Dynamic Model Name Update for Image Forming Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Image forming devices often have model names that do not match their actual functions due to changes in provided functions, leading to user confusion and inconvenience, as the model names are not automatically updated to reflect these changes.
Innovation Solution
An image forming device and a host device collaborate to identify changes in functions and automatically update the model name and display name to ensure they match, using a processor to execute instructions that compare the initial model name with a new model name based on rules set by the manufacturer, and the host device updates the display name accordingly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If the model name is assigned at the time of manufacture based on initial functions, then the manufacturing process is simple and costs are reduced, but the model name does not match the actual functions when functions change later
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic model name updating by detecting function changes during device operation and automatically updating the model name to reflect current functions. The processor monitors function status changes and triggers model name updates when changes are detected, transforming the static model name assignment into a dynamic system that adapts to functional changes.
Solution Approach 2:
The image forming device performs self-updating of its model name by detecting its own function changes and automatically updating the model name without requiring external intervention. The device's processor identifies function changes and executes the model name update autonomously, enabling the system to serve itself in maintaining accurate function information.
2Loss of information
If the model name is manually updated when functions change, then the function information remains accurate, but user workload increases and convenience decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The system eliminates manual updates by implementing automatic detection of function changes and autonomous model name updating. The processor monitors function status and automatically updates the model name when changes are detected, freeing users from the burden of manual updates while ensuring function information remains accurate.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the processor continuously monitors function status changes and uses this information to trigger model name updates. The system detects function changes, processes this information, and automatically updates the model name accordingly, creating a closed-loop feedback system that maintains information accuracy without user intervention.
3Loss of information
If the display name in the host device is updated manually, then consistency with the device's actual functions is maintained, but time is lost and productivity decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary action by having the image forming device proactively detect function changes and automatically notify or update the host device before the user becomes aware of the discrepancy. This prevents inconsistency from occurring in the first place, eliminating the need for manual updates and saving user time.
Solution Approach 2:
The system establishes a feedback loop where the image forming device detects function changes and automatically communicates these changes to the host device, which then updates its display name accordingly. This automated feedback mechanism ensures consistency between the device's actual functions and the displayed information without requiring manual intervention.
4Loss of information
If automatic model name updating is implemented, then function information remains accurate and user convenience improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service by enabling the image forming device to autonomously detect its own function changes and automatically update its model name without requiring external systems or complex infrastructure. The device uses its existing processor and memory to perform these functions, leveraging available resources to minimize added complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies multi-functionality by using the existing processor to perform both its original control functions and the additional function of detecting function changes and updating the model name. The memory serves dual purposes by storing both operational data and model name information. This approach minimizes added complexity by making existing components perform multiple functions.
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AI summary
An example image forming device includes a processor and a memory to store instructions executable by the processor. The processor is to execute the instructions to identify a first model name of the image forming device and a fixed name of the image forming device, identify functions provided by the image forming device, identify a second model name of the image forming device, according to rules set according to the fixed name, based on the functions provided by the image forming device, and change the first model name to the second model name.