Object Identification Discrimination Module for Forgotten Item Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
People frequently forget important items like mobile phones and wallets when leaving home or office, leading to time wastage and potential financial losses, as existing reminder methods like memos can be misplaced or ineffective.
Innovation Solution
A reminder system comprising an object identification discrimination module with sensors and tags that detect the presence of specific items and alert users via audio or visual signals if they are forgotten, using motion sensors and object identification tags with unique references.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional memo or note methods are used to remind users of items, then the reminder can be provided with minimal device complexity, but the reliability of the reminder is poor because memos may be misplaced or removed by others
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical/mmanual memo system with an electronic detection system using sensors, object identification tags, and automated alerting mechanisms. This substitution eliminates the reliability issues of physical memos being misplaced or removed, while providing automated, consistent reminder functionality through technological means.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service reminders where the environment automatically detects when items are left behind through sensors and tags, and autonomously provides alerts without requiring manual intervention. The system serves itself by automatically monitoring, detecting, and notifying users, eliminating the need for manual memo placement and retrieval.
2Reliability
If users return home to gather forgotten items, then the reliability of having all necessary items is improved, but the loss of time and opportunity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary detection and alerting before the user actually leaves the premises. By detecting forgotten items and providing alerts at the exit point or nearby, the system allows users to retrieve items immediately without having to return home later, thus preventing time loss while ensuring item completeness.
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides immediate feedback to users when items are detected as forgotten through alerts and notifications. This real-time feedback loop allows users to correct the situation on the spot by retrieving the forgotten items, rather than discovering the omission later and having to make a separate trip home, thereby eliminating time loss.
3Productivity
If comprehensive item detection is implemented, then the productivity of preventing forgotten items is improved, but the device complexity increases due to multiple sensors and tags
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs universal object identification tags that can be attached to multiple different types of items (wallet, phone, keys, etc.) and a multi-functional detection system that handles various item categories. This universality allows comprehensive item detection across different objects while avoiding the need for separate specialized systems for each item type, thus improving productivity without proportionally increasing complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges the detection functionality for multiple item types into a single integrated system combining motion sensors, object identification tags, and centralized processing. By combining these components into one unified system rather than separate systems for each item, the achievement of comprehensive detection productivity is obtained while managing overall system complexity through integration.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Effectively reminds users of forgotten items, preventing time loss and opportunity costs by providing audible and visual alerts when essential items are left behind, enhancing user awareness and reducing forgetfulness.
Implementation Method 1
A reminder system includes a motion sensor operable to sense a user proximally located to an object identification discrimination module
Implementation Method 2
an object identification discrimination module operable to identify at least one object identification tag proximally located to the object identification discrimination module
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AI summary
A system, device and method for reminding a user of a forgotten article are disclosed. According to one aspect, a reminder system includes an object identification discrimination module operable to identify at least one object identification tag proximally located to the object identification discrimination module in response to activating a discrimination operating mode of the object identification discrimination module. The reminder system further includes at least one object identification tag identifiable by the object identification discrimination module when proximally located to the object identification discrimination module.