Remote Wireless Ringer for Secure Device Alerting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users of wireless devices often miss incoming communications due to the devices being stored in locations where they cannot hear or feel alerts, leading to frustration and security concerns when trying to keep the device secure.
Innovation Solution
A remote wireless ringer system that links with a wireless device via a wireless connection, providing alerts through a speaker, LED, vibrator, or text display to inform the user of incoming communications, even when the device is stored securely, and includes a separation alarm for distance or interference.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the wireless device is stored in a secure location (pocket, bag, luggage), then the device security is improved, but the user cannot hear or feel alerts for incoming communications
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the alerting function into two separate components: the wireless device itself and a remote wireless ringer. The ringer is placed in a secure location with the device, while the user can receive alerts at a distance. This segmentation allows the device to remain secure while the user maintains awareness of incoming communications.
Solution Approach 2:
The remote wireless ringer acts as an intermediary between the wireless device and the user. It receives communications wirelessly from the device and transmits alert signals to the user, bridging the gap between the secured device location and the user's position.
2Loss of information
If the wireless device is kept accessible to hear alerts, then communication awareness is improved, but the device becomes vulnerable to theft or loss
Solution Approach 1:
By separating the device storage location from the user position, the system allows the device to remain in a secure container while the user receives alerts remotely. The secure container can be closed and stored safely without compromising communication awareness.
Solution Approach 2:
The remote wireless ringer serves as an intermediary that enables the user to stay informed of communications while the device remains secured. The ringer receives signals from the device and relays them to the user, eliminating the need to keep the device accessible.
3Reliability
If the device is placed in a carrier (purse, bag), then the device is protected from damage or loss, but the user cannot feel vibrations or hear ringers
Solution Approach 1:
The remote wireless ringer acts as an intermediary that receives communications from the secured device and transmits alerts to the user. This allows the device to remain protected in the carrier while the user receives audible, visual, or tactile alerts remotely.
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces the mechanical alert mechanisms (vibrations, ringers) that require direct contact with the device with wireless communication and remote alert transmission. The ringer receives wireless signals from the device and converts them into user-perceptible alerts.
4Ease of operation
If the user leaves the carrier open to hear the device, then communication alerts are detected, but the device and personal items are exposed to theft or elements
Solution Approach 1:
The remote wireless ringer serves as an intermediary that enables alert detection without requiring the carrier to be open. The ringer receives wireless communications from the device and relays them to the user, allowing the carrier to remain closed and secure.
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AI summary
A system and method for extending alerts for a wireless device. A wireless ringer and a wireless device are linked through a wireless connection. User input selecting an alert for the wireless ringer is received. The wireless ringer is alerted in response to receiving an incoming communication on the wireless device in order for a user to access the wireless device to respond to the incoming communication.