Mobile Device Positioning via Sensor-Based State Transition
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mobile device positioning technologies lack precision and convenience in determining the position of a mobile device relative to a user, especially when the device transitions from a known to an unknown position, such as from being held to being placed in a pocket.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that determine the position of a mobile device by acquiring position difference information using sensors like acceleration and gyroscope, comparing it to a known first position, and calculating the new position, allowing for precise positioning and adjustment of function states based on the device's location.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional positioning methods are used to determine mobile device position relative to user body, then the positioning can be achieved, but the positioning precision is insufficient and the convenience is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical positioning methods with sensor-based detection systems. Acceleration sensors, gyroscopes, and other sensing devices are used to detect device state changes and calculate position differences, achieving precise positioning without complex mechanical structures or manual operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile device automatically detects its own position changes using built-in sensors. The device self-monitors acceleration, orientation, and state transitions, then autonomously calculates position differences and determines new positions without requiring external positioning equipment or user intervention.
2Measurement precision
If sensors like acceleration and gyroscope are used to acquire position difference information, then the positioning precision is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes existing mobile device sensors serve multiple functions. The acceleration sensor and gyroscope, originally designed for other purposes, are utilized for position determination. This approach achieves precise positioning measurements without adding dedicated positioning hardware, thereby avoiding increased device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile device utilizes its own built-in sensors for position determination rather than requiring external positioning systems. The device's existing sensing capabilities are leveraged to detect state changes and calculate position differences, eliminating the need for additional positioning equipment.
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 convenient and precise positioning of mobile devices, facilitating adjustments in function states according to the environment, improving user experience by accurately tracking device placement and usage scenarios.
Implementation Method 1
acquiring position difference information between a second position of the mobile device relative to the user in the second state and the first position
Implementation Method 2
acquiring position difference information between a second position of the mobile device relative to the user in the second state and the first position
Data Source
AI summary
Embodiments of the present disclosure disclose a mobile device position determining method and determining apparatus, and a mobile device comprising the determining apparatus. The method comprises: determining that a mobile device is in a first state, wherein in the first state, the mobile device is located at a first position relative to a user; determining that a state of the mobile device is changed from the first state to a second state; acquiring position difference information between a second position of the mobile device relative to the user in the second state and the first position; and determining the second position at least according to the first position and the position difference information. The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present disclosure can conveniently and accurately determine a position of a mobile device relative to a user, so as to make previous preparations for adjusting a function state thereof according to an environment where the mobile device is located.