MODULAR TRAINING BLOCK SYSTEM WITH ACTIVE THERMAL FEEDBACK AND TEMPERATURE-SENSITIVE COLOR-CHANGING SURFACES.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- TR202606946
- Authority / Receiving Office
- TR · TR
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2026-05-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-21
Abstract
Description
ACTIVE THERMAL FEEDBACK AND TEMPERATURE SENSITIVE. MODULAR EDUCATIONAL BLOCK WITH COLOR-CHANGING SURFACES SYSTEM 1. TECHNICAL FIELD This invention incorporates modular training blocks, active thermal feedback mechanisms, and temperature control. surface structures, temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layers, thermal conduction layers, thermoelectric temperature generation elements and training that responds to user interaction. It is related to devices. The invention specifically describes a temperature-sensitive color-changing surface on its outer surface that comes into contact with the user. a surface layer containing a heat conduction layer located beneath that surface layer, heat conduction containing at least one thermoelectric temperature generating element attached to its layer, which increases the surface temperature. modular system that operates with at least one temperature sensor and is managed by a control unit. It relates to the education block system. The invention also includes modules based on the processing result or verification result generated by the modules. thermal state selected from among temperature increase, temperature decrease and constant temperature state on the surface The surface condition is determined by; the thermal surface condition in question is colored using a temperature-sensitive color. making it visible through the modified surface layer; allowing the user to view it on the same module surface. modular training systems that provide simultaneous haptic and visual feedback It includes. 2. STATE OF KNOWLEDGE OF THE ART In modular learning tools used in the field of educational technologies, feedback is crucial. This information is provided through light, sound, screen, and mechanical warning elements. In these structures... Interaction between the user and the training block is mostly limited to visual and auditory channels. It remains. In well-known modular training sets, the result of the operation or verification result is often indicated by an LED. These are indicated by lights, voice messages, screen icons, or mechanical alerts. solutions that control the temperature of the module surface that comes into contact with the user and an integrated surface architecture that simultaneously displays this temperature change through color transformation. 35 is not included. 1 5 Some systems that provide haptic feedback use vibration motors. These In these systems, feedback is mostly in the form of mechanical vibration. It provides the user with controlled feedback. There is no active thermal surface structure that provides temperature variation. Consequently... A training block structure that transmits information through temperature perception is not being formed. Temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer materials are known. These materials In general, passive temperature indicators are used to detect changes in decorative surfaces or ambient temperature. They are used in the form of material structures that are visually expressed. However, this type Within the modular training blocks of the materials, the actively driven thermoelectric temperature... It is operated in conjunction with production elements and depending on the outcome of user interaction. The integrated system architecture is not sufficiently clear. It is known that controlled heating and cooling can be achieved using thermoelectric elements. However, current educational tools do not include thermoelectric elements, heat conduction layers, The temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer and temperature sensor feedback are the same. Assembled within the module housing and, according to the verification result, having a different thermal surface. The modular block system that generates the states is not explained. In systems that create active temperature variation on surfaces exposed to user contact, the surface... Maintaining the temperature within a safe operating range is important. In known training tools, Monitoring temperature changes on the module surface via temperature sensor feedback, adjusting the operating parameters of the thermoelectric temperature generating element accordingly and the same Visual transformation via a surface layer that changes color in response to temperature over time. The modular training block system that provides this is not sufficiently clear. In the known state of the art; • Temperature-sensitive color-changing surface located on the outer surface that comes into contact with the user. layer, • the heat conduction layer located beneath the surface layer in question, • at least one thermoelectric temperature generating element connected to the heat conduction layer, • at least one temperature sensor that measures surface temperature and generates feedback data, • Surface temperature determined according to feedback data received from the temperature sensor. control unit that keeps it within the safe operating range, • According to the verification result, there is a temperature increase, a temperature decrease, and a constant temperature on the module surface. The control structure creates the thermal surface state selected from among 35 temperature states. • and a surface layer that shows color change depending on temperature variation 2 5 • integrated modular training block system containing together with sufficient clarity It is not available. Therefore, controlled thermal variation on the module surface in response to user interaction. This change is made visible by a temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer. bringing and providing surface temperature feedback to the temperature sensor within a safe operating range. A new, effective technical solution is needed. 3. THE PURPOSE OF THE INVENTION The aim of this invention is to provide feedback to the user in modular training blocks only. Modular design that produces active thermal feedback, not limited to visual and auditory channels. The goal is to create an educational block system. Another objective of the invention is to create a temperature-sensitive color-changing surface on the module's surface. The thermoelectric temperature generation element working under this layer and the layer itself are in the same housing. The goal is to synchronize the color transformation with the temperature change by combining them. Another purpose of the invention is to control the temperature increase on the module surface via the control unit. to create a thermal surface state selected from between a temperature drop and a constant temperature state, and this The goal is to provide feedback to the user based on the surface condition verification result. Another objective of the invention is to measure the module surface temperature using temperature sensor feedback. on the surface that maintains the defined safe working range and is in direct contact with the user The goal is to create a system architecture that produces a controlled thermal effect. Another objective of the invention is to generate thermoelectric heat using a heat conduction layer. the heat or cooling effect emanating from the element is distributed homogeneously across the module surface The aim is to ensure even distribution and reduce localized temperature concentration on the surface. Another aim of the invention is to create mathematical, logical and algorithmic structures from modules. In training scenarios selected from among the transaction types, the verification result is directly displayed in the module. The goal is to create an education system that transforms the impact of education into a tangible, visible, and felt effect. Another aim of the invention is to achieve tactile thermal effects and temperature dependence on the same module surface. Modular training that provides multisensory feedback to the user by creating color transformations. The goal is to present the block system. 35 4. EXPLANATION OF THE FIGURES 4.1 No figures are included in the application. 5. EXPLANATION OF REFERENCES IN THE FIGURES 5.1 Since no figures are included in the application, a reference list is not provided. 3 5 6. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION 6.1 General system structure 6.1.1 The invention describes a system with active thermal feedback consisting of multiple modular training blocks, and This relates to a modular educational block system with temperature-sensitive color-changing surfaces. 6.1.2 The system consists of multiple modular training blocks, a control unit, and a thermoelectric temperature sensor. production elements, heat transfer layers, temperature sensors, and temperature-sensitive color. It consists of altered surface layers. 6.1.3 Each modular training block consists of an external surface that comes into contact with the user, and on the external surface... the area temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer, the surface layer in question a heat conduction layer located underneath and a thermoelectric element connected to the heat conduction layer. It includes a temperature generating element. 6.1.4 The control unit evaluates the result of the operation generated by the modules and each the operating parameter to be applied to the thermoelectric temperature generation element of the module It determines. 6.1.5 The control unit adjusts the surface temperature according to the feedback data received from the temperature sensor. It is configured to maintain its temperature within a defined safe operating range. 6.1.6 The system determines the verification result based on the temperature change occurring on the module surface and its related effects. It communicates this to the user through color changes. 6.1.7 The system provides tactile thermal feedback and visual color on the same module surface. The transformation is structured in a way that will generate feedback. 6.2 Modular training block structure 6.2.1 Each modular training block is a tangible or tactile tool that the user can touch. It has a block body that can be assembled. 6.2.2 The block body consists of an outer shell, an inner load-bearing volume, and surface layers. 6.2.3 Thermoelectric temperature generation element, temperature sensor and inside the block housing. The control connection circuit is included. 6.2.4 Block outer surface, active feedback that is directly touched by the user. It is of a surface nature. 6.2.5 Modular training blocks can be used individually or in multiple physical blocks. They are used together to form 35 arrangements. 6.2.6 At least one of the modular training blocks must be a user-generated process. to produce a controlled change in surface temperature depending on the result It includes a structured block body. 4 5 6.3 Temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer 6.3.1 Temperature-sensitive color markings on the outer surface of each module that comes into contact with the user. There is a surface layer that alters the surface. 6.3.2 Temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer, depending on temperature variation It is a coating structure that performs optical color transformation. 6.3.3 The surface layer in question is a polymer composite containing microencapsulated pigment. coating, temperature-sensitive paint layer and temperature-sensitive polymer film structure It includes at least one surface structure selected from among them. 6.3.4 Temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer; changes color when surface temperature increases. It is transitioning from the first color state to the second color state. 6.3.5 Temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer; the second layer changes color when the surface temperature drops. It is changing from one color state to the primary color state. 6.3.6 Temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer, thermoelectric temperature generation. Reversible due to controlled temperature variation created by the element. It demonstrates optical color transformation. 6.4 Heat transfer layer 6.4.1 Heat conduction layer beneath the temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer It is located. 6.4.2 The heat conduction layer transmits the thermal effect emanating from the thermoelectric temperature generating element. It ensures that the module spreads across the surface. 6.4.3 Thermal conduction layer, metallic plate with high thermal conductivity, graphite-based diffusion at least one diffusion selected from between the plate and the thermally conductive polymer composite structure It includes a layer. 6.4.4 The heat conduction layer ensures a homogeneous distribution of surface temperature. It reduces local heat concentration. 6.4.5 Heat conduction layer, thermoelectric temperature generation element and temperature-sensitive color. It creates a thermal transfer link between the changing surface layer. 6.5 Thermoelectric temperature generating element 35 6.5.1 Each module contains at least one thermoelectric temperature generation element. 6.5.2 Thermoelectric temperature generation element, thermoelectric operating on the Peltier principle. It has a modular structure. 5 6.5.3 Thermoelectric temperature generating element, current applied by the control unit. Temperature increase or decrease on the module surface depending on the direction and intensity of the current. It constitutes. 6.5.4 Thermoelectric temperature generation element, thermal transfer to the heat conduction layer. It is positioned in a way that allows it to be securely attached. 6.5.5 Thermoelectric temperature generating element, operating at the speed determined by the control unit. thermal value corresponding to the first verification result on the module surface according to the parameter. surface condition or thermal surface condition corresponding to the second verification result It constitutes. 6.6 Temperature sensor structure 6.6.1 Each module has at least one temperature sensor that measures the surface temperature. 6.6.2 Temperature sensor, in the region near the temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer or is located on the heat conduction layer. 6.6.3 The temperature sensor transmits the surface temperature measurement data to the control unit. It transmits. 6.6.4 Temperature sensors; NTC thermistor, PTC thermistor, semiconductor temperature sensor and It includes at least one measuring element selected from among surface temperature measuring elements. 6.6.5 Temperature sensor feedback ensures the module surface temperature is within a defined safe range. It ensures that it is kept within the working range. 6.6.6 Temperature sensor, to the thermoelectric temperature generation element of the control unit. It generates feedback data to regulate the applied current. 6.7 Control unit 6.7.1 The system includes a control that evaluates the physical process result generated by the modules. It has a unit. 6.7.2 The control unit processes mathematical, logical, and user-generated data. It analyzes the combination of operations selected from among algorithmic combinations. 6.7.3 The control unit determines the thermoelectric temperature generation of the relevant module according to the analysis result. It determines the direction and intensity of the current to be applied to the element. 35 6.7.4 The control unit uses feedback data from the temperature sensors It maintains the surface temperature within a defined safe operating range. 6.7.5 The control unit increases the module surface temperature as a result of the first verification, As a result of the second verification, the module surface temperature was reduced and the third verification... The study aimed to maintain the surface temperature at a specified level as a result of the 6 5 analysis. It generates the parameter. 6.7.6 The control unit, according to the feedback data obtained from the temperature sensor to regulate the current applied to the thermoelectric temperature generating element It is structured. 6.7.7 The control unit monitors the thermal feedback status as temperature increase, temperature decrease, and It defines a thermal surface state as selected from among constant temperature states. 6.8 Thermal feedback mechanism 6.8.1 Thermal feedback mechanism, thermoelectric, managed by the control unit. The temperature generation element produces a temperature change on the module surface. 6.8.2 Changes in surface temperature are perceived tactilely by the user. 6.8.3 The same temperature change causes a color change in the temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer. It constitutes the transformation. 6.8.4 Thus, tactile and visual feedback occurs simultaneously on the module surface. 6.8.5 The first verification result and the second verification result show different thermal surface conditions. and is expressed through different color states. 6.8.6 Constant temperature condition, the control unit transmits the thermoelectric temperature to the temperature generating element. within the determined surface temperature range based on the applied operating parameters is being held. 6.9 System-internal module configuration 6.9.1 At least one of the modular training blocks must have a sign on its outer surface that comes into contact with the user. area temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer, temperature-sensitive color changing The heat conduction layer located beneath the surface layer, connected to the heat conduction layer by at least one thermoelectric temperature generating element, at least one temperature sensor to measure surface temperature, The electrical connection and control circuit located inside the module housing allows the user to... controlled change in surface temperature depending on the result of the process created by It includes a block body structured for production. 6.9.2 At least one of the modular training blocks has a temperature-sensitive color-changing surface. 35-layer, polymer-based surface exhibiting temperature-dependent reversible color change. It is a coating. 7 5 6.9.3 At least one of the modular training blocks has a heat conduction layer, thermoelectric temperature ensuring the thermal effect emanating from the production element is distributed homogeneously across the module surface. It is the diffusion layer. 6.9.4 At least one of the modular training blocks must have a temperature sensor and temperature-sensitive color coding. located in the region near the changing surface layer or on the heat conduction layer It is receiving. 6.9.5 At least one of the modular training blocks must have a thermoelectric component within its block body. Printed circuit board layout containing the temperature generation element and temperature sensor. It has a structure. 6.9.6 The block body of at least one of the modular training blocks must be touched by the user. The outer surface has a shock-resistant, closed surface form. 6.9.7 At least one of the modular training blocks is provided to the user with the first authentication result. The second verification result will be transmitted with a different thermal surface condition and a different color condition. It is structured in this way. 6.10 Working method 6.10.1 The user selects from among mathematical, logical, and algorithmic operation types. It physically brings together the modular training blocks that make up the type of process. 6.10.2 The control unit analyzes the generated module sequence or combination of operations. is doing. 6.10.3 According to the analysis results, the control unit monitors the thermoelectric temperature of the relevant modules. It employs production personnel. 6.10.4 Thermoelectric temperature generation elements increase the module surface temperature, It lowers the level or keeps it stable at a specified level. 6.10.5 The thermal conduction layer transmits the temperature change occurring across the surface. It distributes. 6.10.6 Temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer, changing color in response to temperature variations. It shows the transformation. 6.10.7 User feedback is obtained both by touching the surface and by observing color changes. It is receiving. 35 6.11 Safe temperature control 6.11.1 Surface temperature is monitored using temperature sensor feedback. 8 5 6.11.2 The control unit generates thermoelectric temperature based on temperature measurement data. It regulates the current applied to the element. 6.11.3 The control unit maintains the module surface temperature within the defined safe operating range. It is structured to hold. 6.11.4 Tendency of surface temperature to deviate from the defined safe operating range. When indicated, the control unit displays the current applied to the thermoelectric temperature generating element. It reduces, cuts, or reverses the direction of regulation. 6.11.5 This structure creates a controlled thermal effect on the surface that comes into contact with the user. It ensures the protection of thermal safety. 7. INDUSTRIAL APPLICABILITY The invention concerns a modular system with active thermal feedback and temperature-sensitive color-changing surfaces. Training block system; plastic part manufacturing, polymer coating technologies, thermoelectricity module assembly, sensor integration, printed circuit board manufacturing, and serial assembly techniques. It can be produced on an industrial scale. Module body injection molding, thermoforming and polymer shaping techniques It can be produced using at least one of the production techniques selected from among them. Temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layers in paints, coatings, film laminations, and polymers. The module's outer surface can be treated with at least one application method selected from among surface application options. It is being integrated. Thermal conduction layer metal sheet processing, graphite plate cutting, and thermal composite plate production. It is created using at least one production technique selected from among the available techniques. Thermoelectric temperature generation elements, temperature sensors, and control circuits are printed. They are assembled on the circuit board and integrated into the module housing. The system that is the subject of the invention includes preschool education materials, primary and secondary school educational tools, STEM kits, logic and mathematics teaching sets, special education tools, and interactive materials. It is used in the field of educational toys. With these features, the system described in the invention can be used in existing plastics production, electronic assembly and surface treatments. Suitable for mass production, marketable and feasible using coating substrates. It is of a certain quality. 35 9
Claims
1. Modular with active thermal feedback and temperature-sensitive color-changing surface. It is a training block system characterized by having multiple modular training blocks, each module A temperature-sensitive sensor located on the outer surface of the training block that comes into contact with the user. the color-changing surface layer, a heat source located beneath that surface layer The conduction layer generates at least one thermoelectric temperature connected to the heat conduction layer. The element consists of at least one temperature sensor that measures surface temperature and modules. By analyzing the process result, the operation of the thermoelectric temperature generating element can be determined. It includes a control unit that determines the parameters; the temperature of the control unit Based on feedback data from the sensor, the surface temperature is determined within a specified safe range. Configure the module to keep it within the working range, according to the verification result. selected from among temperature increase, temperature decrease and constant temperature state on the surface It creates a thermal surface state and a temperature-sensitive color-changing surface. This is because the layer undergoes a color transformation depending on the temperature change.
2. It is a modular training block system according to claim 1, and its feature is thermoelectric temperature. The production element is a thermoelectric module that operates according to the Peltier principle.
3. According to Claim 1, it is a modular training block system with the feature of temperature-sensitive color. Reversible optics depending on the temperature change of the changing surface layer Polymer composite containing microencapsulated pigments that undergo color transformation. It contains a coating.
4. It is a modular training block system according to claim 1, and its feature is; the heat transfer layer. metallic plate with high thermal conductivity, graphite-based spreading plate and thermal at least one diffusion layer selected from among conductive polymer composite structures It includes.
5. It is a modular training block system according to claim 1, and its characteristic is that the control unit is the first one. Increasing the module surface temperature as a result of the initial verification, second verification As a result of 35, the module surface temperature decreased and as a result of the third verification a working parameter for maintaining the surface temperature at a specified level It is the production. 5 6. According to claim 1, it is a modular training block system and its feature is; temperature of the control unit. Thermoelectric temperature generation based on feedback data obtained from the sensor. It is structured in such a way as to regulate the current applied to its element.
7. It is a modular training block system according to Claim 1, and its feature is that the outer surface of the module It includes an outer layer with elastomeric properties that facilitates user interaction.
8. According to Claim 1, it is a modular training block system, the feature of which is; modular training the temperature located on the outer surface of at least one of the blocks that comes into contact with the user temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer, temperature-sensitive color-changing surface The heat conduction layer located beneath the heat conduction layer has at least one component connected to the heat conduction layer. a thermoelectric temperature generating element, at least one temperature measuring surface temperature the sensor, electrical connection and control circuit located inside the module housing surface temperature depending on the user-generated process result It contains a block body structured to produce controlled change.
9. According to claim 8, it is a modular training block system, the characteristic of which is; modular training at least one of the blocks has a temperature-sensitive color-changing surface layer Polymer-based surface exhibiting temperature-dependent reversible color change. It has a coating.
10. According to claim 8, it is a modular training block system, the characteristic of which is; modular training Thermoelectric temperature generation in the heat conduction layer of at least one of the blocks Radiation that ensures the heat emanating from the element is distributed homogeneously across the module surface. It has layers.
11. According to claim 8, it is a modular training block system, the characteristic of which is; modular training At least one of the blocks has a temperature sensor with a temperature-sensitive color-changing surface. It is located in the region near the heat transfer layer or on the heat transfer layer. 35 12. According to Claim 8, it is a modular training block system and its feature is; modular training At least one of the blocks generates thermoelectric temperature within the block body. a printed circuit board layout that houses the component and temperature sensor It is the presence of. 11 5 13. According to claim 8, it is a modular training block system and its feature is; modular training at least one of the blocks has the outer edge of the block body that is touched by the user. It has a closed surface form that is impact-resistant.
14. According to claim 8, it is a modular training block system, and its characteristic is; modular training At least one of the blocks provides the user with the first verification result and the second verification to convey the result with different thermal surface conditions and different color states It is the structuring. 12