Somatosensory Electronic Puzzle With Modular Sensor Blocks
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional planar puzzles lack interactivity and creativity due to fixed graphics and unchangeable content, leading to diminished exploration and interest over time, and fail to simulate natural environments effectively.
Innovation Solution
A somatosensory electronic puzzle system comprising a puzzle base and detachable blocks with various functionalities such as light-emitting, wind generation, smell simulation, rain simulation, and natural phenomenon simulation, connected through joint interfaces and controlled by a Bluetooth module, allowing for dynamic scene creation and interactivity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If conventional planar puzzles with fixed graphics are used, then manufacturing simplicity is maintained, but interactivity and user interest deteriorate over time
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by replacing static puzzle graphics with dynamic electronic displays (LED screens) that can change content, colors, and patterns. The puzzle blocks contain controllable lighting systems and the base unit includes a control module that can update puzzle content through USB or Bluetooth connections, transforming a static mechanical puzzle into a dynamic interactive system.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent substitutes mechanical graphic elements with electronic components. Instead of printing fixed images on puzzle pieces, the invention uses LED displays, light-emitting diodes, and electronic control circuits to generate visual content. This replacement enables content updates without physical modification of the puzzle pieces.
2Adaptability or versatility
If electronic components are added to puzzle blocks, then interactivity and creativity are enhanced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the electronic system into modular components distributed across puzzle blocks and the base unit. Each puzzle block contains independent electronic elements (LEDs, sensors, or simple circuits), while the base unit houses the main control module, power supply, and communication interfaces. This segmentation allows individual blocks to be replaced or upgraded without affecting the entire system.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements multi-functionality by designing puzzle blocks that can perform multiple roles. The same block structure can accommodate different electronic configurations (lighting, sensing, communication) depending on the puzzle scenario. The base unit's control module can manage various puzzle configurations and update content through multiple communication protocols (USB, Bluetooth).
3Adaptability or versatility
If detachable puzzle blocks with joint interfaces are used, then puzzle reconfigurability is improved, but connection reliability may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a nested connection structure where the joint interface consists of a plug component on one puzzle block that inserts into a corresponding socket on another block. The electrical contacts are nested within the mechanical connection elements, ensuring that electrical connection is established through the mechanical engagement. This nested design protects contacts while ensuring reliable connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies local quality by designing different connection characteristics for different parts of the joint interface. The mechanical engagement provides structural stability, while embedded electrical contacts provide signal transmission. The connection structure is optimized locally at each contact point to ensure low resistance and stable electrical connection while maintaining overall reconfigurability.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances creativity and imagination by simulating diverse natural environments, supports audio feedback, and allows for updates via USB or Bluetooth, providing a dynamic and engaging experience that adapts to different puzzle configurations.
Implementation Method 1
The puzzle block comprising variable colors comprises first three-primary-color LED lamps and an LED drive module
Implementation Method 2
The LED drive module controls the first three-primary-color LED lamps
Implementation Method 3
The wind generating puzzle block comprises one or more first fans
Implementation Method 4
an outer side of the smell generating puzzle block is disposed with a first atomizing nozzle connected to the spice groove
Implementation Method 5
an outer side of the rain generating puzzle block is disposed with a second atomizing nozzle connected to the water groove
Implementation Method 6
An inner side of the light-transmissive tree-shaped shell is disposed with second three-primary-color LED lamps and a gradient LED drive module
Implementation Method 7
The tree puzzle block comprises a light-transmissive tree-shaped shell
Implementation Method 8
The lightning and thunder generating puzzle block comprises an electric discharge switch and an electric discharge electrode, and the electric discharge switch controls the electric discharge electrode to discharge electricity to simulate lightning and thunder
Implementation Method 9
The animal puzzle block comprises a light-transmitting animal-shaped shell and a third LED lamp disposed in the light-transmitting animal-shaped shell
Data Source
AI summary
A somatosensory electronic puzzle comprises a puzzle base and puzzle blocks. The puzzle blocks are detachably connected to the puzzle base. The puzzle base comprises a bottom plate and a frame. The frame is disposed with a control module and a storage module for storing a graphic code, and an outer surface of the frame is disposed with a function selection switch. The function selection switch is connected to an input terminal of the control module. The puzzle blocks comprise a combination of one or more light-emitting puzzle blocks, a wind generating puzzle block, a smell generating puzzle block, a rain generating puzzle block, a tree puzzle block, a lightning and thunder generating puzzle block, a person puzzle block, or an animal puzzle block. The one or more light-emitting puzzle blocks comprise a puzzle block comprising a constant color and a puzzle block comprising variable colors.