Networked Light Control for Synchronized Sensor-Based Activation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face challenges in controlling different types of lights around their property, such as manually activating and coordinating motion-activated lights with ambient light conditions, leading to inefficiencies in home security and navigation.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device that coordinates the control of various types of lights using conditions set by a user, receiving data from a client device and sensors to activate lights based on predefined conditions, and a network device controlling multiple electronic devices to synchronize light activation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple different types of lights are installed around the property for security and navigation purposes, then the security and navigation functionality is improved, but the complexity of controlling each light manually increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple light control functions into a single electronic device that can manage different types of lights (motion-activated lights, ambient light-sensitive lights, and other lighting devices) through centralized processing. The device integrates sensor inputs, condition evaluation, and light activation control in one unit, reducing the need for separate manual control of each light type.
Solution Approach 2:
The electronic device is designed with universal control capabilities that can handle multiple light types and multiple control conditions (motion detection, ambient light levels, time-based scheduling) through a single system. The device can activate different lights based on different conditions, providing multi-functional control without requiring separate control mechanisms for each light type.
2Reliability
If motion-activated lights are installed to detect motion at different locations, then the security coverage is improved, but the coordination and synchronization of light activation becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic device continuously monitors sensor inputs (motion detection, ambient light levels) and automatically adjusts light activation based on current conditions. The system provides feedback loops where sensor data is processed, conditions are evaluated, and light activation is controlled dynamically, ensuring coordinated response across multiple lights without manual intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The electronic device acts as an intermediary between multiple sensors and multiple lights. It receives data from various sensors (motion sensors, light sensors), processes the information against predefined conditions, and sends control signals to appropriate lights. This intermediary role synchronizes light activation across different locations based on unified condition evaluation.
3Ease of manufacture
If manual control methods are used for each light type, then installation simplicity is maintained, but the efficiency and automation level of light control decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic device enables lights to control themselves automatically based on sensor inputs and predefined conditions. The system performs self-service functions by autonomously evaluating conditions (motion detection, ambient light levels, time-based schedules) and activating appropriate lights without requiring manual user intervention. This maintains installation simplicity while achieving high automation in operation.
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AI summary
The present disclosure describes a network device that is capable of coordinating the control of light emitters. For example, the network device may receive data indicating conditions for activating the light emitters. The network device may then receive sensor data generated by various sensors, such as motion sensors, light sensors, or a timer. Using the sensor data, the network device may determine that the conditions are satisfied and, in response, cause the light emitters to activate. To activate first light emitters, the network device may transmit a signal to an electronic device that causes the first light emitters to activate. The first light emitters may be powered by the electronic device. Additionally, to activate second light emitters, the network device may transmit signals to the second light emitters that include commands to activate.