Fibonacci sequence-based clock timing method and apparatus

Abstract

Disclosed are a Fibonacci sequence-based clock timing method and apparatus. A combination of six square color blocks is formed by using the first six digits of the Fibonacci sequence as a basis, wherein a first color block area corresponds to a side length of one, a second color block area corresponds to a side length of one, a third color block area corresponds to a side length of two, a fourth color block area corresponds to a side length of three, a fifth color block area corresponds to a side length of five, and a sixth color block area corresponds to a side length of eight. According to the present invention, the first six digits (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8) of the Fibonacci sequence are used to correspond to six color blocks in an interface. Each color block can display six colors, i.e., red, green, blue, yellow, purple and white. A time scale of 0:00 to 12:59 can be accurately corresponded to by means of the combination of color changes of the color blocks, with a minimum scale precision of 1 minute. Thus, a good balance is achieved in terms of algorithm complexity and product presentation, and consumer requirements for the fun and practicability of products are met.

Description

A clock timing method and device based on Fibonacci sequence Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a clock product, and in particular to a clock timing method and device based on the Fibonacci sequence. Background Art

[0002] Clocks, as a tool for measuring time in our daily lives, play a vital role. Traditional clocks come in two main forms: mechanical and electronic. Mechanical clocks use hands to mark the hours, minutes, and seconds, while electronic screens or digital tubes use electronic displays. While these designs provide users with intuitive time scales, they can be monotonous in terms of product interest and user experience.

[0003] The Fibonacci sequence, also known as the Golden Section sequence, was introduced by mathematician Leonardo Fibonacci using the example of rabbit reproduction. It is also known as the "rabbit sequence." Each number is the sum of the previous two numbers, specifically: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, etc. The recursive method of this sequence is defined as: F(0)=1, F(1)=1, F(n)=F(n - 1)+F(n - 2) (where n ≥ 2, n ∈ N*).

[0004] Clock designs based on the Fibonacci sequence have already appeared on the market. Perhaps the most well-known design is the Fibonacci clock, released by Philippe Chrétien on a maker platform in 2015. This clock uses five color blocks (corresponding to the numbers 1, 1, 2, 3, and 5 in the sequence) and four colors (red, green, blue, and white) to represent time. It defines hours as red + blue; minutes as (green + blue) * 5. However, this design can only display time scales that are multiples of 5, such as 1:05 and 1:10. It cannot display specific times between 1:05 and 1:10, such as 1:08, resulting in accuracy issues.

[0005] Besides Chrétien's design, there are other clock products based on the Fibonacci sequence. However, these designs are either too simple, like Philippe Chrétien's, which can only measure time in 5-minute units, or too complex, like the clock device from Jiangsu Zhongjiaoke Information Technology Co., Ltd., which provides consumers with a cumbersome product interface and its method of measuring time using the remainder of the minute number deviates from the original mathematical expression of the Fibonacci sequence.

[0006] Although the Fibonacci sequence provides a novel perspective in clock design, existing design solutions still have some shortcomings in accuracy, interface design and user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0007] To address the above-mentioned problems, the present invention provides a clock timing method and device based on the Fibonacci sequence. The timing algorithm takes the first six digits of the Fibonacci sequence (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8), and uses these six groups of numbers as the side lengths of corresponding regular polygons in sequence to form a combination of six square color blocks, which can display the time accordingly and conform to people's habit of expressing time. At the same time, the algorithm is simple and efficient, requiring only six color blocks to display the time in six colors. The product has a strong presentation effect, is novel and interesting, and at the same time has the practicality of a clock, effectively solving many shortcomings of the existing technology.

[0008] The present invention is achieved through the following technical solutions: a clock timing method based on the Fibonacci sequence, using the first six digits of the Fibonacci sequence as a basis to form a combination of six square color blocks, wherein the first color block area corresponds to a side length of 1, the second color block area corresponds to a side length of 1, the third color block area corresponds to a side length of 2, the fourth color block area corresponds to a side length of 3, the fifth color block area corresponds to a side length of 5, and the sixth color block area corresponds to a side length of 8;

[0009] The specific steps are as follows:

[0010] a) Provide six square blocks of color, each corresponding to a number in the Fibonacci sequence, namely 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, and 8;

[0011] b) According to the current hour, select the sum of the side lengths of the corresponding red and blue blocks to represent it;

[0012] c) Based on the current minute, select the corresponding green and blue color block side length values ​​for combination calculation, and fine-tune the yellow and purple color block side length values;

[0013] d) Use a colorful LED light array to display the corresponding time according to the color and position of the selected color block.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution, the six color block areas are equipped with a colorful LED light array behind them, which can make the color blocks display six colors: red, green, blue, yellow, purple and white.

[0015] As a preferred technical solution, the hours of the clock are determined by the sum of the side lengths of the red and blue color block areas; the minutes are determined by multiplying the sum of the side lengths of the green and blue color block areas by 5, adding the side length of the yellow color block area and subtracting the side length of the purple color block area.

[0016] As a preferred technical solution, the white block area does not participate in the calculation of hours and minutes.

[0017] As a preferred technical solution, the device has a night light mode, which can provide lighting under dark conditions.

[0018] As a preferred technical solution, a control unit is provided for adjusting the display color of each color block area according to the time value to realize the display of time.

[0019] As a preferred technical solution, a sound effect feedback function is provided, which emits a specific sound effect to notify the user when the time is changed or set.

[0020] The present invention provides a program for a clock timing method based on the Fibonacci sequence, which is used to control an LED light array so that a color block area displays a corresponding color combination to represent a specific time point. The program can correspond to 780 time points in minutes within the time range of 0:00 to 12:59.

[0021] A clock timing device based on the Fibonacci sequence of the present invention includes a physical frame, and six square color block areas are arranged in a space area formed in the middle of the physical frame, wherein the six square color block areas include a first color block area, a second color block area, a third color block area, a fourth color block area, a fifth color block area, and a sixth color block area;

[0022] Among them, the first color block area corresponds to side length 1, the second color block area corresponds to side length 1, the third color block area corresponds to side length 2, the fourth color block area corresponds to side length 3, the fifth color block area corresponds to side length 5, and the sixth color block area corresponds to side length 8. Each color block area is controlled by a colorful LED light array to display different colors.

[0023] As a preferred technical solution, a colorful LED light array is provided behind each color block area, which can make the color block area display six colors: red, green, blue, yellow, purple and white.

[0024] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: the timing algorithm of the present invention is designed using the first six digits (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8) of the Fibonacci sequence, and can achieve accurate display in minutes within the time range of 0:00 to 12:59, meeting daily timing needs;

[0025] The present invention combines the mathematical Fibonacci sequence with the design of color changes, which not only satisfies consumers' habitual expression of time, but also brings a sensory experience of the product's multiple display color changes at time points, stimulating thinking about mathematics and time.

[0026] The design uses only six color blocks to achieve a complete representation of time. Compared with other Fibonacci clock products on the market, this algorithm is both simple and efficient, and can achieve a good balance. Compared with traditional clocks and other Fibonacci clocks, this invention is more innovative and displays time in a novel way, meeting consumers' requirements for product fun and practicality.

[0027] The present invention not only provides a novel and unique clock product, but also may bring good social and economic returns. It adopts a colorful LED light array, which can flexibly change colors as needed, adding additional appeal and adjustability to the product, avoiding overly complex or simple interface design, and providing users with an intuitive and clear time display. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0029] FIG1 is a schematic structural diagram of the present invention;

[0030] FIG2 is a diagram showing the actual effect of the product of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] All features disclosed in this specification, or all steps in the disclosed methods or processes, except mutually exclusive features and / or steps, can be combined in any manner.

[0032] As shown in FIG1 , the present invention proposes a clock timing method and device based on the Fibonacci sequence, which represents time through a special combination of color blocks.

[0033] In this embodiment, six square color block areas are set in the space area formed in the middle of the physical border 700, and the six square color block areas include a first color block area 100, a second color block area 200, a third color block area 300, a fourth color block area 400, a fifth color block area 500 and a sixth color block area 600.

[0034] First, the clock's design is based on the first six digits of the Fibonacci sequence, forming a combination of six square color blocks. Specifically, the first color block area 100 corresponds to a side length of 1, the second color block area 200 corresponds to a side length of 1, the third color block area 300 corresponds to a side length of 2, the fourth color block area 400 corresponds to a side length of 3, the fifth color block area 500 corresponds to a side length of 5, and the sixth color block area 600 corresponds to a side length of 8.

[0035] To provide a richer visual experience, each color block is backed by a colorful LED array. This LED array enables the blocks to independently display one of the following colors: red, green, blue, yellow, purple, or white. Specifically, the white blocks do not contribute to the calculation of hours and minutes, but can illuminate the user in certain modes, such as Night Light.

[0036] A clock timing method and device based on the Fibonacci sequence are proposed, which uses a special combination of color blocks to represent time.

[0037] First, the design of the clock of the present invention is based on the first six digits of the Fibonacci sequence, forming a combination of six square color blocks.

[0038] Specifically, the first color block area corresponds to a side length of 1, the second color block area corresponds to a side length of 1, the third color block area corresponds to a side length of 2, the fourth color block area corresponds to a side length of 3, the fifth color block area corresponds to a side length of 5, and the sixth color block area corresponds to a side length of 8.

[0039] To provide a richer visual experience, each color block area is equipped with a colorful LED light array behind it. These LED light arrays enable the color blocks to independently display one color among red, green, blue, yellow, purple, and white. In particular, the white color block area does not participate in the calculation of hours and minutes when timing, but in certain modes, such as night light mode, it can provide lighting function for users;

[0040] In addition, the light array can adjust the brightness, which not only enables clear display in well-lit environments, but also provides a comfortable visual experience in dim environments.

[0041] Among them, the surfaces of the six square color blocks are made of translucent material, so that the light emitted by the LED light array can pass through evenly, providing users with a soft visual effect. The dividing lines between the color blocks are delicate and clear, which helps users quickly identify each color block.

[0042] In this invention, users can set the time, adjust the brightness and select the display mode through a touch screen or physical buttons or a Bluetooth connection of a mobile phone or tablet. It is equipped with an automatic brightness adjustment function, which can automatically adjust the brightness of the LED according to the ambient brightness. When the user adjusts or sets the time, the control unit controls the color and state of each color block according to the current hour and minute through a preset algorithm logic.

[0043] The entire clock can be powered by USB, batteries or a direct power plug, providing users with a variety of options, and has an energy-saving mode. When the user does not need to check the time, it can be set to standby mode, at which time the LED light array consumes extremely low power.

[0044] As shown in Figure 2, to express the time 3:28:

[0045] formula:

[0046] 1) Number of hours = sum of the side lengths of the (red + blue) color blocks,

[0047] 2) Number of minutes = sum of the side lengths of the (green + blue) color blocks * 5 + yellow (side length of the color block) - purple (side length of the color block).

[0048] So, the specific display is:

[0049] Color block 1 (side length 1): red

[0050] Color block 2 (side length 1): yellow

[0051] Color block 3 (side length 2): blue

[0052] Color block 4 (side length 3): white

[0053] Color block 5 (side length 5): green

[0054] Color block 6 (side length 8): purple.

[0055] According to the above definition:

[0056] Hours = the sum of the side lengths of the (red + blue) blocks, so the hours are: 1 + 2 = 3

[0057] Minutes = (Green + Blue) * 5 + Yellow - Purple = (5 + 2) * 5 + 1 - 8 = 28

[0058] Therefore, the time obtained in Example 1 is: 3:28

[0059] To express the time 4:21:

[0060] formula:

[0061] 1) Number of hours = sum of the side lengths of the (red + blue) color blocks,

[0062] 2) Number of minutes = sum of the side lengths of the (green + blue) color blocks * 5 + yellow (side length of the color block) - purple (side length of the color block).

[0063] So, the specific display is:

[0064] Color block 1 (side length 1): red

[0065] Color block 2 (side length 1): yellow

[0066] Color block 3 (side length 2): green

[0067] Color block 4 (side length 3): blue

[0068] Color block 5 (side length 5): purple

[0069] Color block 6 (side length 8): white.

[0070] According to the above definition:

[0071] Hours = Red + Blue = 1 + 3 = 4

[0072] Minutes = (Green + Blue) * 5 + Yellow - Purple = (2 + 3) * 5 + 1 - 5 = 25 + 1 - 5 = 21

[0073] Therefore, the time obtained in Example 2 is: 4:21

[0074] To indicate time: 6:33

[0075] formula:

[0076] 1) Number of hours = sum of the side lengths of the (red + blue) color blocks,

[0077] 2) Number of minutes = sum of the side lengths of the (green + blue) color blocks * 5 + yellow (side length of the color block) - purple (side length of the color block).

[0078] So, the specific display is:

[0079] Color block 1 (side length 1): yellow

[0080] Color block 2 (side length 1): red

[0081] Color block 3 (side length 2): green

[0082] Color block 4 (side length 3): purple

[0083] Color block 5 (side length 5): blue

[0084] Color block 6 (side length 8): white

[0085] The calculation is as follows:

[0086] Hours = Red + Blue = 1 + 5 = 6

[0087] Minutes = (Green + Blue) * 5 + Yellow - Purple = (2 + 5) * 5 + 1 - 3 = 35 + 1 - 3 = 33

[0088] Therefore, the time obtained in Example 3 is: 6:33

[0089] To indicate time: 2:17

[0090] formula:

[0091] 1) Number of hours = sum of the side lengths of the (red + blue) color blocks,

[0092] 2) Number of minutes = sum of the side lengths of the (green + blue) color blocks * 5 + yellow (side length of the color block) - purple (side length of the color block);

[0093] Color block 1 (side length 1): yellow

[0094] Color block 2 (side length 1): yellow

[0095] Color block 3 (side length 2): red

[0096] Color block 4 (side length 3): green

[0097] Color block 5 (side length 5): white

[0098] Color block 6 (side length 8): white

[0099] The calculation is as follows:

[0100] Hours = Red + Blue = 2 + 0 = 2

[0101] Minutes = (Green + Blue) * 5 + Yellow - Purple = (3 + 0) * 5 + 1+1 - 0 = 15 + 2 - 0 = 17

[0102] Therefore, the time obtained in Example 4 is: 2:17

[0103] In this way, the present invention can combine the concept of time with the Fibonacci sequence, providing users with a novel and educational clock product.

[0104] The timing algorithm of the present invention is designed using the first six digits of the Fibonacci sequence (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8), which can accurately display the time in minutes within the range of 0:00 to 12:59, meeting daily timing needs;

[0105] The present invention combines the mathematical Fibonacci sequence with the design of color changes, which not only satisfies consumers' habitual expression of time, but also brings a sensory experience of multiple display color changes at product time points, stimulating thinking about mathematics and time.

[0106] The design uses only six color blocks to achieve a complete representation of time. Compared with other Fibonacci clock products on the market, this algorithm is both simple and efficient, and can achieve a good balance. Compared with traditional clocks and other Fibonacci clocks, this invention is more innovative and displays time in a novel way, meeting consumers' requirements for fun and practicality.

[0107] The algorithm of the present invention has a total of 6 display color blocks, and the color blocks can present different color combinations through the LED lights on the back. Therefore, the entire color display combination in red, green, blue, yellow, purple and white has a total of 6 to the power of 6, that is, 46,656 combinations. By retaining useful combinations in the program, it is possible to match 780 time points in minutes from 0:00 to 12:59.

[0108] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions that are not conceived through creative work should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be based on the scope of protection defined in the claims.

Claims

1. A clock timing method based on the Fibonacci sequence, characterized in that: Using the first six digits of the Fibonacci sequence as a basis, six square color blocks are formed; The first color block area (100) corresponds to a side length of 1, the second color block area (200) corresponds to a side length of 1, the third color block area (300) corresponds to a side length of 2, the fourth color block area (400) corresponds to a side length of 3, the fifth color block area (500) corresponds to a side length of 5, and the sixth color block area (600) corresponds to a side length of 8; The specific steps are as follows: a) Provide six square blocks, each of which corresponds to a number in the Fibonacci sequence, namely 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8; b) According to the current hour, select the sum of the side lengths of the corresponding red and blue blocks to represent it; c) According to the current number of minutes, select the corresponding green and blue color blocks for combination calculation, and use the yellow and purple color blocks for fine-tuning; d) A colorful LED light array is used behind the color block to control the color of the color block, and the corresponding time is displayed according to the value corresponding to the selected color block.

2. The clock timing method based on the Fibonacci sequence according to claim 1, characterized in that: The six color block areas are equipped with a colorful LED light array behind them, which can make the color blocks display six colors: red, green, blue, yellow, purple and white.

3. The clock timing method based on the Fibonacci sequence according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The hours on the clock are determined by the sum of the lengths of the red and blue blocks; the minutes are determined by the sum of the lengths of the green and blue blocks, multiplied by 5, plus the length of the yellow block, minus the length of the purple block.

4. The clock timing method based on the Fibonacci sequence according to claim 2, characterized in that: The white area does not participate in the calculation of hours and minutes.

5. The clock timing method based on the Fibonacci sequence according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The device has a night light mode that can provide illumination in dim light conditions.

6. The clock timing method based on the Fibonacci sequence according to claim 1, characterized in that: A control unit is provided for adjusting the display color of each color block area according to the time value to realize the display of time.

7. The clock timing method based on the Fibonacci sequence according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: Equipped with sound feedback function, when the time is changed or settings are made, a specific sound effect is emitted to notify the user.

8. A program for a clock timing method based on the Fibonacci sequence, characterized in that: It is used to control the LED light array so that the color block area displays the corresponding color combination to represent a specific time point. The program can correspond to 780 time points in minutes within the time range of 0:00~12:

59.

9. A clock timing device based on the Fibonacci sequence, characterized in that: A physical frame is included, and six square color block areas are set in the space area formed in the middle of the physical frame, and the six square color block areas include a first color block area, a second color block area, a third color block area, a fourth color block area, a fifth color block area, and a sixth color block area; Among them, the first color block area corresponds to a side length of 1, the second color block area corresponds to a side length of 1, the third color block area corresponds to a side length of 2, the fourth color block area corresponds to a side length of 3, the fifth color block area corresponds to a side length of 5, and the sixth color block area corresponds to a side length of 8. Each color block area is controlled by a colorful LED light array to display different colors.

10. The clock timing device based on the Fibonacci sequence according to claim 9, characterized in that: There is a colorful LED light array behind each color block area, which can make the color block area display six colors: red, green, blue, yellow, purple and white.

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