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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing control systems for multiple apparatuses are complex and prone to operation failures, leading to undesired states due to inconsistent behavior recognition, and there is a need for reliable and efficient control systems that can manage various types of apparatuses, including those operable via infrared and network communication.
Innovation Solution
An operating system that integrates an input receiving device, first and second information processing devices, and an infrared output device to analyze and determine control instructions for apparatuses, allowing control via infrared or network communication, with features like environmental information integration and specific situation detection to enhance reliability and extensibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a single infrared remote controller is used to operate multiple apparatuses, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability deteriorates because operation failures cannot be detected
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the air conditioner transmits operation results back to the management device. The management device compares the transmitted operation results with the original operation commands to detect inconsistencies, thereby identifying operation failures. This feedback loop enables reliable detection of whether infrared operations were successfully executed, resolving the reliability issue while maintaining ease of operation.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple operation input methods are supported for various apparatuses, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a management device as an intermediary between the user and multiple apparatuses. This management device centralizes the control logic for different operation input methods (infrared, network, etc.), handling the complexity of method selection and coordination. By placing the management logic in a dedicated intermediary device rather than distributing it across all apparatuses, the system achieves high adaptability while managing device complexity in a centralized manner.
3Ease of operation
If infrared communication is used to control apparatuses, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability deteriorates due to undetected operation failures
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the air conditioner transmits operation results back to the management device. The management device compares the transmitted operation results with the original operation commands to detect inconsistencies, thereby identifying operation failures. This feedback loop enables reliable detection of whether infrared operations were successfully executed, resolving the reliability issue while maintaining ease of operation.
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
The system provides reliable and flexible control over various apparatuses, ensuring consistent operation and reducing the likelihood of undesired states, while simplifying system configuration and improving user comfort and control accuracy.
Implementation Method 1
an infrared output device configured to receive first information on an instruction to a first-type apparatus other than the air conditioner and operable by an infrared signal, and transmit an infrared signal corresponding to the first information to the first-type apparatus
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AI summary
Provided is an operating system (4001) comprising: an air conditioner (4010) including an indoor unit (4012, 4012'); and an infrared output device (4040, 4040'), the infrared output device being configured to receive first information (A401) on an instruction to a first-type apparatus (4050a, 4050b, ..., 4050n) other than the air conditioner and operable by an infrared signal and transmit an infrared signal corresponding to the first information to the first-type apparatus, wherein the air conditioner includes a management device (4300) configured to manage the first-type apparatus, and the management device includes a command information receiving unit (4170b) configured to receive second information (A402) on a command content, and a determination unit (4318) configured to determine whether there is a deviation between a behavior of the first-type apparatus and the command content, based on the behavior of the first-type apparatus and the second information.