Wireless Elevator Arrival Notification via Mobile Interface
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Solution Overview
Problem
Elevator systems currently only inform passengers of an elevator car's arrival through limited light indicators near the lobby, making it difficult for passengers to determine when the elevator will arrive, as the chime for approaching cars may not be recognizable for the intended car.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that wirelessly transmit elevator data, including arrival times and approaching messages, from the elevator system to a mobile computing device via a software application, using short-range wireless protocols, allowing passengers to receive this information through display or auditory feedback.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If traditional light indicators and chimes are used to notify passengers of elevator arrival, then the system structure remains simple, but the information provided to passengers is limited and not easily recognizable
Solution Approach 1:
A wireless module acts as an intermediary between the elevator control system and the passenger's mobile device. The module receives elevator arrival data from the control system and transmits it wirelessly to the mobile device, enabling enhanced information delivery without requiring direct integration between the elevator system and passenger devices
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical notification methods (light indicators and chimes) with an electronic wireless communication system. Data is transmitted using wireless protocols between the elevator control system and mobile devices, substituting physical notification mechanisms with digital information delivery
2Reliability
If wireless transmission of elevator data to mobile devices is implemented, then passenger awareness of arrival times is enhanced, but the device complexity and implementation cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless module is designed to work with existing elevator control systems and can communicate with various mobile devices through standard wireless protocols. This multi-functionality allows the system to serve multiple purposes: providing arrival information, enabling remote monitoring, and potentially integrating with building management systems
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides feedback to passengers about elevator arrival status through their mobile devices. The wireless module continuously monitors elevator position and transmission data about approaching cars, current floor, and estimated arrival times, allowing passengers to receive real-time updates about their intended elevator
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AI summary
A method of providing elevator data to a passenger including: receiving elevator data, the elevator data relating to an elevator car in an elevator system; wirelessly transmitting the elevator data to a mobile computing device; and conveying the elevator data to the passenger via a software application of the mobile computer device.