Remote Control Movable Partition for Interface Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing movable partition systems lack remote control capabilities, making it difficult to access user interface elements without manual operation, which can be cumbersome and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A remote control system is integrated into the movable partition system, allowing wireless control of the partition's movement using a remote control key that activates a motor to drive the partition to a predetermined position along a track, providing access to user interface elements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual operation is used to access user interface elements, then direct control is possible, but operation becomes cumbersome and inefficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical operation with an automated motorized system. A motor is integrated into the movable partition system to automatically position the partition and expose user interface elements, eliminating the need for manual manipulation and reducing operational time.
Solution Approach 2:
The movable partition system performs self-service by automatically positioning itself to provide access to user interface elements. The system detects when access is needed and autonomously adjusts its position, reducing the need for direct user intervention and improving operational efficiency.
2Volume of moving object
If the movable partition is stored in a retracted state, then space is saved, but access to user interface elements becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic positioning of the movable partition. The partition can transition between retracted and extended states based on operational needs. When user interface access is required, the motor automatically extends the partition to an intermediate position that maintains space efficiency while providing necessary accessibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary action by automatically positioning the movable partition to expose user interface elements before the user needs to interact with them. This anticipatory positioning ensures that when the user approaches, the interface is already accessible, eliminating the need for manual adjustment.
3Ease of operation
If the movable partition is fully extended, then user interface elements are accessible, but space efficiency is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies partial action by extending the movable partition only to the degree necessary to expose user interface elements, rather than fully extending it. The motor controls the partition to stop at an intermediate position that provides sufficient access while minimizing space occupation, optimizing the balance between accessibility and space efficiency.
Data Source
AI summary
A remote control system for use with a movable partition comprises a motor configured to drive movement of a movable partition of a movable partition system, a processor coupled with the motor to generate an actuation signal to control the motor, and a remote control switch coupled with the motor and configured to transmit a trigger signal to the processor in response to receiving an activation signal from a remote control key. The processor is configured to control the motor to drive the movable partition to a predetermined position along a track in response to the trigger signal. A method of driving a movable partition comprises receiving an activation signal from a remote control key, and driving the movable partition to an intermediate position along a track to provide access to user interface elements of the movable partition in response to receiving the activation signal.