Wireless Photodetector Control via Signal Transceiver

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing photodetectors require direct human interaction, which increases the risk of bacteria and virus transmission and can be inconvenient when located in hard-to-reach places.

Innovation Solution

A photodetector with a processor, signal transceiver, and controller that allows wireless control via an external device, enabling remote operation and reducing the risk of contamination.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If direct touch operation is used, then ease of operation is improved, but risk of bacterial and viral transmission increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of operationVSAvoidbacterial and viral transmission
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces wireless communication technology as an intermediary between the user and the photodetector. The external device communicates with the photodetector through wireless signals, eliminating the need for direct physical contact. This mediator approach allows users to operate the photodetector remotely, maintaining ease of operation while preventing bacterial and viral transmission through touch.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Adaptability or versatility

If photodetector is disposed in hard-to-reach places, then device placement flexibility is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveplacement flexibilityVSAvoidease of operation
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the mechanical touch-based operation system with a wireless communication system. Instead of requiring physical contact with buttons or interfaces on the photodetector, users can operate it remotely through wireless commands from external devices. This substitution enables the photodetector to be placed in hard-to-reach locations while maintaining ease of operation through remote control capabilities.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Data Source

PatentUS20240073519A1Photodetector and control method for controlling photodetector
Publication Date: 2024.02.29 INNOCARE OPTOELECTRONICS CORP
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AI summary

A photodetector and a control method are provided. The control method includes: sending a command signal by an external device; receiving the command signal by a signal transceiver, and notifying the command signal to a controller; and performing an operation corresponding to the command signal according to the command signal by the controller.