Device control system
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current environment control systems in buildings rely on multiple electronic devices that often require manual operation, leading to inefficiencies such as energy wastage, inconvenience, and increased storage needs due to the lack of smart control systems.
Innovation Solution
An environment control system comprising a first panel with sensing and processing modules for data collection and user input, and a second panel with physical controllers, enabling smart control of devices like lighting, temperature, and security systems through wireless communication and sensors, allowing for automated and energy-efficient operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If physical switches are used for controlling electronic devices, then the control is simple and reliable, but the convenience and energy efficiency are poor
Solution Approach 1:
The control system automatically detects occupancy through sensors and controls devices without manual intervention. The system serves itself by making intelligent decisions based on environmental data, eliminating the need for users to manually operate switches while preventing energy waste through automated off-state detection.
Solution Approach 2:
The system continuously monitors environmental parameters such as occupancy, temperature, and light levels through sensors. This feedback loop enables the system to adjust device states dynamically, turning devices off when not needed and on when required, thereby improving both convenience and energy efficiency simultaneously.
2Extent of automation
If manual control methods are used, then the device structure is simple, but the automation level is low
Solution Approach 1:
The control system is divided into independent functional modules including sensing modules for detecting environmental parameters, processing modules for analyzing data and making decisions, and control modules for executing commands. This segmentation allows each module to perform its specific function efficiently while maintaining overall system manageability despite increased automation capabilities.
3Adaptability or versatility
If sensors and processing modules are integrated into panels, then the control functionality is enhanced, but the panel structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The panel is designed as a multi-functional integration platform that combines sensing capabilities, processing capabilities, and control capabilities into a single unified device. This universal panel can detect various environmental parameters, process the collected data through integrated algorithms, and control multiple types of devices, thereby enhancing adaptability without requiring separate components for each function.
Data Source
AI summary
The present application relates to an environment control system. The environment control system is capable of detecting variations of natural environment and artificial environment, and control the use of electronic devices automatically or semi-automatically. Based on collected information stored in a built-in storage module, the environment control system may calculate and learn the user's habit of use with respect to the electronic devices using network connection.