Wall-mounted light switch with vibrating alert mechanism.

Abstract

The invention relates to a vibrating wall-mounted light switch (A) which includes a button (1), housing (2), circuit box (3) and a vibration unit (4), designed specifically for ease of use by visually impaired individuals. When the button (1) is pressed by the user, the vibration unit (4) produces short and / or long vibrations depending on the operating status of the lighting, allowing the user to detect whether the light is on or off with tactile feedback without the need for visual verification.

Description

1 TARIFF Wall-mounted light switch with vibrating alert mechanism. TECHNICAL FIELD The invention relates to wall-mounted light switches used for controlling lighting in interior spaces. It is related. The invention is particularly useful for providing the user with haptic / vibrational feedback, especially for the visually impaired. A vibrating light switch that makes it easier for individuals to perceive when the light is turned on and off. 10 It is related to. STATE OF THE ART Light switches have been a basic appliance used in homes, offices, and public spaces for many years. They are electrical installation components. Traditional switches are generally mechanical push-button switches. It operates using a translation mechanism, providing the user with only visual and partially auditory input. (The clicking sound of the key) provides feedback. This is beneficial for visually impaired individuals. This presents significant usability difficulties. The user must choose the on or off position of the switch. Because they cannot perceive it visually, they have difficulty understanding whether the lighting is on or off. 20 It is able to take pictures. Several assistive solutions have been developed to help visually impaired people overcome this problem. These include: The first type is keycaps with Braille embossing or buttons with markings on them. This type... Although tactile cues make it easier to find the location of the switch, the user also needs to be aware of the light's position. It does not provide information on whether it is actually burning or not. Another known approach is, These are systems that provide auditory feedback. For example, some smart home solutions provide feedback when a switch is pressed. It provides voice confirmation or status information via the mobile application. However... Auditory feedback is insufficient in noisy environments or for people with hearing impairments. It is known that constant audible notifications are also annoying, especially in residential use. It can be found. Accessible pedestrian crossing buttons and traffic light control units used in public spaces, It provides haptic feedback to make it easier for visually impaired people to use. It has offered solutions. These devices demonstrate that the signaling is in proper working order. 35 This produces a noticeable vibration on the button surface. However, such solutions are generally... Large-sized, high-strength outdoor equipment suitable for residential or indoor use. 2 It is not used in light switches. However, it is used in indoor wall-mounted light switches. Providing a specially designed vibrating feedback mechanism for the visually impaired. There is no universally accepted solution. A literature search on the known state of the art revealed five entries with the designation “US6982630B2”. A patent document has been identified, and the subject matter of that document is briefly as follows: traffic. a standard traffic light of the type used to control vehicle traffic With a vibrating button station that will be connected to the signaling system, visually impaired people can be guided by vibrations. informing, the pedestrian walking signal is activated with a vibration when the button is pressed for the first time. This structure provides a solution for street traffic lights. 10 In conclusion, the current technology allows visually impaired individuals to independently control lighting. It provides limited support for their ability to do so. Braille covers are only for location finding. While helpful, auditory feedback has limitations in terms of ease of use. Outdoor Vibrational feedback used in signaling systems is also used in indoor lighting. 15 This has not been applied to the switches. Therefore, it is not possible for visually impaired people to know whether the light is actually turned on or not. integrated into the wall-mounted light switch, which directly indicates whether the light is off or not. A solution providing a vibrating feedback system is not sufficient within the current technology. unmet THE PURPOSE OF THE INVENTION The present invention meets the aforementioned requirements while eliminating all disadvantages. This relates to the vibrating lighting switch, which removes vibrations and offers some additional advantages. The main purpose of the invention is to enable visually impaired individuals to use indoor lighting systems independently and The goal is to ensure they can use it safely. In existing key solutions, visual or Since auditory feedback is prioritized, turning the light on and off is only done in a limited way. This can be perceived. This situation causes errors in lighting control for visually impaired users. This leads to them having to do it themselves or needing additional help. 30 The purpose of the invention is to show the user the position of the switch and the actual operating status of the lighting. A vibrating electrical switch emerged in which feedback is given via vibrating (tactile) feedback. The aim is to place it so that the user can see whether the light is turned on or off without needing visual perception. He can directly sense that it's closing. 35 3 Another purpose of the invention is to provide different types of feedback for visually impaired individuals through haptic feedback. An electrical switch emerged that could distinguish between different states (on, off, fault, power outage, etc.). to place. The structural and characteristic features and all the advantages of the invention are given in the figures below and in these 5 Thanks to the detailed explanation written with references to the figures, it becomes clearer. This will be understood, and therefore the evaluation will also take these forms and detailed explanations into account. It must be done by taking it. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES 10 The best way to utilize the advantages of the existing invention, together with its structure and additional elements. For it to be understood, it must be considered together with the figures explained below. Figure – 1; General description of the wall-mounted vibrating light on / off switch, the subject of the invention. 15 It is the appearance. REFERENCE NUMBERS A. Vibrating wall-mounted light switch 20 1. Button 2. Body 3. Circuit box 4. Vibration unit The drawings do not necessarily need to be scaled and are necessary for understanding the invention. Details that are not present may have been overlooked. Furthermore, at least to a large extent... Elements that are identical or at least have substantially identical functions are numbered the same. It is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION In this detailed description, the preferred vibrating wall-mounted light switch (A) that is the subject of the invention is described. These structures are designed solely for the purpose of better understanding the subject and without any limiting influence. It is explained in a way that will not create. 35 4 The invention relates to a vibrating wall-mounted control system for controlling lighting circuits in interior spaces. It relates to the light switch (A). Basically, it is the result of the user's switching action. It provides a tactile warning indicating (whether the lighting is actually on or off). The structure, front a button (1) touched by the user and the body (2) that carries it, the aforementioned body (2) The system, located in a wall cavity at the rear, has 5 electrical and electronic components. circuit box (3) of the circuit elements that are managed and body (2) to produce vibration It contains a connected vibration unit (4) (Figure-1). The user places their finger on the button (1) and performs the switching action. The circuit The control unit inside the box (3) controls the lighting with the physical / analog signal from the button (1). It switches the circuit on / off. During this time, the vibration unit (4) provides the following tactile It produces one of its warnings; two short vibration pulses in the open position, one in the closed position. Long pulsed vibration, fault / failed switching: a distinguishable pattern such as short-short-long. Warning. Here, the vibration unit (4) switches the light on with different vibration patterns and / or durations. It notifies the user in a way that distinguishes between shutdown and malfunction situations. 15 Vibration gives the user a clear, quiet and short feedback via the button (1) under the finger. It is sent as a notification. The subject of this is a vibrating wall-mounted light switch (A) innovation, the subject of the vibration unit (4) There is at least one low-power vibration motor. 20 The scope of protection in this application is defined in the claims section and is explicitly stated above. The examples given cannot be limited to those that a technically skilled person demonstrates in the invention. the innovation introduced can be created by using similar structures and / or this It is clear that the structure can be applied to other areas with similar purposes using the relevant technique. 25 Therefore, such structures foster innovation and, in particular, surpass the known state of technology. It is also obvious that it will lack this criterion.

Claims

REQUESTS 1. The invention is a device with a front panel designed to switch an electrical circuit on and off, allowing the user to... a button (1) that it touches and the body (2) that carries it, the aforementioned body (2) rear 5 of the circuit elements that manage the system located within the wall cavity. The vibrating wall-mounted light switch (A) is located in the circuit box (3) and its feature is; • The light status (on / off) is changed by the user touching the button (1) at least one integrated device to notify the user as a haptic alert It is characterized by having a vibration unit (4). 10 2. A vibrating wall-mounted light switch (A) conforming to Claim 1, whose feature is; mentioned above. The vibration unit (4) must contain at least one vibration motor.

3. A vibrating wall-mounted light switch (A) conforming to Claim 1, and its feature is; the aforementioned 15 The light can be switched on with different vibration patterns and / or durations of the vibration unit (4). It will notify the user in a way that distinguishes between shutdown and malfunction situations. It contains signals.