Voice Control via Motion-Triggered Proxy Session
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing control systems for devices require manual operation of dials, buttons, or remote controls, which limits control to devices within line of sight or close proximity, and users may be unaware of devices that can be operated via remote control, leading to inefficiencies and incomplete control capabilities.
Innovation Solution
A system that uses voice inputs to control multiple devices through a control device with touch and motion sensing capabilities, which initiates a communication session with a remote computing device to translate voice commands into command codes for controllable devices, allowing for remote and automated control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual operation of dials, buttons, or remote controls is used, then control of devices within line of sight or close proximity is achieved, but control of devices beyond line of sight or proximity is not possible and users may be unaware of controllable devices
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a camera as an intermediary device that captures images of devices in the environment. The captured images are processed by a computing device that identifies controllable devices and presents them to the user through a mobile device interface. This intermediary system bridges the gap between manual control limitations and the need for broader device accessibility, allowing users to discover and control devices beyond line of sight or proximity.
2Reliability
If remote control is used for devices within line of sight, then direct control is achieved, but devices beyond line of sight cannot be controlled
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from line-of-sight control (two-dimensional spatial limitation) to remote control via captured images (adding the dimension of digital representation). By capturing images of devices and processing them through a computing device, the system allows users to control devices at a distance without requiring direct line of sight, effectively adding a spatial dimension to the control mechanism.
3Speed
If voice input is converted to text locally, then response time is fast, but accuracy may be insufficient for complex commands
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a remote computing device as an intermediary that performs the voice-to-text conversion and command interpretation. The control device captures voice input and transmits it to the remote computing device, which processes the voice data and returns the interpreted command. This intermediary approach allows complex voice commands to be accurately processed while maintaining a reasonable response time through efficient communication protocols.
4Productivity
If simple voice-to-text conversion is used, then processing is quick, but complex commands cannot be accurately interpreted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a remote computing device as an intermediary that specializes in processing complex voice commands. The control device handles simple capture and transmission, while the remote computing device performs the sophisticated voice-to-text conversion and command interpretation. This division of labor allows the system to handle complex commands accurately while maintaining overall processing efficiency through optimized task distribution.
Data Source
AI summary
Methods and systems for using voice (e.g., voice commands) to control a plurality of network devices via a motion sensing control device are provided. A control device can detect movement (e.g., a gesture) associated with the control device. Based on the movement satisfying a predefined condition, the control device can initiate a either a direct or a proxy communication session with a remote computing device. The communication session can be established and maintained for a predefined period such that data associated with a command can be immediately transmitted to the remote computing device. Thus, when a voice command is received, data associated with the command can be transmitted over the already established communication session to the remote computing device. The remote computing device can provide a response to the control device and/or transmit a command code associated with the voice command to one or more devices intended to be controlled.