Local UI Delegation via Proximity Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic devices without screens or connected to communication networks face challenges in data access and control, as current methods require network connectivity and discovery steps, which can be cumbersome and unnecessary.
Innovation Solution
A method that allows a mobile terminal to locally deport a user interface to an electronic device by establishing a point-to-point communication session using proximity-based technologies like NFC, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi, eliminating the need for network connectivity and simplifying data access through proximity detection and user gesture validation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If network connectivity is used for device control and data access, then remote access capability is improved, but device complexity and operational simplicity deteriorate due to required discovery steps and network configuration
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the user interface functionality from the electronic device itself and relocates it to a mobile terminal. This allows the device to be controlled and monitored without requiring network infrastructure or complex discovery protocols, as the mobile terminal directly communicates with the device through simplified local mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile terminal acts as an intermediary between the user and the electronic device. It hosts the user interface application and manages the communication session, eliminating the need for complex network discovery steps while maintaining ease of operation. The terminal mediates all interactions, simplifying the overall system architecture.
2Adaptability or versatility
If user interface is transmitted to mobile terminal, then remote control capability is improved, but data privacy and security worsen due to potential unauthorized access
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements proximity detection before establishing any communication session or transmitting user interface data. The electronic device detects whether the mobile terminal is within a predetermined distance range, and only after this proximity confirmation does it proceed to create a communication session. This preliminary action ensures that only physically near devices can access the electronic device, enhancing security while maintaining remote control capability.
3Ease of operation
If continuous interface transmission is enabled, then user experience is improved, but energy consumption and network usage worsen
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of continuous interface transmission, the patent implements event-driven updates where the user interface is refreshed only when relevant data changes occur. The system maintains a communication session that allows for periodic and on-demand data synchronization, reducing unnecessary energy consumption while preserving a responsive user experience.
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 secure, efficient, and user-friendly control of electronic devices without network connectivity, ensuring data privacy and adaptability to device capabilities, while eliminating unnecessary interface transmission.
Implementation Method 1
when the terminal enters the device's range, meaning as soon as the device can properly receive the signal
Data Source
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AI summary
The invention relates to a method for local management of a device that is capable of communicating with at least one terminal that is capable of processing and returning user interface data (IHM) of the device, the method comprising the following steps on the device: - positioning (E10) the device in receiving mode on a first radio link; - detecting (E11) the entry of said at least one terminal into the range of the device on said first radio link; - preparing (E15) the user interface data (IHM) of the device to be transmitted to said terminal detected within the range of the device; - transmitting (E16) said user interface data (IHM) to said terminal.