Remote Presence Security System with Real-Time Video Notification
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current home automation and security systems lack effective remote presence capabilities, limiting users' ability to monitor and interact with their premises in real-time, especially when they are not physically present, which can lead to security vulnerabilities such as theft.
Innovation Solution
A computer-implemented method and system that detects events at a premises, determines the occupant's location, and sends notifications with real-time video and audio options, allowing users to respond remotely through mobile devices or media delivery devices, including pre-recorded messages and interaction options, to create the illusion of presence and deter potential threats.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If users are not physically present at the premises, then mobility and convenience are improved, but security monitoring and threat response capabilities deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a remote presence system that acts as an intermediary between the user and the premises. When the user is away, the system captures real-time video and audio from the premises and transmits it to the user's mobile device, enabling the user to monitor and interact with the premises remotely as if physically present, thus maintaining security monitoring capability while preserving user mobility
Solution Approach 2:
The system creates a virtual copy of the physical presence at the premises by transmitting video and audio feeds to the user's mobile device. This digital copy allows the user to perceive and respond to events at the premises remotely, effectively replicating the security monitoring function without requiring physical presence
2Reliability
If real-time video and audio communication is implemented, then remote monitoring and interaction capabilities are improved, but system complexity and data transmission requirements worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a multi-functional system where a single integrated platform provides event detection, real-time video streaming, audio communication, and threat response capabilities. By consolidating these functions into one system rather than separate components, the patent reduces overall system complexity while maintaining comprehensive remote monitoring and interaction capabilities
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically detects events, initiates video streaming, and provides threat notifications without requiring manual configuration or intervention. This self-service operation reduces the operational complexity for users while maintaining reliable remote monitoring functionality
Data Source
AI summary
A computer-implemented method for remote presence security is described. In one embodiment, an event is detected in relation to a premises. Upon detecting the event, a location of an occupant of the premises is determined in relation to the premises. Upon determining the occupant is a predetermined distance away from the premises, a first type of notification is sent. The first type of notification includes a display of real-time video being captured at the premises.