Electronic castanets

Abstract

The present invention relates to electronic castanets comprising: a control unit provided in a main body; an input / output unit; a storage unit for storing data; and a sound generation unit, wherein, if a motion of the main body is detected by a motion detection sensor and transmitted to the control unit, the control unit generates a sound through the output unit. The present invention has remarkable effects of: converting motion of the castanets into sound, thereby facilitating playing of same such that educational interest is increased; and allowing wearing on the human body, thereby implementing rhythm or dance as sound.

Description

Electronic Castnets

[0001] The present invention relates to electronic castnets, and more specifically, to electronic castnets that convert the movement of the castnet into sound, thereby making it easy to play and increasing interest, and that implement rhythm or dance into sound when worn on the body.

[0002] Castnets are a percussion instrument whose body vibrates with impact and has no fixed pitch, so they are also classified as a rhythmic percussion instrument and are widely used. Furthermore, as a prior art patented technology for controlling percussion instruments using electronic devices, Patent Publication No. 10-2016-0017461 discloses a musical instrument performance control device.

[0003] A display unit that displays an image corresponding to a performance drawing;

[0004] A performance instrument setting unit for setting a performance instrument corresponding to the displayed image; and

[0005] In the displayed image above, a musical instrument performance control device is disclosed, characterized in that it includes a sound area control unit that sets a sound area for outputting a sound corresponding to the musical instrument, and an electronic musical instrument control device is disclosed in Patent Publication No. 10-1433037.

[0006] However, the above-mentioned conventional technologies have the disadvantage that it is difficult to produce precise sounds according to the movement of small percussion instruments such as castnets, and malfunctions occur, making them inconvenient to use as electronic instruments.

[0007] Accordingly, the present invention has been devised to solve the above-mentioned problems, and more specifically, to provide electronic castnets that are easy to play and increase interest by converting the movement of the castnet into sound, and that implement rhythm or dance into sound when worn on the body.

[0008] The present invention relates to an electronic castnet, comprising: a control unit installed in a main body;

[0009] Input / output section; and

[0010] It is characterized by comprising a storage unit for storing data and a sound generating unit, and detecting the movement of the main body by a motion detection sensor and transmitting it to the control unit, and the control unit generating a sound through the output unit.

[0011] In addition, the motion detection sensor is characterized by being a gyro sensor and a tilt detection sensor.

[0012] In addition, the output section is characterized in that a sound generator is installed and generates sound by the control section.

[0013] Additionally, it features the ability to connect to smart media devices and separate systems via Bluetooth.

[0014] In addition, the main body is characterized by having an LED lamp installed on the side and lit up.

[0015] In addition, the main body is characterized by being combined with a band so that it can be worn on the hand or ankle.

[0016] Therefore, the present invention has the remarkable effect of converting the movement of the cast net into sound, making it easy to play, increasing interest, and implementing rhythm or dance into sound by wearing it on the body.

[0017] Figure 1 is an external view of the electronic castnet of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 2 is a diagram with the cover removed.

[0019] Figure 3 is a parts layout diagram.

[0020] Figure 4 is an exterior view with LED installed.

[0021] Figure 5 is a diagram showing the upper body removed from Figure 4.

[0022] Figure 6 is an external view of a band attached to a square cast net.

[0023] Figure 7 is a diagram showing the upper body removed from Figure 6.

[0024] Figure 8 is a perspective view showing a seal formed in the connecting portion of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 9 is a combination diagram of the upper and lower plates of the smart LED mat of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 10 is a diagram showing the combination configuration of the upper plate and lower LED substrate of the smart LED mat of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 11 is a picture of the play implementation of the present invention (ladder climbing).

[0028] Figure 12 is a photograph of an example of a mat of the present invention.

[0029] <Explanation of symbols for major parts of the drawing>

[0030] 50: Body

[0031] 1: Rechargeable battery 2: Gyro sensor

[0032] 3: Tilt sensor 4: Spring

[0033] 5: Speaker 6: Amplifier

[0034] 7: Bluetooth module 8: Limit switch (switch)

[0035] 9: Slide switch 60: Cover

[0036] 70: Band

[0037] 10: LED 11: Home

[0038] 110: Perforated mat 130: Lower part

[0039] 101: Hall

[0040] 120: Joint

[0041] 121: Stone part 122: Concave part

[0042] 20: LED cover 21: Flange 22: Home

[0043] 30: Connection part 31, 32: Front and rear contact part

[0044] The present invention relates to an electronic castnet, comprising: a control unit installed in an electronic castnet body;

[0045] Input / output section; and

[0046] It is characterized by comprising a storage unit for storing data and a sound generating unit, and detecting the movement of the main body by a motion detection sensor and transmitting it to the control unit, and the control unit generating a sound through the output unit.

[0047] In addition, the motion detection sensor is characterized by being a gyro sensor and a tilt detection sensor.

[0048] In addition, the output section is a speaker and an amplifier circuit is installed, and the sound is amplified through the sound generating section.

[0049] Additionally, the main body is characterized by having a built-in rechargeable battery to supply power.

[0050] Additionally, the control unit is characterized by being an MCU.

[0051] Additionally, it is characterized by a spring being installed between the body and the cover.

[0052] Additionally, it is characterized by being divided into automatic mode and manual mode by a slide switch, which is a select switch.

[0053] Additionally, the limit switch (switch) is characterized by acting as a trigger that generates a stored instrument sound when pressed in manual mode.

[0054] In manual mode, the system features a tilt sensor and limit switch (general term for switches) that activate to produce stored instrument sounds.

[0055] Additionally, it is characterized by having a Bluetooth module installed and wireless communication.

[0056] Additionally, the wireless communication is characterized by interlocking communication with the smart LED mat.

[0057] Additionally, the main body features a band that can be worn on the wrist or ankle.

[0058] Additionally, it is characterized in that the values ​​of the gyro sensor and the values ​​of the tilt sensor are transmitted to the control unit.

[0059] Additionally, the LED mounted on one side is characterized by emitting light in conjunction with the controller.

[0060]

[0061] The present invention is described in detail with reference to the attached drawings as follows. FIG. 1 is an external view of the electronic castnet of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a view with the cover removed, FIG. 3 is a parts arrangement view, FIG. 4 is an external view with an LED installed, FIG. 5 is a view of FIG. 4 with the upper body removed, FIG. 6 is an external view with a band attached to a rectangular castnet, and FIG. 7 is a view of FIG. 6 with the upper body removed.

[0062] The electronic castanets of the present invention are composed of upper and lower bodies, in which electronic components are installed. The lower body is fitted with a cover to prevent the electronic components from being exposed.

[0063] The present invention relates to a MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) in an MCU (Microcontroller Unit).

[0064] It is equipped with a library and other communication protocols, and is programmed so that the MCU can generate and interpret MIDI signals. In addition, it converts the input received from each sensor or gyro sensor into MIDI messages, and these converted MIDI messages can be transmitted to external devices via a MIDI interface, or used to play music on the MCU-equipped system itself.

[0065] In automatic mode, the direction indicator signal value of the gyro sensor is received and used by the control unit, and in manual mode, the values ​​of the tilt detection sensor and switch (limit switch, tact switch, switch) are received and used as external signals, and in integrated mode, the manual mode and automatic mode are used together, and sound is generated through the sound generating unit according to the signal. In addition, it is characterized by being divided into automatic mode, manual mode, and integrated mode by the slide switch, which is a select switch.

[0066] A pixel LED mat composed of a certain ratio and a certain ratio of touch sensors are built in, and each sensor is connected to a sound source. This is configured with an amplifier and PC control.

[0067] It is configured to play sounds or instruments in conjunction with the smart LED mat system.

[0068] By linking with the touch sensors of the Smart LED Mat System, users can play a variety of instruments with their feet, hands, and body. This stimulates creativity and provides diverse performances and diverse musical experiences.

[0069] The movement of your hands and body while playing, linked to physical activity, can also be beneficial to your health. This combines a healthy lifestyle with the joy of playing.

[0070]

[0071] Additionally, when used in groups to promote social interaction, interacting while playing using hands, feet, and bodies promotes teamwork and enhances social interaction.

[0072] Individual and group performances are possible.

[0073] Moreover, since they can be individually controlled, users can perform on their own, or play in groups or collaborate. This promotes interaction and communication among users.

[0074] Furthermore, the present invention offers accessibility and convenience. Since it can be played using the hands, feet, and body, users can enjoy music while moving freely. This increases users' exercise and activity levels, and allows for creative performances through diverse movements.

[0075] The present invention's system can be applied to a variety of fields, including education, entertainment, and team building.

[0076] And by combining touch sensors and LED pixels to provide an interactive environment, users can interact with the environment interactively, which makes the experience more enjoyable for users.

[0077] Furthermore, the present invention not only expresses performances through sound, but also integrates LED pixels and other lighting, opening up a new paradigm. For example, while karaoke rooms typically feature microphones and tambourines, providing wristband-type instruments allows for individual instrumental performances to be synchronized with the accompaniment. Furthermore, by integrating lighting with these instruments, the device can enter a new market. LEDs are typically installed on the top and bottom of the device, as well as on the sides.

[0078] The present invention can be configured separately as a type that can be held in the hand and a type that can be worn as a band on the wrist, ankle, etc.

[0079] It is a device that can be stored on the body and operated immediately.

[0080] The present invention allows for different characteristics of the instrument in each castnet.

[0081] When one person operates with multiple instruments, each motion and the state of the manual switch can be detected to play the instrument appropriate to that element.

[0082]

[0083] And the present invention is a system that can operate by connecting to a portable smart device and a separate media system via Castnets' Bluetooth.

[0084] The LED on one side of the electronic castnets of the present invention illuminates in sync with the musical instruments during cheering, fan meetings, etc., making cheering culture even more enjoyable.

[0085] By synchronizing the multiple castanets held by fans with the transmitter of the display lighting system on stage and lighting up the LEDs, various shapes and letters can be implemented.

[0086] When viewed from a distance, each castnet corresponds to an LED pixel element on a single electronic board, allowing it to function as a display.

[0087]

[0088] And the smart mat system of the present invention, in which the castanets of the present invention are connected via Bluetooth, comprises a mat on which a plurality of LEDs (10) are installed;

[0089] In a smart mat system that consists of a controller and displays various games by lighting up LEDs,

[0090] An LED cover (20) is installed on the above mat to protect the LED. A signal is input to the controller through the Bluetooth module of Castnets, and the control unit of the mat controller can light the LED of the mat in response to the signal through the LED lighting unit.

[0091] The LED cover is a cap-shaped, plastic injection molded product with a groove in which the LED is built and a flange formed around the groove to contact and adhere to the mat.

[0092] Meanwhile, a plurality of LED covers can be formed by connecting them by means of a connecting portion (30). The connecting portion is manufactured in the shape of a straight bar or plate.

[0093] In addition, the LED cover has a seal formed at the bottom, so when the seal is inserted between the mats, it is compressed by elastic force, and after installation, it is spread out by elastic restoring force, so the LED cover does not easily fall out of the groove.

[0094] The adhesive portion is formed to protrude from the lower portion of the connecting portion, but is formed in the longitudinal direction of the connecting portion.

[0095] The sealing member is composed of two front-rear sealing plates formed in parallel in the front-rear direction, and is supported by elastic force on the front-rear inner walls of the groove, preventing it from coming off.

[0096]

[0097] The smart mat system that will soon implement various games will include a mat with multiple LEDs (10) installed;

[0098] It consists of a controller and displays various games by lighting up LEDs.

[0099] Additionally, the LED (10) displays lines or shapes.

[0100] Additionally, holes are punched at regular intervals in the mat, and LEDs with embedded electronic chips are mounted in the punched holes.

[0101] A number of switches or sensors, such as switches or switch modules, are mounted on the mat portion of a gym mat, exercise mat, or other material.

[0102] By installing a switch on the mat, an additional device called a switch is added to the safe use of the mat, so time measurement, number of times recorded, interval measurement, reaction time measurement, etc. are possible on the mat by utilizing each individual switch.

[0103] Here, the switch module receives a signal from a mechanical switch or an electronic switch as input, transmits it to a controller via a wire, or processes and transmits a wireless communication Bluetooth (Bluetooth module) or Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi module) signal to a microcontroller (MCU), PC, or other equipment installation.

[0104] When multiple switch signals are received through a wire, each signal is received by a multi-signal input device and each port value is transmitted to the microcontroller, which is the controller.

[0105] For example, in the case of electronic switches, the analog physical quantity that changes continuously for each switch is converted into an A / D converter (Analogue-Digital Convert), and then the corresponding address is read and processed in equipment such as a microcontroller (MCU), PC, etc.

[0106] Each wireless serial port module attached to a switch has an address set for each switch, and the operation status is transmitted from the Bluetooth or Wi-Fi module. This signal is received and processed by the equipment such as a microcontroller (MCU) or PC by reading the address.

[0107] Signal processing is applied according to the location and role of the corresponding address of each push switch.

[0108] Signal processing works in conjunction with the display displayed on the smart mat.

[0109] Each switch position on the smart mat has a designated color, which allows the mat user to develop the ability to make quick decisions.

[0110] On the smart mat, it reacts with agile actions to the colors and shapes displayed on the corresponding mat according to certain rules and methods, and can be applied to various productions, plays, and games, and can be used for physical activities, muscle strength, endurance, judgment, etc.

[0111] It is a smart mat that is much more effective and systematic and can be applied for multiple purposes by giving the smart mat the ability to receive and process switch signals at the corresponding location.

[0112] The switch uses a pressure sensor, capacitance sensor or limit switch sensor.

[0113] The controller is composed of a control unit, an input / output unit, a transceiver unit, a storage unit, and a comparison unit. The controller receives a sensor signal through the input unit, and the control unit compares and determines the result through the comparison unit based on the settings in the storage unit, and displays it on the monitor display, which is the output unit. The transceiver unit wirelessly transmits and receives data to and from the server through a communication module installed in the controller.

[0114] In explaining the mat structure of the present invention, a plurality of LEDs (10) are installed on the mat (100), and the LEDs (10) corresponding to the desired area are turned on to display lines or shapes.

[0115] Holes are punched at regular intervals in the above mat,

[0116] An LED with an electronic chip is mounted in the perforated hole.

[0117] A lower body is made by molding a mat or PC board (polycarbonate) or FRP (fiber reinforced plastic) under a perforated mat that can accommodate an LED, and an electronic chip LED is fixed on top of it.

[0118] The molded lower plate is sectioned and equipped with an LED with an electronic chip, a separate driver to drive the LED, and a mat control system.

[0119] Through the application's operating screen, a drawing drawn with a pen on a grid, or a color specified for a design or shape, is stored by the computer and transmitted to the control unit of the mat control system for display.

[0120] At this time, the line through which signals are transmitted from the computer control unit to the control unit of the mat control system is made up of four wires, including clock, data including address, power (+), and power (-) wires.

[0121] Some of the LEDs on the mat light up, and the rest do not light up, so the desired shape is formed, and the LEDs that light up each display the desired color, so ultimately a shape that implements the desired color can be obtained.

[0122] A display that displays time measurement, scores, or counts is mounted on the monitor and used as an auxiliary device.

[0123] A display is attached to one side to indicate the progress time, up / down timer, or number of times, and a load cell is installed on the lower part of the mat. When a weight exceeding a certain weight is applied, the mat control system control unit operates a speaker as an alarm means to sound an alarm sound to prevent an excessive number of users from stepping on the mat.

[0124] Therefore, the present invention has the remarkable effect of converting the movement of the cast net into sound, making it easy to play, increasing interest, and implementing rhythm or dance into sound by wearing it on the body.

Claims

1. A control unit installed in the main body; Input / output section; and Electronic castnets characterized in that the movement of the main body (50) is detected by a motion detection sensor and transmitted to the control unit, and the control unit generates a sound through the output unit, which is composed of a storage unit that stores data; 2. In the first paragraph, the electronic castnets characterized in that the motion detection sensor is a gyro sensor (2) and a tilt detection sensor (3).

3. In the second paragraph, the electronic castnets characterized in that the output unit has a sound generator installed and generates sound by the control unit.

4. In the third paragraph, an electronic cast net characterized in that an LED lamp is installed on the side of the main body and lights up.

5. In the fourth paragraph, an electronic castnet characterized in that a band (70) is combined with the main body and can be worn on the hand or ankle.

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