TWM478193U - External body sensing control micro device - Google Patents

Description

External somatosensory control micro device

The present invention relates to an external miniature device, and more particularly to an external somatosensory control micro device.

The traditional smart TV is to integrate the micro-computer into the TV set, but this kind of integration will lose the flexibility of future hardware performance improvement. After all, one TV often uses 5 to 10 years, while the computer has 2 to It is out of date in 3 years. Although there are external micro-computer devices for TV upgrades on the market, the input devices used are basically only the traditional remote control/keyboard/mouse and so on.

The functions that can be operated by the somatosensory control basically appear only in the top-level TV game instruments or computers, but even if these devices can be connected to the somatosensory controller through an external connection such as USB, in addition to the substantial increase in cost, installation and erection Both are quite troublesome.

Therefore, how to provide a device that is easy to install and low in cost, and that can give the traditional TV function to operate with somatosensory control becomes a subject worthy of study.

Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide an external somatosensory control microdevice for use with an audiovisual playback device.

Therefore, the external external sensing control micro device is externally connected to an audio and video playback device, and the audio and video playback device has a first connection port, and the external somatosensory control micro device comprises: a miniature housing and an integrated sensing unit , a memory, a second port, and a processor.

The somatosensory control unit is disposed on the micro-casing for externally detecting information about finger movement, gestures, and limb movements in a three-dimensional space.

The memory is disposed in the micro housing and stores a code.

The second port is exposed to the micro housing and is detachably connected to the first port of the video playback device.

The processor is connected to the somatosensory control unit, the memory and the second port, and executes the code to generate a control command according to the information received from the somatosensory control unit, and transmits the second command through the second port. A connection is made to the video playback device.

Preferably, the external device is connected to a television, and the processor issues the control command to the television to control the television switching television channel, or simulates the mouse operation according to the information detected by the somatosensory control unit to control the television.

Preferably, for external connection to a projector, the processor issues the control command to the projector to control the projector to play a movie or sound.

Preferably, for external connection to an audio, the processor issues the control command to the audio to control the audio playback sound.

Preferably, the processor also executes a game software and according to The information detected by the somatosensory control unit manipulates the game software and transmits the executed result to the video playback device for playback.

Preferably, the method further includes an input/output unit connected to the processor, wherein the input/output unit is adapted to be connected to an input/output device, and the processor controls the video playback device in cooperation with the input/output unit.

Preferably, the input/output device comprises a keyboard, a mouse, or a rocker, and the processor controls the video playback device by receiving the input signal of the input/output device through the input/output unit.

Preferably, the input/output device comprises a storage medium, and the processor receives the data stored by the storage medium through the input/output unit, and controls the video playback device to play the data.

Preferably, the network unit is connected to the processor, and the network unit is connected to a wireless network, and the processor controls the video output device to browse the webpage according to the information detected by the somatosensory control unit. Turn pages or zoom.

Preferably, the technology used by the somatosensory control unit includes laser light pattern recognition, optical time-of-flight detection, or laser raster detection.

Preferably, the somatosensory control unit comprises an infrared laser capable of projecting an infrared grating, a laser driving circuit for connecting and driving the infrared laser, and an image infrared camera capable of ingesting the infrared grating. And arranging the images and transmitting them to the image signal processing circuit of the processor, the code executed by the processor analyzing the image, and determining the deformation of the raster in the image to generate a finger or a hand in the image The control command is generated by the position of the limb, arm, or thigh, and the action of the limb.

The utility model has the advantages that: by integrating the somatosensory control unit and the processor into a micro-casing, information about finger movement, gestures, and limb movements in a three-dimensional space can be detected externally, and the processor is And generating a control command, and transmitting the second connection port and the first connection port to the video playback device, so that the user can give the audio-visual playback device a somatosensory control function by simply installing, so it can be achieved. The purpose of this new type.

1‧‧‧External somatosensory control microdevice

10‧‧‧Microshell

11‧‧‧ Somatosensory Control Unit

111‧‧‧Laser drive circuit

112‧‧‧Infrared laser

113‧‧‧Infrared camera

114‧‧‧Image signal processing circuit

12‧‧‧ memory

13‧‧‧Second connection

14‧‧‧ Processor

15‧‧‧Output unit

16‧‧‧Network Unit

2‧‧‧Video player

21‧‧‧ First connection埠

3‧‧‧Input and output device

4‧‧‧Wireless devices

The other features and advantages of the present invention will be apparent from the following detailed description of the preferred embodiments, wherein: FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating a preferred embodiment of the novel external sensing control microdevice. 2 is a block diagram showing the preferred embodiment; and FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing the integrated control unit of the preferred embodiment.

Referring to Figure 1 and Figure 2, the novel external body control miniature device The preferred embodiment of the present invention is specifically for external use in an audio-video playback device 2, such as a television, a projector, or an audio, having a first port 21. The external somatosensory control micro device 1 includes a micro housing 10, an integrated sensing unit 11, a memory 12, a second port 13, a processor 14, an input and output unit 15, and a network unit. 16.

The miniature housing 10 can stand on the top of the video playback device 2.

The somatosensory control unit 11 is disposed on the micro-casing 10 for externally detecting information about finger movement, gestures, and limb movements in a three-dimensional space. Detailed operation methods are explained later.

The memory 12 is disposed in the miniature housing 10 and stores a code.

The second port 13 is exposed to the micro housing 10, and is detachably connected to the first port 21 of the video playback device 2 by a signal line. Since only one signal line connection is required between the video playback device 2, the installation is very simple.

The processor 14 is connected to the somatosensory control unit 11, the memory 12 and the second port 13, and executes the code to generate a control command according to the information received from the somatosensory control unit 11 and transmits the control command. The second port 13 and the first port 21 are attached to the video playback device 2.

With the connection to different audio and video playback devices 2, the control commands have different functions. Generally speaking, the functions can cover the functions that the current micro multimedia computer can run (such as video playback/television viewing/online/playing games/video chat). Etc), but integrates stereoscopic somatosensory control functions . For example, when externally connected to a television, the processor 14 issues the control command to the television to control the television switching television channel, or simulates the mouse operation according to the information detected by the somatosensory control unit 11 to control the television; When externally connected to a projector, the processor 14 issues the control command to the projector to control the projector to play a movie or sound; when externally connected to an audio, the processor 14 issues the control command to the sound to control the sound. Playing the sound; in addition, when externally connected to the television or the projector, the processor 14 can also execute a game software, and manipulate the game software according to the information detected by the somatosensory control unit 11, and transmit the executed result to the video game. The playback device 2 plays. In any event, the above control commands can be generated based on information received from the somatosensory control unit 11.

The techniques used by the somatosensory control unit 11 may include laser light pattern recognition, optical time-of-flight detection, or laser raster detection, etc. The following description is based on laser grating detection.

Referring to FIG. 3, the somatosensory control unit 11 includes a laser driving circuit 111, an infrared laser 112, an infrared camera 113, and an image signal processing circuit 114.

The laser driving circuit 111 is connected to and drives the infrared laser 112. The infrared laser 112 has a laser diode (not shown) and an optical lens (not shown) for projecting an infrared grating (such as the accessory 1). The raster image can be horizontal or vertical depending on the application.

The infrared camera 113 can image the image reflected by the infrared grating. The infrared camera 113 is equipped with a band-pass infrared filter, so that only the infrared laser 112 is emitted. The image reflected by the infrared grating does not capture the visible light image that is generally visible to the naked eye.

The image signal processing circuit 114 is connected to the infrared camera 113. The image of the captured infrared grating is sorted by the image signal processing circuit 114 (ISP) and transmitted to the processor in units of frames. 14, the transmission speed is generally 30-100 每秒 per second.

The code executed by the processor 14 includes a driver software for integrated state detection, and the software can analyze the image frame, and by determining the deformation of the raster in the image (such as Annex 2), the finger on the screen can be inferred/ The position and movement of the limbs such as the palm/arm/thigh.

The driving software for detecting the posture detects that the user's limb movement conforms to the preset setting action, and converts it into a standard touch and keyboard operation, and sends the operation instruction to the device to complete the manipulation. Gesture definitions and implementation examples are as follows:

Although the embodiment is implemented by the method of "laser grating detection", it is not limited thereto. As for other three-dimensional body sensing technology that can be applied to the present invention, the following schematic example illustrates "laser light pattern recognition". And "light time detection" technology.

The "laser pattern recognition" technique includes an infrared laser, an infrared camera that projects a specific pattern, and then the infrared camera takes the reflected image back to the analysis method.

"ToF (Time of Fly)" technology, the hardware includes an infrared light source (which can be an infrared laser or an infrared light emitting diode), an ultra-high speed infrared camera, and a full set of 32-bit high-speed operations. The wafer set and a large amount of memory are obtained by irradiating the target with intermittent infrared rays, and then calculating the distance of the object by analyzing the time difference of the infrared rays irradiated to the object by the ultra-high speed ultra-high-sensitivity camera.

It should be emphasized that the three-dimensional somatosensory detection technology used in this embodiment excludes the use of purely visual mode (taking one or two two-dimensional cameras for shooting, and then directly performing image processing for motion analysis). Due to the limitations of pure vision, this method is easy to misjudge or be disturbed. For example, the pattern on the user's clothes can easily interfere with judgment and when the light is poor. Unable to operate (the displacement of the finger or the posture and movement of the palm and limb cannot be recognized).

Referring back to FIG. 2, the input/output unit 15 and the processor 14 The connection is adapted to be connected to an input/output device 3, such as a conventional physical human input device or a storage medium, and the processor 14 cooperates with the input/output unit 15 to control the video playback device 2.

For example, the physical human input device is, for example, a keyboard , the mouse, or the joystick, provides a user's traditional control mode to control the video playback device 2, technically, the processor 14 receives the input of the physical human input device through the input and output unit 15 The video playback device 2 is controlled by a signal. The storage medium is, for example, a flash drive or a portable hard disk for the user to play an external file. Technically, the processor 14 receives the data stored in the storage medium, such as photos, videos, and files, through the input/output unit 15. Etc., and controlling the video playback device 2 to play the material.

One of the uses of the network unit 16 is to provide Internet access, and The processor 14 is connected to the network unit 16 and is connected to a wireless network. The processor 14 controls the video output device to browse according to the information detected by the somatosensory control unit 11 (ie, the user's somatosensory control action). Web pages, page turning, or zooming.

The network unit 16 can also be used to connect to a wireless device 4, The wireless device 4 is, for example, a Bluetooth peripheral device connected by Bluetooth, a micro sensing device connected by a low-power wireless sensor network (Zigbee, Zwave), an infrared device connected by infrared communication, and the processor 14 can be The information detected by the somatosensory control unit 11 controls the wireless device 4 or cooperates with each other to perform other functions.

In summary, through the integration described in this implementation, consumers can By upgrading the traditional TV set in the home to a smart TV with somatosensory control, it can be manipulated with a somatosensory operation without relying on a mouse or remote control. It can also run functions such as audio and video entertainment, or play a somatosensory control game. In addition to the TV, the audio-video playback device 2 such as a projector or a stereo can also be used with the device to obtain the same function.

The somatosensory control function can completely liberate the remote control and let the change Taiwan/Internet/games can be carried out by hand, so that the use of smart TV can be upgraded to a new level. If you are connected to the projector, you can enjoy the experience of immersion.

In addition to the ease of installation in this embodiment, the cost is also Very low cost, users will not have too much money pressure to upgrade after a few years. In an external way to connect a traditional TV to a smart TV to have maximum flexibility and future, the cost is almost the same.

In summary, by the body feeling control unit 11 and the processing The device 14 is integrated into a miniature housing 10 for detecting information about finger movements, gestures, and limb movements in a three-dimensional space. The processor 14 generates a control command and transmits the second connection. 13 and the first port 21 are issued to the video playback device 2, so that the user can give the function of the kinematics control device 2 with a simple installation, so that the purpose of the present invention can be achieved.

However, the above is only the preferred embodiment of the present invention. The scope of the present invention is not limited thereto, that is, the simple equivalent changes and modifications made in accordance with the scope of the new patent application and the contents of the patent specification are still within the scope of the present patent.

1‧‧‧External somatosensory control microdevice

11‧‧‧ Somatosensory Control Unit

12‧‧‧ memory

13‧‧‧Second connection

14‧‧‧ Processor

15‧‧‧Output unit

16‧‧‧Network Unit

2‧‧‧Video player

21‧‧‧ First connection埠

3‧‧‧Input and output device

4‧‧‧Wireless devices

Claims (11)

An external somatosensory control micro device for externally connected to an audio and video playback device, the audio/video playback device having a first connection port, the external somatosensory control micro device comprising: a miniature housing; an integrated sensing unit disposed on The micro-casing is configured to externally detect information about finger movement, gestures, and limb movements in a three-dimensional space; a memory is disposed in the micro-casing to store a code; a second port is exposed The micro-casing is detachably connected to the first port of the audio-visual playback device; and a processor is connected to the somatosensory control unit, the memory and the second port, and executes the code according to the received The information of the somatosensory control unit generates a control command and is delivered to the video playback device through the second port and the first port. The external somatosensory control microdevice according to claim 1 is externally connected to a television, and the processor issues the control command to the television to control the television switching television channel, or simulates the information detected by the somatosensory control unit. The mouse operates to control the television. The external somatosensory control microdevice according to claim 1 is externally connected to a projector, and the processor issues the control command to the projector to control the projector to play a movie or sound. The external somatosensory control micro device according to claim 1 is externally connected to an audio, and the processor issues the control command to the audio to control the sound. Play sound. The external somatosensory control microdevice according to claim 1, wherein the processor further executes a game software, and controls the game software according to the information detected by the somatosensory control unit, and transmits the executed result to the video playback device. Play. The external somatosensory control microdevice according to claim 1, further comprising an input/output unit connected to the processor, wherein the input/output unit is adapted to be connected to an input/output device, and the processor cooperates with the input/output unit And controlling the video playback device. The external somatosensory control microdevice according to claim 6, wherein the input/output device comprises a keyboard, a mouse, or a rocker, and the processor controls the input signal of the input/output device through the input/output unit to control the Video playback device. The external sensing device of the present invention, wherein the input and output device comprises a storage medium, the processor receives the data stored in the storage medium through the input and output unit, and controls the video playback device to play the data. The external somatosensory control microdevice according to claim 1, further comprising a network unit connected to the processor, the network unit being connected to a wireless network, the processor detecting according to the somatosensory control unit The information controls the video output device to browse the web, turn pages or zoom. The external somatosensory control microdevice according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the technique used by the somatosensory control unit comprises laser light pattern recognition, optical time-of-flight detection, or laser grating detection. . The external somatosensory control microdevice according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the somatosensory control unit comprises an infrared laser that can project an infrared grating, and a lightning that connects and drives the infrared laser. a driving circuit, an image infrared camera that can be ingested by the infrared grating, and an image signal processing circuit that arranges the images and transmits the images to the processor, and the code executed by the processor analyzes the image by using Determining the deformation of the raster in the image to produce a control command regarding the position of the limb, the palm, the arm, or the thigh, and the actions of the limb in the image.