Platform Device Network Control via Display Capability Exchange
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional methods for controlling devices in a network are complex, restrictive, and difficult to adapt to new devices or functions, requiring complicated configurations and limited compatibility.
Innovation Solution
A method for efficiently controlling devices in a network using a platform device that transmits and receives information to allow users to directly control other devices through a simple control protocol, enabling easy integration of new devices and functions by allocating display spaces and formatting output information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If devices are controlled through one-to-one correspondence with predetermined control signals, then device control functionality is achieved, but system complexity increases and compatibility becomes difficult to guarantee
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal control device that can control multiple different devices through a unified interface and protocol. The control device includes a control unit that can identify different device types and transmit appropriate control signals through a standardized communication interface, eliminating the need for separate control mechanisms for each device while maintaining full control functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The control device serves as an intermediary between the user and multiple controlled devices. It receives user input through a unified control interface, processes the input according to the target device type, and transmits appropriate control signals to the specific device. This mediator approach simplifies the user interface while maintaining compatibility with various device types.
2Reliability
If predetermined control signals are used between specific devices, then control reliability is ensured, but adaptability to new devices or functions is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The control device implements dynamic adaptability where the control unit can identify different device types and automatically adjust its control signal generation and transmission based on the target device. This dynamic behavior allows the system to maintain reliable control for known devices while adapting to new device types without requiring predetermined configurations for each possible device.
Solution Approach 2:
The control device performs preliminary device identification and capability assessment before transmitting control signals. By预先 determining the device type and supported functions, the control unit can select appropriate control protocols and signal formats, ensuring reliable control while maintaining adaptability to various device types including new additions to the network.
3Ease of operation
If separate control devices are provided for each device, then precise control is achieved, but resource efficiency decreases and user convenience is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple control functions into a single integrated control device. The control unit consolidates the capabilities of multiple separate control devices, providing unified control over multiple target devices through a single interface. This integration maintains precise control functionality while eliminating redundant resources and simplifying the user experience.
Solution Approach 2:
The control device is designed with multi-functional capabilities, where a single device can control multiple different types of devices through a unified interface. The control unit includes versatile control signal generation and transmission capabilities that adapt to different device types, providing precise control without requiring separate dedicated control devices for each target device.
4Ease of operation
If complicated configuration processes are used for device control, then control functionality is achieved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The control device implements self-service functionality where the control unit automatically identifies target devices, determines their capabilities, and configures appropriate control parameters without requiring manual user configuration. The device performs preliminary actions to establish control relationships automatically, significantly simplifying the user experience while maintaining comprehensive control functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The control device performs preliminary device identification, capability assessment, and control parameter configuration automatically before user interaction. By预先 completing these configuration tasks, the system eliminates complicated manual setup processes while ensuring that full control functionality is available to the user.
Data Source
AI summary
A wireless network system includes a platform device transmitting a first message including display capability information to at least one device and at least one device transmitting a second message to the platform device in response to the first message. The display capability information includes information on a display space and a display format supportable by the platform device. The second message includes display output information of the at least one device. The display output information includes: information on a display space, a display format, and display contents selected by the at least one device based upon the display capability information; and field type information that indicates characteristics of a field in which the display contents are displayed.