Game Controller Infrared Emitter Integration for Universal Device Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional game apparatuses with remote control functions require players to switch between input devices, leading to inefficiency and inconvenience, as they need to use a separate remote control for controlling devices during gameplay, disrupting the gaming experience.
Innovation Solution
A game apparatus that integrates infrared radiation means for controlling other devices, allowing the input device to select and transmit signal patterns wirelessly to control target devices, such as TVs or remote control cars, enabling single-handed operation and seamless integration of device control within gameplay.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a separate remote control transmitter is used to control external devices, then the device can be controlled, but the player must switch between input devices during gameplay, reducing operational efficiency and user experience
Solution Approach 1:
The input device is designed to perform multiple functions: it serves as both a game controller and a universal remote control for external devices. The input device includes a storage unit that stores control signals for various external devices, and a transmission unit that can transmit these signals to control TVs, audio equipment, and other devices, eliminating the need for separate remote controls
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines the game control functionality and remote control functionality into a single integrated input device. The control unit processes both game inputs and remote control commands, merging two previously separate functions into one unified device that can seamlessly switch between game playing and device control modes
2Productivity
If the input device is used for both game control and device control, then operational efficiency is improved, but the device must store and manage multiple signal patterns, increasing internal complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The control signals for various external devices are pre-stored in the storage unit of the input device. This preliminary preparation of control signals allows the device to instantly transmit the appropriate signal without requiring real-time processing or user configuration, maintaining gameplay continuity while managing signal complexity internally
Solution Approach 2:
The control unit acts as an intermediary that manages the storage and transmission of multiple signal patterns. It receives input from the player, determines whether the input is for game control or device control, and automatically selects and transmits the appropriate pre-stored signal pattern, shielding the user from the complexity of signal management
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
Enables players to control additional devices without leaving the input device, enhancing gameplay by associating virtual and real-world motions, reducing the need for multiple remote controls and improving user experience through integrated device operation.
Implementation Method 1
The game apparatus is capable of controlling infrared radiation means (markers 6R and 6L) for radiating infrared light
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AI summary
A game apparatus is capable of controlling infrared radiation emitters for radiating infrared light. The game apparatus executes game processing using imaging information on the infrared light obtained from an input device. The input device takes an image of the infrared light radiated by the infrared radiation emitters, and also receives an input from a user. The game apparatus comprises pattern storage means; selection means; and radiation control means. The pattern storage means stores at least one signal pattern of an infrared signal usable by a control target device. The selection means selects at least one of the at least one signal pattern stored by the pattern storage means, using the input received by the input device. The radiation control means causes the infrared radiation emitters to output an infrared signal of the signal pattern selected by the selection means.