Portable Wireless Module for Building Atmosphere Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current building automation systems lack user-friendly and efficient methods for interconnecting remote control modules with master control modules, particularly for flexible control of atmosphere functions like lighting, which often requires complex installations and configurations, and is costly and effort-intensive.
Innovation Solution
A portable wireless communication module that can be easily inserted into slots on control modules, providing a dedicated communication channel and allowing for simple switching between different control modules without additional configuration, using short-range low-power wireless interfaces like Bluetooth Low Energy or ZigBee, and incorporating user input elements and sensors for seamless control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If wireless communication modules are used to enable flexible control from multiple positions, then adaptability and ease of operation are improved, but device complexity and setup configuration requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless communication modules are pre-paired with control modules during manufacturing or initial setup, establishing communication channels in advance. This preliminary pairing eliminates the need for complex configuration when users want to add remote control positions, as the modules are already configured to work together seamlessly.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically manages wireless communication connections between portable modules and control modules without requiring user intervention for pairing or configuration. The modules self-configure and establish connections autonomously, reducing setup complexity while maintaining flexible control from multiple positions.
2Ease of operation
If traditional multi-way switching is implemented to control lights from multiple positions, then ease of operation is improved, but installation cost and complexity increase due to rewiring requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical electrical wiring system with a wireless communication system. Instead of installing physical wires between switch positions, portable wireless modules communicate with control modules via wireless signals, eliminating the need for costly rewiring while maintaining the ability to control lights from multiple positions.
Solution Approach 2:
The portable wireless communication module acts as an intermediary between the user and the controlled device. Rather than directly wiring multiple switches to the load, the wireless module mediates control signals, enabling multi-position control without physical wiring changes.
3Ease of manufacture
If smart switches and lamps with app control are used to avoid rewiring, then installation ease is improved, but cost and setup complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs simple, inexpensive portable wireless modules that can be easily replaced or reconfigured if needed. These modules are designed to be cost-effective and straightforward to deploy, avoiding the high cost and complexity of smart switches and app-based systems while achieving the same installation ease.
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AI summary
The invention is directed towards an atmosphere controlling arrangement for provision in a building automation system as well as to a building automation system. The arrangement comprises a master control module having a housing (18) comprising a master control unit (28) controlling an atmosphere function in an area in or adjacent the building, a remote control module having a housing (24) comprising a remote control unit (38) for actuating the atmosphere function via the master control unit (28), wherein a housing (18) of one of the modules comprises a slot (20) adapted for receiving and mating with a first portable wireless communication module (22) that is equipped with a first wireless interface (32) and a second wireless interface (36) configured to communicate with the first wireless interface (32) is provided for the other of the control modules, such that the remote control module (16) can actuate the atmosphere function when the portable wireless communication module (22) is inserted in the slot (20).