TWI722670B - Vibration feedback system and method thereof - Google Patents

Abstract

A vibration feedback system comprising human-machine interface module, PLC module and vibration module. The human-machine interface module pre-saves a default logical judgment; the PLC module is used for transforming a first signal into a second signal and transmitting the second signal to the human-machine interface module; and the vibration module is electrically connected to the human-machine interface module. When the second signal is in compliance with the default logical judgment, the human-machine interface module is further used for transmit a first vibration command to the vibration module. The vibration module is further used for receiving the first vibration command and generating a corresponding vibration according to the first vibration command.

Description

Vibration feedback system and method

A vibration feedback system and method, more specifically, a vibration feedback system and method applied in an industrial environment.

In the existing industrial environment, mechanical equipment such as machines is often used to produce or process products, and users control the entire production or processing process through a human machine interface (Human Machine Interface) that is electrically connected to the mechanical equipment. Generally speaking, existing human-machine interfaces usually use keyboards, keys, knobs, input units or other devices connected through communication interface units as input methods, and output messages from mechanical equipment through video or audio methods.

However, in an industrial environment, there are often interferences such as strong light, noise, or dust. Under these interferences, users cannot clearly receive the video or audio messages output by the existing human-machine interface. In addition, in the production or processing process, users sometimes have to focus their vision or hearing on the product, thereby ignoring the video or audio information output by the existing human-machine interface.

Therefore, how to provide a vibration feedback system and method that can avoid interference such as strong light, noise, or dust, and can reliably convey information to users, has become an urgent issue in the industry.

In order to solve the aforementioned problems of the prior art, one purpose of the present invention is to provide a vibration feedback system and method that can avoid interference from strong light, noise, or dust, and can reliably convey information to users.

In order to achieve the foregoing objectives, the vibration feedback system of the present invention includes a human-machine interface module, a PLC (programmable logic controller) module, and a vibration module.

The human-machine interface module prestores a judgment logic setting; the PLC module is used to convert a first message into a second message and send the second message to the human-machine interface module; and the vibration module and the human-machine interface module Group electrical connection; wherein, when the second message meets the judgment logic setting, the man-machine interface module is also used to send a first vibration command to the vibration module, and the vibration module is also used to receive the first vibration command When the time, the corresponding vibration message is generated.

In one embodiment, the human-machine interface module further includes a touch input unit, a video unit, an audio unit, or a communication interface unit.

In one embodiment, the determination logic setting includes a schedule trigger or an event trigger.

In one embodiment, when the determination logic setting includes a schedule trigger, the schedule trigger includes a specified specific time or a specified elapsed time.

In one embodiment, when the determination logic setting includes event triggering, the event triggering includes specifying that a specific condition is reached, specifying that a specific condition is not reached, or a specified number of times.

In one embodiment, the man-machine interface module also pre-stores vibration effect settings, data source settings, or data format settings.

In one embodiment, the vibration feedback system further includes a sensor module, and the sensor module is used to convert an environmental message into a first message and transmit the first message to the PLC module.

The present invention also provides a vibration feedback method, including the following steps: pre-store a judgment logic setting through a human-machine interface module; convert a first message into a second message through a PLC module, and send the second message to the human Machine interface module; judge the second through the man-machine interface module Whether the message meets the input judgment logic setting, if yes, send the first vibration command, if not, return to the previous step; and receive the first vibration command through a vibration module and generate a corresponding vibration message.

The invention also provides a vibration feedback system, which includes a man-machine interface module and a vibration module.

The man-machine interface module prestores a judgment logic setting, the man-machine interface module is used to convert a user’s touch action into a third message; and the vibration module is electrically connected to the man-machine interface module; where When the third message meets the determination logic setting, the man-machine interface module is also used to send a second vibration command to the vibration module, and the vibration module is also used to generate a corresponding vibration message when the second vibration command is received.

In one embodiment, the human-machine interface module further includes a touch input unit, a video unit, an audio unit, or a communication interface unit.

In one embodiment, the determination logic setting includes an action trigger.

In one embodiment, the action triggering includes a pressing action, a releasing action, a dragging action, or an input error action.

In one embodiment, the man-machine interface module also pre-stores vibration effect settings, data source settings, or data format settings.

The present invention also provides a vibration feedback method, including the following steps: pre-store a judgment logic setting through a man-machine interface module; convert a user's touch action into a third message through the man-machine interface module; The module determines whether the third message meets the input determination logic setting, if it is, then sends the second vibration command, if not, returns to the previous step; and receives the second vibration command through a vibration module and generates the corresponding vibration message .

Compared with the prior art, the vibration feedback system of the present invention pre-stores the judgment logic setting through the man-machine interface module, and generates it in the second message sent by the PLC module or the man-machine interface module When the third message meets the judgment logic setting, a corresponding vibration message is generated through the vibration module. In other words, as long as the user inputs the judgment logic settings in advance, he can feel the feedback vibration information through the tactile sense when an event that meets the judgment logic settings occurs. Therefore, it can avoid visual and auditory disturbances such as glare, noise, or dust. Convey messages to users. In addition, the judgment logic setting, vibration effect setting, data source setting or data format setting can be set according to actual needs, making the application more flexible.

10: Human-machine interface module

100: Touch input unit

101: Video unit

102: Audio unit

103: Communication interface unit

11: PLC module

12: Vibration module

13: Sensor module

50: Human-machine interface module

500: Touch input unit

501: Video unit

502: Audio unit

503: Communication Interface Unit

51: Vibration module

S41~S44: steps

S71~S74: steps

FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vibration feedback system according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the human-machine interface module according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vibration feedback system according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

4 is a flowchart of the steps of the vibration feedback method according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vibration feedback system according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the human-machine interface module according to the sixth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a flow chart of the steps of the vibration feedback method according to the seventh embodiment of the present invention.

The following specific examples illustrate the implementation of the present invention. Those familiar with the art can easily understand the other advantages and effects of the present invention from the contents disclosed in this specification. The present invention can also be implemented or applied by other different specific embodiments, and various details in this specification can also be based on different viewpoints and applications, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

Please refer to FIG. 1. FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vibration feedback system according to the first embodiment of the present invention. The vibration feedback system of the present invention includes a human-machine interface module 10, a PLC module 11, and a vibration module 12.

The man-machine interface module 10 prestores a judgment logic setting; the PLC module 11 is used to convert a first message into a second message and send the second message to the man-machine interface module 10; and the vibration module 12 and The man-machine interface module 10 is electrically connected; wherein, when the second message matches the determination logic setting, the man-machine interface module 10 is also used to send a first vibration command to the vibration module 12, and the vibration module 12 also uses Therefore, when the first vibration command is received, a corresponding vibration message is generated.

In one embodiment, the user creates a judgment logic setting based on the event to be monitored, and inputs the judgment logic setting into the man-machine interface module 10. For example, a user can create a judgment logic setting through a computer and editing software, and transmit the judgment logic setting to the memory of the man-machine interface module 10 through a network, a flash drive, a memory card, or other methods.

In one embodiment, the vibration information generated by the vibration module 12 can also be transmitted through the man-machine interface module 10. In use, the user inputs information by touching the man-machine interface module 10, and feels the feedback vibration information through tactile sense.

Please refer to FIG. 2, which is a schematic diagram of the structure of the human-machine interface module according to the second embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment, the human-machine interface module 10 may further include a touch input unit 100, a video unit 101, an audio unit 102, or a communication interface unit 103. The touch input unit 100 is used to convert a user's touch action into an input message. For example, the touch input unit 100 may be a capacitive touch device. The video unit 101 is used to output video messages. For example, the video unit 101 may be a screen. The audio unit 102 is used to output audio messages. For example, the audio unit 102 may be a speaker. The communication interface unit 103 is used to electrically connect with other devices and exchange information. For example, the communication interface unit 103 can be an RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet, USB, or CAN Bns interface.

In one embodiment, the determination logic setting includes schedule trigger or event trigger, but it is not limited to this.

In one embodiment, when the determination logic setting includes a schedule trigger, the schedule trigger includes specifying a specific time or specifying a specific time to pass, but it is not limited to this. For example, the designated specific time can be a certain date, a certain time, or a certain period of time.

In one embodiment, the vibration feedback system of the present invention is applied to high-dust environment sites. The judgment logic is set to a specific time, and the PLC module 11 with timing function can also be independently timed by the man-machine interface module 10. , You can periodically make the vibration module 12 generate vibration messages to shake off the dust. In another embodiment, if the determination logic setting is designated as the processing time of the product, the vibration module 12 generates a vibration message, which means that the processing of a product is completed.

In one embodiment, when the determination logic setting includes event triggering, the event triggering includes specifying that a specific condition is reached, specifying that a specific condition is not reached, or a specified number of times, but it is not limited to this.

In one embodiment, the determination logic setting is designated to reach a specific temperature (or temperature range), and in conjunction with the PLC module 11 with temperature calculation, the vibration module 12 can generate a vibration message to remind the user that the current temperature has reached The temperature required for the process. In another embodiment, if the determination logic is set to not reach a specific temperature (or temperature range), the vibration module 12 generates a vibration message, which means that the current temperature is not suitable for continuing the process. In addition, the determination logic can be further specified as the number of times that a specific condition is met or the number of times that a particular condition is not met.

In one embodiment, the man-machine interface module 10 also pre-stores vibration effect settings, data source settings, or data format settings. For example, the vibration effect setting may include vibration time, vibration interval, or repetition times, but not limited to this, the vibration module 12 will generate vibration messages conforming to the settings according to this setting. The data source setting can include a specific PLC module 11 (when there are a plurality of PLC modules 11) or a communication interface unit 103 used by the man-machine interface module 10. Data format design The definition can include the format of the second message, such as 16-bit BCD, 32-bit BCD, 16-bit Unsigned Int, or 32-bit Signed Int, but not limited to this.

Please refer to FIG. 3, which is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vibration feedback system according to the third embodiment of the present invention. In one embodiment, the vibration feedback system further includes a sensor module 13 for converting an environmental message into a first message, and transmitting the first message to the PLC module 11. For example, the sensor module 13 can be a sensor device installed on the machine to sense the motor speed, position of the robot arm, temperature, pressure or humidity and other environmental conditions. Suitable sensors can be used according to requirements.器module 13.

Please refer to FIG. 4, which is a flowchart of the steps of the vibration feedback method according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. The present invention also provides a vibration feedback method, including the following steps:

S41. Prestore a judgment logic setting through a man-machine interface module.

S42. Convert a first message to a second message through a PLC module, and send the second message to the man-machine interface module.

S43. Determine whether the second message conforms to the input determination logic setting through the man-machine interface module, if yes, send the first vibration command, if not, return to the previous step.

S44. Receive the first vibration command through a vibration module, and generate a corresponding vibration message.

In step S41, the user makes a judgment logic setting based on the event to be monitored, and inputs the judgment logic setting and other settings into the man-machine interface module. Other settings can include vibration effect setting, data source setting, or data format setting, etc. It can also be set via network, flash drive, memory card, reading database, etc.

In step S42, the PLC module may actively send the second message to the human-machine interface module, or the human-machine interface module may send a data request and the PLC module may return the second message.

In step S43, the man-machine interface module detects whether the second message triggers vibration, and if so, the first vibration command is sent through the man-machine interface module; if not, it returns to step S42, and the man-machine interface module can send regularly Data request until the vibration is triggered.

In step S44, the vibration module can generate a vibration message according to a preset vibration effect.

Please refer to FIG. 5, which is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vibration feedback system according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention. The present invention also provides a vibration feedback system, which includes a man-machine interface module 50 and a vibration module 51.

The man-machine interface module 50 prestores a judgment logic setting, the man-machine interface module is used to convert a user's touch action into a third message; and the vibration module 51 is electrically connected to the man-machine interface module 50; Wherein, when the third message matches the determination logic setting, the human-machine interface module 50 is also used to send a second vibration command to the vibration module 51, and the vibration module 51 is also used to, when the second vibration command is received, Generate the corresponding vibration message. In other words, when the user touches the man-machine interface module 50, the vibration module 51 immediately generates a corresponding vibration message as a feedback, and the user can know that the input has been executed.

Please refer to FIG. 6. FIG. 6 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the human-machine interface module according to the sixth embodiment of the present invention. In one embodiment, the human-machine interface module 50 further includes a touch input unit 500, a video unit 501, an audio unit 502, or a communication interface unit 503.

In one embodiment, the determination logic setting includes action triggering, but it is not limited to this.

In one embodiment, the action triggering includes a pressing action, a releasing action, a dragging action, or an input error action, but it is not limited to this. Action triggering is set according to the way the user interacts with the man-machine interface module 50. For example, a pressing action indicates that the user touches any or a specific position of the man-machine interface module 50, and the release action indicates that the user is touched by the user. The state of the human-machine interface module 50 changes to a non-contact state. The drag action indicates that the user continues to touch the human-machine interface module 50 and move the contact position. An incorrect input action indicates that the user does not touch the human-machine interface module according to the preset conditions 50.

In one embodiment, the man-machine interface module 50 also pre-stores vibration effect settings, data source settings or data format settings.

Please refer to FIG. 7, which is a flowchart of the steps of the vibration feedback method according to the seventh embodiment of the present invention. The present invention also provides a vibration feedback method, including the following steps:

S71. Prestore a judgment logic setting through a man-machine interface module.

S72. Convert a user's touch action into a third message through the man-machine interface module.

S73. Determine whether the third message conforms to the input determination logic setting through the man-machine interface module, if yes, send the second vibration command, if not, return to the previous step.

S74. Receive the second vibration command through a vibration module, and generate a corresponding vibration message.

In step S71, the user makes a judgment logic setting based on the event to be monitored, and inputs the judgment logic setting and other settings into the man-machine interface module. Other settings can include vibration effect setting, data source setting, or data format setting, etc. It can also be set via network, flash drive, memory card, reading database, etc.

In step S72, the user's touch action on the man-machine interface module is converted into a third message.

In step S73, the man-machine interface module detects whether the third message triggers vibration, and if so, sends a second vibration command through the man-machine interface module; if not, returns to step S72 until the vibration is triggered.

In step S74, the vibration module can generate a vibration message according to a preset vibration effect.

In summary, the vibration feedback system of the present invention pre-stores the judgment logic setting through the man-machine interface module, and when the second message sent by the PLC module or the third message generated by the man-machine interface module meets the judgment logic setting , Through the vibration module to generate the corresponding vibration message. In other words, as long as the user inputs the judgment logic settings in advance, he can feel the feedback vibration information through the tactile sense when an event that meets the judgment logic settings occurs, thus avoiding visual, glare, noise, or dust, etc. Hearing interference reliably conveys information to users. In addition, the judgment logic setting, vibration effect setting, data source setting or data format setting can be set according to actual needs, making the application more flexible.

The above-mentioned embodiments are merely illustrative to illustrate the principles and effects of the present invention, and are not used to limit the present invention. Anyone who is familiar with this technique can modify and change the above-mentioned embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the rights of the present invention should be listed in the scope of patent application described later.

10: Human-machine interface module

11: PLC module

12: Vibration module

Claims (7)

A vibration feedback system includes: a man-machine interface module, which stores a judgment logic setting in advance; a sensor module, which converts an environmental message into a first message, and transmits the first message to a PLC module ; The PLC module is used to convert the first message into a second message and send the second message to the man-machine interface module; and the vibration module is electrically connected to the man-machine interface module; Wherein, when the second message matches the determination logic setting, the human-machine interface module is also used to send a first vibration command to the vibration module, and the vibration module is also used to send a first vibration command to the vibration module when the first vibration is received. When ordering, a corresponding vibration message is generated. According to the vibration feedback system described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, the human-machine interface module further includes a touch input unit, a video unit, an audio unit or a communication interface unit. For the vibration feedback system described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, wherein the determination logic setting includes a schedule trigger or an event trigger. For example, in the vibration feedback system described in item 3 of the scope of patent application, when the determination logic setting includes a schedule trigger, the schedule trigger includes a specified specific time or a specified elapsed time. For example, in the vibration feedback system described in item 3 of the scope of patent application, when the determination logic setting includes event triggering, the event triggering includes specifying that a specific condition is reached, that a specific condition is not reached, or a specified number of times. For example, in the vibration feedback system described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, the man-machine interface module also pre-stores vibration effect settings, data source settings, or data format settings. A vibration feedback method includes: pre-storing a judgment logic setting through a man-machine interface module; Convert an environmental message into a first message through a sensor module, and send the first message to a PLC module; convert the first message into a second message through the PLC module, and transfer the first message 2. The message is sent to the man-machine interface module; through the man-machine interface module, it is judged whether the second message conforms to the input judgment logic setting, if it is, the first vibration command is sent, if not, the previous step is returned; And the first vibration command is received through a vibration module, and the corresponding vibration message is generated.

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