Mobile Access Device Testing for Faster Commissioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
The commissioning and testing of access devices are complex, time-consuming, and costly due to the increasing complexity of functions and settings, making it difficult to efficiently detect errors and configure these devices effectively.
Innovation Solution
A method using a mobile terminal, such as a smartphone, with measuring devices like cameras or microphones, to perform tests on access devices, allowing for automated data analysis via a server system, enabling efficient detection of malfunctions and configuration adjustments, even by untrained users, with low latency and cost-efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional commissioning methods are used for access control systems, then thorough testing and configuration can be performed, but the process becomes complex, time-consuming, and costly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical/manual testing methods with automated optical measurement systems. Mobile devices with cameras and sensors automatically capture and analyze door movement characteristics, substituting manual commissioning procedures with automated optical and acoustic measurement systems that reduce time while maintaining reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces mobile devices as intermediaries between the access control system and the commissioning process. These devices serve as mediators that automatically perform measurements, capture data, and transmit information to central evaluation units, eliminating the need for complex manual testing procedures
2Adaptability or versatility
If access control systems include more functions and configuration options, then system capability increases, but commissioning complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables the access control system to perform self-testing and self-diagnosis through automated measurement processes. Mobile devices automatically capture door movement characteristics and transmit data for analysis, allowing the system to self-verify its functionality without requiring complex manual commissioning procedures
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transforms physical door movement parameters into measurable optical and acoustic signals. By converting mechanical movement characteristics into detectable parameters that can be automatically captured by mobile device sensors, the system can evaluate complex functions through standardized parameter measurements rather than manual configuration
3Measurement precision
If manual testing procedures are used for access control devices, then detailed configuration checks can be performed, but latency in obtaining test results increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables continuous automated measurement and evaluation of door movement characteristics. Mobile devices continuously capture optical and acoustic data during door operation, and central evaluation units continuously analyze this data stream, providing real-time feedback without interruption to the testing process
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces sequential manual measurement steps with parallel automated data capture using multiple sensors. Mobile devices simultaneously record optical video data and acoustic audio data, allowing comprehensive configuration verification to occur in real-time rather than through sequential manual checks
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AI summary
The invention relates to a method for testing an access control device using a mobile device, wherein the mobile device is configured to communicate with a server system via a direct or indirect communication link, and wherein the method comprises the following steps: a) performing a test run through the access control device, b) measuring the test run using a measuring device of the mobile device, generating measurement data relating to the test run, c) transmitting at least part of the measurement data generated in step b) from the mobile device to the server system, d) receiving the measurement data transmitted in step c) by the server system, e) performing an analysis based on the measurement data received in step d) by the server system.