ends, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 indicating that the break time has ended (step S42). When the mobile unit 5 arrives at its destination, the environmental control system 1 displays a screen on the information terminal 10 indicating that it has arrived at its destination (step S43). The screen in Figure 9(j) shows that the break time has ended and that the mobile unit 5 has arrived at its destination.

[0106] By performing these steps, the environmental control system 1 can control the environment of the living room 6 according to the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 and the user's schedule.

[0107] (Modification 1 of the embodiment) [Environmental control system configuration] The environmental control system 1A according to the first modified embodiment will be described. In this example, the control of the lighting device 61 when a user uses the living room 6 as a nap room will be described. In this embodiment, a nap means taking a short nap, specifically a short nap with a rest period of less than 30 minutes.

[0108] Figure 10 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the environmental control system 1A according to a modified example 1 of the embodiment.

[0109] The environmental control system 1A of Modification 1, like that of Embodiment 1, includes an information terminal 10, a calculation control unit 50, and an environment generation device 60. In Modification 1, the operation of the lighting device 61 of the environment generation device 60 will be described in detail.

[0110] The environmental control system 1A, based on the rest time in the schedule information is, illuminates the surface of the seat 7 where the user is seated, executing lighting modes such as a lighting mode to induce sleep at the start of the rest period, a lighting mode to induce a nap, and a lighting mode to wake up the user who is napping at the end of the rest period. In other words, by executing each lighting mode, the environmental control system 1A provides an environment that supports the user falling asleep and waking up the user who has fallen asleep.

[0111] The break time consists of a fixed lighting section, a first lighting control section, and a second lighting control section. The first lighting control section, the fixed lighting section, and the second lighting control section are arranged in this chronological order.

[0112] The constant lighting section is a section in which the light output of the lighting device 61 is approximately constant, and is the section in which users take a nap. The length of the constant lighting section is 20% or more of the length of the rest period. In addition, the maximum value of the sheet surface illuminance, which is the illuminance on the surface of the sheet 7 in the constant lighting section, is always less than 50 lx. However, the maximum value of the sheet surface illuminance may always be less than 40 lx, always less than 30 lx, always less than 20 lx, or always less than 10 lx.

[0113] Here, "approximately constant light output" means, for example, that the brightness on the sheet surface does not change for approximately 60 seconds, or that the brightness remains constant to the extent that the user does not perceive a change. A change in brightness of, for example, within ±10 lux over 60 seconds. A change in brightness of this magnitude is unlikely to disturb the user's sleep.

[0114] Here, seat surface illuminance refers to the illuminance on the surface of the seat 7 when the lighting device 61 is turned on. In particular, if the maximum value of the seat surface illuminance is always less than 50 lx, it refers to the seat surface illuminance in the head area. Seat surface illuminance in the head area refers to the illuminance on the surface of the seat 7 where the user's head is placed when the user is seated on the seat 7. In this embodiment, the seat surface illuminance in the head area is considered to be equivalent to the illuminance of the user's head when seated on the seat 7, i.e., the facial illuminance.

[0115] The first lighting control section is the section preceding the constant lighting section and is designed to encourage users to fall asleep. The first lighting control section includes a section in which the illuminance of the surface of the seat 7 is increased by 0.03 lx or more over 5 seconds, and a section in which the illuminance of the seat surface is decreased by 0.03 lx or more over 5 seconds. In other words, during the first lighting control section, the room space becomes brighter and darker, and this fluctuation of light is repeated periodically.

[0116] Furthermore, the average illuminance in the first lighting control section is 1.5 times or more the average illuminance in the constant lighting section. In other words, the section where users take naps (constant lighting section) is darker than the section designed to encourage sleep (first lighting control section), thus providing a suitable napping environment for the user in room 6.

[0117] The second lighting control section is the section following the constant lighting section and is designed to encourage users to become alert. Furthermore, the second lighting control section includes a section where the seat surface illuminance is increased by 10 lux or more over a 10-second period. The length of the second lighting control section is also limited to 35% or less of the rest period length.

[0118] Furthermore, the end of the second lighting control section roughly coincides with the end of the rest period. In other words, by placing the second lighting control section, which is designed to wake users up, in the latter half of the rest period, users can obtain efficient rest.

[0119] Furthermore, the sum of the length of the first lighting control section and the length of the constant lighting section is longer than the length of the second lighting control section. In this case, the first lighting control section, which is the section that encourages users to fall asleep, and the constant lighting section, which is the section where users take a nap, allow for a longer nap time. Therefore, even if the nap time is short, users can take as long a nap as possible and get rest.

[0120] Furthermore, the length of the constant lighting section is longer than the length of the first lighting control section. Since the constant lighting section is the period during which the user is napping, the calculation control unit 50 sets the constant lighting section to be longer than the first lighting control section. This allows the user to get as much rest as possible, even if their rest period is short, by maximizing their nap time.

[0121] The calculation control unit 50 acquires schedule information is from the input unit 11, generates lighting control instructions based on the acquired schedule information, and outputs the generated lighting control instructions to the lighting device 61. Specifically, the calculation control unit 50 changes the length of the constant lighting interval according to the length of the break time indicated in the acquired schedule information, and controls the lighting device 61 by outputting lighting control instructions corresponding to the changed constant lighting interval to the lighting device 61.

[0122] Furthermore, the calculation control unit 50 controls the lighting device 61 by outputting lighting control instructions to the lighting device 61 according to the first lighting control section. Specifically, the calculation control unit 50 changes the length of the first lighting control section according to the length of the break time indicated in the acquired schedule information, and controls the lighting device 61 by outputting lighting control instructions to the lighting device 61 according to the changed length of the first lighting control section.

[0123] Furthermore, the calculation control unit 50 controls the lighting device 61 by outputting lighting control instructions to the lighting device 61 according to the second lighting control section. Specifically, the calculation control unit 50 changes the length of the second lighting control section according to the length of the break time indicated in the acquired schedule information, and controls the lighting device 61 by outputting lighting control instructions to the lighting device 61 according to the changed length of the second lighting control section.

[0124] Furthermore, if the break time is less than 30 minutes, the calculation control unit 50 changes the length of the first lighting control section so that the first lighting control section is less than 5 minutes, and also changes the length of the second lighting control section so that the second lighting control section is less than 5 minutes. The calculation control unit 50 controls the lighting device 61 by outputting lighting control instructions to the lighting device 61 according to the changed lengths of the first lighting control section and the second lighting control section.

[0125] Furthermore, if the break time is 30 minutes or longer, the calculation control unit 50 changes the length of the first lighting control section so that the first lighting control section is 5 minutes or longer, and also changes the length of the second lighting control section so that the second lighting control section is 5 minutes or longer. The calculation control unit 50 controls the lighting device 61 by outputting lighting control instructions to the lighting device 61 according to the changed lengths of the first lighting control section and the second lighting control section.

[0126] Furthermore, the calculation control unit 50 may change the length of the first lighting control section so that it is less than 5 minutes when the break time is less than 30 minutes, and change the length of the first lighting control section so that it is 5 minutes or more when the break time is 30 minutes or more. In this case, the change in the first lighting control section when it is less than 5 minutes, and the change in the first lighting control section when it is 5 minutes or more, may be a change in which the calculation control unit 50 stretches or contracts the first lighting control section in the time axis direction according to the length of the break time. In this way, the calculation control unit 50 can finely adjust the first lighting control section by stretching or contracting the first lighting control section in the time axis direction when the break time is less than 30 minutes or when the break time is 30 minutes or more, so that there is continuity in the change in brightness and abrupt changes in brightness are suppressed. This makes it possible to suppress discomfort for the user when they are awake.

[0127] Furthermore, the calculation control unit 50 may change the length of the second lighting control section so that it is less than 5 minutes when the break time is less than 30 minutes, and change the length of the second lighting control section so that it is 5 minutes or more when the break time is 30 minutes or more. In this case, the change in the second lighting control section when it is less than 5 minutes and the change in the second lighting control section when it is 5 minutes or more may be changes that involve temporally stretching or contracting the second lighting control section in the time axis direction. In this way, by the calculation control unit 50 temporally stretching or contracting the second lighting control section when the break time is less than 30 minutes or when the break time is 30 minutes or more, the change in brightness is continuous and abrupt changes in brightness are suppressed. This makes it possible to suppress discomfort for the user when they are awake.

[0128] Furthermore, when the second lighting control interval is less than 5 minutes, the changes in the second lighting control interval do not need to have any temporal expansion or contraction or similarity relationship with the changes in the second lighting control interval when it is 5 minutes or longer. In this way, different lighting control may be performed in the second lighting control interval depending on whether it is less than 5 minutes or 5 minutes or longer. Since the way users take naps differs, discomfort during wakefulness can be suppressed by changing the method used to awaken users.

[0129] Furthermore, the calculation control unit 50 may turn off the operation of the lighting device 61 in either the first lighting control section or the second lighting control section. For example, if the rest period is too short, one of the first and second lighting control sections may be omitted to ensure sufficient time for the user to take a nap.

[0130] [Regarding the first lighting control section] The lighting device 61 may control the lighting at a constant period during the first lighting control section. That is, the lighting device 61 may, by receiving a lighting control instruction from the calculation control unit 50, alternately change the magnitude of the light output in a pulsating manner during the first lighting control section. In this case, during the first lighting control section, the seat surface will periodically experience fluctuations in light, causing the interior space to become brighter and darker. The length of the first lighting control section may also be an approximate integer multiple of the constant period.

[0131] Here, Figures 11A to 11E illustrate the brightness when the lighting is controlled at a constant cycle in the first lighting control section. Figures 11A to 11E illustrate, for example, the illuminance of the sheet surface.

[0132] First, Figure 11A shows the case where the light fluctuations are periodically repeated when the first lighting control interval is less than 5 minutes. As shown in Figure 11A, when the first lighting control interval is short, such as less than 5 minutes, the lighting device 61 may illuminate the sheet surface in a way that makes it repeatedly brighten and dim. Figure 11A illustrates light fluctuations for 5 periods, each period being 40 seconds long.

[0133] Next, Figure 11B shows the case where the light fluctuations are periodically repeated when the first lighting control interval is 5 minutes or longer. As shown in Figure 11B, when the first lighting control interval is long, such as 5 minutes or longer, the lighting device 61 may illuminate the sheet surface in a way that it repeatedly becomes brighter and darker. Figure 11B illustrates light fluctuations for 23 periods, with each period lasting 40 seconds.

[0134] Next, Figure 11C is another diagram showing the case where the light fluctuations are repeated periodically when the first lighting control interval is less than 5 minutes. As shown in Figure 11C, when the first lighting control interval is short, such as less than 5 minutes, the lighting device 61 may illuminate the sheet surface by repeatedly making it brighter and darker, so that the width of the light fluctuations gradually decreases over time. Figure 11C illustrates light fluctuations for 5 periods, each period being 40 seconds.

[0135] Next, Figure 11D is another diagram showing the case where the light fluctuations are repeated periodically when the first lighting control interval is 5 minutes or longer. As shown in Figure 11D, when the first lighting control interval is long, such as 5 minutes or longer, the lighting device 61 may illuminate the sheet surface while it repeatedly becomes brighter and darker, so that the amplitude of the light fluctuations gradually decreases over time. Figure 11D illustrates light fluctuations for 23 periods, with each period lasting 40 seconds.

[0136] As shown in Figures 11C and 11D, when lighting is used with a gradually decreasing fluctuation amplitude, users, when staying in a dark place such as room 6, will experience increased sensitivity to brightness in their eyes, a process known as dark adaptation. However, they will not perceive the fluctuations as too bright, and their sleep will be less likely to be disrupted.

[0137] Next, Figure 11E is yet another figure showing the case where the light fluctuations are periodically repeated when the first lighting control interval is 5 minutes or longer. As shown in Figure 11E, when the first lighting control interval is long, such as 5 minutes or longer, the lighting device 61 may illuminate the sheet surface in a way that it repeatedly becomes brighter and darker. As shown in Figure 11E, the time per cycle may be longer than in Figures 11A to 11D. Also, although not shown, the time per cycle may be shorter than in Figures 11A to 11D. Figure 11E illustrates the light fluctuations for 5 cycles, where each cycle is 180 seconds long.

[0138] Figures 11A to 11E are examples of the first lighting control section, and the first lighting control section is not limited to those shown in Figures 11A to 11E. Furthermore, the time per cycle and the number of cycles are not limited to this embodiment.

[0139] [Regarding the second lighting control section] Here, the illuminance of the sheet surface in the second lighting control section is illustrated in Figures 12A to 12F.

[0140] Figures 12A-12C, 12E, and 12F illustrate cases where the second lighting control section is longer than the second lighting control section in Figure 12D, while Figure 12D illustrates a case where the second lighting control section is shorter. Note that the lighting control in Figures 12A-12F is merely an example, and the environmental control system 1A is not limited to Figures 12A-12F.

[0141] First, Figure 12A shows the illuminance of the sheet surface in the second lighting control section when the second lighting control section is long. As shown in Figure 12A, when the second lighting control section is long, the lighting device 61 illuminates the sheet surface in such a way that the illuminance increases over time.

[0142] Next, Figure 12B is another diagram showing the illuminance of the sheet surface in the second lighting control section when the length of the second lighting control section is of a moderate length. As shown in Figure 12B, when the length of the second lighting control section is of a moderate length, the lighting device 61 illuminates the sheet surface in such a way that the illuminance increases at a steeper rate than in Figure 12A over time.

[0143] Next, Figure 12C is yet another figure showing the illuminance on the sheet surface in the second lighting control section when the second lighting control section is short. As shown in Figure 12C, when the second lighting control section is short, the lighting device 61 increases the illuminance on the sheet surface at an even steeper rate than in Figure 12B as time progresses.

[0144] Next, Figure 12D is yet another figure showing the illuminance of the sheet surface in the second lighting control section when the second lighting control section is very short. As shown in Figure 12D, when the second lighting control section is very short, the lighting device 61 illuminates the sheet surface in such a way that the illuminance increases at an even steeper rate over time than in Figure 12C.

[0145] Next, Figure 12E is another diagram showing the illuminance of the sheet surface in the second lighting control section when the length of the second lighting control section is of a moderate length. As shown in Figure 12E, the second lighting control section may have a 2-1 section in which the illuminance of the sheet surface increases very gradually, and a 2-2 section in which the illuminance of the sheet surface increases more steeply than in the 2-1 section. In this case, the lighting device 61 illuminates, but in the 2-1 section the illuminance of the sheet surface is very low, that is, the sheet surface is dark. Also, in the 2-2 section the illuminance of the sheet surface increases suddenly and becomes bright.

[0146] Next, Figure 12F is another diagram showing the illuminance of the sheet surface in the second lighting control section when the second lighting control section is long. As shown in Figure 12F, the second lighting control section may have a 2-1 section in which the illuminance of the sheet surface is gradually increased, and a 2-2 section in which the illuminance of the sheet surface is increased more rapidly than in the 2-1 section. In this case, in the 2-1 section, the illuminance of the sheet surface is low, that is, the sheet surface is dim. In the 2-2 section, the illuminance of the sheet surface increases rapidly and becomes bright.

[0147] In Figures 12A to 12D, if the user's nap time is short, the user may want to maximize their nap time. In this case, even if a lighting control interval like that in Figure 12A is set, the user may choose a lighting control with a shorter lighting control interval, such as those shown in Figures 12B and 12C.

[0148] Furthermore, in Figures 12E and 12F, by setting a longer second lighting control interval and having the lighting device 61 emit light so that the illuminance in the head area is low, it is expected that the user's sleep will be made lighter without waking the user. Then, by making the illuminance in the head area brighten a short time after the user's sleep becomes lighter, discomfort upon waking can be suppressed. As a result, problems such as increased discomfort for the user due to a sudden increase in seat surface illuminance when the user is in deep sleep are less likely to occur.

[0149] [Operation of the environmental control system according to the modified example 1] The operation of the environmental control system 1A according to a modified example 1 of the embodiment will be described.

[0150] Figure 13 shows an example of the operation of the environmental control system 1A according to a modified example of the embodiment 1.

[0151] First, the calculation control unit 50 acquires the rest time (S111).

[0152] Next, the calculation control unit 50 sets a first lighting control section, which is a section to encourage the user to fall asleep; a constant lighting section, which is a section in which the user takes a nap; and a second lighting control section, which is a section to encourage the user to wake up (S112).

[0153] For example, the calculation control unit 50 sets, or changes, the length of the first lighting control section, the length of the constant lighting section, and the length of the second lighting control section according to the rest period. Specifically, the calculation control unit 50 sets the average illuminance of the first lighting control section to 1.5 times or more the average illuminance of the constant lighting section. The calculation control unit 50 also sets the length of the constant lighting section to 20% or more of the rest period. The calculation control unit 50 also sets the length of the second lighting control section to 35% or less of the rest period. Furthermore, the calculation control unit 50 sets the length of the constant lighting section to be longer than the length of the first lighting control section. In addition, the calculation control unit 50 sets the sum of the lengths of the first lighting control section and the constant lighting section to be longer than the length of the second lighting control section.

[0154] Furthermore, the calculation control unit 50 sets the sheet surface illuminance for the first lighting control section, the sheet surface illuminance for the constant lighting section, and the sheet surface illuminance for the second lighting control section. Specifically, in the first lighting control section, the calculation control unit 50 sets a section in which the sheet surface illuminance is increased by 0.03 lx or more over 5 seconds, and a section in which the sheet surface illuminance is decreased by 0.03 lx or more over 5 seconds. The calculation control unit 50 also sets the maximum value of the sheet surface illuminance in the constant lighting section to always be less than 50 lx. In addition, the calculation control unit 50 sets a section in the second lighting control section in which the sheet surface illuminance is increased by 10 lx or more over 10 seconds.

[0155] In this manner, the calculation control unit 50 outputs lighting control instructions to the lighting device 61 for the set first lighting control section, constant lighting section, and second lighting control section, in this chronological order.

[0156] Next, when the lighting device 61 receives a lighting control instruction corresponding to the first lighting control section, it lights up in the first lighting control section with the lighting control corresponding to the lighting control instruction (S113). The first lighting control section includes a section in which the illuminance of the seat surface is increased by 0.03 lx or more over 5 seconds, and a section in which the illuminance of the seat surface is decreased by 0.03 lx or more over 5 seconds, making it easier for the user to fall asleep.

[0157] Next, when the lighting device 61 receives a lighting control instruction corresponding to a specific lighting section, it turns on the lights in that section with lighting control according to the lighting control instruction (S114). In the specific lighting section, the maximum illuminance of the seat surface is always kept below 50 lx, allowing the user to take a nap in a dimly lit environment.

[0158] Next, when the lighting device 61 receives a lighting control instruction corresponding to the second lighting control section, it turns on the lights in the second lighting control section with lighting control according to the lighting control instruction (S115). In the second lighting control section, the illuminance of the seat surface is increased to 10 lx or more in 10 seconds, allowing the user to get used to the light. As a result, users who are napping can wake up without feeling much discomfort.

[0159] (Modified example 2 of the embodiment) The configuration of the environmental control system 1B according to a modified example 2 of the embodiment will be described.

[0160] Figure 14 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the environmental control system 1B according to a modified example 2 of the embodiment.

[0161] The environmental control system 1B in Modification 2 comprises an information terminal 10 and a calculation control unit 50. In other words, the environmental control system 1B in Modification 2 is composed of the information terminal 10 and the calculation control unit 50, and the environment generation device 60 is not included in the environmental control system 1B. The environment generation device 60 in Modification 2 is controlled based on the control instruction signal s1 output from the environmental control system 1B.

[0162] The environmental control system 1B of the modified example 2 also controls the environment generation device 60 based on the travel time information im and schedule information is acquired by the calculation control unit 50. This makes it possible to control the environment of the living room 6 according to the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 and the user's schedule.

[0163] (Modification 3 of the embodiment) The configuration of the environmental control system 1C according to the third modified embodiment will be described.

[0164] Figure 15 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the environmental control system 1C according to a modified example 3 of the embodiment.

[0165] The environmental control system 1C of Modified Example 3 comprises an information terminal 10 and an environment generation device 60. The calculation control unit 50 is located inside the information terminal 10. In other words, the environmental control system 1C of Modified Example 3 is composed of the information terminal 10 and the environment generation device 60, with the information terminal 10 having the functions of the calculation control unit 50. The environment generation device 60 in Modified Example 3 is controlled based on a control instruction signal s1 output from the calculation control unit 50 of the information terminal 10. Alternatively, the environment generation device 60 may be controlled based on a control instruction signal output from the calculation control unit 50 of the information terminal 10 via the ECU.

[0166] The environmental control system 1C of the modified example 3 also controls the environment generation device 60 based on the travel time information im and schedule information is acquired by the calculation control unit 50. This makes it possible to control the environment of the living room 6 according to the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 and the user's schedule.

[0167] (summary) The environmental control system 1 according to this embodiment is an environmental control system that controls the environment of the living room 6 of a mobile body 5. The environmental control system 1 comprises a calculation control unit 50 that acquires travel time information im, which is information including the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5, and schedule information is of the user using the living room 6, and an environment generation device 60 provided in the living room 6. The environment generation device 60 is at least one of a lighting device 61 and a sound device 62. The calculation control unit 50 controls the environment generation device 60 based on the travel time information im and schedule information is.

[0168] In this way, the environmental control system 1 controls the environment generation device 60 based on the travel time information im and the schedule information is. This allows the environment of the living room 6 to be controlled according to the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 and the user's schedule.

[0169] Furthermore, the travel time T1 may be determined based on information regarding the departure and destination of the mobile object 5.

[0170] According to this, the environment generating device 60 can be controlled based on travel time information im, etc., determined based on the departure point and destination of the mobile body 5. This makes it possible to control the environment of the living room 6 according to the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5.

[0171] Furthermore, the schedule information is may also be information corresponding to the travel time of the mobile object 5.

[0172] According to this, the environment generating device 60 can be controlled based on schedule information is, etc., corresponding to the movement time of the mobile body 5. This makes it possible to control the environment of the living room 6 according to the user's schedule.

[0173] Furthermore, the schedule information IS includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods. The calculation control unit 50 may perform different controls on the environment generation device 60 depending on the user's rest and non-rest periods.

[0174] In this way, by applying different control to the environment generator 60 during rest periods and non-rest periods, it is possible to provide a room environment 6 that is suitable for both rest and non-rest periods. This allows the environment of the room 6 to be controlled according to the user's schedule.

[0175] Furthermore, information regarding breaks may include at least one piece of information such as the number of breaks, the timing of breaks, and the length of breaks.

[0176] According to this, it is possible to provide an environment in room 6 that corresponds to the number of breaks, the timing of breaks, and the length of breaks. This allows the environment of room 6 to be controlled according to the user's schedule.

[0177] Furthermore, information regarding non-break periods may include at least one piece of information such as the number of non-break periods, the timing of non-break periods, and the length of non-break periods.

[0178] According to this, the environment of the living room 6 can be provided according to the number of non-rest periods, the timing of non-rest periods, and the length of non-rest periods. This allows the environment of the living room 6 to be controlled according to the user's schedule.

[0179] Furthermore, the environmental control system 1 may also include an input unit 11 that receives information regarding the destination of the mobile body 5, and the input unit 11 may output the destination information to the calculation control unit 50.

[0180] According to this, based on the destination information received by the input unit 11, travel time information im can be acquired, and the environment generation device 60 can be controlled based on the travel time information im, etc. This makes it possible to control the environment of the living room 6 according to the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5.

[0181] Furthermore, the input unit 11 may receive input information for setting the schedule information is of the user using the living room 6, and output said input information to the calculation control unit 50.

[0182] According to this, schedule information is can be acquired based on the input information received by the input unit 11, and the environment generation device 60 can be controlled based on the schedule information is, etc. This makes it possible to control the environment of the living room 6 according to the user's schedule.

[0183] Furthermore, the input unit 11 may receive a change input to modify at least one of the travel time information im and the schedule information is, and the calculation control unit 50 may modify at least one of the travel time information im and the schedule information is based on the change input.

[0184] According to this, the environment generating device 60 can be controlled based on at least one of the modified travel time information im and schedule information is. This makes it possible to control the environment of the living room 6 according to the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 and the user's schedule.

[0185] Furthermore, the calculation control unit 50 may change the schedule information is in accordance with the change in the travel time information im.

[0186] According to this, the environment generating device 60 can be controlled based on the schedule information is which has been modified in accordance with the change in travel time. This makes it possible to control the environment of the living room 6 according to the travel time of the mobile body 5 and the user's schedule.

[0187] Furthermore, the schedule information includes information regarding the user's breaks and non-breaks. The calculation control unit 50 may change the user's break time according to the actual time spent non-breaking.

[0188] According to this, the environment generator 60 can be controlled based on the rest time, which has been modified according to the actual time spent without rest. This allows the environment of the living room 6 to be controlled according to the user's schedule.

[0189] Furthermore, the environmental control system 1 may also include a display unit 12 that displays travel time information im and schedule information is.

[0190] According to this, travel time information im and schedule information is can be presented to the user. Based on the travel time information im and schedule information is presented to the user, the environment generating device 60 can be controlled.

[0191] Furthermore, the environmental control system 1 may also notify users of information regarding their rest periods.

[0192] According to this, users can recognize information related to rest, and a suitable environment for resting in room 6 can be provided.

[0193] Furthermore, the environmental control system 1 may notify users of information regarding their non-rest status.

[0194] According to this, users can recognize information regarding non-rest periods, and a suitable environment for the user's non-rest period can be provided in the living room 6.

[0195] Furthermore, the living room 6 is provided with a seat 7 on which the user sits, and the environment generating device 60 includes a lighting device 61. The rest period has a constant lighting period, which is a period in which the light output of the lighting device 61 is approximately constant. The calculation control unit 50 changes the length of the constant lighting period according to the length of the rest period and outputs a lighting control instruction to the lighting device 61 according to the changed constant lighting period. The length of the constant lighting period is 20% or more of the length of the rest period, and the maximum value of the illuminance of the seat surface 7 in the constant lighting period may always be less than 50 lx.

[0196] According to this, by keeping the maximum illuminance on the seat surface below 50 lux in a designated illuminated area, a dimly lit environment can be provided to users. This allows users to take a nap. Furthermore, by making the designated illuminated area 20% or more of the total usage time, users can be guaranteed time to take a nap in a dimly lit environment.

[0197] Furthermore, the environment generating device 60 includes a lighting device 61. The rest period has a constant lighting period, which is a period in which the light output of the lighting device 61 is approximately constant; a first lighting control period, which is a period before the constant lighting period; and a second lighting control period, which is a period after the constant lighting period. The calculation control unit 50 changes the length of the constant lighting period according to the length of the rest period and outputs a lighting control instruction to the lighting device 61 according to the changed constant lighting period. The sum of the length of the first lighting control period and the length of the constant lighting period may be longer than the length of the second lighting control period.

[0198] According to this, even if a first lighting control section, a constant lighting section, and a second lighting control section are set during the rest period, the sum of the lengths of the first lighting control section and the constant lighting section is longer than the length of the second lighting control section. Therefore, it becomes possible to ensure that the period from when the user falls asleep to when the nap ends is as long as possible.

[0199] Furthermore, a seat 7 is provided in the living room 6 for the user to sit on. During non-rest periods, the minimum value of the seat surface illuminance, which is the illuminance on the surface of the seat 7, may always be 100 lx or more.

[0200] This ensures the minimum necessary brightness for users to work. This allows users to concentrate on their work during non-break times.

[0201] Furthermore, the environment generating device 60 may also include at least one of a blower 63 and an aroma diffuser 64.

[0202] According to this, for example, it is possible to provide an environment that includes air quality that promotes sleep, air quality that promotes alertness, or air quality that allows for concentration on work.

[0203] The environmental control system 1B according to this embodiment is an environmental control system that controls the environment of the living room 6 of the mobile unit 5. The environmental control system 1B includes a calculation control unit 50 that acquires travel time information im, which is information including the travel time T1 of the mobile unit 5, and schedule information is of the user using the living room 6. The calculation control unit 50 controls the lighting device 61 installed in the living room 6 based on the travel time information im and the schedule information is.

[0204] In this way, by controlling the lighting device 61 based on the travel time information im and the schedule information is, the environment of the living room 6 can be controlled according to the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 and the user's schedule.

[0205] The environmental control method according to this embodiment is an environmental control method for controlling the environment of a living room 6 of a mobile body 5, and includes the steps of: acquiring travel time information im, which is information including the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5; acquiring schedule information is of a user using the living room 6; and controlling a lighting device 61 provided in the living room 6 based on the travel time information im and the schedule information is.

[0206] In this way, by controlling the lighting device 61 based on the travel time information im and the schedule information is, the environment of the living room 6 can be controlled according to the travel time T1 of the mobile body 5 and the user's schedule.

[0207] (Other embodiments) The environmental control system relating to this disclosure has been described above based on the embodiments described above, but this disclosure is not limited to these embodiments. Various modifications to the embodiments that a person skilled in the art could conceive of may also be included in the scope of this disclosure, as long as they do not deviate from the spirit of this disclosure.

[0208] In the environmental control system according to the above embodiment, the rest period includes the first lighting control section, the constant lighting section, and the second lighting control section, but may also include other lighting control sections. Therefore, it is not limited to the first lighting control section, constant lighting section, and second lighting control section of the above embodiment.

[0209] Furthermore, in the environmental control system according to the above embodiment, the lighting device may have a color tuning function that changes the color of the light. The lighting device may perform color tuning control by obtaining a color tuning instruction from the calculation control unit. As a result, the lighting device can change the color of the light (color temperature or color) of the light it emits. Note that the lighting device only needs to have a color tuning function that changes the color of the light.

[0210] Furthermore, the arithmetic control unit and other components included in the environmental control system according to the above embodiment are typically implemented as LSIs, which are integrated circuits. These may be individually integrated into a single chip, or some or all of them may be integrated into a single chip.

[0211] Furthermore, integrated circuit implementation is not limited to LSIs; it may also be achieved using dedicated circuits or general-purpose processors. Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), which can be programmed after LSI manufacturing, or reconfigurable processors, which allow for the reconfiguration of the connections and settings of circuit cells within the LSI, may also be used.

[0212] In each of the above embodiments, each component may be implemented by dedicated hardware or by executing a software program suitable for each component. Each component may also be implemented by a program execution unit such as a CPU or processor reading and executing a software program recorded on a storage medium such as a hard disk or semiconductor memory.

[0213] Furthermore, all figures used above are illustrative to illustrate the present disclosure, and the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited to the figures exemplified.

[0214] Furthermore, the division of functional blocks in the block diagram is just one example; multiple functional blocks can be implemented as a single functional block, a single functional block can be divided into multiple parts, or some functions can be moved to other functional blocks. In addition, the functions of multiple functional blocks with similar functions can be processed in parallel or time-sharing by a single piece of hardware or software.

[0215] Furthermore, the order in which each step in the flowchart is performed is illustrative for the purpose of specifically illustrating this disclosure, and may be in a different order. Also, some of the above steps may be performed simultaneously (in parallel) with other steps.

[0216] Furthermore, this disclosure also includes forms obtained by applying various modifications to each of the above embodiments that a person skilled in the art could conceive, as well as forms realized by arbitrarily combining the components and functions of each embodiment without departing from the spirit of this disclosure.

[0217] The following describes the features of the environmental control system and environmental control method described based on the above embodiment. <Technology 1> An environmental control system for controlling the environment of a living space in a mobile vehicle, A calculation control unit that acquires travel time information, which includes the travel time of the moving object, and schedule information of the user using the room. An environmental generating device installed in the aforementioned living room, Equipped with, The aforementioned environment generating device is at least one of a lighting device and an acoustic device. The calculation control unit controls the environment generation device based on the travel time information and the schedule information. Environmental control system. <Technology 2> The travel time is determined based on information regarding the departure and destination of the moving object. The environmental control system described in Technology 1. <Technology 3> The aforementioned schedule information is information corresponding to the movement time of the moving object. An environmental control system as described in Technology 1 or 2. <Technology 4> The aforementioned schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods. The calculation control unit performs different controls on the environment generation device depending on whether the user is resting or not. An environmental control system described in any one of the following three technologies. <Technology 5> The information relating to the breaks includes at least one piece of information: the number of breaks, the timing of the breaks, and the length of the breaks. The environmental control system described in Technology 4. <Technology 6> The aforementioned information regarding non-breaks includes at least one piece of information: the number of non-breaks, the timing of non-breaks, and the length of non-breaks. The environmental control system described in Technology 4. <Technology 7> Furthermore, it includes an input unit that receives information regarding the destination of the moving object, The input unit outputs information regarding the destination to the calculation control unit. An environmental control system described in any one of the technologies 1 to 6. <Technology 8> The input unit receives input information for setting the schedule information of the user using the room, and outputs the input information to the calculation control unit. The environmental control system described in Technology 7. <Technology 9> The input unit receives a change input for changing at least one of the travel time information and the schedule information. The calculation control unit modifies at least one of the travel time information and the schedule information based on the change input. An environmental control system as described in Technology 7 or 8. <Technology 10> The calculation control unit changes the schedule information in accordance with the change in the travel time information. An environmental control system described in any one of the technologies 1 to 6. <Technology 11> The aforementioned schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods. The calculation control unit changes the user's rest time according to the actual time spent without rest. An environmental control system described in any one of the following three technologies. <Technology 12> Furthermore, it includes a display unit that displays the travel time information and the schedule information. An environmental control system described in any one of the technologies 1 to 6. <Technology 13> The environmental control system notifies the user of information regarding rest periods. The environmental control system described in Technology 4. <Technology 14> The environmental control system notifies the user of information regarding the user's non-rest status. The environmental control system described in Technology 4. <Technology 15> The aforementioned living room is provided with a seat on which the user sits. The environment generating device includes the lighting device, The aforementioned break time includes a constant lighting section, which is a section in which the light output of the lighting device remains substantially constant. The calculation control unit, Depending on the length of the aforementioned break time, the length of the lighting interval is changed. A lighting control instruction corresponding to the changed lighting interval is output to the lighting device. The length of the aforementioned illuminated section is 20% or more of the length of the aforementioned rest period. The maximum value of the sheet surface illuminance, which is the illuminance of the sheet surface in the aforementioned illuminated section, is always less than 50 lx. The environmental control system described in Technology 4. <Technology 16> The environment generating device includes the lighting device, The aforementioned rest period comprises a constant lighting section, which is a section in which the light output of the lighting device is substantially constant; a first lighting control section, which is a section before the constant lighting section; and a second lighting control section, which is a section after the constant lighting section. The calculation control unit, Depending on the length of the aforementioned break time, the length of the lighting interval is changed. A lighting control instruction corresponding to the changed lighting interval is output to the lighting device. The sum of the length of the first lighting control section and the length of the constant lighting section is longer than the length of the second lighting control section. The environmental control system described in Technology 4. <Technology 17> The aforementioned living room is provided with a seat on which the user sits. During the aforementioned non-rest period, the minimum value of the sheet surface illuminance, which is the illuminance on the surface of the sheet, is always 100 lx or more. The environmental control system described in Technology 4. <Technology 18> The aforementioned environment generating device further includes at least one of a blower and an aroma diffuser. An environmental control system described in any one of the technologies 1-17. <Technology 19> An environmental control system for controlling the environment of a living space in a mobile vehicle, The system includes a calculation and control unit that acquires travel time information, which includes the travel time of the moving object, and schedule information of the user using the room. The calculation control unit controls the lighting device installed in the room based on the travel time information and the schedule information. Environmental control system. <Technology 20> An environmental control method for controlling the environment of a living space in a mobile vehicle, The steps include: obtaining travel time information which includes the travel time of the aforementioned moving object; The steps include obtaining schedule information of users who use the aforementioned room, A step of controlling a lighting device installed in the living room based on the aforementioned travel time information and the aforementioned schedule information, An environmental control method including [Explanation of symbols]

[0218] 1, 1A, 1B, 1C Environmental Control System 5 Mobile Unit 6 Room 7 sheets 10 Information terminals 11 Input section 12 Display section 50. Arithmetic Control Unit 60 Environment generator 61 Lighting equipment 62 Sound equipment 63 Blower 64 Air freshener im Travel time information is Schedule Information s1 Control instruction signal T1, T2 travel time

Claims

1. An environmental control system for controlling the environment of a living space in a mobile vehicle, A calculation control unit that acquires travel time information, which includes the travel time of the moving object, and schedule information of the user using the room. An environmental generating device installed in the aforementioned living room, Equipped with, The aforementioned environment generating device is at least one of a lighting device and an acoustic device. The aforementioned schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods. The schedule information relating to the break includes information regarding the break time, which indicates the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of sleep and meditation. The schedule information relating to non-breaks includes information relating to non-break times, indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of work, studying, reading, and playing games. The calculation control unit controls the environment generation device based on the travel time information and the schedule information, and further controls the environment generation device differently during rest periods and non-rest periods. Environmental control system.

2. The travel time is determined based on information regarding the departure and destination of the moving object. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

3. The aforementioned schedule information is information corresponding to the movement time of the moving object. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

4. The information relating to breaks includes at least one piece of information: the number of breaks, the timing of breaks, and the length of breaks. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

5. The aforementioned information regarding non-breaks includes at least one piece of information: the number of non-breaks, the timing of non-breaks, and the length of non-breaks. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

6. Furthermore, it includes an input unit that receives information regarding the destination of the moving object, The input unit outputs information regarding the destination to the calculation control unit. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

7. The input unit receives input information for setting the schedule information of the user using the room, and outputs the input information to the calculation control unit. The environmental control system according to claim 6.

8. The input unit receives a change input for changing at least one of the travel time information and the schedule information. The calculation control unit modifies at least one of the travel time information and the schedule information based on the change input. The environmental control system according to claim 6.

9. The calculation control unit changes the schedule information in accordance with the change in the travel time information. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

10. Furthermore, it includes a display unit that displays the travel time information and the schedule information. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

11. The environmental control system notifies the user of information regarding rest periods. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

12. The environmental control system notifies the user of information regarding the user's non-rest status. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

13. The aforementioned living room is provided with a seat on which the user sits. The environment generating device includes the lighting device, The aforementioned break time includes a constant lighting section, which is a section in which the light output of the lighting device remains substantially constant. The calculation control unit, Depending on the length of the aforementioned break time, the length of the lighting interval is changed. A lighting control instruction corresponding to the changed lighting interval is output to the lighting device. The length of the aforementioned illuminated section is 20% or more of the length of the aforementioned rest period. The maximum value of the sheet surface illuminance, which is the illuminance of the sheet surface in the aforementioned illuminated section, is always less than 50 lx. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

14. The environment generating device includes the lighting device, The aforementioned rest period comprises a constant lighting section, which is a section in which the light output of the lighting device is substantially constant; a first lighting control section, which is a section before the constant lighting section; and a second lighting control section, which is a section after the constant lighting section. The calculation control unit, Depending on the length of the aforementioned break time, the length of the lighting interval is changed. A lighting control instruction corresponding to the changed lighting interval is output to the lighting device. The sum of the length of the first lighting control section and the length of the constant lighting section is longer than the length of the second lighting control section. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

15. The aforementioned living room is provided with a seat on which the user sits. During the aforementioned non-rest period, the minimum value of the sheet surface illuminance, which is the illuminance on the surface of the sheet, is always 100 lx or more. The environmental control system according to claim 1.

16. The aforementioned environment generating device further includes at least one of a blower and an aroma diffuser. An environmental control system according to any one of claims 1 to 15.

17. An environmental control system for controlling the environment of a living space in a mobile vehicle, A calculation control unit that acquires travel time information, which includes the travel time of the moving object, and schedule information of the user using the room. An environmental generating device installed in the aforementioned living room, Equipped with, The aforementioned environment generating device is at least one of a lighting device and an acoustic device. The calculation control unit controls the environment generation device based on the travel time information and the schedule information. The aforementioned schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods. The schedule information relating to the break includes information regarding the break time, which indicates the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of sleep and meditation. The schedule information relating to non-breaks includes information relating to non-break times, indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of work, studying, reading, and playing games. Furthermore, the calculation control unit changes the user's rest time according to the actual time spent without rest. Environmental control system.

18. An environmental control system for controlling the environment of a living space in a mobile vehicle, The system includes a calculation and control unit that acquires travel time information, which includes the travel time of the moving object, and schedule information of the user using the room. The aforementioned schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods. The schedule information relating to the break includes information regarding the break time, which indicates the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of sleep and meditation. The schedule information relating to non-breaks includes information relating to non-break times, indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of work, studying, reading, and playing games. The calculation control unit controls the lighting device installed in the room based on the travel time information and the schedule information, and further controls the lighting device differently during rest periods and non-rest periods. Environmental control system.

19. An environmental control method for controlling the environment of a living space in a mobile vehicle, The steps include: obtaining travel time information which includes the travel time of the aforementioned moving object; The steps include obtaining schedule information of users who use the aforementioned room, A step of controlling a lighting device installed in the living room based on the aforementioned travel time information and the aforementioned schedule information, Includes, The aforementioned schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods. The schedule information relating to the break includes information regarding the break time, which indicates the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of sleep and meditation. The schedule information relating to non-breaks includes information relating to non-break times, indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of work, studying, reading, and playing games. In the step of controlling the lighting device, the lighting device is controlled based on the travel time information and the schedule information, and further, different controls are performed on the lighting device during the break time and the non-break time. Environmental control methods.

20. An environmental control method for controlling the environment of a living space of a mobile body, The steps include: obtaining travel time information which includes the travel time of the aforementioned moving object; The steps include obtaining schedule information of users who use the aforementioned room, A step of controlling a lighting device installed in the living room based on the aforementioned travel time information and the aforementioned schedule information, Includes, The aforementioned schedule information includes information regarding the user's rest and non-rest periods. The schedule information relating to the break includes information regarding the break time, which indicates the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of sleep and meditation. The schedule information relating to non-breaks includes information relating to non-break times, indicating the time from when the user starts and finishes at least one of work, studying, reading, and playing games. In the step of controlling the lighting device, the user's rest time is changed according to the actual time spent without a rest. Environmental control methods.

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