Gesture Ring Control for Accurate Hands-Free Fixture Operation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wearable devices face challenges in accurately interpreting a wide range of gestures while maintaining user comfort and operational efficiency, particularly in controlling fixtures like sliding doors, due to limitations in accuracy and adaptability.
Innovation Solution
A wearable device integrating accelerometers and gyroscopes within a ring-shaped body, combined with a control circuit and radio wave transmitter, accurately captures and translates gestures into control signals for fixtures.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional control methods (physical switches, remote controls, touch panels) are used, then fixtures can be controlled effectively, but user convenience and flexibility are limited, especially for hands-free operation or remote control
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical control methods (physical switches, touch panels) with a gesture recognition system using accelerometers and gyroscopes. The wearable device detects body movements and translates them into control signals, enabling hands-free operation and improving both ease of operation and adaptability for various usage scenarios
Solution Approach 2:
The wearable device acts as an intermediary between the user and the fixture control system. It captures gesture data through sensors, processes the movements through algorithms, and transmits control signals to the target fixture, bridging the gap between physical gesture and digital control
2Ease of operation
If wearable devices use gesture recognition capabilities, then user interaction becomes more natural and intuitive, but accuracy in interpreting gestures may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs feedback mechanisms where the processor continuously analyzes motion data from accelerometers and gyroscopes, refines gesture recognition through algorithmic processing, and provides reliable control signals. This multi-stage feedback loop ensures accurate interpretation of natural gestures while maintaining precision in control execution
Solution Approach 2:
The wearable device integrates multiple sensor types (accelerometers and gyroscopes) and processing capabilities into a single universal platform. This multi-functional approach allows the device to accurately interpret various gesture types while maintaining natural interaction, resolving the contradiction between gesture variety and interpretation accuracy
3Ease of operation
If a ring-shaped wearable device is designed for comfort and ergonomics, then user comfort is improved, but the integration of robust sensor technology and signal processing capabilities becomes more challenging
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a nested structure where accelerometers and gyroscopes are integrated within the ring-shaped body, which itself is worn on the user's finger. This nesting approach allows robust sensor technology to be incorporated while maintaining the compact, comfortable form factor of the wearable device
Solution Approach 2:
The device merges multiple functional components (accelerometers, gyroscopes, control circuit, radio wave transmitter) into a single integrated wearable unit. This combination reduces overall complexity by consolidating sensors and processing capabilities into one compact device that maintains ergonomic design
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Provides a seamless and intuitive user experience for controlling fixtures, ensuring comfort and usability across various environments.
Implementation Method 1
The accelerometer 141, gyroscope 142, and radio wave transmitter 143 are arranged inside the body 110
Implementation Method 2
The accelerometer 141, gyroscope 142, and radio wave transmitter 143 are arranged inside the body 110
Implementation Method 3
These signals are transmitted via a radio wave transmitter positioned on the device's outer side
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention introduces a novel wearable device for gesture-based control of fixtures, particularly suited for applications such as operating sliding doors, windows, shades, etc. The device, designed in the form of a ring, integrates advanced motion sensors including accelerometers and gyroscopes within its compact body. These sensors enable precise detection and interpretation of user gestures, facilitating intuitive control actions. A control circuitry, comprising a processor and memory, processes motion data to generate and transmit wireless control signals via a built-in radio wave transmitter. This allows users to interact with fixtures seamlessly by performing specific gestures, such as swipes or rotations. The device's ergonomic design ensures comfort during prolonged use, making it a versatile solution for both consumer and industrial environments seeking enhanced convenience and efficiency in fixture control.