Universal IoT Remote Controller via Model Database Recognition
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current mobile phone remote controller APPs are inefficient in controlling various household electrical appliances of different models, as they require switching between different remote-control versions, which is inconvenient and impractical.
Innovation Solution
An intelligent terminal remote controller-based internet-of-things control system that communicates with a model database to recognize and adjust remote-control functions for different appliance models, using IR, RF, or WIFI signals, and includes an MCU control chip to store model information, enabling seamless control across multiple appliance types.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If one APP version is used to compatibly control all electrical appliances, then the device complexity is reduced, but the adaptability to different appliance models deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal remote controller APP that can control multiple types of electrical appliances (air conditioners, televisions, set-top boxes, etc.) through a single software interface. The system automatically identifies the target appliance type and model, then adapts its control functions accordingly, eliminating the need for users to download and switch between multiple specialized remote controller versions.
Solution Approach 2:
The remote controller APP dynamically adjusts its control interface and functions based on the detected appliance type and model. The system retrieves appropriate control parameters and interface configurations from a server in real-time, transforming the static APP into a dynamic adaptive controller that optimizes its behavior for each specific appliance without requiring version changes.
2Adaptability or versatility
If different remote-control versions are downloaded for different appliance models, then the adaptability to specific models is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables automatic appliance identification and model recognition without requiring user intervention. The remote controller APP automatically detects the target appliance type and model, retrieves the corresponding control parameters from the server, and configures the control interface autonomously. This self-service mechanism eliminates the manual process of selecting and switching between different remote-control versions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements a feedback mechanism where the remote controller APP communicates with the server to obtain real-time information about the target appliance. Based on the appliance type and model information received in response, the APP automatically adjusts its control interface and parameters, ensuring model-specific precision while maintaining ease of operation through automated adaptation.
3Ease of operation
If a unified remote controller interface is used for all appliances, then the ease of operation is improved, but the measurement precision of appliance identification deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a new dimension of cloud-based parameter storage and retrieval. Instead of embedding all possible control parameters and identification logic within the local APP, the system offloads this information to a remote server. The unified interface maintains consistency for the user while the server provides precise model-specific parameters, effectively separating the interface layer from the identification and control parameter layers.
Solution Approach 2:
The server acts as an intermediary between the unified remote controller interface and the diverse appliance models. It receives identification information from the APP, determines the appropriate appliance type and model, retrieves the corresponding control parameters, and returns them to the APP. This intermediary mechanism enables precise appliance identification and model-specific control while maintaining a consistent user interface.
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
Enables unified and convenient control of diverse household electrical appliances by automatically recognizing and adjusting remote-control interfaces based on appliance models, enhancing user experience and practicality.
Implementation Method 1
the signal is an IR (infrared) signal
Implementation Method 2
a RF (radio frequency) signal
Implementation Method 3
a WIFI signal
Data Source
AI summary
An intelligent terminal remote controller-based internet-of-things control system and control method are disclosed. The control system includes at least two household electrical appliance hosts (1) and an intelligent terminal (2), remote controller software is included in the intelligent terminal (2) and in communication with a model database (9) of the intelligent terminal (2), the model database (9) is configured to store model number information and information of all functions of various household electrical appliance hosts to be controlled, the household electrical appliance host (1) includes an MCU control chip (7) storing model number information of a current household electrical appliance host, and a control system unit (5). The present invention allows invoking a back-end database through software and making recognition and judgment among control subjects, so as to solve the problem that the remote-control functions are different for different electrical appliances of different models.