EP2113628A2 - Method for automatic control of a motorised home-automation screen coupled with means for determining wind strength. - Google Patents

Method for automatic control of a motorised home-automation screen coupled with means for determining wind strength. Download PDF

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EP2113628A2
EP2113628A2 EP09157418A EP09157418A EP2113628A2 EP 2113628 A2 EP2113628 A2 EP 2113628A2 EP 09157418 A EP09157418 A EP 09157418A EP 09157418 A EP09157418 A EP 09157418A EP 2113628 A2 EP2113628 A2 EP 2113628A2
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E06—DOORS, WINDOWS, SHUTTERS, OR ROLLER BLINDS IN GENERAL; LADDERS
    • E06B—FIXED OR MOVABLE CLOSURES FOR OPENINGS IN BUILDINGS, VEHICLES, FENCES OR LIKE ENCLOSURES IN GENERAL, e.g. DOORS, WINDOWS, BLINDS, GATES
    • E06B9/00—Screening or protective devices for wall or similar openings, with or without operating or securing mechanisms; Closures of similar construction
    • E06B9/56—Operating, guiding or securing devices or arrangements for roll-type closures; Spring drums; Tape drums; Counterweighting arrangements therefor
    • E06B9/68—Operating devices or mechanisms, e.g. with electric drive
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04F—FINISHING WORK ON BUILDINGS, e.g. STAIRS, FLOORS
    • E04F10/00—Sunshades, e.g. Florentine blinds or jalousies; Outside screens; Awnings or baldachins
    • E04F10/02—Sunshades, e.g. Florentine blinds or jalousies; Outside screens; Awnings or baldachins of flexible canopy materials, e.g. canvas ; Baldachins
    • E04F10/06—Sunshades, e.g. Florentine blinds or jalousies; Outside screens; Awnings or baldachins of flexible canopy materials, e.g. canvas ; Baldachins comprising a roller-blind with means for holding the end away from a building
    • E04F10/0644—Sunshades, e.g. Florentine blinds or jalousies; Outside screens; Awnings or baldachins of flexible canopy materials, e.g. canvas ; Baldachins comprising a roller-blind with means for holding the end away from a building with mechanisms for unrolling or balancing the blind
    • E04F10/0659—Control systems therefor
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E06—DOORS, WINDOWS, SHUTTERS, OR ROLLER BLINDS IN GENERAL; LADDERS
    • E06B—FIXED OR MOVABLE CLOSURES FOR OPENINGS IN BUILDINGS, VEHICLES, FENCES OR LIKE ENCLOSURES IN GENERAL, e.g. DOORS, WINDOWS, BLINDS, GATES
    • E06B9/00—Screening or protective devices for wall or similar openings, with or without operating or securing mechanisms; Closures of similar construction
    • E06B9/24—Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshine; Similar screens for privacy or appearance; Slat blinds
    • E06B9/26—Lamellar or like blinds, e.g. venetian blinds
    • E06B9/28—Lamellar or like blinds, e.g. venetian blinds with horizontal lamellae, e.g. non-liftable
    • E06B9/30—Lamellar or like blinds, e.g. venetian blinds with horizontal lamellae, e.g. non-liftable liftable
    • E06B9/32—Operating, guiding, or securing devices therefor
    • E06B9/322—Details of operating devices, e.g. pulleys, brakes, spring drums, drives
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E06—DOORS, WINDOWS, SHUTTERS, OR ROLLER BLINDS IN GENERAL; LADDERS
    • E06B—FIXED OR MOVABLE CLOSURES FOR OPENINGS IN BUILDINGS, VEHICLES, FENCES OR LIKE ENCLOSURES IN GENERAL, e.g. DOORS, WINDOWS, BLINDS, GATES
    • E06B9/00—Screening or protective devices for wall or similar openings, with or without operating or securing mechanisms; Closures of similar construction
    • E06B9/56—Operating, guiding or securing devices or arrangements for roll-type closures; Spring drums; Tape drums; Counterweighting arrangements therefor
    • E06B9/68—Operating devices or mechanisms, e.g. with electric drive
    • E06B2009/6809—Control
    • E06B2009/6818—Control using sensors
    • E06B2009/6863—Control using sensors sensing wind speed

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  • the invention relates to a method for automatically controlling a home automation device comprising a wind-sensitive screen and a sensor for measuring the intensity of the wind.
  • the invention also relates to a home automation device for implementing this method.
  • a screen When a screen is located outside the building, it is exposed to restrictive operating conditions.
  • the screen may be biased by the wind, which can damage the structure of the screen.
  • it is known to control the ascent of a screen as soon as the intensity of the wind exceeds a determined threshold.
  • a determined threshold Given the security aspect, in the majority of cases, there is a single detection threshold beyond which the screen is completely reassembled.
  • several thresholds are taken into account.
  • the automation moves or allows the displacement of a sunscreen to different positions determined according to the measured wind intensity.
  • the screen can be deployed or partially folded. The structure of the screen is then less stressed because there is less surface of the screen exposed to the wind.
  • the intermediate position of the screen still provides partial sun protection. Indeed, at this position, the screen remains deployed on the upper part of the race of the screen and covers a corresponding projection area. On the other hand, no sun protection can be provided for the zone corresponding to the lower part of the screen stroke.
  • the tension of the deployed screen depends on the weight and / or guidance of its bar charge.
  • the load bar and the screen may beat, especially if the surface of the screen exposed to the wind is large, which generates noise and / or can slightly deteriorate the structure.
  • the object of the invention is to provide a method of automatically controlling a home automation screen to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks and improving control methods known from the prior art.
  • the invention proposes a method of automatic control allowing a home-automation screen to ensure, in a secure manner, at least partially its function in low wind conditions and to ensure the return to a secure configuration in situations of Strong wind.
  • control method according to the invention is defined by claim 1.
  • the home automation device according to the invention is defined by claim 10.
  • a home automation device controlled according to the control method according to the invention comprises a mobile screen, for example a screen for closing, occultation or sun protection, these screens being generally sensitive to the wind, that is to say susceptible Damage and / or damage to nearby components when deployed in windy conditions.
  • the device also comprises a means for determining, for example measuring, the intensity of the wind, either directly, such as an anemometer, or through its effects on an element of the screen, such as a sensor. effort.
  • the control method according to the invention is particularly suitable for controlling two types of home automation devices, such as motorized blinds illustrated in FIGS. Figures 1 to 8 .
  • the first type of home automation device comprises a screen 1 provided with a rollable fabric 11.
  • the fabric 11 is fixed on one side to a winding tube 12 and on the other side to a load bar 13 so as to allow its winding on the winding tube 12 or its unwinding from the tube 12 by means of actuating means, such as for example a motor 14 whose power supply is controlled by an electronic control unit 15.
  • the home automation device also comprises a determination means 16, for example by measuring, the intensity of the wind, such as an anemometer.
  • the home automation device further comprises a locking means 17 of the load bar of the screen, represented here by two "V" -shaped supports arranged laterally on either side of the screen. Other locking means may be envisaged to ensure the immobilization of the load bar at a given position, the representation of the locking means by this type of support being not limiting.
  • FIGS. Figures 3 and 4 illustrate any position of the blind.
  • the wind exerts a force Fv on the whole deployed surface as represented in gray on the figure 1 .
  • This effort causes the lateral beat ML1 and / or vertical MV1 of the screen, as shown in FIG. figure 2 .
  • a solution according to the invention consists in blocking the load bar as is illustrated in FIGS. Figures 3 and 4 .
  • the beats ML'1 and MV'1 of the screen are greatly reduced.
  • one solution consists in causing the fabric to wind up, after blocking of the load bar, until the desired tension is obtained.
  • the locking means are generally arranged close to the bottom end of the screen but they can be located at another intermediate position of the race.
  • the second type of home automation device 2 shown in Figures 5 to 8 , comprises a screen 2a provided with blades 21 orientable.
  • the screen is provided with a lower load bar 23, this load bar being fixed to the ends of cords or laces 27 winding on winding drums 22 driven in rotation by a shaft 28 connected to a motor 24 of which the power supply is controlled by an electronic control unit 25.
  • the maneuvering of the screen is carried out thanks to the cords or laces, passing through the blades 21.
  • the winding of the cords or laces on the winding drums has the effect of raising the load bar and, consequently, stacking the blades one over the other.
  • the screen also comprises blade orientation means (not shown) for adjusting the angular position of the blades about their longitudinal axis, these being parallel to the axis of the load bar.
  • the installation has a determination means 26, for example by measurement, of the intensity of the wind, such as an anemometer.
  • FIGS. Figures 7 and 8 illustrate a position of the awning for which the blades are oriented so as to obtain maximum sun protection.
  • the blades are close to the vertical position, thus providing a large wind catching surface as shown hatched on the figure 5 .
  • Wind then exerts a force Fv on this surface thus causing the lateral beat ML2 and / or vertical MV2 of the screen, as shown in FIG. figure 6 .
  • a solution according to the invention consists in reducing the winding surface by modifying the orientation of the blades as illustrated in FIGS. Figures 7 and 8 where the wind catching area is diminished.
  • the wind can pass through them (F'v) thus reducing the beats ML'2 and MV'2 of the screen.
  • the blocking of the load bar can be provided by means identical to those mentioned above.
  • the two home automation devices described above comprise hardware means 15, 16 and 25, 26 and software for implementing the control method according to the invention.
  • the proposed method uses two predefined wind intensity thresholds, which makes it possible to define three operating intervals.
  • the method triggers a security scenario. This is usually a lift order or complete or substantial fallback of the home automation screen. It is in fact necessary to no longer expose the surface of the screen to the wind. In this case, the force of the wind on even a small surface of the screen may damage its structure.
  • the median operating interval corresponds to a wind intensity between the first and the second threshold.
  • the method according to the invention controls the positioning of the screen in a position at least equal to or more deployed than in its initial position when detecting a light intensity. wind within the median operating range.
  • a protection for example an extended sun protection, which can also cover an area corresponding to the lower part of the screen stroke.
  • the deployment position reached following a determination of the intensity of the wind in the median interval corresponds to the total deployment of the screen, the covered solar protection zone thus being the largest.
  • the wind is strong enough to generate a nuisance causing a flapping of the screen. It can be a noise nuisance or a slight degradation of the structure, by wear. However, the intensity is not important enough to damage the structure. Also, to avoid this nuisance, the screen is configured to stabilize the screen.
  • This stabilization can be performed as explained above by blocking a mobile part of the screen.
  • this blocking may consist in immobilizing the load bar. Blocking means can be enabled or disabled following a specific maneuver of the screen. Once the load bar is immobilized, the fabric can be stretched. In addition to the aesthetic appearance, this tension and immobilization limit the flutter of the screen and the nuisances previously mentioned. In this case, it is possible to associate different voltages of the screen (that is to say of the fabric or cords supporting the blades) at different wind speeds, the tension increasing with the wind speed.
  • the stabilization of the screen can also (alternatively or complementarily) be obtained by decreasing the surface of the screen exposed directly to the wind.
  • This solution is particularly suitable for screens with adjustable blades where it is then possible to orient the blades to facilitate the passage of wind through them. The wind exerts less force on the screen. The screen is therefore more stable because less solicited.
  • a first step 110 the intensity of the wind I M , that is to say for example the value of its speed or the value of the forces it exerts on the screen, is determined for example using measuring means 16 or 26.
  • this intensity I M is compared to a first threshold S 1 previously recorded. If the measured intensity is lower, the process loops on a new determination of the intensity of the wind according to a determined polling rate, in other words, after a delay. Otherwise, we go to a step 130.
  • a third step 130 the intensity I M is compared with a second threshold S 2 previously recorded. If the intensity measured is lower, we go to a fourth step 140. Otherwise, we go to a fifth step 150.
  • the screen is configured to stabilize it. This stabilization can be obtained by one of the solutions described above.
  • the deployment of the screen is either identical or greater than it was in the previous step. In other words, the free end of the screen has either remained motionless or has moved so as to increase the visible surface of the screen.
  • a security scenario is executed. This scenario involves bringing the screen to a position where its structure will be protected from any risk of damage. In the case of intense wind, it is generally a position for which the screen is completely reassembled. It is obvious that if the screen is blocked, the security scenario will start with the unlocking of the screen before moving the screen.
  • Steps 120 and 130 can be reversed.
  • step 140 it can be expected to reset the process to ensure the execution of the security scenario of step 150 in the case where the wind intensity exceeds the second threshold S 2 .
  • step 140 there may be provided a step of activating or deactivating step 140 according to the wish of the user.
  • the screen is not locked in a stabilization position as defined in step 140 if the user does not wish.
  • the user may prefer the sun protection, tilting the blades a little more, compared to the stability of the screen, thus accepting the possible nuisances induced.
  • the user can act on the installation via a control point.
  • the stabilized position corresponding to a tension level of the fabric after blocking of the load bar or corresponding to a blade orientation, can be set by default, by setting the user manually or by learning.
  • the beat can be appreciated by measuring the movements of the load bar when the screen is stopped.
  • the adjustment of the stabilization may correspond to the increase of the tensioning of the fabric or to the angular orientation of the blades.
  • the flapping of the screen can also be measured from the forces exerted on the motor 14.
  • the method of execution of the method has been described when it is applied to a blind with rollable fabric or with adjustable blades. However, it is clear that the method can be applied to any home automation device comprising a wind-sensitive screen and means for stabilizing the screen with respect to the effects of wind.
  • the home automation devices described above comprise, among the hardware and / or software means for implementing the control method according to the invention, a recording means for a first threshold S 1 , means for recording a second threshold S 2 , means for comparing the intensity I M determined at the first and second thresholds, means for controlling the movements of the screen so as to block one of its moving parts and / or blade orientation modification control means and means for executing a predefined security scenario.
  • the software means may comprise computer programs.

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Abstract

The method involves determining intensity of wind when a home automation screen (1a) is in an initial position, and permitting the screen to attain a safety position from the initial position when the determined wind intensity is between threshold values. The screen is allowed to reach another safety position when the determined wind intensity is higher than the latter threshold value, where deployment of the screen in the former safety position is equal to deployment of the screen in the initial position. An independent claim is also included for a home automation device comprising a determination unit for determining intensity of wind.

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L'invention concerne un procédé de commande automatique d'un dispositif domotique comprenant un écran sensible au vent et un capteur de mesure de l'intensité du vent. L'invention concerne également un dispositif domotique pour mettre en oeuvre ce procédé.The invention relates to a method for automatically controlling a home automation device comprising a wind-sensitive screen and a sensor for measuring the intensity of the wind. The invention also relates to a home automation device for implementing this method.

Lorsqu'un écran est situé à l'extérieur du bâtiment, il est exposé à des conditions de fonctionnement contraignantes. Notamment, l'écran peut être sollicité par le vent, ce qui peut endommager la structure de l'écran. Pour des raisons de sécurité, il est connu de commander la remontée d'un écran dès que l'intensité du vent dépasse un seuil déterminé. Compte tenu de l'aspect sécuritaire, dans la majorité des cas, il est prévu un seul seuil de détection au-delà duquel l'écran est complètement remonté. Dans le brevet US 5,225,748 , plusieurs seuils sont pris en compte. L'automatisme déplace ou permet le déplacement d'un écran de protection solaire jusqu'à différentes positions déterminées en fonction de l'intensité du vent mesurée. Ainsi, si le vent n'est pas trop fort, l'écran peut être déployé ou replié partiellement. La structure de l'écran est alors moins sollicitée car il y a moins de surface de l'écran exposé au vent. D'autre part, la position intermédiaire de l'écran permet encore d'assurer une protection solaire partielle. En effet, à cette position, l'écran reste déployé sur la partie haute de la course de l'écran et couvre une zone de projection correspondante. Par contre, aucune protection solaire ne peut être assurée pour la zone correspondante à la partie basse de la course de l'écran.When a screen is located outside the building, it is exposed to restrictive operating conditions. In particular, the screen may be biased by the wind, which can damage the structure of the screen. For safety reasons, it is known to control the ascent of a screen as soon as the intensity of the wind exceeds a determined threshold. Given the security aspect, in the majority of cases, there is a single detection threshold beyond which the screen is completely reassembled. In the patent US5,225,748 several thresholds are taken into account. The automation moves or allows the displacement of a sunscreen to different positions determined according to the measured wind intensity. Thus, if the wind is not too strong, the screen can be deployed or partially folded. The structure of the screen is then less stressed because there is less surface of the screen exposed to the wind. On the other hand, the intermediate position of the screen still provides partial sun protection. Indeed, at this position, the screen remains deployed on the upper part of the race of the screen and covers a corresponding projection area. On the other hand, no sun protection can be provided for the zone corresponding to the lower part of the screen stroke.

Pour certains écrans munis d'une barre de charge tels que des écrans à lames orientables ou des stores toile enroulables, le maintien de la tension de l'écran déployé dépend du poids et/ou du guidage de sa barre de charge. Lorsque l'écran est sollicité par le vent, ce dernier peut provoquer le battement de la barre de charge et de l'écran, en particulier si la surface de l'écran exposée au vent est importante, ce qui génère du bruit et/ou peut légèrement détériorer la structure.For some screens with a load bar such as adjustable slat screens or roller blinds, the tension of the deployed screen depends on the weight and / or guidance of its bar charge. When the screen is loaded with wind, it may cause the load bar and the screen to beat, especially if the surface of the screen exposed to the wind is large, which generates noise and / or can slightly deteriorate the structure.

Outre le fait qu'il ne propose qu'une protection solaire partielle, le brevet US 5,225,748 ne permet pas de résoudre le problème précédent en ce sens que l'écran est simplement déplacé jusqu'à une position particulière. Aucune action spécifique n'est prévue pour limiter le battement de la structure lorsque l'écran est à cette position particulière.In addition to offering only partial sun protection, the patent US5,225,748 does not solve the above problem in that the screen is simply moved to a particular position. No specific action is provided to limit the beat of the structure when the screen is at that particular position.

Le but de l'invention est de fournir un procédé de commande automatique d'un écran domotique permettant de remédier aux inconvénients précités et améliorant les procédés de commande connus de l'art antérieur. En particulier, l'invention propose un procédé de commande automatique permettant à un écran domotique d'assurer, de manière sécurisée, au moins partiellement sa fonction dans des situations de vent faible et d'assurer le retour à une configuration sécurisée dans des situations de vent fort.The object of the invention is to provide a method of automatically controlling a home automation screen to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks and improving control methods known from the prior art. In particular, the invention proposes a method of automatic control allowing a home-automation screen to ensure, in a secure manner, at least partially its function in low wind conditions and to ensure the return to a secure configuration in situations of Strong wind.

Le procédé de commande selon l'invention est défini par la revendication 1.The control method according to the invention is defined by claim 1.

Différents modes d'exécution du procédé sont définis par les caractéristiques 2 à 9.Different embodiments of the process are defined by characteristics 2 to 9.

Le dispositif domotique selon l'invention est défini par la revendication 10.The home automation device according to the invention is defined by claim 10.

L'invention sera mieux comprise à la lecture de la description qui va suivre, donnée uniquement à titre d'exemple et faite en se référant aux dessins annexés sur lesquels :

  • les figures 1 et 2 sont des schémas d'une toile enroulable dans une position quelconque pour la mise en oeuvre du procédé de commande selon l'invention ;
  • les figures 3 et 4 sont des schémas d'une toile enroulable dans une position stabilisée pour la mise en oeuvre du procédé de commande selon l'invention ;
  • les figures 5 et 6 sont des schémas d'un écran muni de lames orientables dans une position quelconque pour la mise en oeuvre du procédé de commande selon l'invention ;
  • les figures 7 et 8 sont des schémas d'un écran muni de lames orientables dans une position stabilisée pour la mise en oeuvre du procédé de commande selon l'invention ;
  • la figure 9 est un ordinogramme d'un mode d'exécution du procédé de commande selon l'invention.
  • la figure 10 est un ordinogramme d'un complément du mode d'exécution du procédé de commande précédent.
The invention will be better understood on reading the description which follows, given solely by way of example and with reference to the appended drawings in which:
  • the Figures 1 and 2 are diagrams of a roll-up fabric in any position for carrying out the control method according to the invention;
  • the Figures 3 and 4 are diagrams of a roll-up fabric in a stabilized position for carrying out the control method according to the invention;
  • the Figures 5 and 6 are diagrams of a screen provided with steerable blades in any position for the implementation of the control method according to the invention;
  • the Figures 7 and 8 are diagrams of a screen provided with steerable blades in a stabilized position for the implementation of the control method according to the invention;
  • the figure 9 is a flow chart of an embodiment of the control method according to the invention.
  • the figure 10 is a flowchart of a complement of the execution mode of the preceding control method.

Un dispositif domotique commandé suivant le procédé de commande selon l'invention comprend un écran mobile, par exemple un écran de fermeture, d'occultation ou de protection solaire, ces écrans étant en général sensibles au vent, c'est-à-dire susceptibles d'être endommagés et/ou d'endommager des éléments à proximité lorsqu'ils sont déployés dans des conditions venteuses. Le dispositif comprend également un moyen de détermination, par exemple de mesure, de l'intensité du vent, soit directement, tel qu'un anémomètre, soit à travers ses effets sur un élément de l'écran, tel qu'un capteur d'effort.A home automation device controlled according to the control method according to the invention comprises a mobile screen, for example a screen for closing, occultation or sun protection, these screens being generally sensitive to the wind, that is to say susceptible Damage and / or damage to nearby components when deployed in windy conditions. The device also comprises a means for determining, for example measuring, the intensity of the wind, either directly, such as an anemometer, or through its effects on an element of the screen, such as a sensor. effort.

Le procédé de commande selon l'invention est particulièrement adapté pour commander deux types de dispositifs domotiques, tels que des stores motorisés illustrés aux figures 1 à 8.The control method according to the invention is particularly suitable for controlling two types of home automation devices, such as motorized blinds illustrated in FIGS. Figures 1 to 8 .

Le premier type de dispositif domotique 1, représenté aux figures 1 à 4, comprend un écran 1 a muni une toile 11 enroulable. La toile 11 est fixée d'un coté à un tube d'enroulement 12 et de l'autre côté à une barre de charge 13 de manière à permettre son enroulement sur le tube d'enroulement 12 ou son déroulement depuis le tube 12 par des moyens d'actionnement, comme par exemple un moteur 14 dont l'alimentation est pilotée par une unité électronique de commande 15. Le dispositif domotique comprend également un moyen de détermination 16, par exemple par mesure, de l'intensité du vent, tel qu'un anémomètre. Le dispositif domotique comprend encore un moyen de blocage 17 de la barre de charge de l'écran, représenté ici par deux supports en forme de « V » disposés latéralement de part et d'autre de l'écran. D'autres moyens de blocage peuvent être envisagés pour assurer l'immobilisation de la barre de charge à une position déterminée, la représentation du moyen de blocage par ce type de support n'étant pas limitative.The first type of home automation device 1, shown in Figures 1 to 4 , comprises a screen 1 provided with a rollable fabric 11. The fabric 11 is fixed on one side to a winding tube 12 and on the other side to a load bar 13 so as to allow its winding on the winding tube 12 or its unwinding from the tube 12 by means of actuating means, such as for example a motor 14 whose power supply is controlled by an electronic control unit 15. The home automation device also comprises a determination means 16, for example by measuring, the intensity of the wind, such as an anemometer. The home automation device further comprises a locking means 17 of the load bar of the screen, represented here by two "V" -shaped supports arranged laterally on either side of the screen. Other locking means may be envisaged to ensure the immobilization of the load bar at a given position, the representation of the locking means by this type of support being not limiting.

Les figures 1 et 2 illustrent une position quelconque du store. Le vent exerce un effort Fv sur toute la surface déployée telle que représentée en grisé sur la figure 1. Cet effort provoque le battement latéral ML1 et/ou vertical MV1 de l'écran, comme le montre la figure 2. Pour diminuer ce battement, une solution selon l'invention consiste à bloquer la barre de charge comme cela est illustré aux figures 3 et 4. En combinant le blocage avec une mise sous tension de la toile, on diminue fortement les battements ML'1 et MV'1 de l'écran. Pour la mise sous tension de la toile, une solution consiste à provoquer l'enroulement de la toile, après blocage de la barre de charge, jusqu'à ce que la tension souhaitée soit obtenue. Il est clair, qu'une installation dotée de moyens de blocage doit également prévoir des moyens de déblocage. Les moyens de blocage sont généralement disposés proches de la fin de course basse de l'écran mais ils peuvent être situés à une autre position intermédiaire de la course.The Figures 1 and 2 illustrate any position of the blind. The wind exerts a force Fv on the whole deployed surface as represented in gray on the figure 1 . This effort causes the lateral beat ML1 and / or vertical MV1 of the screen, as shown in FIG. figure 2 . To reduce this beat, a solution according to the invention consists in blocking the load bar as is illustrated in FIGS. Figures 3 and 4 . By combining the blocking with a powering of the fabric, the beats ML'1 and MV'1 of the screen are greatly reduced. In order to turn on the fabric, one solution consists in causing the fabric to wind up, after blocking of the load bar, until the desired tension is obtained. It is clear that an installation equipped with locking means must also provide means for unlocking. The locking means are generally arranged close to the bottom end of the screen but they can be located at another intermediate position of the race.

Le deuxième type de dispositif domotique 2, représenté aux figures 5 à 8, comprend un écran 2a muni de lames 21 orientables. L'écran est doté d'une barre de charge inférieure 23, cette barre de charge étant fixée aux extrémités de cordons ou lacettes 27 s'enroulant sur des tambours d'enroulement 22 entraînés en rotation par un arbre 28 relié à un moteur 24 dont l'alimentation est pilotée par une unité électronique de commande 25. La manoeuvre de l'écran est réalisée grâce aux cordons ou lacettes, passant à travers les lames 21. En effet, l'enroulement des cordons ou lacettes sur les tambours d'enroulement a pour effet de relever la barre de charge et, par conséquent d'empiler les lames les unes sur les autres. L'écran comprend également des moyens d'orientation des lames (non représentés) permettant de régler la position angulaire des lames autour de leur axe longitudinal, ceux-ci étant parallèles à l'axe de la barre de charge. En outre, l'installation dispose d'un moyen de détermination 26, par exemple par mesure, de l'intensité du vent, tel qu'un anémomètre.The second type of home automation device 2, shown in Figures 5 to 8 , comprises a screen 2a provided with blades 21 orientable. The screen is provided with a lower load bar 23, this load bar being fixed to the ends of cords or laces 27 winding on winding drums 22 driven in rotation by a shaft 28 connected to a motor 24 of which the power supply is controlled by an electronic control unit 25. The maneuvering of the screen is carried out thanks to the cords or laces, passing through the blades 21. In fact, the winding of the cords or laces on the winding drums has the effect of raising the load bar and, consequently, stacking the blades one over the other. The screen also comprises blade orientation means (not shown) for adjusting the angular position of the blades about their longitudinal axis, these being parallel to the axis of the load bar. In addition, the installation has a determination means 26, for example by measurement, of the intensity of the wind, such as an anemometer.

Les figures 5 et 6 illustrent une position du store pour laquelle les lames sont orientées de manière à obtenir une protection solaire maximum. Les lames sont proches de la position verticale, offrant ainsi une surface de prise au vent importante telle que représentée hachurée sur la figure 5. Du vent exerce alors un effort Fv sur cette surface provoquant ainsi le battement latéral ML2 et/ou vertical MV2 de l'écran, comme le montre la figure 6. Pour diminuer ce battement, une solution selon l'invention consiste à réduire la surface de prise au vent en modifiant l'orientation des lames comme cela est illustré aux figures 7 et 8 où la surface de prise au vent est diminuée. En orientant les lames dans une position plus horizontale, le vent peut passer à travers celles-ci (F'v) réduisant ainsi les battements ML'2 et MV'2 de l'écran.The Figures 5 and 6 illustrate a position of the awning for which the blades are oriented so as to obtain maximum sun protection. The blades are close to the vertical position, thus providing a large wind catching surface as shown hatched on the figure 5 . Wind then exerts a force Fv on this surface thus causing the lateral beat ML2 and / or vertical MV2 of the screen, as shown in FIG. figure 6 . To reduce this beating, a solution according to the invention consists in reducing the winding surface by modifying the orientation of the blades as illustrated in FIGS. Figures 7 and 8 where the wind catching area is diminished. By directing the blades to a more horizontal position, the wind can pass through them (F'v) thus reducing the beats ML'2 and MV'2 of the screen.

Complémentairement ou alternativement, pour améliorer la stabilité des écrans à lames orientables, il peut être prévu le blocage de la barre de charge, le déblocage des éléments du store étant toujours possible par une commande spécifique de l'utilisateur. Ce blocage de la barre de charge peut être assuré par des moyens identiques à ceux évoqués précédemment.Complementarily or alternatively, to improve the stability of the adjustable slat screens, it can be provided the blocking of the load bar, the unlocking of the elements of the blind is always possible by a specific command from the user. This blocking of the load bar can be provided by means identical to those mentioned above.

Les deux solutions proposées, blocage de la barre de charge ou orientation des lames, permettent, toutes les deux, d'améliorer la stabilité de l'écran dans le sens de la réduction du débattement de l'écran. Elles peuvent être utilisées alternativement ou complémentairement. En conséquence, la structure se trouve préservée de toute détérioration. De même, le bruit généré par les mouvements de la barre de charge sous l'effet du vent est réduit.Both solutions proposed, blocking of the load bar or orientation of the blades, allow, both, to improve the stability of the screen in the direction of the reduction of the displacement of the screen. They can be used alternately or complementarily. As a result, the structure is preserved from any deterioration. Similarly, the noise generated by the movements of the load bar under the effect of the wind is reduced.

Les deux dispositifs domotiques décrits précédemment comprennent des moyens matériels 15, 16 et 25, 26 et logiciels de mise en oeuvre du procédé de commande selon l'invention.The two home automation devices described above comprise hardware means 15, 16 and 25, 26 and software for implementing the control method according to the invention.

Le procédé de commande automatique selon l'invention est décrit ci-après.The automatic control method according to the invention is described below.

Le procédé proposé utilise deux seuils d'intensité de vent prédéfinis, ce qui permet de définir trois intervalles de fonctionnement.The proposed method uses two predefined wind intensity thresholds, which makes it possible to define three operating intervals.

Quand l'intensité du vent est inférieure au premier seuil, aucune action n'est prévue car l'intensité du vent n'est pas assez forte pour produire une dégradation ou un inconfort/désagrément.When the intensity of the wind is below the first threshold, no action is expected because the wind is not strong enough to cause degradation or discomfort / inconvenience.

Lorsque l'intensité est supérieure au second seuil, le procédé déclenche un scénario de sécurité. Il s'agit généralement d'un ordre de remontée ou de repli complet ou substantiel de l'écran domotique. Il est en fait nécessaire de ne plus exposer de surface de l'écran au vent. Dans ce cas, l'effort du vent sur une surface, même faible, de l'écran risque d'endommager sa structure.When the intensity is greater than the second threshold, the method triggers a security scenario. This is usually a lift order or complete or substantial fallback of the home automation screen. It is in fact necessary to no longer expose the surface of the screen to the wind. In this case, the force of the wind on even a small surface of the screen may damage its structure.

L'intervalle de fonctionnement médian correspond à une intensité de vent comprise entre le premier et le second seuil. Lorsque l'intensité du vent déterminée est incluse dans cet intervalle médian, le procédé selon l'invention commande le positionnement de l'écran dans une position au moins égale ou plus déployée que dans sa position initiale lors de la détection d'une intensité de vent comprise dans l'intervalle de fonctionnement médian. Ainsi, cela permet de maintenir une protection, par exemple une protection solaire, étendue pouvant également couvrir une zone correspondante à la partie basse de la course de l'écran.The median operating interval corresponds to a wind intensity between the first and the second threshold. When the determined wind intensity is included in this median interval, the method according to the invention controls the positioning of the screen in a position at least equal to or more deployed than in its initial position when detecting a light intensity. wind within the median operating range. Thus, this makes it possible to maintain a protection, for example an extended sun protection, which can also cover an area corresponding to the lower part of the screen stroke.

Préférentiellement, la position de déploiement atteinte suite à une détermination de l'intensité du vent dans l'intervalle médian correspond au déploiement total de l'écran, la zone de protection solaire couverte étant ainsi la plus grande.Preferably, the deployment position reached following a determination of the intensity of the wind in the median interval corresponds to the total deployment of the screen, the covered solar protection zone thus being the largest.

Pour cet intervalle médian, le vent est assez fort pour générer une nuisance en provoquant un battement de l'écran. Ce peut être une nuisance sonore ou une légère dégradation de la structure, par usure. Cependant, l'intensité n'est pas assez importante pour endommager la structure. Aussi, pour éviter cette nuisance, l'écran est configuré de manière à stabiliser l'écran.For this median interval, the wind is strong enough to generate a nuisance causing a flapping of the screen. It can be a noise nuisance or a slight degradation of the structure, by wear. However, the intensity is not important enough to damage the structure. Also, to avoid this nuisance, the screen is configured to stabilize the screen.

Cette stabilisation peut être réalisée comme expliqué précédemment en bloquant une partie mobile de l'écran. Dans le cas d'une toile enroulable équipée d'une barre de charge, ce blocage peut consister à immobiliser la barre de charge. Un moyen de blocage peut être activé ou désactivé suite à une manoeuvre spécifique de l'écran. Une fois la barre de charge immobilisée, la toile peut être tendue. Outre l'aspect esthétique, cette tension et l'immobilisation limitent le battement de l'écran et les nuisances précédemment évoquées. Dans ce cas, on peut associer différentes tensions de l'écran (c'est-à-dire de la toile ou des cordons soutenant les lames) à différentes vitesses de vent, la tension augmentant avec la vitesse du vent.This stabilization can be performed as explained above by blocking a mobile part of the screen. In the case of a rollable fabric equipped with a load bar, this blocking may consist in immobilizing the load bar. Blocking means can be enabled or disabled following a specific maneuver of the screen. Once the load bar is immobilized, the fabric can be stretched. In addition to the aesthetic appearance, this tension and immobilization limit the flutter of the screen and the nuisances previously mentioned. In this case, it is possible to associate different voltages of the screen (that is to say of the fabric or cords supporting the blades) at different wind speeds, the tension increasing with the wind speed.

Comme évoqué précédemment, la stabilisation de l'écran peut également (alternativement ou complémentairement) être obtenue en diminuant la surface de l'écran exposée directement au vent. Cette solution est particulièrement adaptée pour les écrans munis de lames orientables où il est alors possible d'orienter les lames de manière à faciliter le passage du vent à travers celles-ci. Le vent exerce alors un effort moins important sur l'écran. L'écran est donc plus stable car moins sollicité. Dans ce cas, on peut associer différentes orientations des lames à différentes vitesses de vent, l'angle d'orientation des lames (angle géométrique aigu entre l'horizontale et le plan des lames) diminuant avec la vitesse du vent.As mentioned above, the stabilization of the screen can also (alternatively or complementarily) be obtained by decreasing the surface of the screen exposed directly to the wind. This solution is particularly suitable for screens with adjustable blades where it is then possible to orient the blades to facilitate the passage of wind through them. The wind exerts less force on the screen. The screen is therefore more stable because less solicited. In this case, we can associate different orientations of the blades at different wind speeds, the angle of orientation of the blades (acute geometric angle between the horizontal and the plane of the blades) decreasing with the wind speed.

Un mode d'exécution particulier du procédé de commande automatique est décrit ci-après à titre d'exemple en référence à la figure 9.A particular embodiment of the automatic control method is described below by way of example with reference to the figure 9 .

Dans une première étape 110, l'intensité du vent IM, c'est-à-dire par exemple la valeur de sa vitesse ou la valeur des efforts qu'il exerce sur l'écran, est déterminée par exemple à l'aide du moyen de mesure 16 ou 26.In a first step 110, the intensity of the wind I M , that is to say for example the value of its speed or the value of the forces it exerts on the screen, is determined for example using measuring means 16 or 26.

Dans une seconde étape 120, cette intensité IM est comparée à un premier seuil S1 préalablement enregistré. Si l'intensité mesurée est inférieure, le procédé boucle sur une nouvelle détermination de l'intensité du vent en fonction d'une cadence de scrutation déterminée, en d'autres termes, après une temporisation. Dans le cas contraire, on passe à une étape 130.In a second step 120, this intensity I M is compared to a first threshold S 1 previously recorded. If the measured intensity is lower, the process loops on a new determination of the intensity of the wind according to a determined polling rate, in other words, after a delay. Otherwise, we go to a step 130.

Dans une troisième étape 130, l'intensité IM est comparée à un second seuil S2 préalablement enregistré. Si l'intensité mesurée est inférieure, on passe à une quatrième étape 140. Dans le cas contraire, on passe à une cinquième étape 150.In a third step 130, the intensity I M is compared with a second threshold S 2 previously recorded. If the intensity measured is lower, we go to a fourth step 140. Otherwise, we go to a fifth step 150.

Dans la quatrième étape 140, l'écran est configuré de manière à le stabiliser. Cette stabilisation peut être obtenue par une des solutions décrites précédemment. A l'issue de cette étape, le déploiement de l'écran est soit identique, soit plus important que ce qu'il était à l'étape précédente. En d'autres termes, l'extrémité libre de l'écran est soit restée immobile, soit s'est déplacée de manière à augmenter la surface visible de l'écran.In the fourth step 140, the screen is configured to stabilize it. This stabilization can be obtained by one of the solutions described above. At the end of this step, the deployment of the screen is either identical or greater than it was in the previous step. In other words, the free end of the screen has either remained motionless or has moved so as to increase the visible surface of the screen.

Dans la cinquième étape 150, un scénario de sécurité est exécuté. Ce scénario consiste à amener l'écran à une position où sa structure sera préservée de tous risques d'endommagement. Dans le cas de vent intense, il s'agit généralement d'une position pour laquelle l'écran est complètement remonté. Il est évident que si l'écran est bloqué, le scénario de sécurité commencera par le déblocage de l'écran avant tout déplacement de l'écran.In the fifth step 150, a security scenario is executed. This scenario involves bringing the screen to a position where its structure will be protected from any risk of damage. In the case of intense wind, it is generally a position for which the screen is completely reassembled. It is obvious that if the screen is blocked, the security scenario will start with the unlocking of the screen before moving the screen.

Les étapes 120 et 130 peuvent être interverties.Steps 120 and 130 can be reversed.

Suite à l'étape 140, il peut être prévu de réinitialiser le procédé afin de garantir l'exécution du scénario de sécurité de l'étape 150 dans le cas où l'intensité du vent dépasse le second seuil S2.Following step 140, it can be expected to reset the process to ensure the execution of the security scenario of step 150 in the case where the wind intensity exceeds the second threshold S 2 .

En variante, illustré à la figure 10, les étapes suivant l'étape 140 sont :

  • Une sixième étape 160 correspondant à l'étape 110.
  • Une septième étape 170 analogue à l'étape 130, la différence étant que lorsque la mesure est inférieure au second seuil S2, on passe à l'étape 160 avec ou sans temporisation.
  • Une huitième étape 180 correspondant à l'étape 150.
  • Le procédé relatif à cette variante consiste donc, une fois que l'écran est stabilisé, à réagir uniquement pour des évènements présentant un risque important pour l'écran. Ainsi, dans la suite du procédé, l'intensité déterminée est seulement comparée au second seuil de sécurité S2, déclenchant un scénario de sécurité si le seuil est franchi. Si l'écran n'est plus stabilisé, suite à une manoeuvre manuelle par exemple, le procédé peut boucler sur l'étape 110.
Alternatively, illustrated at figure 10 , the steps following step 140 are:
  • A sixth step 160 corresponding to step 110.
  • A seventh step 170 similar to step 130, the difference being that when the measurement is less than the second threshold S 2 , we go to step 160 with or without delay.
  • An eighth step 180 corresponding to step 150.
  • The method relating to this variant therefore consists, once the screen is stabilized, to react only for events presenting a significant risk for the screen. Thus, in the following process, the determined intensity is only compared to the second safety threshold S 2 , triggering a security scenario if the threshold is crossed. If the screen is no longer stabilized, following a manual operation for example, the process can loop on step 110.

Alternativement, il peut être prévu une étape consistant à activer ou désactiver l'étape 140 en fonction du souhait de l'utilisateur. Ainsi l'écran n'est pas bloqué dans une position de stabilisation telle que définie à l'étape 140 si l'utilisateur ne le souhaite pas. Par exemple, l'utilisateur peut préférer la protection solaire, en inclinant un peu plus les lames, par rapport à la stabilité de l'écran, acceptant ainsi les éventuelles nuisances induites. Pour cela, l'utilisateur peut agir sur l'installation via un point de commande.Alternatively, there may be provided a step of activating or deactivating step 140 according to the wish of the user. Thus the screen is not locked in a stabilization position as defined in step 140 if the user does not wish. For example, the user may prefer the sun protection, tilting the blades a little more, compared to the stability of the screen, thus accepting the possible nuisances induced. For this, the user can act on the installation via a control point.

La position stabilisée, correspondant à un niveau de tension de la toile après blocage de la barre de charge ou correspondant à une orientation des lames, peut être définie par défaut, par réglage de l'utilisateur manuellement ou par apprentissage. De même, Il peut également être prévu des moyens permettant d'évaluer le battement de l'écran, comme par exemple un accéléromètre, et d'ajuster la stabilisation en fonction de cette évaluation. Le battement peut être apprécié par la mesure des mouvements de la barre de charge lorsque l'écran est arrêté. L'ajustement de la stabilisation peut correspondre à l'augmentation de la mise sous tension de la toile ou à l'orientation angulaire des lames. Le battement de l'écran peut également être mesuré à partir des efforts exercés sur le moteur 14.The stabilized position, corresponding to a tension level of the fabric after blocking of the load bar or corresponding to a blade orientation, can be set by default, by setting the user manually or by learning. Similarly, it may also be provided means for evaluating the beat of the screen, such as an accelerometer, and adjust the stabilization based on this evaluation. The beat can be appreciated by measuring the movements of the load bar when the screen is stopped. The adjustment of the stabilization may correspond to the increase of the tensioning of the fabric or to the angular orientation of the blades. The flapping of the screen can also be measured from the forces exerted on the motor 14.

Le mode d'exécution du procédé a été décrit lorsqu'il s'applique à un store à toile enroulable ou à lames orientables. Il est cependant clair que le procédé peut être appliqué à tout dispositif domotique comprenant un écran sensible au vent et un moyen permettant de stabiliser l'écran par rapport aux effets du vent.The method of execution of the method has been described when it is applied to a blind with rollable fabric or with adjustable blades. However, it is clear that the method can be applied to any home automation device comprising a wind-sensitive screen and means for stabilizing the screen with respect to the effects of wind.

Pour permettre la mise en oeuvre du procédé de commande selon l'invention, les dispositifs domotiques décrits précédemment, comprennent parmi les moyens matériels et/ou logiciels de mise en oeuvre du procédé de commande selon l'invention, un moyen d'enregistrement d'un premier seuil S1, un moyen d'enregistrement d'un deuxième seuil S2, un moyen de comparaison de l'intensité IM déterminée aux premier et deuxième seuils, un moyen de commande de déplacements de l'écran de manière à bloquer une de ses parties mobiles et/ou un moyen de commande de modification de l'orientation de lames et un moyen d'exécution d'un scénario de sécurité prédéfini. Les moyens logiciels peuvent comprendre des programmes informatiques.To enable the implementation of the control method according to the invention, the home automation devices described above comprise, among the hardware and / or software means for implementing the control method according to the invention, a recording means for a first threshold S 1 , means for recording a second threshold S 2 , means for comparing the intensity I M determined at the first and second thresholds, means for controlling the movements of the screen so as to block one of its moving parts and / or blade orientation modification control means and means for executing a predefined security scenario. The software means may comprise computer programs.

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Procédé de commande automatique d'un écran domotique motorisé (1a ;2a) couplé à un moyen de détermination (16 ; 26) de l'intensité du vent, le procédé comprenant une étape de détermination de l'intensité du vent, l'écran étant dans une position initiale, une étape dans laquelle on amène l'écran de la position initiale à une première position de sécurité lorsque l'intensité du vent déterminée est comprise entre un premier (S1) et un second seuil (S2) et une étape dans laquelle on amène l'écran à une deuxième position de sécurité lorsque l'intensité du vent déterminée est supérieure au second seuil, caractérisé en ce que la première position de sécurité de l'écran correspond à un déploiement de l'écran au moins sensiblement égal au déploiement de l'écran dans sa position initiale.A method of automatically controlling a home automation screen (1a; 2a) coupled to a wind intensity determining means (16; 26), the method comprising a step of determining the wind intensity, the screen being in an initial position, a step in which the screen is brought from the initial position to a first safety position when the determined wind intensity is between a first (S 1 ) and a second threshold (S 2 ) and a step in which the screen is brought to a second safety position when the determined wind intensity is greater than the second threshold, characterized in that the first security position of the screen corresponds to a deployment of the screen at the less substantially equal to the deployment of the screen in its initial position. Procédé de commande automatique selon la revendication 1, caractérisé en ce que la première position de sécurité est la position complètement déployée de l'écran.An automatic control method according to claim 1, characterized in that the first safety position is the fully deployed position of the screen. Procédé de commande automatique selon l'une des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que l'étape dans laquelle on amène l'écran à la première position de sécurité comprend une phase de stabilisation de l'écran.Automatic control method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the step in which the screen is brought to the first safety position comprises a phase of stabilization of the screen. Procédé de commande automatique selon la revendication 3, caractérisé en ce que la phase de stabilisation de l'écran comprend le blocage d'au moins une partie mobile (13 ; 23) de l'écran.Automatic control method according to claim 3, characterized in that the stabilization phase of the screen comprises blocking at least one movable portion (13; 23) of the screen. Procédé de commande automatique selon la revendication 4, caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend une étape de déblocage de la partie mobile avant l'étape dans laquelle on amène l'écran à la deuxième position de sécurité.Automatic control method according to claim 4, characterized in that it comprises a step of unblocking the moving part before the step in which the screen is brought to the second safety position. Procédé de commande automatique selon l'une des revendications 4 ou 5, caractérisé en ce qu'il s'applique à un écran domotique (1a) comprenant une barre de charge (13) fixée en extrémité de l'écran et en ce que la partie mobile comprend la barre de charge.Automatic control method according to one of Claims 4 or 5, characterized in that it applies to a home-automation screen (1a) comprising a load bar (13) fixed at the end of the screen and in that the moving part includes the load bar. Procédé de commande automatique selon la revendication 6, caractérisé en ce qu'il s'applique à un écran domotique (2a) comprenant une toile (11) s'enroulant autour d'un tube d'enroulement (12) entraîné en rotation par un moteur (14) et en ce que la phase de stabilisation de l'écran comprend le blocage de la barre de charge.Automatic control method according to Claim 6, characterized in that it applies to a home-automation screen (2a) comprising a wire (11) wound around a winding tube (12) rotated by a motor (14) and in that the stabilizing phase of the screen comprises the blocking of the load bar. Procédé de commande automatique selon la revendication 7, caractérisé en ce que la phase de stabilisation de l'écran comprend la mise sous tension de la toile.Automatic control method according to claim 7, characterized in that the stabilization phase of the screen comprises the power of the fabric. Procédé de commande automatique selon l'une des revendications 3 à 6, caractérisé en ce qu'il s'applique à un écran domotique (2a) comprenant des lames orientables empilables (21) et en ce que la phase de stabilisation de l'écran comprend une modification de l'orientation des lames, notamment une modification de l'orientation des lames de manière à faciliter le passage du vent à travers les lames.Automatic control method according to one of Claims 3 to 6, characterized in that it applies to a home-automation screen (2a) comprising stackable steerable blades (21) and in that the screen stabilization phase comprises a modification of the orientation of the blades, in particular a modification of the orientation of the blades so as to facilitate the passage of the wind through the blades. Dispositif domotique (1 ; 2) comprenant un écran domotique (1a ; 2a) et un moyen (16 ; 26) de détermination de l'intensité du vent, caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend des moyens matériels (15 ; 25) et logiciels de mise en oeuvre du procédé selon l'une des revendications précédentes.Home automation device (1; 2) comprising a home screen (1a; 2a) and a means (16; 26) for determining the intensity of the wind, characterized in that it comprises material means (15; 25) and software implementation of the method according to one of the preceding claims.
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