Sensor Signal Routing Based on Active Light Settings
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Solution Overview
Problem
The proliferation of sensor devices in smart home systems for various applications leads to increased power consumption and decreased aesthetics, as each application typically requires its own device, resulting in a high number of installations.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device and method that utilize a processor to select and transmit sensor signals based on active light settings, allowing a single sensor device to serve multiple applications without user intervention, by determining the appropriate device or application to transmit the signal based on the current light setting, thereby reducing the number of devices needed.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple sensor devices are installed for different applications, then each application can be monitored independently, but the number of devices increases leading to higher power consumption and reduced aesthetics
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies multi-functionality by enabling a single sensor device to serve multiple applications through dynamic configuration. The sensor device can be configured to monitor different targets (e.g., motion detection, occupancy detection) and transmit signals to different destinations based on light settings, eliminating the need for separate dedicated sensor devices for each application.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamics by allowing the sensor device to change its operational parameters and signal routing in real-time based on light settings. The system dynamically adjusts which application receives the sensor signal and at what sensitivity level, enabling adaptability without requiring multiple static devices.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple sensor devices are installed for different applications, then each application has dedicated monitoring capability, but power consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
By making the sensor device universal and capable of serving multiple applications through dynamic configuration, the system eliminates the need for multiple dedicated devices. This reduces the total number of active sensor devices, thereby lowering overall power consumption while maintaining comprehensive application coverage.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple sensor devices are installed for different applications, then each application can be monitored independently, but the aesthetics of the installation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent reduces the visual clutter and installation complexity by consolidating multiple sensor devices into a single multi-functional unit. This universal sensor device can be configured to support various applications, thereby maintaining aesthetic appeal while providing comprehensive monitoring capabilities.
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AI summary
The invention relates to an electronic device (1) for obtaining a sensor signal for use in a system (11) which changes a sensing function in dependence on a light setting. The electronic device is configured to obtain a sensor signal from a sensor (9) and select based on data stored in a memory (7) which device and/or application of a plurality of devices (21, 31, 45, 46) and/or applications the sensor signal should be transmitted to. The selection depends on which light setting is currently active on one or more light devices (13-15). The sensor is arranged to sense in a field of view. The electronic device is further configured to transmit the sensor signal to the selected device and/or application.