Unified Infrared and Network Control With Operation Failure Feedback
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Solution Overview
Problem
The increasing variety of operation input methods and apparatus management methods has led to complexity in controlling individual apparatuses, with infrared remote controllers often failing to recognize operation failures, resulting in undesired states for users.
Innovation Solution
An operating system and information processing device that includes an input receiving device, a control instruction determination unit, and an infrared output device, capable of controlling both infrared-operable and network-operable apparatuses, ensuring reliable operation by distinguishing and managing control instructions for different types of apparatuses.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a single infrared remote controller is used to control multiple apparatuses, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability deteriorates because operation failures cannot be recognized
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a feedback mechanism where the information processing device receives operation results from controlled apparatuses and compares them with expected outcomes. When a mismatch is detected (operation failure), the system generates an error notification to inform the user, thereby providing reliability feedback while maintaining ease of operation through centralized control.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary information processing device that mediates between the infrared remote controller and multiple apparatuses. This intermediary analyzes operation results, detects failures, and provides feedback, thereby enhancing reliability without compromising the ease of operation provided by the remote controller.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple operation input methods and apparatus management methods are used, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal information processing device that can handle multiple operation input methods (infrared signals, network communications) and manage multiple types of apparatuses through a single integrated system. This multi-functional approach provides adaptability while avoiding the complexity of having separate control systems for each method and device type.
Solution Approach 2:
The information processing device serves as an intermediary that standardizes interactions between diverse operation input methods and various apparatuses. By providing a unified interface and centralized management, it enables adaptability across multiple protocols and device types while reducing overall system complexity.
3Ease of operation
If infrared remote controllers are used to control apparatuses, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability deteriorates because the apparatus may be left in an undesired state
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements feedback by having the information processing device receive operation results from apparatuses and compare them with expected outcomes. When the actual state does not match the expected state (indicating operation failure), the system generates error notifications to alert users, ensuring reliability while maintaining ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary analysis of operation results before final execution, comparing expected outcomes with actual results. This preliminary check prevents undesired states by detecting potential failures before they persist, thereby improving reliability without affecting ease of operation.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system effectively controls any apparatus, improving reliability and user experience by accurately determining and executing control instructions for both infrared and network-operable devices, reducing the likelihood of operation failures.
Implementation Method 1
a first-type apparatus at least operable by communication of an infrared pattern
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AI summary
An operating system that can control any apparatus is provided. The operating system includes an input receiving device, a first information processing device, a second information processing device, and an infrared output device. The operating system operates a first-type apparatus operable by communication of an infrared pattern and a second-type apparatus operable via a network. The first information processing device is connected to the input receiving device and configured to analyze operation information corresponding to an input operation. The second information processing device is configured to control the second-type apparatus (controlled apparatus (B)) via the network based on a control instruction. The infrared output device is configured to output an infrared pattern corresponding to a control instruction to the first-type apparatus (controlled apparatus (A)).