Gesture-Controlled Mobile Device with Motion Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing toy devices, particularly those controlled by remote controls, can be complex for small children to operate and require power sources for both the device and the controller, making them less accessible and user-friendly.
Innovation Solution
A mobile device equipped with a motion detection system that allows users to control its movements through hand gestures, eliminating the need for physical interaction with control buttons and utilizing a processor to manage motor operations based on detected hand movements, thereby simplifying operation and reducing power requirements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a remote control device is used to control the mobile device, then the mobile device can be controlled remotely, but the control becomes complicated for small children and requires power sources for both devices
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the control function from a separate remote control device and integrates it into the mobile device itself through motion detection sensors. This eliminates the need for an external controller, reducing the number of power sources required and simplifying the control mechanism to just body movements rather than complex button operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile device detects and responds to the user's body movements directly, allowing the user to control the device through natural gestures rather than requiring a separate control device. The device serves itself by using its own sensors to detect control inputs, eliminating the need for an external remote control and its associated power source.
2Ease of operation
If a remote control device is used to control the mobile device, then the mobile device can be controlled remotely, but power supply is required for both the toy device and the remote device
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes the external remote control device entirely and extracts the control functionality into the mobile device itself through integrated motion detection sensors. This eliminates one power source requirement, as only the mobile device needs power rather than both the device and a separate controller.
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile device uses its own power source to operate both its functions and its control detection system. By integrating the motion detection sensors and control processing into the mobile device itself, the system eliminates the need for a second power source that would be required for an external remote control device.
3Measurement precision
If traditional control buttons are used, then precise control is achieved, but the operation becomes complex and less accessible for small children
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical button-pressing system with an optical or motion detection system that senses body movements. Instead of requiring precise mechanical interaction with buttons, the system uses sensors to detect gestures and translate them into control commands, making control more accessible while maintaining precision through digital signal processing.
Solution Approach 2:
The control interface changes from discrete button presses to continuous motion parameters. The motion detection system captures multiple parameters such as movement direction, speed, and gesture type, allowing for precise control through natural body movements rather than requiring precise button pressing technique.
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
The solution enables easy, intuitive control of the mobile device by small children without the need for complex button operations or power sources, enhancing user experience and accessibility while reducing power consumption.
Implementation Method 1
a motion detection system coupled with the control structure and configured to detect a plurality of different movements of a user
Data Source
AI summary
A mobile device includes a body, at least one drive wheel coupled with the body, a control structure configured to automatically control rotational movements of the at least one drive wheel so as to selectively control movement of the body, and a motion detection system coupled with the control structure and configured to detect a plurality of different movements of a user. The control structure controls rotational movements of the at least one drive wheel to effect different movements of the body based upon different detected movements of the user.