Accessory Identification Using Compact Trigger Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for identifying electronic product accessories are costly and occupy a large space, with existing solutions like code scanning and NFC card reading being resource-intensive and power-consuming.
Innovation Solution
A method using detection elements and trigger elements on the host and accessory, respectively, where the status information of detection elements is labeled as triggered or untriggered based on the presence of matching trigger elements, allowing for accessory identification with reduced cost and space.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If code scanning or NFC card reading methods are used for accessory identification, then identification accuracy is improved, but device complexity and space occupation increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the identification function from complex systems (code scanners, NFC readers) and implements it through simple detection elements that sense the presence or absence of trigger elements. This reduces device complexity while maintaining identification capability through a minimalistic sensing approach.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces expensive, complex identification hardware with inexpensive detection elements and trigger elements. These simple components achieve identification functionality without the high cost and complexity of traditional code scanning or NFC systems.
2Measurement precision
If code scanning or NFC card reading methods are used for accessory identification, then identification accuracy is improved, but occupied space increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the essential identification function from space-consuming hardware (cameras, scanners, NFC antennas) and implements it through compact detection elements. This reduces the physical space required for identification while preserving the core functionality of detecting accessory types.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses space-efficient detection elements and trigger elements that occupy minimal area compared to traditional identification hardware. This allows the system to maintain identification accuracy while significantly reducing the occupied space on the electronic product host.
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional accessory identification methods are used, then identification capability is achieved, but cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces expensive identification hardware with inexpensive detection elements and trigger elements. These low-cost components maintain identification capability across different accessory types while significantly reducing manufacturing costs compared to traditional code scanning or NFC systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal identification system where detection elements and trigger elements can identify multiple accessory types through different arrangement patterns. This multi-functional approach eliminates the need for separate identification systems for each accessory type, reducing overall cost while maintaining versatility.
4Measurement precision
If code scanning or NFC methods are used, then identification accuracy is improved, but power consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the identification function from power-intensive systems (code scanners, NFC readers) and implements it through passive detection elements. This reduces power consumption significantly while maintaining identification accuracy through simple presence/absence sensing of trigger elements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses passive detection elements and trigger elements that consume minimal power compared to active scanning or communication systems. This low-power approach maintains identification capability while dramatically reducing energy consumption during accessory detection.
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
The method enables accurate identification of accessory types with low hardware complexity and minimal space occupation, while avoiding issues of resource consumption and security risks associated with code scanning and NFC.
Implementation Method 1
each of the at least one detection element includes a Hall sensor, and each of the at least one trigger element includes a magnet; obtaining the status information of the at least one detection element of the host includes: transmitting by the Hall sensor one of a high-level signal and a low-level signal and labeling the status information of the Hall sensor as triggered based on a fact that the Hall sensor detects a matched magnet in a corresponding position
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed are a method and device for identification of accessory, an electronic device, and a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium. The method for identification of accessory includes: providing a host assembled with at least one accessory, where the host is provided with at least one detection element; obtaining status information of the at least one detection element, where each of the at least one accessory is provided with at least one trigger element, where the status information includes triggered and untriggered; determining arrangement of the at least one trigger element of the respective accessory according to the status information of each of the at least one detection element; and determining a type of the respective accessory according to the arrangement of the at least one trigger element. The method for identification of accessory achieves identification of type of accessory along with a reduced cost and occupied space.