Operating system, information processing device, control system, and infrared output device
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Solution Overview
Problem
The increasing variety of operation input methods and apparatus management methods has led to complex operations for individual apparatuses, with infrared remote controllers often failing to recognize operation failures, resulting in undesired states for users, necessitating a control system that can reliably manage and control apparatuses.
Innovation Solution
An operating system and control system that includes an input receiving device, information processing devices, and an infrared output device, capable of analyzing operation information to determine control instructions for both network-operable and infrared-operable apparatuses, ensuring consistent operation and reliability through infrared pattern transmission and network control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If infrared remote controller is used to operate apparatus, then operation can be performed, but operation failure state cannot be recognized and apparatus may remain in undesired state
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms where the information processing device receives operation results from both infrared-operated apparatus and network-operated apparatus, compares expected behavior with actual behavior, and notifies the user when operation failure is detected. This feedback loop ensures reliable operation by confirming whether the apparatus responded correctly to control instructions.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple operation input methods and apparatus management methods are used, then more apparatuses can be controlled, but operation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal operating system that can control both infrared-operated apparatus and network-operated apparatus through a single information processing device. The system automatically selects the appropriate communication method based on the apparatus type, providing multi-functional control capability without requiring users to learn multiple operation methods separately.
Solution Approach 2:
The information processing device serves as an intermediary between the user and multiple types of apparatus. It receives user input, determines the target apparatus type, selects the appropriate communication protocol (infrared or network), and manages the control process centrally, thereby simplifying the user's interaction complexity while maintaining versatility.
3Adaptability or versatility
If separate infrared remote controller and network control system are used, then both infrared and network apparatus can be controlled, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the functions of infrared remote control and network control into a single integrated operating system. The information processing device combines infrared transmission capabilities with network communication capabilities, allowing both infrared-operated apparatus and network-operated apparatus to be controlled through one unified system, thereby reducing overall system complexity.
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 allows for reliable control of any apparatus, improving user experience by preventing undesired states and enhancing system management and reliability, while enabling control of multiple models and voice input operations.
Implementation Method 1
outputs the infrared pattern corresponding to the control instruction to the first-type apparatus
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AI summary
An operating system that can control any apparatus is provided. The operating system (1001) includes an input receiving device (1060), a first information processing device (1100), a second information processing device (1200), and an infrared output device (1070). The operating system (1001) operates a first-type apparatus (1010) operable by communication of an infrared pattern and a second-type apparatus (1020) operable via a network. The first information processing device (1100) is connected to the input receiving device (1060) and configured to analyze operation information corresponding to an input operation. The second information processing device (1200) is configured to control the second-type apparatus (1020) (controlled apparatus (B)) via the network based on a control instruction. The infrared output device (1070) is configured to output an infrared pattern corresponding to a control instruction to the first-type apparatus (1010) (controlled apparatus (A)).