Active Pen Storage and Transfer for Easier Cross-Device Input
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing information input/output systems require cumbersome operations to transfer information corresponding to an indication operation performed by an indication operation device, such as an electronic pen, to another device.
Innovation Solution
An information input/output system comprising an indication operation device with electrodes, signal generation and reception circuits, and a storage device, and an information processing device with a processor and transmission circuits, allowing direct signal transmission and storage between the devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If information is transferred using conventional methods (temporary storage in information processing device followed by manual transfer to USB memory or card-type memory), then information can be transferred between devices, but the operation becomes troublesome and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the information storage function from the information processing device and places it directly in the indication operation device. The indication operation device includes an information storage device that can store information received from the information processing device, eliminating the need for temporary storage in the information processing device and subsequent manual transfer operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The indication operation device is given multiple functions: it not only performs indication operations but also stores information received from the information processing device and can transfer that information to external devices. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate manual transfer steps using USB memory or card-type memory.
2Productivity
If information is temporarily stored in the information processing device before transfer, then information can be transferred to external devices, but the transfer process involves troublesome operations
Solution Approach 1:
The indication operation device preliminarily stores information received from the information processing device in its own information storage device. This preliminary action enables the device to later transfer the stored information to external devices without requiring time-consuming manual transfer operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The indication operation device acts as an intermediary between the information processing device and external devices. It receives information from the information processing device, stores it locally, and then transfers it to external devices, eliminating the need for the information processing device to directly manage the transfer process and reducing operational complexity.
3Ease of operation
If the indication operation device includes information storage and transmission functions, then information can be easily transferred to external devices, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the information storage function and information transmission function into the indication operation device. The device includes an information storage device for storing received information and a transmitter for transmitting stored information to external devices, combining multiple functions into a single integrated device.
Solution Approach 2:
The indication operation device is designed with multi-functionality, serving as both an indication device and an information storage and transfer device. This universal design allows the device to perform indication operations, store information, and transfer information to external devices, reducing the need for separate devices and simplifying the overall system.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables easy acquisition and transfer of information from the indication operation device to another device through simple operations, eliminating the need for temporary storage and manual transfer methods.
Implementation Method 1
a first transmission circuit which, in operation, transmits the signal from the signal generation circuit to the sensor of the information processing device through the first electrode or the second electrode
Implementation Method 2
a reception circuit which, in operation, receives information from the information processing device through the first electrode or the second electrode
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed herein is an active pen that includes a casing and an integrated circuit disposed in the casing. In operation, the integrated circuit acquires information from a first device with via a first wireless communication, stores the information, and transmits the information to a second device via a second wireless communication.