Transmitter Calibration Using Distance Sensor Reference Data
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current beacon technologies in lighting devices face challenges in accurately determining the distance between communication devices and beacons due to varying radio signal properties and environmental influences, leading to inaccuracies in localization and navigation services.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating a distance sensor to independently detect the distance between the transmitter device and the communication device, and using evaluation units to adapt reference data based on signal properties, allowing for calibration of the transmitter device to improve distance measurement accuracy without altering transmission properties.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If beacon technologies are used to determine distance between communication devices and beacons, then localization services can be provided, but accuracy is reduced due to varying radio signal properties and environmental influences
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces reference data as an intermediary element that mediates between the radio signal properties and distance determination. This reference data, which includes signal strength measurements taken at known distances during calibration, serves as a reference framework that allows the system to account for environmental influences and signal variations, thereby improving measurement accuracy without requiring direct measurement modifications
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies parameter changes by calibrating the transmitter device to determine optimal reference data values that account for specific environmental conditions and assembly variations. By adjusting and storing these reference parameters (signal strength at various distances), the system adapts to local conditions and compensates for environmental influences, resolving the contradiction between providing localization services and maintaining accuracy
2Measurement precision
If reference data is adapted based on signal properties and detected distance, then distance measurement accuracy is improved, but device complexity increases due to calibration requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service by enabling the transmitter device to perform self-calibration automatically. The device detects its own signal properties, determines the appropriate reference data based on detected distances, and stores this calibration data internally. This eliminates the need for complex external calibration equipment or manual intervention, improving measurement accuracy while keeping the system relatively simple
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies preliminary action by performing calibration and determining reference data before actual distance measurements are taken. The system pre-determines signal strength characteristics at various distances and stores this reference information, so that when distance measurement is needed, the system can directly use these pre-computed values without requiring complex real-time calculations
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
This approach enhances the accuracy of distance determination and localization services by considering assembly-specific and environmental factors, enabling precise positioning and navigation without the need for hardware modifications.
Implementation Method 1
the distance between the transmitter device and the communication device is detected independently of the radio signal
Data Source
AI summary
A system and a method may be used for operating and/or calibrating a transmitter device. The system and method may include wirelessly transmitting a radio signal with identification data specific to the transmitter device and reference data. The transmitter device may transmit the radio signal with signal properties at least partially dependent on the reference data. A communication device may receive the radio signal and ascertain a distance between the transmitter device and the communication device using reception-side signal properties and the reference data ascertained from the received radio signal. A distance sensor may detect a distance between the transmitter device and the communication device. An evaluation unit may ascertain the reference data depending on the reception-side signal properties of the radio signal and the detected distance and to provide the ascertained reference data in the transmitter device for calibrating the transmitting device.
