A modular home management device for maintaining air quality of user's environment

Abstract

The present disclosure generally relates to a modular home management device More particularly, the present disclosure relates to the modular home management device for maintaining the air quality of the user's environment based on environmental parameters and vital parameters. In an embodiment, the modular home management device monitors the performance of the air comfort appliances and maintains the air quality of the user's environment based on the environmental parameters and vital parameters. This enables maximizing user health and comfort.

Description

A MODULAR HOME MANAGEMENT DEVICE FOR MAINTAINING AIR QUALITY OF USER’S ENVIRONMENTFIELD OF INVENTION

[0001] The present disclosure generally relates to a modular home management device. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a modular home management device adapted to be docked with a suitable air comfort module for maintaining the quality of the user’s environment.BACKGROUND

[0002] The subject matter discussed in the background section should not be assumed to be prior art merely as a result of its mention in the background section. Similarly, a problem mentioned in the background section or associated with the subject matter of the background section should not be assumed to have been previously recognized in the prior art. The subject matter in the background section merely represents different approaches, which in and of themselves may also correspond to implementations of the claimed technology.

[0003] With the advancement of technology, modular home management devices play a pivotal role in a modern household environment. The modular home management devices provide various functionalities like automation, monitoring, safety, and security. The modular home management device leverages the technology to streamline various aspects of the household's environment. In general, the modular home management device is connected with the user’s fitness wearable, which constantly monitors the user’s health and how the environment of the user is in, is affecting the user and their well-being. According to a state - of-the art solution, the modular home management device includes in-built comfort modules which performs various functions performed by the appliances generally present in the user’s home. The user can monitor the effect of the environmental parameters on the user’s health and keep the modular home management device in the appropriate room. Thus, the modular home management device becomes bulky and difficult to operate.

[0004] According to some state-of the-art solution, the comfort modules may be wirelessly operated by the modular home management device and generally fixed at various places in the home environment. In such a scenario, the user experiencing discomfort and while sitting in aroom different from the required comfort modules may not help in maintaining the environment in the user’s vicinity.

[0005] Thus, conventional solutions fail to consider the user’s comfort to enhance the user’s well-being.

[0006] Thus, there is a need to provides a modular approach in modular home management devices that overcomes the above-mentioned issues.OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0007] The object of the present invention is to provide a modular modular home management device that considers environmental parameters along with the user’s vital parameters.

[0008] Another object of the present invention is to provide a modular home management device that is adapted to be docked with air comfort modules

[0009] Another objective of the invention is to provide the modular home management device that processes the environmental parameters and the vital parameters and adjusts the air quality of the user’s environment. This enables maximizing user health and comfort.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0010] The summary is provided to introduce aspects related to the modular home management device for maintaining the quality of the user’s environment, and the aspects are further described below in the description. This summary is not intended to identify essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended for use in determining or limiting the scope of the claimed subject matter.

[0011] According to one embodiment, the present invention provides a system for managing home environment, comprising a wearable device configured to measure at least one vital parameter of a user, a modular home management device wirelessly coupled to the wearable device, and a plurality of air comfort modules adapted to be docked to the modular home management device , wherein the modular home management device is configured to: receiveat least one vital parameter of the user from the wearable device, compare the at least one vital parameters of the user with predetermined thresholds, determine if at least one vital parameters of the user is beyond the predetermined thresholds. Further, the modular home management device is configured to determine at least one of the plurality of the air comfort modules suitable for changing environmental parameters for optimizing ambient conditions based on the determination that at least one of the vital parameters of the user is beyond the predetermined thresholds, send a notification the wearable device for recommending the at least one of the plurality of the air comfort modules, determine that the at least one of the plurality of the air comfort module 103 is docked with the modular home management device 101 and control at least one docked air comfort module to optimize the ambient conditions for the user for stabilizing the at least one of the vital parameters of the user that is beyond the predetermined thresholds.

[0012] In an embodiment, the environmental parameters include at least one of temperature levels, air quality levels, humidity levels, airflow levels, ventilation levels, and concentration of various impurities in the atmosphere. In another embodiment, the vital parameters include at least one of heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation level, perspiration level, glucose level, and palpitation rate.

[0013] In an embodiment, the wearable device (105) is a smart ring, a smart band, a smart wearable or a smart device capable of tracking physiological parameters.

[0014] In an embodiment, the wearable device (105) is further coupled with a communication device , where the communication device receives the notification.

[0015] In yet another embodiment, the modular home management device is further configured to measure at least one of the environment parameters in the vicinity of the user, to determine if at least one vital parameters of the user is beyond the threshold.

[0016] In yet another embodiment, the modular home management device is configured to determine its proximity to the wearable device to determine that the modular home management device and the wearable device are in the same vicinity.

[0017] In yet another embodiment, the modular home management device is coupled to a cloud platform, wherein the modular home management device sends the at least one of the environment parameters and at least one vital parameter to the cloud platform for determining optimum operating parameters for the plurality of air comfort modules.

[0018] In one embodiment, the plurality of air comfort modules are adapted to be docked to the modular home management device 101 via one or more pin interfaces or a wirelessly using a wireless technology. Further, the plurality of air comfort modules are detachable with the modular home management device. In another embodiment, the plurality of air comfort modules is manually docked with the modular home management device.

[0019] In a further embodiment, the modular home management device comprises a display unit for displaying at least one of the environment parameters and the at least one vital parameter of the user.

[0020] According to yet another embodiment, the present invention provides a method for managing home environment, comprising: measuring, by a wearable device, at least one vital parameters of a user, transmitting, by the wearable device, the measured at least vital parameter of the user with a modular home management device, comparing, by the modular home management device, at least one vital parameters of the user with predetermined thresholds, determining, by the modular home management device, if at least one vital parameters of the user is beyond the predetermined threshold, determining at least one of the plurality of the air comfort modules suitable for changing environmental parameters for optimizing ambient conditions based on the determination that at least one of the vital parameters of the user is beyond the predetermined thresholds, sending a notification the wearable device for recommending the at least one of the plurality of the air comfort modules, determining that the at least one of the plurality of the air comfort module is docked with the modular home management device, controlling at least one docked air comfort module to optimize the ambient conditions for the user for stabilizing the at least one of the vital parameters of the user that is beyond the predetermined thresholds.

[0021] In an embodiment, the method comprises measuring at least one environment parameter in the vicinity of the user, to determine if at least one vital parameter of the user is beyond the predetermined threshold.

[0022] In yet another embodiment, the method comprises determining its proximity to the wearable device to determine that the modular home management device and the wearable device are in the same vicinity.

[0023] In yet another embodiment, the method comprises sending, by the modular home management device, at least one of the environment parameters and the at least one vital parameter to a cloud platform for determining optimum operating parameters for the plurality of air comfort modules.

[0024] In another embodiment, the method comprises displaying at least one of the environment parameters and the at least one vital parameter of the user on a display unit.

[0025] Other aspects and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following description, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, illustrating by way of example the principles of the invention.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] The accompanying drawings constitute a part of the description and are used to provide further understanding of the present invention. Such accompanying drawings illustrate the embodiments of the present invention which are used to describe the principles of the present invention. The embodiments are illustrated by way of example and not by way of limitation in the figures of the accompanying drawings in which like references indicate similar elements. It should be noted that references to “an” or “one” embodiment in this invention are not necessarily to the same embodiment, and they mean at least one. In the drawings:

[0027] FIG. 1 illustrates an example working environment of the modular home management device, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0028] FIG. 2A illustrates a first method for maintaining the quality of the user’s environment, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0029] FIG. 2B illustrates a second method for maintaining the quality of the user’s environment, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0030] FIGs 3 -7 illustrate the structure, modules, and attachment methodologies of the modular home management device, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0031] FIG. 8 illustrates a general block diagram of the modular home management device (101), according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0032] The detailed description set forth below in connection with the appended drawings is intended as a description of various embodiments of the present invention and is not intended to represent the only embodiments in which the present invention may be practiced.

[0033] Each embodiment described in this disclosure is provided merely as an example or illustration of the present invention, and should not necessarily be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments. The detailed description includes specific details for the purpose of providing a thorough understanding of the present invention. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention may be practiced without these specific details.

[0034] The invention relates to a modular home management device that maintains air quality of a user’s environment based on environmental parameters, user’s vital parameters, and stress levels. In an embodiment, the modular home management device monitors the performance of air comfort appliances and the effects it is having on the user and maintains the air quality of the user’s environment based on the environmental parameters and the user’s vital parameters. This enables maximizing user health and comfort.

[0035] According to an embodiment, the environmental parameters may include, but are not limited to, temperature levels, air quality levels, humidity levels, airflow levels, ventilation levels, concentration of various impurities in the atmosphere, and the like. Further, the vital parameters may include, but are not limited to, heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation level, perspiration level, glucose level, palpitation rate, and the like.

[0036] FIG. 1 illustrates a system for a modular home environment management according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment, the system for home environment management includes a modular home management device 101 coupled with a plurality of aircomfort modules 103. In one embodiment, the plurality of air comfort modules 103 are adapted to be docked to the modular home management device 101 via one or more pin interface. According to some embodiments, the plurality of air comfort modules 103 are adapted to be docked to the modular home management device 101 wirelessly using a wireless technology. As an example, the wireless technology may include, but are not limited to, a Bluetooth technology, Wi-Fi, an NFC (Near Field Communication), Local Area Network (LAN), and the like. Accordingly, the air comfort modules 103 are capable of being docked based on the user comfort. In the exemplary FIG.l a single air comfort module 103 is shown, however, one or more air comfort modules 103 may be docked with the air comfort module 103. Further, a single or a plural air comfort module 103 may be combinedly labelled as ‘ 103’.

[0037] The plurality of air comfort modules may include, for example, an air purifier, air cooler, humidifier, de-humidifier, and the like. Further, the modular home management device 101 may be wirelessly connected with a wearable device 105. In an embodiment, the wearable device 105 is worn by the user. In an embodiment, the wearable device 105 is one of a smart ring, a smart band, a smart wearable or a smart device capable of tracking physiological parameters of the user. According to an embodiment, the wearable device 105 is further coupled with a communication device 109. In a non-limiting example, the communication device 109 may be a hand-held device, mobile device, a smart phone or any smart device. The communication device is capable to receive a notification.

[0038] According to an example embodiment, the modular home management device 101 includes a measurement unit that monitors the environmental parameters in the vicinity of the user to determine if at least one vital parameters of the user is beyond predetermined thresholds. In an embodiment, the modular home management device 101 measures at least one environment parameter in the vicinity of the user. The environmental parameters may include, but are not limited to, temperature levels, air quality levels, humidity levels, airflow levels, ventilation levels, concentration of various impurities in the atmosphere, light intensity, UV rays, noise levels, and the like.

[0039] In a further embodiment, the modular home management device 101 is configured to determine its proximity to the wearable device 105 to determine that the modular home management device 101 and the wearable device 105 are in the same vicinity or location. In an embodiment, the wearable device 105 monitors the vital parameter of the user.

[0040] Further, the modular home management device 101 may receive the vital parameters from the wearable device 105. In an embodiment, the vital parameters of the user may include, but are not limited to, heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation level, perspiration level, glucose level, palpitation rate, and the like.

[0041] As an example, the modular home management device 101 monitors a variety of environmental parameters and detects health metrics to enhance the well-being of the user. The modular home management device 101 tracks carbon dioxide (CO2) levels for air freshness, particulate matter (PM) for respiratory health, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from household items. Further, the modular home management device 101 monitors the temperature and humidity levels to maintain comfort, while light intensity aids in optimizing sleep and productivity. The modular home management device 101 also detects ultraviolet (UV) exposure, noise levels, formaldehyde (HCHO), and pollen that can exacerbate respiratory issues. Additional features include carbon monoxide detection, snore detection, and smoke detection. With UltraSync technology, the modular home management device 101 integrates data from the wearable ring to provide real-time insights into how environmental factors influence the health of the user, allowing for personalized tracking and improvement of wellbeing.

[0042] According to an embodiment, the modular home management device 101 takes environmental parameters from the measurement unit, and the vital parameters from the wearable device 105 and provides to a cloud platform 107 for further processing and determining whether any of the parameters are beyond a predetermined threshold making the home environment unsuitable for comfort to the user. In an embodiment, the modular home management device 101 is coupled to the cloud platform 107, wherein the modular home management device 101 sends the at least one of the environment parameters and at least one vital parameter to the cloud platform 107 for determining optimum operating parameters for the plurality of air comfort modules 103.

[0043] In an embodiment, the modular home management device 101 is configured to receive at least one vital parameter of the user from the wearable device 105, compare the at least one vital parameter of the user with the predetermined thresholds, determine if at least one vital parameters of the user is beyond the predetermined thresholds. In an embodiment, the cloud platform 107 determines whether the user and the modular home management device 101 are in the same environment. By verifying that the user and the modular home management device101 are in the same environment, the modular home management device 101 can determine and recommend highly effective changes to the environment of the user.

[0044] Accordingly, the modular home management device 101 further determines one or more air comfort modules 103, among the plurality of air comfort modules 103, that is suitable for changing environmental parameters for optimizing ambient conditions when at least one of the vital parameter of the user is beyond the predetermined thresholds.

[0045] Further, the modular home management device 101 sends a notification to the wearable device 105 for recommending the at least one of the plurality of the air comfort modules 103. According to some embodiments, the wearable device 105 sends the recommendation to the communication device 109. Upon receiving the notification, the user manually docked the one or more air comfort module 103 via the one or more pin interfaces. As the one or more air comfort modules 103 get docked with the modular home management device 101, the modular home management device 101 and the docked one or more comfort modules 103 work as a unified entity.

[0046] Further, the modular home management device 101 controls the one or more air comfort module 103 to optimize the ambient conditions for the user for stabilizing the at least one vital parameter of the user that is beyond the predetermined thresholds. In particular, the modular home management device 101 sends a control signal to change the operating parameters of the one or more docked air comfort modules 103, based on determining that the at least one vital parameter of the user is beyond the determined threshold.

[0047] According to an embodiment, the modular home management device 101 filters the air of the user’s surroundings. According to some embodiments, the modular home management device 101 also controls the air comfort appliances for further maintaining the air quality of the user environment.

[0048] In a further embodiment, the modular home management device 101 comprises a display unit for displaying at least one of environment parameters, the user’s vital parameters.

[0049] According to some embodiments, the modular home management device 101 provides actionable insights through an App that is installed in the communication device 109 by measuring various aspects of indoor environment quality as explained in the above paragraphs. According to some embodiments, the modular home management device 101 aggregates datato calculate an Air Quality Index (AQI) while scoring environmental comfort based on temperature, humidity, and noise levels. Further, according to some embodiments, the modular home management device 101 assesses light exposure using RGB and IR measurements, and UV exposure levels are monitored for health safety. According to some embodiment, the modular home management device 101 offers personalized recommendations, such as opening windows to lower CO2 or activating air purifiers for particulate matter reduction. Additionally, the modular home management device 101 visualizes historical data to track changes in home conditions, sends health impact alerts when environmental levels exceed safe thresholds, and integrates seamlessly with air comfort modules 103 like purifiers and HVAC systems to automate improvements in air quality and comfort.

[0050] In an embodiment, the air comfort modules 103 are modular devices and can be attachable or docked to the modular home management device 101 via one or more pin interfaces or wirelessly using the wireless technology. The air comfort modules 103, the wearable device, and the modular home management device 101 work in conjunction as a single unified unit to maintain the best environmental quality for the user.

[0051] FIG. 2A illustrates a first method for maintaining the quality of the user’s environment, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. According to an embodiment, the method 200A depicts a method for maintaining the quality of the user’s environment. In an embodiment, the method 200A is implemented in a modular home management device 101 and the wearable device 105.

[0052] According to an embodiment, the wearable device 105 is connected to the air comfort modules 103, which is attached to the modular home management device 101. In an embodiment, the modular home management device 101 at block 203A monitors and determines whether the user is comfortable and all user vital parameters are normal based on the user comfort data 201. If it is determined that the user is comfortable and all user vital parameters are normal at block 203A, then the modular home management device 101 maintains the present environmental parameters at block 205A while maintaining current settings of the air comfort module 103. Further, if it is determined that the user is uncomfortable and / or the user vital parameters are not normal i.e. beyond the predefined threshold value at block 203A, then, at block 207A, the modular home management device 101 communicates the changes in function to the docked air comfort modules 103 for stabilizing the vital parameters of the user that are beyond the predetermined thresholds 103. Further, the modularhome management device 101, at block 209A, determines to modify the parameters of the air comfort modules 103 and checks the changes to the user comfort and vital parameters. Further, at block 211A, the modular home management device 101 determines whether the user is comfortable and / or whether all vital parameters of the user are normal if the environmental parameters are modified. Based on the determination, at block 213A, the modular home management device 101 finally modifies the parameters of the air comfort modules 103.

[0053] FIG. 2B illustrates a second method for maintaining the quality of the user’s environment, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. According to an embodiment, method 200B depicts another method for maintaining the quality of the user’s environment. In an embodiment, method 200B is implemented in the modular home management device 101 and the wearable device 105.

[0054] According to an embodiment, the wearable device 105 is connected to the air comfort module 103, which is docked with the modular home management device 101. In an embodiment, the modular home management device 101 at block 203B monitors and detects an increase in particulate matter or any other environmental parameter based on the environmental data. If it is determined that the particulate matter is not increased beyond the predetermined threshold value at block 203B, then the modular home management device 101 maintains the present environmental parameters at block 205B while maintaining current settings of the air comfort module 103. Further, if it is determined that there is an increase in the particulate matter and the user is uncomfortable and / or the user vital parameters are not normal i.e. beyond the predetermined threshold value based on the user comfort data of block 201B, then, at block 207B, the modular home management device 101 communicates the changes in function to the docked air comfort modules 103 for stabilizing the vital parameters of the user that are beyond the predetermined thresholds. Further, the modular home management device 101, at block 209B, determines to modify the parameters of the air comfort modules 103and checks the changes to user comfort and vital parameters. Further, at block 211B, the modular home management device 101 determines whether the user is comfortable and / or whether all vital parameters of the user are normal if the parameters are modified. Based on the determination, at block 213B, the modular home management device 101 finally modifies the parameters of the air comfort modules 103.

[0055] FIGs 3-7 illustrate various parts and assemblies of the modular home management device 101, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. According to anembodiment, FIGs. 3-7 illustrates a contact pad for a pogo pin interface 301 for docking the modular home management device 101 with the air comfort devices 103. In an embodiment, the pogo pin interface has one or more pin interfaces and operates as an attachment mechanism for docking air comfort modules. Further, FIG. 4 illustrates an exploded view of the contact pad for the pogo pin interface 301. In an embodiment, the pogo pin interface 301 is utilized for communication and powering up the underneath an air comfort module 103 for example, a modular filtration device. In an implementation, the modular filtration device is a part of the modular home management device 101.

[0056] In an embodiment, FIG. 5 illustrates a modular filtration device 501 with the pogo pin interface underneath. The pogo pin provides communication and control between the modular home management device and the modular filtration device 501.

[0057] FIG. 6 illustrates the filtration device 501 docked with the modular home management device 101.

[0058] FIG. 7 illustrates an electronic device 701 assembled with the modular home management device 101. In an embodiment, the electronic device 701 can be the air comfort module 103 like a cooler / humidifier module docked with the modular home management device 101

[0059] FIG. 8 illustrates a general block diagram of the modular home management device (101), according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0060] In an example, the processor 801 may be a single processing unit or a number of units, all of which could include multiple computing units. The processor 801 may be implemented as one or more microprocessors, microcomputers, microcontrollers, digital signal processors, central processing units, logical processors, virtual processors, state machines, logic circuitries, and / or any devices that manipulate signals based on operational instructions. Among other capabilities, processor 801 is configured to fetch and execute computer-readable instructions and data stored in a memory 803.

[0061] The memory 803 may include any non-transitory computer-readable medium known in the art including, for example, volatile memory, such as static random-access memory (SRAM) and dynamic random-access memory (DRAM), and / or non-volatile memory, such as read-onlymemory (ROM), erasable programmable ROM, flash memories, hard disks, optical disks, and magnetic tapes.

[0062] In an example, the unit(s) 807 may include a program, a subroutine, a portion of a program, a software component or a hardware component capable of performing a stated task or function. As used herein, the unit(s) 807 may be implemented on a hardware component such as a server independently of other modules, or a module can exist with other modules on the same server, or within the same program. The unit(s) 807 may be implemented on a hardware component such as processor, one or more microprocessors, microcomputers, microcontrollers, digital signal processors, central processing units, state machines, logic circuitries, and / or any devices that manipulate signals based on operational instructions. The unit(s) 807 when executed by the processor 801 may be configured to perform any of the described functionalities.

[0063] As a further example, the database 805 may be implemented with integrated hardware and software. The hardware may include a hardware disk controller with programmable search capabilities or a software system running on general -purpose hardware. Examples of databases are but are not limited to, in-memory databases, cloud databases, distributed databases, embedded databases, and the like. The database amongst other things, serves as a repository for storing data processed, received, and generated by one or more of the processor 801.

[0064] As an example, the display unit 809 includes a computer monitor, a touch screen, an output device capable of displaying the graphics, and the like. The display unit 809 is configured to display visual output in desktops, laptops, and workstations. The display unit 809 may come in different sizes, resolutions, and types (such as LCD, LED, or OLED).

[0065] As a further example, the network interface 811 is configured to provide and establish communication with any electronic devices, wearable devices via a public network, private network, or any wireless communication technology.

[0066] The proposed invention provides a holistic approach to maintaining the environment and ensures safety while still maintaining a level of personalization according to the user's tastes and preferences. The modular approach for docking the air comfort devices helps in enhancing the user comfort levels without the home management module being bulky. This enables maximizing user health and comfort.

[0067] The figures of the disclosure are provided to illustrate some examples of the invention described. The figures are not to limit the scope of the depicted embodiments or the appended claims. Aspects of the disclosure are described herein with reference to the invention to example embodiments for illustration. It should be understood that specific details, relationships, and method are set forth to provide a full understanding of the example embodiments. One of ordinary skill in the art recognize the example embodiments can be practiced without one or more specific details and / or with other methods.

[0068] Similarly, while operations are depicted in the drawings in a particular order, this should not be understood as requiring that such operations be performed in the particular order shown or in sequential order, or that all illustrated operations be performed, to achieve desirable results. In certain circumstances, multitasking and parallel processing may be advantageous. Moreover, the separation of various system components in the embodiments described above should not be understood as requiring such separation in all embodiments, and it should be understood that the described program components and systems can generally be integrated together in a single software product or packaged into multiple software products.

[0069] While this specification contains many specific implementation details, these should not be construed as limitations on the scope of any disclosures or of what may be claimed, but rather as descriptions of features specific to particular embodiments of particular disclosures. Certain features that are described herein in the context of separate embodiments can also be implemented in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, various features that are described in the context of a single embodiment can also be implemented in multiple embodiments separately or in any suitable sub combination. Moreover, although features may be described above as acting in certain combinations and even initially claimed as such, one or more features from a claimed combination can in some cases be excised from the combination, and the claimed combination may be directed to a sub combination or variation of a sub combination.

[0070] Thus, particular embodiments of the subject matter have been described. Other embodiments are within the scope of the following claims. In some cases, the actions recited in the claims can be performed in a different order and still achieve desirable results. In addition, the processes depicted in the accompanying figures do not necessarily require the particular order shown, or sequential order, to achieve desirable results. In certain implementations, multitasking and parallel processing may be advantageous.

[0071] It is to be understood that the disclosure is not to be limited to the specific embodiments disclosed, and that modifications and other embodiments are intended to be included within the scope of the appended claims. Although specific terms are employed herein, they are used in a generic and descriptive sense only and not for purposes of limitation, unless described otherwise.

[0072] The terms “or” and “and / or” as used herein are to be interpreted as inclusive or meaning any one or any combination. Therefore, “A, B or C” or “A, B and / or C” mean “any of the following: A; B; C; A and B; A and C; B and C; A, B and C.” An exception to this definition will occur only when a combination of elements, functions, steps or acts are in some way inherently mutually exclusive.

[0073] Any combination of the above features and functionalities may be used in accordance with one or more embodiments. In the foregoing specification, embodiments have been described with reference to numerous specific details that may vary from implementation to implementation. The specification and drawings are, accordingly, to be regarded in an illustrative rather than a restrictive sense. The sole and exclusive indicator of the scope of the invention, and what is intended by the applicants to be the scope of the invention, is the literal and equivalent scope of the set as claimed in claims that issue from this application, in the specific form in which such claims issue, including any subsequent correction.

Claims

WE CLAIM:

1. A system for managing home environment, comprising: a wearable device 105 configured to measure at least one vital parameter of a user; a modular home management device 101 wirelessly coupled to the wearable device 105; and a plurality of air comfort modules 103 adapted to be docked to the modular home management device 101 , wherein the modular home management device 101 is configured to: receive at least one vital parameter of the user from the wearable device 105; compare the at least one vital parameter of the user with predetermined thresholds; determine if the at least one vital parameter of the user is beyond the predetermined thresholds; determine at least one of the plurality of the air comfort modules 103 suitable for changing environmental parameters for optimizing ambient conditions based on the determination that at least one of the vital parameter of the user is beyond the predetermined thresholds; send a notification the wearable device for recommending the at least one of the plurality of the air comfort modules 103; determine that the at least one of the plurality of the air comfort module 103 is docked with the modular home management device 101; and control at least one docked air comfort module to optimize the ambient conditions for the user for stabilizing the at least one vital parameter of the user that is beyond the predetermined thresholds.

2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the environmental parameters include at least one of temperature levels, air quality levels, humidity levels, airflow levels, ventilation levels, concentration of various impurities in an atmosphere.

3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the at least one vital parameter include at least one of heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation level, perspiration level, glucose level, palpitation rate.

4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the wearable device 105 is one of a smart ring, a smart band, a smart wearable or a smart device capable of tracking physiological parameters.

5. The system as claimed in claim 4, wherein the wearable device 105 is further coupled with a communication device, wherein the communication device receives the notification.

6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the modular home management device 101 is further configured to measure at least one of the environment parameters in a vicinity of the user, to determine if the at least one vital parameter of the user is beyond the predetermined thresholds.

7. The system as claimed in claim 5, wherein the modular home management device 101 is configured to determine its proximity to the wearable device 105 to determine that the modular home management device 101 and the wearable device 105 are in same vicinity.

8. The system as claimed in claim 5, wherein the modular home management device 101 is coupled to a cloud platform 107, and wherein the modular home management device 101 sends the at least one of the environment parameters and the at least one vital parameter to the cloud platform 107 for determining optimum operating parameters for the plurality of air comfort modules 103.

9. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of air comfort modules 103 are adapted to be docked to the modular home management device 101 via one or more pin interfaces or a wirelessly using a wireless technology.

10. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein at least one of the plurality of air comfort modules 103 is manually docked with the modular home management device 101.

11. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the modular home management device 101 comprises a display unit for displaying at least one of the environment parameters, the at least one vital parameter of the user.

12. A method for managing home environment, comprising: measuring, by a wearable device 105, at least one vital parameter of a user; transmitting, by the wearable device 105, the measured at least one vital parameter of the user to a modular home management device 105; comparing, by the modular home management device 105, the at least one vital parameter of the user with predetermined thresholds; determining, by the modular home management device 105, if the at least one vital parameter of the user is beyond the predetermined thresholds; determining at least one of a plurality of air comfort modules 103 suitable for changing environmental parameters for optimizing ambient conditions based on the determination that at least one of the vital parameters of the user is beyond the predetermined thresholds; sending a notification the wearable device 105 for recommending the at least one of the plurality of air comfort modules 103; determining that the at least one of the plurality of air comfort modules 103 is docked with the modular home management device 101; and controlling at least one docked air comfort module to optimize the ambient conditions for the user for stabilizing the at least one of the vital parameters of the user that is beyond the predetermined thresholds.

13. The method as claimed in claim 12, wherein the environmental parameters include at least one of temperature levels, air quality levels, humidity levels, airflow levels, ventilation levels, concentration of various impurities in an atmosphere.

14. The method as claimed in claim 12, wherein the at least one vital parameter includes at least one of heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation level, perspiration level, glucose level, palpitation rate.

15. The method as claimed in claim 12, wherein the wearable device 105 is one of a smart ring, a smart band, a smart wearable or a smart device capable of tracking physiological parameters.

16. The method as claimed in claim 15, wherein the wearable device 105 is further coupled with a communication device , wherein the communication device receives the notification.

17. The method as claimed in claim 12, further comprising: measuring at least one of the environment parameters in a vicinity of the user, to determine if the at least one vital parameter of the user is beyond the predetermined thresholds.

18. The method as claimed in claim 17, further comprising: determining proximity to the wearable device 105 to determine that the modular home management device 101 and the wearable device 105 are in same vicinity.

19. The method as claimed in claim 17, further comprising: sending, by the modular home management device 101, at least one of the environment parameters and the at least one vital parameter to a cloud platform 107 for determining optimum operating parameters for the plurality of air comfort modules 103.

20. The method as claimed in claim 12, wherein the plurality of air comfort modules 103 are adapted to be docked to the modular home management device 101 via one or more pin interfaces or a wirelessly using a wireless technology.

21. The method as claimed in claim 12, further comprising: displaying at least one of the environment parameters and the at least one vital parameter of the user on a display unit.

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