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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional air-blowing apparatus control methods require users to specify air-blowing positions using remote controls, which can be cumbersome, especially when multiple positions need to be detected, and depend on the number of remote controls available.
Innovation Solution
A communication device with a display is used to control an air-blowing apparatus by inputting horizontal and vertical positions through a plan view and profile view, respectively, allowing for simple operation and association of user inputs with corresponding air-blowing positions, enabling the generation and transmission of control data to the air-blowing apparatus.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional remote control methods are used to detect transmission position, then the air-blowing apparatus can control airflow direction, but the operation becomes cumbersome especially when multiple positions need to be detected
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical remote control system with an image recognition system using a camera. The communication device captures images of the room, detects the positions of multiple users automatically through image processing, and determines airflow directions without requiring manual remote control operations for each user. This substitution of mechanical operation with automated visual detection resolves the contradiction by making the system easier to operate while reducing the time required for position detection.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple remote controls are used to detect multiple positions, then more positions can be detected, but the system depends on the number of remote controls available
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal image recognition system that can detect the positions of multiple users simultaneously using a single communication device with a camera. The system processes images to identify multiple transmission positions and determines airflow directions for each user without requiring additional remote controls. This multi-functional approach resolves the contradiction by enabling the detection of multiple positions while eliminating the need for multiple remote controls, thereby reducing system complexity.
3Measurement precision
If manual remote control operation is used, then users can specify air-blowing positions, but the configuration of airflow direction becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a self-service system where the camera automatically captures images, detects user positions, and determines airflow directions without requiring manual input from users. The system processes the visual information autonomously to configure airflow directions for multiple users simultaneously. This self-service approach resolves the contradiction by maintaining precise position detection through automated image recognition while eliminating the operational complexity of manual remote control configuration.
Data Source
AI summary
A first detection unit detects a horizontal air-blowing position inputted by a user using a plan view of a room included in an operation screen. A second detection unit detects a vertical air-blowing position inputted by the user using a profile view included in the operation screen. A generation unit determines an airflow direction of an air conditioner from the horizontal air-blowing position detected by the first detection unit and the vertical air-blowing position detected by the second detection unit, and generates control data that specifies the determined airflow direction.