EP3188623B1 - Device for interaction of an object exhibited with the aid of a robotic arm - Google Patents

Device for interaction of an object exhibited with the aid of a robotic arm Download PDF

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EP3188623B1
EP3188623B1 EP15762522.9A EP15762522A EP3188623B1 EP 3188623 B1 EP3188623 B1 EP 3188623B1 EP 15762522 A EP15762522 A EP 15762522A EP 3188623 B1 EP3188623 B1 EP 3188623B1
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    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47F—SPECIAL FURNITURE, FITTINGS, OR ACCESSORIES FOR SHOPS, STOREHOUSES, BARS, RESTAURANTS OR THE LIKE; PAYING COUNTERS
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  • the present invention relates in particular to a system comprising an object to be exposed and an exposure device for electronic products such as telephones or touch tablets, as well as to a method for exposing such an object.
  • the publication WO-A2-2013048146 is part of this technology by forming an interactive exhibition area, inaccessible to consumers and having a user interface capable of receiving a command from said consumers allowing the launch of an interaction with said object.
  • Said exhibition area consisting of a showcase with a transparent touch screen.
  • a downside is that WO-A2-2013048146 has extremely limited interaction. The user can only change the position of an object in the exhibition area, but he cannot see said object directly in activity. For this, the active object is presented in videos displayed on the display screen. This solution is unsatisfactory because the interaction with the exposed object is too limited.
  • the marketing effect of displaying the characteristics of an object in a video is always less important than a real-time demonstration. Consumers familiar with current video editing techniques are likely to not trust the videos shown.
  • the document US 2013/0231166 A discloses a system comprising an object to be displayed and comprising a robotic arm.
  • the invention makes it possible to resolve all or part of the drawbacks of current techniques.
  • One aspect of the invention relates in particular to a system comprising an object to be exposed and a device according to claim 1.
  • the robotic arm can simulate a human arm and thus increase the marketing effect of the presentation of the object.
  • the robotic arm allows the display of a predefined demonstration directly on the object, and not in a remote manner on a screen. The interest here is also marketing, a consumer will have more confidence in seeing a demonstration "live" on the sold object, than in a video.
  • the invention also comprises a system in which the processing unit comprises a storage memory which comprises different predefined sequences, said predefined sequences each corresponding to a different physical interaction with the object.
  • This arrangement makes it possible to predetermine demonstration sequences which can be launched by consumers.
  • consumers will be able to have a real experience with the object.
  • less experienced consumers will be able to discover the exhibited object more easily and without prior knowledge.
  • the invention also relates to a method for exhibiting an object according to claim 11.
  • this method is such that it allows the interaction of the robotic arm with the exposed object in order in particular to allow the realization of a demonstration.
  • the advantage is to allow the consumer to see in real time the functions of an object, without going through a video.
  • the present invention makes it possible to protect the object exhibited against theft and against other acts of misuse, while maintaining great interactivity between the object and the consumer.
  • it allows lay users to easily interact with the products. Consequently, it is perfectly suited to any type of object presentation, particularly in places such as museums, shops, trade fairs.
  • the invention described below relates to an interactive exhibition area of an object.
  • the exhibition area is integrated into a showcase.
  • the exposed object is an electronic device and preferably, but not limited to, a touch device such as a smart phone, an electronic tablet or even a connected watch.
  • a user interface 1 is present on or near the showcase. This interface displays at least one command. When a consumer selects said command, the user interface 1 transmits said command to a processing unit 2.
  • the processing unit 2 will match the command with a predefined sequence 7 recorded in its storage memory 6. Said processing unit 2 will then transmit the predefined sequence 7 to at least one robotic arm 3 so that the latter executes said sequence predefined 7 preferably by coming into contact with at least one exhibit.
  • the end result being the display of a demonstration by the robotic arm on the exposed device.
  • the physical interaction of the robotic arm 3 with the object is configured to control the object by contact between the robotic arm and a part of the object, advantageously and without limitation, the part of the object can be keys keyboards, buttons, touch screen etc.
  • control information corresponding to the predefined sequence is transmitted in parallel to the object.
  • a synchronization of the display of the demonstration on the screen and of the movement of the robotic arm 3 makes it possible to simulate the interaction.
  • This advantageous solution then makes it possible to keep the display case in operation when the robotic arm 3 experiences a failure.
  • the movement of the arm is in this case a simulation of a real interaction between a user and the object.
  • the control of the object is carried out in this case via a transmission of data to the object, for example by a wireless or wired control in particular via a socket for example in USB (Universal Serial Bus) format.
  • the interaction between the arm and the object does not necessarily imply contact.
  • the physical interaction of the robotic arm 3 with the object is configured so as not to control the object, to simulate a command, the system comprising means for applying the simulated command to the object, for example by wireless or wired.
  • the user interface 1 is preferably composed of an information zone (such as a screen, at least one indicator light, a sound system, etc.) and at least one interaction zone 4.
  • an information zone such as a screen, at least one indicator light, a sound system, etc.
  • Said information zone makes it possible to inform the user of the current state of the device.
  • the interaction zone 4 is composed of at least one of the following elements: push button, touch screen, graphic code reader, presence and / or movement detector.
  • the interaction zone 4 is located on the display case.
  • the interaction zone 4 is located on a portable device and preferably on a smart phone.
  • a graphic code a QR code (Quick Response Code) for example
  • QR code Quick Response Code
  • the code is read on the portable device, which launches a web page (or a function of a dedicated application present on the portable device) so as to access a display of available commands.
  • the device can provide this page or access it from a server.
  • Wireless telephony communication technologies are sufficient for these steps. Wireless communication tools are in particular wifi® chips, Bluetooth® or any wireless telephony technology.
  • User interface 1 will in turn transmit the command selected by the user to processing unit 2.
  • Another possibility of interfacing with a portable device consists of the use of at least one radio frequency tag obeying, for example, RFID technology (for radio frequency identification), in particular in the near field with the so-called NFC (Near Field Communication) technique. or near field communication).
  • RFID technology for radio frequency identification
  • NFC Near Field Communication
  • arms may also be present. When several arms are present in a pane to interact with one or more object (s) exposed (s), the arms can be of different sizes and shapes, or be similar.
  • the processing unit 2 can include in particular a sequencer 5, a storage memory 6, a synchronization and external communication device 9 which communicates with a server 10 or with another device of the invention, possibly an information screen. system, an event log and at least one external connection port such as USB (Universal Serial Bus, in French Universal Serial Bus), SD card (Secure Digital or Sécurotti Numérique in French).
  • USB Universal Serial Bus, in French Universal Serial Bus
  • SD card Secure Digital or Sécurotti Numérique in French
  • the event log makes it possible to save in particular all the statistics of use of the showcase such as the number of sequences used, the time of this use, the failure rate, etc ...
  • the event log can also transmit information recorded by internet. Thus, it can automatically for example periodically transmit the information of the day to at least one remote computer unit accessible to an administrator.
  • Statistics can also be edited by the event log through a computer program.
  • the data are in particular grouped by theme and comparisons with previous collections are made. The collection of this data is particularly important. Indeed, these data allow the merchant to have a very precise idea of the objects which interest customers the most, but also of the attendance rate. This notably enables the merchant to improve his inventory and personnel management.
  • the manufacturer of the object can also have, thanks to the invention, feedback.
  • the storage memory 6 stores the predefined sequences 7 previously recorded.
  • the processing unit 2 can in particular be completely included in one of the embodiments of the invention at the local level of the device, said processing unit 2 may also in another embodiment of the invention be partially offset to the outside. of said device. In this case, means of communication with or without wire allow in particular access to the predefined sequences.
  • the synchronization and external communications device 9 makes it possible in particular to update the device from a server 10, to add or delete sequences in the storage memory 6 and to synchronize several showcases, as well as to retrieve and analyze the event log.
  • the latter is also accessible via the system information screen. Reading the event log as well as updating the sequences can be done by inserting a USB key.
  • the robotic arm 3 in a preferred embodiment of the invention, comprises in particular a sufficient number of motors to perform movements along up to six axes (three rotations and three translations). Said robotic arm is advantageously composed, in its part in contact with the exposed object, of materials allowing interaction with a touch screen. In another embodiment of the invention, the robotic arm 3 comprises several points of contact with the exposed object in order in particular to increase the possible interactions with the presented object.
  • robotic arms 3 may be present in a single exhibition area or several objects may be present in a display case comprising a single robotic arm.
  • the showcase comprises a display 14 and advantageously a material marker 11 in order to position any object at a precise and fixed location.
  • the display case comprises an additional screen making it possible to stage the exhibited object.
  • the screen is at the back of the display case and displays a decoration suitable for the use of the exhibited object.
  • this characteristic makes it possible to easily adapt the decoration of each display case as a function of the object exposed without intervening directly on the display case.
  • the installation of the showcase is therefore simplified and more economical.
  • Said display 14 may comprise a support for the object tilted at different angles and means for recharging the exposed object. These recharging systems 12 may or may not be wired.
  • Wireless charging occurs in particular through the use of induction charging technologies such as the Qi (Wireless Energy Transmission) and Rezence standards (developed by A4WP Alliance for Wireless Power or Alliance for Wireless Energy in French) which is in or below the display 14.
  • the material marker 11 may be part of a notch for receiving a zone of the object, for example by its edge, and configured to position the object in a manner which can be detected by the device.
  • the material mark 11 can also be formed by an electrical recharging and / or data communication connector, present in the exhibition area and of a format compatible with a corresponding connector (male / female compatibility for example) carried by the object. . In all these cases, the device has a fixed point where the object can be positioned.
  • the determination of a new sequence during an update or a change of product for example is done in particular by manual programming and / or software.
  • Said programming can be done in particular by means of a programming grid of sequences 13 graduated on the abscissa and on the ordinate and configured so that its point of origin in particular called A1 is advantageously located at the intersection of the material reference mark 11 and the surface. of the display including in particular the refill system 12.
  • the missing coordinate can then be determined in particular by adding a depth mark (Z axis) in front of the display 14, but also by calculating polar coordinates. In this case the inclination of the angle of the object exposed on the display makes it possible to calculate the final coordinate point.
  • Said sequence programming grid 13 is preferably made of a transparent material such as plastic.
  • Said sequence programming grid 13 is advantageously positioned on the interactive part such as a touch screen or a keyboard of the exposed object in order to determine the coordinate points of the new sequence.
  • Said point coordinate sequence is then recorded in the storage memory 6 of the processing
  • the predefined sequences 7 are in this context, for example, sequences of movement of the robotic arm from or to a point of the exposed object.
  • the invention therefore makes it possible to expose an object in a secure manner to malicious acts and to accidents while preserving significant interactivity.
  • This solution is achieved thanks to the presence of a robotic arm 3 and of predefined sequences 7 recorded which allow a controlled interaction of the users with the exposed object.
  • corresponding data is, when using the showcase, stored in the device or transmitted to a server as and when.
  • the data can be consulted at the end of the product's life, periodically, during an update or immediately.

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DOMAINE DE L'INVENTIONFIELD OF THE INVENTION

La présente invention est relative notamment à un système comprenant un objet à exposer et un dispositif d'exposition pour des produits électroniques tels des téléphones ou tablettes tactiles, ainsi qu'à un procédé pour exposer un tel objet.The present invention relates in particular to a system comprising an object to be exposed and an exposure device for electronic products such as telephones or touch tablets, as well as to a method for exposing such an object.

ARRIERE-PLAN TECHNOLOGIQUETECHNOLOGICAL BACKGROUND

Il est bien connu que dans le domaine du commerce, les démonstrations des objets vendus aux consommateurs sont des atouts marketings incontournables. Différents moyens existent pour effectuer ces démonstrations. Le plus simple étant la présence des objets en libre service. Les consommateurs peuvent ainsi essayer librement les objets avant de les acheter. L'interaction entre le consommateur et l'objet est alors optimale. Le principal problème de cette solution est la sécurisation de ces appareils et notamment contre le vol des objets les plus onéreux. Une solution évidente a été de placer les objets derrière une vitrine. Les consommateurs ne pouvant plus accéder aux objets, ils ne pouvaient plus les subtiliser. Cette solution a par contre enlevé toute interactivité entre les consommateurs et l'objet en vente. Or avec l'apparition des appareils électroniques tactiles, la nécessité d'une interaction entre les consommateurs et les objets est devenue plus importante.It is well known that in the field of commerce, demonstrations of items sold to consumers are essential marketing assets. Different means exist to carry out these demonstrations. The simplest being the presence of self-service objects. Consumers can thus freely try out items before purchasing them. The interaction between the consumer and the object is then optimal. The main problem with this solution is securing these devices and in particular against theft of the most expensive objects. One obvious solution was to place the items behind a display case. As consumers could no longer access the objects, they could no longer steal them. On the other hand, this solution has removed all interactivity between consumers and the item on sale. However, with the advent of electronic touch devices, the need for interaction between consumers and objects has become more important.

Une solution à ce problème a été de rajouter un verrou aux objets exposés et de supprimer la vitrine. Le consommateur peut ainsi interagir directement avec l'objet, mais ne peut plus le subtiliser. Cette solution a soulevé plusieurs autres problèmes, notamment avec les appareils électroniques tactiles. En effet des consommateurs malveillants peuvent « hacker » les appareils soit pour leur faire afficher des messages inappropriés, soit rendre les appareils totalement inutilisables. De plus les consommateurs les moins expérimentés peuvent aussi effectuer de mauvaises manipulations qui dégradent l'objet exposé. Ces derniers consommateurs, du fait de leur inexpérience dans le domaine de l'objet, peuvent aussi ne pas savoir utiliser ledit objet et donc ne peuvent pas interagir avec. Au surplus, la manipulation directe des produits par de multiples consommateurs engendre des dégradations telles que des rayures ou un encrassement. Par exemple, les seules traces de doigts à la surface d'un écran tactile peuvent être perçues négativement par un acheteur potentiel.One solution to this problem was to add a lock to the exhibits and remove the showcase. The consumer can thus interact directly with the object, but can no longer steal it. This solution raised several other problems, in particular with touch-sensitive electronic devices. Indeed, malicious consumers can "hack" devices either to make them display inappropriate messages, or to make the devices completely unusable. In addition, less experienced consumers can also perform improper handling which degrades the exposed object. These latter consumers, due to their inexperience in the field of the object, may also not know how to use said object and therefore cannot interact with it. In addition, the direct handling of products by multiple consumers causes damage such as scratches or clogging. For example, the only fingerprints on the surface of a touchscreen can be viewed negatively by a potential buyer.

Dans tous les cas cités précédemment l'effet marketing bénéfique d'une démonstration est réduit à néant, c'est même une image de marque négative qui peut être transmise aux consommateurs.In all the cases mentioned above, the beneficial marketing effect of a demonstration is nullified, it is even a negative brand image that can be transmitted to consumers.

Pour pallier ces différents problèmes l'industrie a développé les solutions de vitrines interactives.To overcome these various problems, the industry has developed interactive showcase solutions.

La publication WO-A2-2013048146 s'inscrit dans le cadre de cette technologie en formant une zone d'exposition interactive, inaccessible aux consommateurs et disposant d'une interface utilisateur apte à recevoir une commande desdits consommateurs permettant le lancement d'une interaction avec ledit objet. Ladite zone d'exposition étant constituée d'une vitrine avec un écran transparent tactile. Un inconvénient en est que WO-A2-2013048146 dispose d'une interaction extrêmement limitée. L'utilisateur ne peut changer que la position d'un objet dans la zone d'exposition, mais il ne peut voir ledit objet directement en activité. Pour cela l'objet en activité est présenté dans des vidéos affichées sur l'écran de la vitrine. Cette solution est insatisfaisante car l'interaction avec l'objet exposé est trop limitée. De plus l'effet marketing de l'affichage des caractéristiques d'un objet dans une vidéo est toujours moins important qu'une démonstration en temps réel. Les consommateurs connaissant les techniques actuelles de montage vidéo sont susceptibles de ne pas faire confiance aux vidéos présentées. Le document US 2013/0231166 A divulgue un système comportant un objet à exposer et comprenant un bras robotique.The publication WO-A2-2013048146 is part of this technology by forming an interactive exhibition area, inaccessible to consumers and having a user interface capable of receiving a command from said consumers allowing the launch of an interaction with said object. Said exhibition area consisting of a showcase with a transparent touch screen. A downside is that WO-A2-2013048146 has extremely limited interaction. The user can only change the position of an object in the exhibition area, but he cannot see said object directly in activity. For this, the active object is presented in videos displayed on the display screen. This solution is unsatisfactory because the interaction with the exposed object is too limited. In addition, the marketing effect of displaying the characteristics of an object in a video is always less important than a real-time demonstration. Consumers familiar with current video editing techniques are likely to not trust the videos shown. The document US 2013/0231166 A discloses a system comprising an object to be displayed and comprising a robotic arm.

L'invention permet de résoudre tout ou une partie des inconvénients des techniques actuelles.The invention makes it possible to resolve all or part of the drawbacks of current techniques.

RESUME DE L'INVENTIONSUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

Un aspect de l'invention concerne en particulier un système comprenant un objet à exposer et un dispositif selon la revendication 1.One aspect of the invention relates in particular to a system comprising an object to be exposed and a device according to claim 1.

Cette disposition permet d'obtenir une interaction beaucoup plus grande avec l'objet exposé, tout en le protégeant des consommateurs malveillants. Le bras robotique permet de simuler un bras humain et ainsi d'augmenter l'effet marketing de la présentation de l'objet. Enfin le bras robotique permet l'affichage d'une démonstration prédéfinie directement sur l'objet, et non pas de manière déportée sur un écran. L'intérêt est ici aussi marketing, un consommateur aura plus confiance en voyant une démonstration « en direct » sur l'objet vendu, que dans une vidéo.This arrangement allows for much greater interaction with the exhibit, while protecting it from malicious consumers. The robotic arm can simulate a human arm and thus increase the marketing effect of the presentation of the object. Finally, the robotic arm allows the display of a predefined demonstration directly on the object, and not in a remote manner on a screen. The interest here is also marketing, a consumer will have more confidence in seeing a demonstration "live" on the sold object, than in a video.

L'invention comprend aussi un système dans lequel l'unité de traitement comprend une mémoire de stockage qui comprend différentes séquences prédéfinies, lesdites séquences prédéfinies correspondant chacune à une interaction physique différente avec l'objet.The invention also comprises a system in which the processing unit comprises a storage memory which comprises different predefined sequences, said predefined sequences each corresponding to a different physical interaction with the object.

Cette disposition permet de prédéterminer des séquences de démonstration qui pourront être lancées par les consommateurs. Ainsi, même en n'ayant pas accès directement à l'objet exposé, les consommateurs pourront avoir une expérience réelle avec l'objet. De plus les consommateurs les moins expérimentés pourront découvrir l'objet exposé plus facilement et sans connaissances préalables.This arrangement makes it possible to predetermine demonstration sequences which can be launched by consumers. Thus, even without having direct access to the object on display, consumers will be able to have a real experience with the object. In addition, less experienced consumers will be able to discover the exhibited object more easily and without prior knowledge.

L'invention est aussi relative à un procédé pour exposer un objet selon la revendication 11.The invention also relates to a method for exhibiting an object according to claim 11.

De façon avantageuse, ce procédé est tel qu'il permet l'interaction du bras robotique avec l'objet exposé afin notamment de permettre la réalisation d'une démonstration. L'avantage est de permettre au consommateur de voir en temps réel les fonctions d'un objet, sans passer par une vidéo.Advantageously, this method is such that it allows the interaction of the robotic arm with the exposed object in order in particular to allow the realization of a demonstration. The advantage is to allow the consumer to see in real time the functions of an object, without going through a video.

Ainsi la présente invention permet de protéger l'objet exposé contre le vol et contre les autres actes de mauvaise utilisation, tout en gardant une grande interactivité entre l'objet et le consommateur. De plus elle permet aux utilisateurs profanes d'interagir simplement avec les produits. Par conséquent elle est parfaitement adaptée à tout type de présentation d'objet notamment dans des endroits tels que les musées, les magasins, les salons.Thus, the present invention makes it possible to protect the object exhibited against theft and against other acts of misuse, while maintaining great interactivity between the object and the consumer. In addition, it allows lay users to easily interact with the products. Consequently, it is perfectly suited to any type of object presentation, particularly in places such as museums, shops, trade fairs.

BREVE INTRODUCTION DES FIGURESBRIEF INTRODUCTION OF FIGURES

D'autres caractéristiques, buts et avantages de la présente invention apparaitront à la lecture de la description détaillée qui suit, et en regard des dessins annexés donnés à titre d'exemples non limitatifs et sur lesquels :

  • la figure 1 montre un schéma présentant le cadre général de l'invention ;
  • la figure 2 présente de façon détaillée des composants de l'invention ;
  • la figure 3 présente une vue extérieure du dispositif en fonctionnement ;
  • la figure 4 présente le présentoir sur lequel l'objet repose ;
  • la figure 5 est une représentation en fonctionnement dudit présentoir ;
  • la figure 6 montre une procédure de paramétrage des séquences avec une grille de programmation des séquences graduée ;
  • la figure 7 montre une réalisation du procédé de mise en route de l'appareil.
Other characteristics, aims and advantages of the present invention will appear on reading the detailed description which follows, and with reference to the appended drawings given by way of non-limiting examples and in which:
  • the figure 1 shows a diagram showing the general scope of the invention;
  • the figure 2 presents in detail the components of the invention;
  • the figure 3 shows an exterior view of the device in operation;
  • the figure 4 presents the display on which the object rests;
  • the figure 5 is an operational representation of said display;
  • the figure 6 shows a sequence setting procedure with a graduated sequence programming grid;
  • the figure 7 shows an embodiment of the method for starting up the apparatus.

DESCRIPTION DETAILLEEDETAILED DESCRIPTION

Avant d'entrer dans le détail de formes préférées de réalisation de l'invention en référence aux dessins notamment, d'autres caractéristiques optionnelles de l'invention, qui peuvent être mises en oeuvre de façon combinée selon toutes combinaisons ou de manière alternative, sont indiquées ci-après :

  • l'interface utilisateur est configurée pour recevoir une pluralité de commandes différentes, chacune desdites commandes correspondant à une séquence prédéfinie ;
  • l'interface utilisateur comprend au moins une zone d'interaction 4 chacune configurée pour recevoir au moins une commande;
  • des zones d'interactions comprennent au moins un des éléments suivants : un bouton poussoir, un levier de commande, un lecteur de codes graphiques, un détecteur de présence et/ou de mouvement, un écran tactile, ou encore une glissière, un commutateur ou un interrupteur à bascule, un interrupteur sensitif, un capteur de pression, un capteur capacitif, une molette, un joystick, un système de reconnaissance vocal, etc... ;
  • l'interface utilisateur comprend des moyens de communication sans fil configurés pour recevoir une commande;
  • le bras robotique comprend une partie de contact avec l'objet, en un matériau configuré pour permettre une interaction détectable par un écran tactile;
  • le présentoir comprend un système de recharge sans fil dudit objet;
  • le présentoir comprend un système de recharge filaire;
  • le présentoir comprend un repère matériel de positionnement du produit;
  • le paramétrage des séquences prédéfinies comprend une grille de programmation des séquences graduée en abscisse et en ordonnée configurée pour repérer des zones d'interaction distinctes de l'objet;
  • Stockage de plusieurs séquences prédéfinies, lesdites séquences prédéfinies correspondant à des interactions différentes avec l'objet;
  • la réalisation d'une étape de prédétermination des séquences comprend :
    • un positionnement de l'objet en fonction d'un repère matériel ;
    • un positionnement d'une grille de programmation des séquences graduée, par exemple en abscisse et en ordonnée, sur le côté interactif dudit objet ;
    • une détermination d'une séquence de coordonnées de points à l'aide de ladite grille de programmation des séquences graduée;
    • un enregistrement de ladite séquence dans une mémoire de stockage ;
  • zone d'interaction à distance comprenant :
    • un affichage d'un code graphique ou présence d'une étiquette radio fréquence;
    • le scannage dudit code graphique ou respectivement lecture de l'étiquette par un appareil portable ;
    • un affichage des commandes sur l'écran dudit appareil portable ;
    • la transmission de la commande sélectionnée à l'interface utilisateur 1 par des moyens de communication sans fil;
  • à chaque réception d'une commande au niveau de l'interface utilisateur 1, on extrait des données statistiques de la commande et on les stocke à des fins d'analyse statistique ;
  • Un système comprend le dispositif et un objet à exposer placé dans l'espace de réception ;
  • l'objet à exposer est un appareil électronique tel qu'un téléphone, un téléphone intelligent, une tablette électronique, une liseuse électronique, une montre tactile, des lunettes électroniques ;
  • un bras robotique interagit avec les objets exposés ;
  • on stocke plusieurs séquences prédéfinies, lesdites séquences prédéfinies correspondant à des interactions différentes avec l'objet ;
    • ∘ la réalisation d'une étape de prédétermination des séquences comprend :
    • ∘ un positionnement de l'objet en fonction d'un repère matériel ;
    • ∘ un positionnement d'une grille de programmation des séquences graduée sur la partie interactive dudit objet ;
    • ∘ une détermination d'une séquence de coordonnées de points à l'aide de ladite grille de programmation des séquences ;
    • ∘ un enregistrement de ladite séquence dans une mémoire de stockage ;
  • le procédé comporte :
    • ∘ un affichage d'un code graphique ;
    • ∘ le scannage dudit code graphique par un appareil portable ;
    • ∘ un affichage des commandes sur l'écran dudit appareil portable ;
    • ∘ la transmission de la commande sélectionnée à l'interface utilisateur par des moyens de communication sans fil ;
  • à chaque réception d'une commande au niveau de l'interface utilisateur, on extrait des données statistiques de la commande et on les stocke à des fins d'analyse statistique ;
  • la sauvegarde des statistiques d'utilisation du système d'exposition est réalisée par le journal des événements, ledit journal des évènements est compris dans l'unité de traitement ;
  • l'exportation du journal des évènements est réalisée par l'unité de traitement.
Before entering into the detail of preferred embodiments of the invention with reference to the drawings in particular, other optional features of the invention, which can be implemented in a combined manner in any combination or alternatively, are indicated below:
  • the user interface is configured to receive a plurality of different commands, each of said commands corresponding to a predefined sequence;
  • the user interface comprises at least one interaction zone 4 each configured to receive at least one command;
  • interaction zones include at least one of the following elements: a push button, a control lever, a graphic code reader, a presence and / or movement detector, a touch screen, or even a slide, a switch or a toggle switch, a sensitive switch, a pressure sensor, a capacitive sensor, a wheel, a joystick, a voice recognition system, etc ...;
  • the user interface includes wireless communication means configured to receive a command;
  • the robotic arm includes an object contact portion, made of a material configured to allow an interaction detectable by a touch screen;
  • the display includes a wireless charging system for said object;
  • the display includes a wired charging system;
  • the display includes a material positioning mark for the product;
  • the parameterization of the predefined sequences comprises a programming grid of the sequences graduated on the abscissa and on the ordinate configured to identify distinct interaction zones of the object;
  • Storage of several predefined sequences, said predefined sequences corresponding to different interactions with the object;
  • the realization of a step of predetermining the sequences comprises:
    • positioning of the object according to a material reference;
    • positioning of a graduated sequence programming grid, for example on the abscissa and on the ordinate, on the interactive side of said object;
    • determining a sequence of coordinates of points using said graduated sequence programming grid;
    • a recording of said sequence in a storage memory;
  • remote interaction area including:
    • a display of a graphic code or presence of a radio frequency label;
    • the scanning of said graphic code or respectively reading of the label by a portable device;
    • a display of the controls on the screen of said portable device;
    • transmitting the selected command to the user interface 1 by wireless communication means;
  • on each receipt of an order at the user interface 1, statistical data is extracted from the order and stored for statistical analysis;
  • A system includes the device and an object to be displayed placed in the reception space;
  • the object to be exhibited is an electronic device such as a telephone, a smart phone, an electronic tablet, an electronic reader, a tactile watch, electronic glasses;
  • a robotic arm interacts with the exhibits;
  • several predefined sequences are stored, said predefined sequences corresponding to different interactions with the object;
    • ∘ carrying out a sequence predetermination step includes:
    • ∘ positioning of the object according to a material reference;
    • ∘ positioning of a graduated sequence programming grid on the interactive part of said object;
    • ∘ determining a sequence of coordinates of points using said sequence programming grid;
    • ∘ a recording of said sequence in a storage memory;
  • the process includes:
    • ∘ a display of a graphic code;
    • ∘ scanning of said graphic code by a portable device;
    • ∘ a display of the controls on the screen of said portable device;
    • ∘ transmission of the selected command to the user interface by wireless communication means;
  • each time an order is received at the user interface, statistical data is extracted from the order and stored for statistical analysis;
  • the saving of the statistics of use of the exposure system is carried out by the event log, said event log is included in the processing unit;
  • the export of the event log is carried out by the processing unit.

Pour la compréhension du dispositif on entendra par :

  • Séquenceur 5 : dispositif informatique comprenant un processeur 8 et tout autre élément nécessaire au traitement d'informations.
  • Vitrine : zone d'exposition normalement inaccessible par un consommateur et non limitativement entourée d'une barrière. Ladite barrière peut être composée de verre, de PVC ou de toute autre matière transparente. Si aucune barrière n'est prévue, on pourra s'arranger pour que la zone d'exposition soit suffisamment éloignée des utilisateurs pour prévenir un contact physique avec l'objet.
  • Zone d'interaction 4: tout élément permettant une interaction entre l'utilisateur et l'interface utilisateur 1.
  • Séquences prédéfinies : enchainement d'au moins deux coordonnées de points dans un sens comme dans l'autre associé à un mouvement du bras robotique 3.
For the understanding of the device, we mean by:
  • Sequencer 5: computer device comprising a processor 8 and any other element necessary for processing information.
  • Showcase: exhibition area normally inaccessible by a consumer and not limited to surrounded by a barrier. Said barrier can be made of glass, PVC or any other transparent material. If no barrier is provided, arrangements can be made so that the exhibition area is far enough from users to prevent physical contact with the object.
  • Interaction zone 4: any element allowing interaction between the user and the user interface 1.
  • Predefined sequences: sequence of at least two coordinates of points in one direction as in the other associated with a movement of the robotic arm 3.

L'invention décrite ci-après concerne une zone d'exposition interactive d'un objet. La zone d'exposition est intégrée dans une vitrine.The invention described below relates to an interactive exhibition area of an object. The exhibition area is integrated into a showcase.

Selon l'invention, l'objet exposé est un appareil électronique et de préférence, mais non limitativement, un appareil tactile tel qu'un téléphone intelligent, une tablette électronique ou encore une montre connectée.According to the invention, the exposed object is an electronic device and preferably, but not limited to, a touch device such as a smart phone, an electronic tablet or even a connected watch.

De manière avantageuse une interface utilisateur 1 est présente sur ou à proximité de la vitrine. Cette interface affiche au moins une commande. Lorsqu'un consommateur sélectionne ladite commande, l'interface utilisateur 1 transmet ladite commande à une unité de traitement 2.Advantageously, a user interface 1 is present on or near the showcase. This interface displays at least one command. When a consumer selects said command, the user interface 1 transmits said command to a processing unit 2.

L'unité de traitement 2 va faire correspondre la commande avec une séquence prédéfinie 7 enregistrée dans sa mémoire de stockage 6. Ladite unité de traitement 2 va ensuite transmettre la séquence prédéfinie 7 à au moins un bras robotique 3 afin que ce dernier exécute ladite séquence prédéfinie 7 de préférence en entrant en contact avec au moins un objet exposé. Le résultat final étant l'affichage d'une démonstration par le bras robotique sur l'appareil exposé. Ainsi, l'interaction physique du bras robotique 3 avec l'objet est configurée pour commander l'objet par contact entre le bras robotique et une partie de l'objet, avantageusement et non limitativement, la partie de l'objet peut être des touches de claviers, des boutons, un écran tactile etc.The processing unit 2 will match the command with a predefined sequence 7 recorded in its storage memory 6. Said processing unit 2 will then transmit the predefined sequence 7 to at least one robotic arm 3 so that the latter executes said sequence predefined 7 preferably by coming into contact with at least one exhibit. The end result being the display of a demonstration by the robotic arm on the exposed device. Thus, the physical interaction of the robotic arm 3 with the object is configured to control the object by contact between the robotic arm and a part of the object, advantageously and without limitation, the part of the object can be keys keyboards, buttons, touch screen etc.

Dans une autre réalisation de l'invention, des informations de commande correspondant à la séquence prédéfinie sont transmises en parallèle à l'objet. Une synchronisation de l'affichage de la démonstration sur l'écran et du mouvement du bras robotique 3 permet de simuler l'interaction. Cette solution avantageuse permet alors de garder en activité la vitrine lorsque le bras robotique 3 connait une défaillance. Mais aussi, de permettre une « interaction » entre le bras et des objets exposés non configurés pour interagir physiquement avec le bras. De la sorte, le déplacement du bras est dans ce cas une simulation d'une interaction réelle entre un utilisateur et l'objet. La commande effectuée de l'objet est opéré dans ce cas via une transmission des données à l'objet, par exemple par une commande sans fil ou filaire notamment via une prise par exemple au format USB (Universal Sériai Bus). L'interaction entre le bras et l'objet n'implique pas nécessairement de contact. Ainsi, l'interaction physique du bras robotique 3 avec l'objet est configurée pour ne pas commander l'objet, pour simuler une commande, le système comprenant des moyens pour appliquer à l'objet la commande simulé, par exemple par sans-fil ou filaire.In another embodiment of the invention, control information corresponding to the predefined sequence is transmitted in parallel to the object. A synchronization of the display of the demonstration on the screen and of the movement of the robotic arm 3 makes it possible to simulate the interaction. This advantageous solution then makes it possible to keep the display case in operation when the robotic arm 3 experiences a failure. But also, to allow an "interaction" between the arm and exhibits not configured to physically interact with the arm. In this way, the movement of the arm is in this case a simulation of a real interaction between a user and the object. The control of the object is carried out in this case via a transmission of data to the object, for example by a wireless or wired control in particular via a socket for example in USB (Universal Serial Bus) format. The interaction between the arm and the object does not necessarily imply contact. Thus, the physical interaction of the robotic arm 3 with the object is configured so as not to control the object, to simulate a command, the system comprising means for applying the simulated command to the object, for example by wireless or wired.

L'interface utilisateur 1 est composée de préférence d'une zone d'information (telle un écran, au moins un témoin lumineux, un système sonore...) et d'au moins une zone d'interaction 4.The user interface 1 is preferably composed of an information zone (such as a screen, at least one indicator light, a sound system, etc.) and at least one interaction zone 4.

Ladite zone d'information permet d'informer l'utilisateur de l'état actuel du dispositif.Said information zone makes it possible to inform the user of the current state of the device.

Dans la réalisation préférée de l'invention la zone d'interaction 4 est composée d'au moins un des éléments suivants : bouton poussoir, écran tactile, lecteur de code graphique, détecteur de présence et/ou mouvement. Dans cette réalisation la zone d'interaction 4 se trouve sur la vitrine.In the preferred embodiment of the invention, the interaction zone 4 is composed of at least one of the following elements: push button, touch screen, graphic code reader, presence and / or movement detector. In this embodiment, the interaction zone 4 is located on the display case.

Dans une autre réalisation de l'invention aussi compatible avec la précédente, la zone d'interaction 4 se trouve sur un appareil portable et de préférence sur un téléphone intelligent. Dans ce cas de figure, un premier cas est qu'un code graphique (un QR code (Quick Response Code ou Code à réponse rapide en français) par exemple) est affiché sur la vitrine ou sur l'objet exposé et des outils de communication sans-fil sont compris dans l'interface utilisateur. Typiquement, le code est lu sur l'appareil portable, ce qui lance une page internet (ou une fonction d'une application dédiée présente sur l'appareil portable) de sorte à accéder à un affichage de commandes disponibles. Le dispositif peut fournir cette page ou y accéder auprès d'un serveur. Des technologies de communication de téléphonie sans fil suffisent pour ces étapes. Les outils de communication sans-fil sont notamment des puces wifi®, Bluetooth® ou toute technologie de téléphonie sans fil. Lorsque l'utilisateur scanne le code graphique avec l'appareil portable, les commandes disponibles s'affichent sur l'appareil portable. La commande choisie par l'utilisateur est ensuite transmise de préférence à l'interface utilisateur 1 par les moyens de communication sans-fil précités.In another embodiment of the invention also compatible with the previous one, the interaction zone 4 is located on a portable device and preferably on a smart phone. In this case, a first case is that a graphic code (a QR code (Quick Response Code) for example) is displayed on the window or on the exhibited object and communication tools wireless are included in the user interface. Typically, the code is read on the portable device, which launches a web page (or a function of a dedicated application present on the portable device) so as to access a display of available commands. The device can provide this page or access it from a server. Wireless telephony communication technologies are sufficient for these steps. Wireless communication tools are in particular wifi® chips, Bluetooth® or any wireless telephony technology. When the user scans the graphic code with the handheld device, the available commands are displayed on the handheld device. The command chosen by the user is then transmitted preferably to the user interface 1 by the aforementioned wireless communication means.

L'interface utilisateur 1 va à son tour transmettre la commande sélectionnée par l'utilisateur à l'unité de traitement 2.User interface 1 will in turn transmit the command selected by the user to processing unit 2.

Une autre possibilité d'interfaçage avec un appareil portable consiste en l'emploi d'au moins une étiquette radio fréquence obéissant par exemple à la technologie RFID (pour radio fréquence identification), notamment en champ proche avec la technique dite NFC (Near Field Communication ou communication en champ proche).Another possibility of interfacing with a portable device consists of the use of at least one radio frequency tag obeying, for example, RFID technology (for radio frequency identification), in particular in the near field with the so-called NFC (Near Field Communication) technique. or near field communication).

Ces modes de communication (codes graphiques et radio étiquettes ou autre système sans fil) ne sont pas indispensables ; ils peuvent en outre être combinés au sein de l'invention.These modes of communication (graphic codes and radio labels or other wireless system) are not essential; they can also be combined within the invention.

Un exemple de réalisation est une vitrine interactive avec un téléphone intelligent en démonstration. A l'extérieur de la vitrine, des boutons sont accessibles à l'utilisateur. A l'intérieur, un bras robotique 3 émule un doigt humain et interagit avec l'objet interactif.

  • Lorsque l'utilisateur appuie sur le 1er bouton, il observe les capacités de lecture des vidéos du téléphone : le bras robotique 3 navigue dans les menus du téléphone, sélectionne une vidéo et la lance. Quelque temps après, il exécute une nouvelle séquence pour revenir vers le menu principal. (Le retour vers le menu principal peut aussi être motivé par l'appui d'un autre bouton, une synchronisation avec une autre vitrine, etc.).
  • Lorsque l'utilisateur appuie sur un 2ème bouton, il observe les capacités de jeu de l'appareil : le bras robotique 3 navigue dans les menus du téléphone, sélectionne un jeu puis le lance. Quelque temps après, il exécute une nouvelle séquence pour revenir vers le menu principal.
  • Dans le cas où plusieurs de ces vitrines sont localisées à proximité, les vitrines peuvent se synchroniser régulièrement pour attirer l'oeil : par exemple le lancement simultané d'une vidéo identique sur chaque écran.
  • Dans une autre réalisation de l'invention, un seul bras robotique 3 est utilisé pour plusieurs objets à exposer (de types différents ou non). Dans cette réalisation, lorsque l'utilisateur opère une commande donnée, le bras va se déplacer pour interagir avec un autre objet exposé.
An example of realization is an interactive showcase with a smart phone in demonstration. Outside the window, buttons are accessible to the user. Inside, a robotic arm 3 emulates a human finger and interacts with the interactive object.
  • When the user presses the 1st button, he observes the video playback capabilities of the phone: the robotic arm 3 navigates the phone menus, selects a video and launches it. Some time later, it performs a new sequence to return to the main menu. (The return to the main menu can also be motivated by pressing another button, synchronizing with another showcase, etc.).
  • When the user presses a 2nd button, he observes the gaming capabilities of the device: the robotic arm 3 navigates through the phone menus, selects a game and then launches it. Some time later, it performs a new sequence to return to the main menu.
  • In the case where several of these windows are located nearby, the windows can be synchronized regularly to attract the eye: for example the simultaneous launch of an identical video on each screen.
  • In another embodiment of the invention, a single robotic arm 3 is used for several objects to be displayed (of different types or not). In this embodiment, when the user operates a given command, the arm will move to interact with another exposed object.

Il est précisé que dans les réalisations où plusieurs objets exposés sont présents, ces objets peuvent tout aussi bien être similaires ou être différents. Plusieurs bras peuvent aussi être présents. Lorsque plusieurs bras sont présents dans une vitre pour interagir avec un ou plusieurs objet(s) exposé(s), les bras peuvent être de tailles et de formes différentes, ou être similaires.It is specified that in the realizations where several exhibits are present, these objects can just as well be similar or be different. Several arms may also be present. When several arms are present in a pane to interact with one or more object (s) exposed (s), the arms can be of different sizes and shapes, or be similar.

L'unité de traitement 2 peut comprendre notamment un séquenceur 5, une mémoire de stockage 6, un dispositif de synchronisation et de communication externe 9 qui communique avec un serveur 10 ou avec un autre dispositif de l'invention, éventuellement un écran d'information système, un journal des évènements et au moins un port de connexion externe tel que des ports USB (Universal Sériai Bus, en français Bus universel en série), carte SD (Secure Digital ou Sécurité numérique en Français) .The processing unit 2 can include in particular a sequencer 5, a storage memory 6, a synchronization and external communication device 9 which communicates with a server 10 or with another device of the invention, possibly an information screen. system, an event log and at least one external connection port such as USB (Universal Serial Bus, in French Universal Serial Bus), SD card (Secure Digital or Sécurité Numérique in French).

Le journal des évènements permet de sauvegarder notamment toutes les statistiques d'utilisation de la vitrine telles que le nombre de séquences utilisées, l'heure de cette utilisation, le taux de panne, etc... Le journal des évènements peut aussi transmettre les informations relevées par internet. Ainsi, il peut automatiquement par exemple périodiquement transmettre les informations de la journée à au moins une unité informatique distante accessible à un administrateur. Les statistiques peuvent aussi être mises en forme par le journal des évènements par le biais d'un programme d'ordinateur. Dans cette hypothèse, les données sont notamment regroupées par thème et des comparaisons avec les collectes précédentes sont réalisées. La collecte de ces données est particulièrement importante. En effet, ces données permettent au commerçant d'avoir une idée très précise des objets qui intéressent le plus les clients, mais aussi du taux de fréquentation. Cela permet notamment au commerçant d'améliorer sa gestion des stocks et du personnel. Le fabricant de l'objet peut aussi disposer, grâce à l'invention, d'un retour d'expérience. La mémoire de stockage 6 stocke les séquences prédéfinies 7 préalablement enregistrées. L'unité de traitement 2 peut notamment être totalement comprise dans l'une des réalisations de l'invention au niveau local du dispositif, ladite unité de traitement 2 peut aussi dans une autre réalisation de l'invention être en partie déportée à l'extérieur dudit dispositif. Dans cette hypothèse des moyens de communication avec ou sans-fil permettent notamment l'accès aux séquences prédéfinies.The event log makes it possible to save in particular all the statistics of use of the showcase such as the number of sequences used, the time of this use, the failure rate, etc ... The event log can also transmit information recorded by internet. Thus, it can automatically for example periodically transmit the information of the day to at least one remote computer unit accessible to an administrator. Statistics can also be edited by the event log through a computer program. In this hypothesis, the data are in particular grouped by theme and comparisons with previous collections are made. The collection of this data is particularly important. Indeed, these data allow the merchant to have a very precise idea of the objects which interest customers the most, but also of the attendance rate. This notably enables the merchant to improve his inventory and personnel management. The manufacturer of the object can also have, thanks to the invention, feedback. The storage memory 6 stores the predefined sequences 7 previously recorded. The processing unit 2 can in particular be completely included in one of the embodiments of the invention at the local level of the device, said processing unit 2 may also in another embodiment of the invention be partially offset to the outside. of said device. In this case, means of communication with or without wire allow in particular access to the predefined sequences.

Le dispositif de synchronisation et de communications externes 9 permet notamment de mettre à jour le dispositif à partir d'un serveur 10, d'ajouter ou de supprimer des séquences dans la mémoire de stockage 6 et de synchroniser plusieurs vitrines, ainsi que de récupérer et d'analyser le journal des événements. Ce dernier est aussi accessible par l'écran d'information système. Le relevé du journal des événements ainsi que la mise à jour des séquences peut se faire via l'insertion d'une clé USB.The synchronization and external communications device 9 makes it possible in particular to update the device from a server 10, to add or delete sequences in the storage memory 6 and to synchronize several showcases, as well as to retrieve and analyze the event log. The latter is also accessible via the system information screen. Reading the event log as well as updating the sequences can be done by inserting a USB key.

Dans une réalisation de l'invention la mise sous tension et l'activation d'une vitrine comprend notamment les étapes suivantes :

  1. 1. Mise sous tension
  2. 2. Optionnelle : mise à jour requise ? Oui la mise à jour s'effectue, non on passe à l'étape suivante.
  3. 3. Optionnelle : demande de statistique ? Oui les statistiques sont transmises, non on passe à l'étape suivante.
  4. 4. Optionnelle : présence d'autre(s) vitrine(s) ? Oui une synchronisation peut avoir lieu, non on passe à l'étape suivante.
  5. 5. Attente d'interaction avec un utilisateur
  6. 6. Zone d'interaction 4 numéro 1 activé donne le lancement de la séquence prédéfinie 7 correspondante.
  7. 7. Optionnelle : synchronisation avec d'autre(s) vitrine(s) si l'option est activée.
  8. 8. Retour en attente d'interaction avec un utilisateur.
In one embodiment of the invention, switching on and activating a display case comprises in particular the following steps:
  1. 1. Power on
  2. 2. Optional: update required? Yes the update is done, no we go to the next step.
  3. 3. Optional: request for statistics? Yes the statistics are transmitted, no we go to the next step.
  4. 4. Optional: presence of other showcase (s)? Yes, synchronization can take place, no we go to the next step.
  5. 5. Waiting for interaction with a user
  6. 6. Interaction zone 4 number 1 activated gives the launch of the corresponding predefined sequence 7.
  7. 7. Optional: synchronization with other showcase (s) if the option is activated.
  8. 8. Return pending interaction with a user.

Le bras robotique 3, dans une réalisation préférée de l'invention, comprend notamment un nombre de moteurs suffisant afin d'effectuer des mouvements selon jusqu'à six axes (trois rotations et trois translations). Ledit bras robotique est composé avantageusement, dans sa partie en contact avec l'objet exposé, de matériaux permettant l'interaction avec un écran tactile. Dans une autre réalisation de l'invention, le bras robotique 3 comprend plusieurs points de contact avec l'objet exposé afin notamment d'augmenter les interactions possibles avec l'objet présenté.The robotic arm 3, in a preferred embodiment of the invention, comprises in particular a sufficient number of motors to perform movements along up to six axes (three rotations and three translations). Said robotic arm is advantageously composed, in its part in contact with the exposed object, of materials allowing interaction with a touch screen. In another embodiment of the invention, the robotic arm 3 comprises several points of contact with the exposed object in order in particular to increase the possible interactions with the presented object.

En fonction des réalisations de l'invention plusieurs bras robotiques 3 peuvent être présents dans une seule zone d'exposition ou plusieurs objets peuvent être présents dans une vitrine comprenant un seul bras robotique.Depending on the embodiments of the invention, several robotic arms 3 may be present in a single exhibition area or several objects may be present in a display case comprising a single robotic arm.

La vitrine comprend un présentoir 14 et de façon avantageuse un repère matériel 11 afin de positionner n'importe quel objet à un endroit précis et fixe. Dans une réalisation de l'invention, la vitrine comprend un écran supplémentaire permettant de mettre en scène l'objet exposé. Avantageusement l'écran est au fond de la vitrine et affiche un décor adapté à l'utilisation de l'objet exposé. Avantageusement, cette caractéristique permet d'adapter facilement le décor de chaque vitrine en fonction de l'objet exposé sans intervenir directement sur la vitrine. La mise en place de la vitrine est donc simplifiée et plus économique. Ledit présentoir 14 peut comprendre un support pour l'objet incliné selon différents angles et des moyens de recharges de l'objet exposé. Ces systèmes de recharge 12 peuvent être filaires ou non. La recharge sans-fil se produit notamment par l'utilisation des technologies de recharge par induction telles que les standards Qi (Transmission d'énergie sans fil) et Rezence (développée par A4WP Alliance for Wireless Power ou Alliance pour l'énergie sans fil en Français) qui se trouve dans ou dessous le présentoir 14.The showcase comprises a display 14 and advantageously a material marker 11 in order to position any object at a precise and fixed location. In one embodiment of the invention, the display case comprises an additional screen making it possible to stage the exhibited object. Advantageously, the screen is at the back of the display case and displays a decoration suitable for the use of the exhibited object. Advantageously, this characteristic makes it possible to easily adapt the decoration of each display case as a function of the object exposed without intervening directly on the display case. The installation of the showcase is therefore simplified and more economical. Said display 14 may comprise a support for the object tilted at different angles and means for recharging the exposed object. These recharging systems 12 may or may not be wired. Wireless charging occurs in particular through the use of induction charging technologies such as the Qi (Wireless Energy Transmission) and Rezence standards (developed by A4WP Alliance for Wireless Power or Alliance for Wireless Energy in French) which is in or below the display 14.

Le repère matériel 11 peut être une partie d'une encoche de réception d'une zone de l'objet, par exemple par sa tranche, et configurée pour positionner l'objet de façon repérable par le dispositif. Le repère matériel 11 peut aussi être formé par un connecteur de recharge électrique et/ou de communication de données, présent dans la zone d'exposition et de format compatible avec un connecteur correspondant (compatibilité mâle/femelle par exemple) porté par l'objet. Dans tous ces cas, le dispositif dispose d'un point fixe où l'objet peut être positionné.The material marker 11 may be part of a notch for receiving a zone of the object, for example by its edge, and configured to position the object in a manner which can be detected by the device. The material mark 11 can also be formed by an electrical recharging and / or data communication connector, present in the exhibition area and of a format compatible with a corresponding connector (male / female compatibility for example) carried by the object. . In all these cases, the device has a fixed point where the object can be positioned.

D'un point de vue logistique, régulièrement l'objet interactif exposé peut être changé (ce qui n'exclut pas que le dispositif soit uniquement dédié à un seul type d'objets). Pour se faire, un opérateur :

  1. 1. éteint la vitrine,
  2. 2. positionne le nouvel objet interactif grâce au repère matériel 11 : une encoche dans le socle où une extrémité du téléphone intelligent peut facilement se positionner (par exemple le coin bas-droit-devant).
  3. 3. insère une clé USB dans la vitrine avec le nouveau code pour les séquences prédéfinies 7.
  4. 4. allume la vitrine. Celle-ci :
    • charge le nouveau code de séquences prédéfinies 7 pour fonctionner avec le nouvel objet interactif.
    • met sur la clé USB les données statistiques issues du journal des évènements quant à l'utilisation de la borne interactive avec le précédent objet.
    • est prête à fonctionner avec le nouvel objet exposé.
From a logistical point of view, the interactive object on display can be changed regularly (which does not exclude the device being only dedicated to a single type of object). To do this, an operator:
  1. 1. turn off the display case,
  2. 2. position the new interactive object using the material marker 11: a notch in the base where one end of the smartphone can easily be positioned (for example the bottom-right-front corner).
  3. 3.insert a USB key in the display case with the new code for the predefined sequences 7.
  4. 4. turn on the window. This one:
    • loads the new predefined sequence code 7 to work with the new interactive object.
    • puts on the USB key the statistical data from the event log regarding the use of the interactive terminal with the previous object.
    • is ready to work with the new exhibit.

La détermination d'une nouvelle séquence lors d'une mise à jour ou d'un changement de produit par exemple se fait notamment par une programmation manuelle et/ou logiciel. Ladite programmation peut se faire notamment au moyen d'une grille de programmation des séquences 13 graduée en abscisse et en ordonnée et configurée pour que son point d'origine notamment appelé A1 se trouve avantageusement à l'intersection du repère matériel 11 et de la surface du présentoir comprenant notamment le système de recharge 12. On peut ensuite déterminer la coordonnée manquante notamment par l'ajout d'un repère de profondeur (axe Z) devant le présentoir 14, mais aussi par le calcul de coordonnées polaires. Dans ce cas l'inclinaison de l'angle de l'objet exposé sur le présentoir permet de calculer le point de coordonnée final. Ladite grille de programmation des séquences 13 est de préférence composée d'un matériau transparent tel du plastique. Ladite grille de programmation des séquences 13 est avantageusement positionnée sur la partie interactive tel un écran tactile ou un clavier de l'objet exposé afin de déterminer les points de coordonnées de la nouvelle séquence. Ladite séquence de coordonnée de point est ensuite enregistrée dans la mémoire de stockage 6 de l'unité de traitement 2.The determination of a new sequence during an update or a change of product for example is done in particular by manual programming and / or software. Said programming can be done in particular by means of a programming grid of sequences 13 graduated on the abscissa and on the ordinate and configured so that its point of origin in particular called A1 is advantageously located at the intersection of the material reference mark 11 and the surface. of the display including in particular the refill system 12. The missing coordinate can then be determined in particular by adding a depth mark (Z axis) in front of the display 14, but also by calculating polar coordinates. In this case the inclination of the angle of the object exposed on the display makes it possible to calculate the final coordinate point. Said sequence programming grid 13 is preferably made of a transparent material such as plastic. Said sequence programming grid 13 is advantageously positioned on the interactive part such as a touch screen or a keyboard of the exposed object in order to determine the coordinate points of the new sequence. Said point coordinate sequence is then recorded in the storage memory 6 of the processing unit 2.

De cette façon, on peut aisément placer divers objets dans le dispositif de l'invention et établir un paramétrage, dont un repérage dans l'espace, des zones de l'objet exposé qui font faire l'objet d'une interaction physique avec le bras robotique 3. Les séquences prédéfinies 7 sont dans ce cadre, par exemple, des enchainements de mouvement du bras robotique depuis ou vers un point de l'objet exposé.In this way, one can easily place various objects in the device of the invention and establish a parameterization, including a location in space, of the zones of the exposed object which are the object of a physical interaction with the object. robotic arm 3. The predefined sequences 7 are in this context, for example, sequences of movement of the robotic arm from or to a point of the exposed object.

La mise à jour logicielle peut être préparée ainsi :

  1. 1. le nouvel objet a été positionné grâce au repère matériel 11 précédemment cité.
  2. 2. Une grille de programmation des séquences 13 sur un film transparent a été collée sur l'objet interactif. Elle permet de définir des endroits précis que le bras robotique 3 va atteindre. Par exemple, une grille rectangulaire où les colonnes sont numérotées de A à H, et les lignes de 1 à 16.
    1. a. Atteint H-12, attend 1 seconde.
    2. b. Retrait, attend 5 secondes.
    3. c. Atteint B-8 et glisse vers S-5
    4. d. Retrait
The software update can be prepared as follows:
  1. 1. the new object has been positioned using the material reference 11 mentioned above.
  2. 2. A programming grid for sequences 13 on transparent film has been glued to the interactive object. It makes it possible to define precise places that the robotic arm 3 will reach. For example, a rectangular grid where the columns are numbered from A to H, and the rows from 1 to 16.
    1. at. Reached H-12, wait 1 second.
    2. b. Withdrawal, wait 5 seconds.
    3. vs. Hit B-8 and slide to S-5
    4. d. Withdrawal

L'invention permet donc d'exposer un objet de manière sécurisée aux actes de malveillance et aux accidents tout en préservant une interactivité importante. Cette solution est atteinte grâce à la présence d'un bras robotique 3 et de séquences prédéfinies 7 enregistrées qui permettent une interaction contrôlée des utilisateurs avec l'objet exposé.The invention therefore makes it possible to expose an object in a secure manner to malicious acts and to accidents while preserving significant interactivity. This solution is achieved thanks to the presence of a robotic arm 3 and of predefined sequences 7 recorded which allow a controlled interaction of the users with the exposed object.

En outre, elle permet éventuellement de recueillir des données statistiques quant à son utilisation par exemple en analysant:

  1. a. Les intérêts des consommateurs (comparaison des commandes de démonstration lancées par les consommateurs).
  2. b. Les moments de la semaine/journée où le dispositif a suscité le plus d'intérêt.
  3. c. Le téléphone ou autre appareil portable qu'avaient les utilisateurs qui ont essayé les démos.
In addition, it may possibly collect statistical data regarding its use, for example by analyzing:
  1. at. Consumer interests (comparison of demo orders initiated by consumers).
  2. b. The times of the week / day when the device generated the most interest.
  3. vs. The phone or other portable device that users who tried the demos had.

A cet effet, des données correspondantes sont, lors de l'utilisation de la vitrine, stockées dans le dispositif ou transmises au fur et à mesure à un serveur. La consultation des données peut se faire en fin de vie du produit, de manière périodique, lors d'une mise à jour ou immédiatement.For this purpose, corresponding data is, when using the showcase, stored in the device or transmitted to a server as and when. The data can be consulted at the end of the product's life, periodically, during an update or immediately.

L'invention n'est pas limitée aux modes de réalisation précédemment décrits mais s'étend à tous modes de réalisation conformes aux revendications annexées.The invention is not limited to the embodiments described above but extends to all embodiments in accordance with the appended claims.

REFERENCESREFERENCES

1.1.
Interface utilisateur.User interface.
2.2.
Unité de traitement.Processing unit.
3.3.
Bras robotique.Robotic arm.
4.4.
Zone d'interaction.Interaction area.
5.5.
Séquenceur.Sequencer.
6.6.
Mémoire de stockage.Storage memory.
7.7.
Séquences prédéfinies.Predefined sequences.
8.8.
Processeur.Processor.
9.9.
Dispositif de synchronisation et de communication externe.Synchronization and external communication device.
10.10.
Serveurs.Servers.
11.11.
Repère matériel.Material reference.
12.12.
Système de recharge.Charging system.
13.13.
Grille de programmation des séquences.Sequence programming grid.
14.14.
Présentoir.Display stand.

Claims (15)

  1. System comprising an object to be exhibited and an exhibiting device comprising:
    - a space for receiving the object, defined by a window;
    - a user interface (1) configured to receive a command; said command enabling to start an interaction with said object;
    wherein the receiving space comprises a cradle (14) for supporting the object configured to place the object to be exhibited in a predetermined inclined position in the receiving space defined by the window and wherein said system comprises a robotic arm (3) configured to interact physically with said object, as well as a processing unit (2) in communication with the user interface (1) configured to control a movement of the robotic arm (3), following a predefined physical interaction sequence (7) with the object, said predefined sequence (7) being determined by the command received from the user, comprising a storage memory (6) which comprises different predefined sequences (7), said predefined sequences (7) each corresponding to a different physical interaction with the object,
    and wherein said object is an electronic device.
  2. Exhibition system according to the preceding claim, wherein the user interface (1) is configured to receive a plurality of different commands, each of said commands corresponding to a predefined sequence (7).
  3. Exhibition system according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the user interface (1) comprises at least one interaction zone (4) each configured to receive at least one command, and preferably wherein interaction zones (4) comprise at least one of the following elements: a pushbutton, a command lever, a graphic code reader, a presence and/or movement detector, a touchscreen, a slider, a tilt switch, a sensor switch, a pressure sensor, a capacitive sensor, a control knob, a joystick, a vocal recognition system.
  4. Exhibition system according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the user interface (1) comprises wireless communication means configured to receive a command.
  5. Exhibition system according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the robotic arm (3) comprises a contact portion with the object, made of a material configured so as to allow an interaction detectable by a touchscreen.
  6. Exhibition system according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the cradle (14) comprises a wireless recharging system (12) of said object or a wired recharging system (12).
  7. Exhibition system according to the preceding claim, wherein the cradle (14) comprises a physical reference (11) for positioning the product.
  8. Exhibition system according to one of the preceding claims comprising the configuration of the predefined sequences (7) which comprises a graduated sequence-programming grid (13) configured to locate distinct interaction zones of the object.
  9. Exhibition system according to any one of the preceding claims comprising several objects to be exhibited and wherein a robotic arm (3) interacts with the objects exhibited.
  10. Exhibition system according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the robotic arm (3) comprises a sufficient number of motors in order to carry out movements up to six axes.
  11. Method for exhibiting an object comprising the use of a system according to any one of the preceding claims and comprising:
    - a storage of different predefined physical interaction sequences (7) in the memory of the processing unit (2);
    - receiving of an object to be exhibited in a receiving space by placing it on a cradle (14) for supporting the object configured to place the object to be exhibited in a predetermined inclined position in the receiving space defined by the window;
    - receiving of a command at the level of a user interface (1);
    - the start of an interaction between a device and said object to be exhibited upon receiving the command;
    - wherein said object to be exhibited is an electronic device and wherein the method comprises:
    - a transmission of the command to a processing unit (2);
    - a determination of one of the predefined physical interaction sequences (7) associated with the command;
    - a control of a robotic arm (3) configured to interact physically with said object following the predefined physical interaction sequence (7).
  12. Method according to the preceding claim, wherein the execution of a step of predetermining sequences comprises:
    - a positioning of the object according to a physical reference (11);
    - a positioning of a graduated sequence-programming grid (13) on the interactive portion of said object;
    - a determination of a sequence of coordinates of points using said sequence-programming grid (13);
    - a recording of said sequence in a storage memory (6).
  13. Method according to one of the two preceding claims comprising:
    - a displaying of a graphic code;
    - a scanning of said graphic code by a portable device;
    - a displaying of commands on the screen of said portable device;
    - the transmission of the command selected at the user interface (1) by wireless communication means.
  14. Method according to one of the three preceding claims, wherein upon each receiving of a command at the level of the user interface (1), statistical data is extracted from the command and are stored for statistical analysis purposes.
  15. Method according to the preceding claim, wherein the usage statistics of the operating system is executed by the events log, said events log is comprised in the processing unit (2), and preferably wherein the exportation of the events log is executed by the processing unit (2).
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