AUGMENTED REALITY BEACONTROLLER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM WITH MICROCONTROLLED SELECTIVE LIGHTING
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- TR · TR
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ATATÜRK ÜNİVERSİTESİ FİKRİ MÜLKİYET HAKLARI KOORDİNATÖRLÜĞÜ DÖNER SERMAYE İŞLETMESİ
- Filing Date
- 2026-04-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-22
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Abstract
Description
1 TARIFF ENHANCED BY MICROCONTROLLER-CONTROLLED SELECTIVE LIGHTING REALITY POINTER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Technical Area The invention relates to hardware-assisted interactive display and optical control systems. in the field, a microcontroller-based control circuit with a random selection loop Triggering working lighting elements and augmented reality applications 10 an optical mechanism with a semi-transparent surface designed for and a physical semiconductor by controlling light sources inside the body via input element augmented reality markers hardware located behind the permeable surface with a device that enables it to be detected in a controlled and selective manner It is related. 15 State of the Art Materials used to trigger augmented reality applications. typically printed cards, book pages, or static images that are constantly visible. These markers are in the form of QR codes. In these systems, the markers are always visible. and there is no physical control mechanism over its visibility. In current solutions, elements of randomness and gamification are only software-based. This is provided as a hardware-controlled connection between the physical environment and the software. 25 No interaction is established. This situation is due to multiple augmented reality elements present in the physical environment. The visibility of reality markers is selectively controlled via electronic hardware. And the fact that it cannot be controlled randomly reveals a technical problem. Purpose of the Invention 30 The invention introduces a new approach to this field, different from the structures currently used in the technology. the creation of a structure with different technical features that brings about innovation It aims to... 2 The primary purpose of the invention is to create augmented reality in a physical environment. The goal is to manage the visibility of markers in a hardware-controlled and selective manner. Another purpose of the invention is to integrate microcontrollers, lighting elements, and semi-transparent devices. The goal is to provide a system where the surface works in an integrated manner. 5 Another purpose of the invention is augmented reality located beneath a semi-transparent surface. to prevent markers from being detected under normal conditions and only select ones The goal is to make the marker visible. Another aim of the invention is to create a random selection loop through a physical trigger. The goal is to initiate and control the operation of the lighting elements. Another aim of the invention is to increase the volume in a single randomly selected compartment. 15 The reality marker becomes detectable by mobile device cameras The goal is to ensure its delivery. Another purpose of the invention is to provide light through lighting elements and separating plates. The purpose of insulation is to allow visibility only of the active compartment. Another purpose of the invention is to enable augmented reality applications with hardware. The goal is to ensure that it is triggered in an interactive and controlled manner. The structural and characteristic features and all the advantages of the invention are given below. detailed explanation written with figures and references to these figures 25 This will make it clearer, and therefore the evaluation will also be based on this. This should be done taking into account the figures and detailed explanations. Technical Effects Provided by the Invention Thanks to the invention; • Augmented reality beacons, unlike continuously visible systems, are only It is selectively made visible via hardware control. 3 • Thanks to the optical barrier provided by the semi-transparent surface, in the passive state The detection of the markers is prevented. • Microcontroller-controlled lighting illuminates only a specific area. By ensuring the visibility of the marker, incorrect or unwanted scans can be prevented. This can be prevented. 5 • Hardware-controlled random selection instead of software-based randomness Physical interaction is increased by carrying out these activities. • Optical isolation is achieved by preventing light from passing between the compartments, and The accuracy of the system is increased. Figures that will help understand the invention. Figure 1 shows augmented reality with microcontroller-controlled selective lighting. the indicator of the overall structure and components of the device belonging to the management system It is a representation. 15 Drawings do not necessarily need to be scaled and are useful for understanding the existing invention. Details that are not necessary may have been omitted. Furthermore, the most important... functions that are at least substantially identical or at least substantially identical The elements that are present are indicated by the same number. 20 Explanations of Figure References 1. Main Body 2. Semi-Permeable Surface 25 3. Protective Sheet 4. Separating Plates 5. Microcontroller Board 6. Connection Cables 7. Power Input 30 8. Lighting Elements (LED) 9. Button 10. Augmented Reality Pointer 11. Power Cable 4 Detailed Description of the Invention In this detailed description, the preferred configurations of the invention are presented, only in relation to the subject matter. for better understanding and without creating any limiting effects 5 This is explained as follows. Invention: augmented reality beacon with microcontroller-controlled selective illumination. It relates to the management system and is located under a semi-permeable surface. 10 multiple augmented reality beacons controlled by a microcontroller made visible selectively and randomly through lighting elements It presents a structure based on the principle of bringing it about. As shown in Figure 1, the microcontroller-controlled selector that is the subject of this invention Augmented reality beacon management system with lighting, main body (1), semi 15 permeable surface (2), protective plate (3), separator plates (4), microcontroller board (5), connection cables (6), power input (7), lighting elements (LED) (8), button (9), augmented reality beacon (10) and power cable (11) It consists of many components. Main body (1) forms the physical skeleton of the system and contains all electronics and optics It is a structure that contains the components. The main body (1) in question, inside control panel and multiple sub-sections where augmented reality markers are placed It is structured to include compartments. Thanks to this structure, the lighting... The mixing of light produced by the elements is prevented, and the system 25 Light insulation is provided inside. In addition, the main body (1) is protected from external environmental factors. It contributes to optical concealment by reducing the effects of unwanted light. The semi-transparent surface (2) is located at the top of the viewing chamber. It is designed with a black glass or plexiglass structure. This surface is system passive 30 augmented reality markers (10) located in the sub-sections while in this state This prevents it from being detected from the outside, but when the interior lighting is activated... It only allows the marker in the illuminated compartment to be visible. The semi-permeable surface (2) is also removable and has markers underneath. It allows for modification. The protective plate (3) is an opaque structure that covers the control compartment. Protect the microcontroller board (5) and other circuit elements from external factors. It protects. It also connects the control panel to the viewing panel. By preventing unwanted light from passing through, it contributes to the optical performance of the system. It offers. Dividing plates (4) are structural panels that divide the viewing compartment into multiple sub-compartments. These are the elements. These panels show the lighting elements located in each sub-section. (8) optical insulation by preventing the light it emits from passing into adjacent compartments This provides augmented reality only in the activated section. It becomes possible for the marker (10) to be visible. The microcontroller board (5) is the central control unit of the system and is located in the control compartment. It is positioned. The microcontroller board (5) receives the signal via the button (9). by processing user input, using the defined randomization algorithm. It operates and controls the lighting elements (8). Within this scope, lighting elements are switched on randomly for a specific period of time and 20 it switches off and ultimately only activates the lighting of a single sub-compartment. It leaves it in that state. Connection cables (6), microcontroller board (5), lighting elements (8), button They are conductive elements that provide the electrical connection between (9) and the power input (7). 25 Through these cables, electrical current and signals within the system are transmitted safely and securely. It is being transmitted regularly. The power input (7) is the interface that supplies power to the system from an external power source. 30 required for the operation of the microcontroller board (5) and lighting elements (8) It transmits electrical energy to the circuit. Lighting elements (8) are located in each sub-section. selectively in accordance with the command from the microcontroller board (5) 6 These lighting elements (8) are burning under the semi-transparent surface (2). making the augmented reality markers (10) that are in the dark visible It forms the light source that provides light. The button (9) is a physical input element located on the outer surface of the system. 5 defined on the microcontroller board (5) when activated by the user It initiates a random selection cycle. Augmented reality markers (10) are placed at the base of each sub-section. It is a digital element in the form of a QR code that triggers the relevant augmented reality content. 10 With the activation of the lighting elements (8), the semi-transparent surface (2) becomes visible through and by mobile device cameras It is perceptible. The power cable (11) connects the external power supply to the system via the power input (7). It is a conductive element and provides the necessary energy transmission for the system to operate. The operating principle of the system is as follows: The system is powered via the power cable (11). It is powered by connecting to the input (7). By pressing the button (9) of the user The microcontroller board (5) is activated and 20 on the lighting elements (8). A random blinking cycle is initiated. At the end of this cycle, only random blinking will occur. The lighting of a selected sub-compartment remains active. Under the semi-transparent surface (2) While the augmented reality markers (10) found are normally invisible, illuminated The marker located in the compartment becomes visible. The user can then use their mobile device camera. Scanning this marker provides access to the relevant augmented reality content. 25 The production method and procedural steps of the system described in the invention are outlined below: First The main body (1) is formed by cutting from wood material and the inner part light-insulated base where the control compartment and lighting elements (8) will be placed It is divided into compartments. At this stage, the compartments are divided by placing divider plates (4). Optical isolation is provided between them, and the main body is for the button (9) and power input (7). (1) Suitable holes are drilled on it. 7 Next, the microcontroller board (5) is fixed to the control compartment, lighting The elements (8) are placed in each sub-section. Microcontroller board (5), lighting elements (8), button (9) and power input (7), connection cables (6) and The necessary circuit components are joined together by soldering. It is connected. 5 In the next stage, the lighting elements (8) are placed randomly and in a controlled manner. microcontroller board (5) which contains the control software algorithm that enables it to work It is being loaded onto it. Then augmented reality markers (10) illuminated sub-compartments They are secured by being placed on their bases. In the final stage, the control compartment is covered with a protective plate (3), The upper part of the section containing the augmented reality markers is semi-transparent 15 It is covered with surface (2). The semi-transparent surface (2) can be mounted in a removable manner. The production process is completed in this way.
Claims
8 REQUESTS 1. Invention: Hardware-assisted interactive display and optical control systems. in the field, a microcontroller-based control circuit, random selection Lighting elements that work with a cycle and augmented reality 5 an optical system with a semi-transparent surface designed to trigger its applications It is a system containing a mechanism, and its feature is; main body (1), semi-permeable surface (2), protective plate (3), separator plates (4), microcontroller board (5), connection cables (6), power input (7), lighting elements (8), button (9), It includes an augmented reality beacon (10) and a power cable (11). 10 2. It conforms to claim 1 and its characteristic is that the semi-permeable surface (2) is in the passive state. to prevent external perception of augmented reality markers (10) and Only the relevant compartment is activated by activating the lighting elements (8) Its purpose is to make the marker visible.
3. It complies with Claim 1 and its feature is that the divider plates (4) provide light between the sub-sections. It provides optical isolation by preventing passage and only activates when activated. make the augmented reality marker (10) visible in the compartment It is a verification.
4. It complies with Request 1 and its features are; microcontroller board (5), button (9) By processing user input received through, the random selection loop is 20 It is to start and control the lighting elements (8).
5. It complies with Request 1 and its feature is; the lighting of the microcontroller board (5). turning its elements (8) on and off randomly for a certain period of time and At the end of the cycle, only the lighting of a single sub-section is activated. It is to give up. 25 6. Compliant with Claim 1, its feature is that the main body (1) is enhanced with a control compartment. It includes multiple sub-compartments where reality markers (10) are placed and light It is structured in a way that will provide insulation.
7. It complies with Claim 1 and its feature is; the protective plate (3), microcontroller board (5) and protecting and controlling the circuit elements against external factors 30 It prevents light from passing from the viewing compartment to the display compartment.
8. It complies with Claim 1 and its characteristic is that the lighting elements (8) are semi-transparent. augmented reality markers (10) located under the surface (2) become visible It is the creation of the light source that enables it to arrive. 9 9. It complies with Claim 1 and its feature is that augmented reality markers (10), sub The QR code structure is placed at the bottom of the compartments and is illuminated. It becomes visible and can be detected by mobile device cameras.
10. It conforms to claim 1 and its feature is that the button (9) is a physical input element. random selection loop defined on microcontroller board (5) 5 It is the initiation.