Doorbell Wireless Notification via Remote Computing Device
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional doorbells do not effectively alert remotely located individuals when someone is trying to communicate with them, as the alerting sound may not be heard by those not in close proximity, leading to a need for devices and methods to remotely notify occupants of visitor presence.
Innovation Solution
A doorbell system that wirelessly communicates with a remotely located computing device, using a speaker, microphone, camera, and button to detect visitor presence and send notifications via wireless networks, including the Internet and cellular networks, allowing for remote communication and configuration.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a conventional doorbell uses a local alerting sound (chime) to notify occupants of visitor presence, then the notification can be immediate and simple, but the notification cannot reach remotely located individuals who cannot hear the sound
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a remotely located computing device as an intermediary between the doorbell and the occupant. The doorbell sends wireless notifications to the computing device, which then relays information to the occupant via audio output, display screen, or other notification mechanisms, enabling remote individuals to receive doorbell alerts without being physically present near the doorbell
Solution Approach 2:
The patent extends the notification system from a local spatial dimension (sound waves propagating through air near the doorbell) to a remote dimension by utilizing wireless communication networks and electronic devices. This allows notifications to reach occupants regardless of their physical location, transforming the notification delivery from proximity-based to network-based
2Ease of operation
If a doorbell system adds wireless communication capabilities to enable remote notification, then remote accessibility is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent leverages the multi-functionality of remotely located computing devices that already exist in most households (smartphones, tablets, computers). These devices serve multiple purposes including communication, information display, and doorbell notification reception. By utilizing existing multi-functional devices rather than introducing dedicated new hardware, the system adds remote notification capability without proportionally increasing overall system complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The doorbell system is configured to automatically connect to wireless networks and send notifications to remotely located computing devices without requiring manual intervention. The system performs self-configuration and self-notification, reducing the operational complexity for users while maintaining enhanced remote accessibility
Data Source
AI summary
A doorbell system can be configured to detect a weather event. The doorbell system can comprise a doorbell, a button coupled to the doorbell, and a pressure sensor coupled to the doorbell. As well, the doorbell system can determine an occurrence of a weather event and thereby transmit weather data to a remote server that is remotely located with respect to the doorbell system.