Bluetooth Device Positioning via Shake Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current technologies face challenges in efficiently determining the position of nearby devices during data sharing, BLUETOOTH connections, or device searches, especially when multiple devices of the same model are present, leading to duplicate device names and increased user difficulty in selection.
Innovation Solution
A device positioning method that utilizes a shake operation to prompt the user to move the terminal, sending BLUETOOTH positioning signals to nearby devices at multiple positions, and calculating their positions based on signal strength values, allowing for accurate display of relative direction and distance on the user interface.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If multiple surrounding devices of the same model are displayed with default device names, then the terminal can discover all available devices, but duplicate device names increase difficulty in identifying and determining the target device
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies visual differentiation by displaying color-coded indicators or graphical representations showing the relative position and direction of each surrounding device. Different devices are represented with different visual characteristics (colors, icons, or graphical elements) that indicate their spatial relationship to the terminal, allowing users to distinguish between devices with identical names through their visual presentation rather than relying solely on text labels.
2Adaptability or versatility
If device names are displayed for user selection, then the user can choose the target device, but duplicate names reduce sharing efficiency and increase selection time
Solution Approach 1:
The patent adds spatial dimension information to the device selection interface by displaying graphical representations that show the relative position and direction of surrounding devices. Instead of relying solely on one-dimensional text labels (device names), the system presents two-dimensional visual cues including directional indicators and positional relationships, creating an additional dimension of information that helps users quickly identify and select the correct device without confusion from duplicate names.
3Quantity of substance
If traditional device search methods are used, then devices can be discovered, but devices near the terminal cannot be quickly positioned among many surrounding devices
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary positioning and spatial arrangement of device information before the user needs to select a target. When devices are discovered, the system immediately calculates and displays their relative positions, directions, and distances from the terminal in a visual format. This preliminary organization of spatial information allows users to quickly locate and identify the target device without needing to manually search through lists or wait for additional processing during the selection phase.
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
This method enables users to quickly and accurately identify nearby devices for data sharing, BLUETOOTH connections, or searches, improving user experience and efficiency by eliminating the confusion caused by duplicate device names.
Implementation Method 1
The first electronic device sends a BLUETOOTH positioning signal to the second electronic device at each of a first position and a second position
Implementation Method 2
The first response information includes: a first signal strength value of the BLUETOOTH positioning signal that is sent by the first electronic device at the first position and is received by the second electronic device
Data Source
AI summary
A device positioning method includes a first electronic device sending, at each of a first position and a second position, a BLUETOOTH positioning signal to a second electronic device in response to a detected shake operation performed on the first electronic device. The first electronic device receives first response information sent by the second electronic device. The first electronic device determines first position information of the second electronic device based on the first response information. The first electronic device displays a second interface, and the second interface includes the first position information and the identifier of the second electronic device.