JP7357197B2 - Control system and control method - Google Patents

Description

The present disclosure generally relates to a control system and a control method, and more particularly relates to a control system and a control method for controlling equipment.

Conventionally, there is a lighting control system (control system) that controls lighting equipment (equipment) (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

In the lighting control system of Patent Document 1, the lighting control section controls the lighting state of a target lighting fixture based on a control command from a switch device. The switch device is provided on a wall, for example, and is connected to a communication line. The switch device includes, for example, a plurality of push button switches. Each pushbutton switch is associated with one luminaire or group. When the push button switch is pressed, the switch device outputs to the controller a control command that instructs the lighting state of the lighting fixture corresponding to the pressed push button switch or the lighting fixture belonging to the corresponding group.

The controller controls the lighting states of the plurality of lighting fixtures individually or collectively by transmitting lighting control signals to the plurality of lighting fixtures.

JP2018-006221A

In the lighting control system of Patent Document 1, a switch device having a plurality of push button devices corresponding to a plurality of lighting fixtures is provided on a wall. Therefore, the location where the lighting equipment that the user wants to turn on or off may be located far from the location of the switch device, so the user must move to the location of the switch device, which impairs convenience. It was

The present disclosure has been made in view of the above reasons, and its purpose is to provide a control system and a control method that can improve convenience.

A control system according to one aspect of the present disclosure controls devices corresponding to each of a plurality of target areas . Each of the plurality of target areas is an open space, and a space inside and a space outside the target area are continuous. The control system includes a plurality of operating device groups, a device control section, and an information processing section. The plurality of operation device groups correspond one-to-one to each of the plurality of target areas , and correspond to operation information according to the content of the input operation by the user and one corresponding target area among the plurality of target areas. Outputs identification information. The device control unit controls the device corresponding to each of the plurality of target areas based on the operation information and the identification information. The information processing unit generates usage information regarding usage of each of the plurality of target areas based on the operation information and the identification information. Each of the plurality of operating device groups includes an operating device provided in the corresponding one target area among the plurality of target areas .

A control method according to one aspect of the present disclosure is a method of controlling devices corresponding to each of a plurality of target areas . Each of the plurality of target areas is an open space, and a space inside and a space outside the target area are continuous. The control method includes a device control step and an information processing step. In the device control step, an operation output by an operating device provided in a corresponding target area among the plurality of target areas among a plurality of operating device groups that correspond one-to-one to each of the plurality of target areas. The device corresponding to each of the plurality of target areas is controlled based on information and identification information corresponding to the corresponding one target area among the plurality of target areas . In the information processing step, usage information regarding usage of each of the plurality of target areas is generated based on the operation information and the identification information.

The present disclosure has the effect of improving convenience.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a control system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 2 is an example of the display contents of the display device in the control system mentioned above. FIG. 3 is a first sequence diagram of the operation of the above control system. FIG. 4 is a second sequence diagram of the operation of the above control system. FIG. 5 is a third sequence diagram of the operation of the above control system.

The embodiments and modified examples described below are merely examples of the present disclosure, and the present disclosure is not limited to the embodiments and modified examples. Even other than this embodiment and modifications, various changes can be made according to the design etc. as long as they do not depart from the technical idea of the present disclosure.

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The control system 1 of this embodiment will be explained with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5.

The control system 1 controls equipment provided in a target area 91 (see FIG. 2). A control system 1 is used, for example, in a non-residential facility such as a company. In this embodiment, the target area 91 is assumed to be a part of space such as an office or a lobby. A desk 911 and chairs 912 are provided in the target area 91, and employees, visitors, and the like can have meetings, for example. Further, the target area 91 is provided with a monitor 913 that can be used for presentations and the like. Note that a projector and a screen may be provided instead of the monitor 913. Further, the target area 91 is a so-called free space, does not require reservation for use, and can be used if it is vacant.

In this embodiment, a case where the control system 1 is used in an office 90 (see FIG. 2) will be described as an example. In the example shown in FIG. 2, a plurality of (four in this embodiment) target areas 91 (free spaces) are provided adjacent to a work area 92 in an office 90. The work area 92 is an area provided with seats assigned to each of a plurality of employees, and each seat is provided with a desk 921, a chair 922, a personal computer, and the like.

Each target area 91 is an open space, and the space inside and the space outside of the target area 91 are continuous. In other words, each target area 91 is not a room whose space is separated by walls, doors, or the like. Note that the boundary of the target area 91 may be partially partitioned off by a partition or the like.

In the following description, when the four target areas 91 are distinguished and explained, they are referred to as target areas 91A, 91B, 91C, and 91D (see FIG. 2). As an example, the target area 91A is a meeting space for a small number of people (for example, 2 to 4 people), and the target areas 91B and 91C are meeting spaces for a medium number of people (for example, 5 or 6 people). 91D is a meeting space for a large number of people (for example, for 7 or 8 people).

The control system 1 of this embodiment controls lighting equipment 7 (see FIG. 1) provided in an office 90 as a device to be controlled.

Each target area 91 is provided with a plurality of lighting devices 7. When distinguishing the plurality of lighting devices 7 provided in the target area 91, they are referred to as a first lighting device 71, a second lighting device 72, and a third lighting device 73 (see FIG. 1).

The first lighting device 71 is the main lighting device 7 that illuminates the entire corresponding target area 91 . The first lighting device 71 is provided, for example, on the ceiling directly above the desk 911 or in the vicinity thereof. Note that, depending on the size of the target area 91, a plurality of first lighting devices 71 may be provided in the target area 91.

The second lighting device 72 is the lighting device 7 that is turned off in order to make it easier to see the monitor 913 (or the screen of the projector) during a presentation in the corresponding target area 91. The second lighting device 72 is provided, for example, on the ceiling directly above the monitor 913 (or the screen of a projector) or in the vicinity thereof.

The third lighting device 73 is a guide light for guiding the user to the corresponding target area 91. The third lighting device 73 is provided, for example, on the ceiling directly above the desk 911 or in the vicinity thereof.

Note that it is not essential that the devices (first lighting device 71, second lighting device 72, and third lighting device 73) be provided in the corresponding target area 91, but may be provided outside the target area 91. Good too.

Furthermore, among the plurality of lighting devices 7 provided in the office 90, the lighting device provided in the work area 92 is referred to as a fourth lighting device 74. A plurality of fourth lighting devices 74 are provided in the work area 92.

The control system 1 of this embodiment includes a plurality of switch systems 10, a control device 4, a server 5, and a display device 6 (see FIG. 1).

The plurality of switch systems 10 have one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of target areas 91. Each switch system 10 is provided in a corresponding target area 91. Each switch system 10 has a first operating device 2 and a second operating device 3 as a plurality of operating devices.

The first operating device 2 is a device that informs the surroundings of the usage status of the target area 91 in which it (the first operating device 2) is installed, and outputs the usage status to the control device 4 via a wireless signal. . The first operating device 2 is placed, for example, on a desk 911 provided in the target area 91.

The first operating device 2 includes an operating section 21, a display section 22, a power generation section 23, and an output section 24.

The operation unit 21 is configured to be moved by a user's input operation. In this embodiment, the operation unit 21 is configured to allow a reciprocating sliding operation in one direction as an input operation. The operation unit 21 has, for example, a knob on which the user puts a finger, and can be reciprocated between a first position, which is one end of the movement range in one direction, and a second position, which is the other end. configured to be possible. As input operations, the operation unit 21 performs a first operation in which it is moved in a direction from a first position to a second position, and a second operation in which it is moved in a direction from a second position toward the first position.

The display unit 22 is configured to display the usage status of the target area 91. The display unit 22 has, for example, two indications: "in use" indicating that the target area 91 is in use, and "empty" indicating that the target area 91 is vacant. ing. In the display unit 22, one of the two notations (“in use”, “empty”) is selectively exposed and the other notation is selectively covered according to the movement of the operation unit 21. It is configured as follows. For example, by moving the display unit 22 together with the operation unit 21, only one display is exposed through the opening of the housing. For example, when the operation unit 21 is in the first position, the expression “empty” on the display unit 22 is exposed, and when the operation unit 21 is in the second position, the expression “in use” on the display unit 22 is exposed. . As a result, the usage status of the target area 91 can be notified to the surroundings by the exposed notation on the display section 22.

The power generation unit 23 is configured to generate power in response to an input operation to the operation unit 21 by a user. The power generation unit 23 includes, for example, a coil and a magnet. The magnet is configured to move in accordance with a sliding operation (input operation) of the operation unit 21. A slide operation (input operation) on the operation unit 21 changes the distance between the coil and the magnet, and thereby electric power is generated by electromagnetic induction. Note that the power generation section 23 may include a piezoelectric element and may be configured to perform vibrational power generation by vibration of the piezoelectric element as the operation section 21 moves.

The output unit 24 is a wireless communication module capable of transmitting wireless signals. The output unit 24 is configured to transmit a wireless signal when the operation unit 21 moves, using the power generated by the power generation unit 23 due to the movement of the operation unit 21. The wireless signal includes operation information and identification information.

The operation information is information according to the content of the input operation by the user. In other words, the operation information is information indicating the moving direction of the operation unit 21, and indicates whether the operation unit 21 has moved from the first position to the second position, or whether the operation unit 21 has moved from the second position to the first position. or. In other words, the operation information indicates whether the position of the operation unit 21 after being moved by the input operation is the first position (denoted as "empty") or the second position (denoted as "in use").

The identification information is information corresponding to the target area 91. In other words, the identification information is information (area information) for identifying the target area 91 where the first operating device 2 is provided. In the control system 1 of this embodiment, the unique information of the first operating device 2 is associated with the area information of the target area 91, and the unique information of the first operating device 2 is used as identification information. The identification information is stored in a memory included in the first operating device 2, for example.

The first operating device 2 receives operating information and identification information, for example, when the user inputs the operating unit 21 to the second position (indicated as "in use") when starting to use the target area 91. Output. In addition, the first operating device 2 is configured to receive operating information and identification information, for example, when the user performs an input operation so that the operating unit 21 is in the first position (indicated as "empty") when the use of the target area 91 is finished. Output. That is, the operation information output by the first operating device 2 indicates the start and end of use of the target area 91.

The second operating device 3 outputs a wireless signal to the control device 4 for controlling the lighting device 7 (second lighting device 72) corresponding to the target area 91 in which the second operating device 3 is provided. It is a device that does The second operating device 3 is placed, for example, on a desk 911 provided in the target area 91.

The second operating device 3 includes an operating section 31, a power generation section 33, and an output section 34.

The operation unit 31 is configured to be moved by a user's input operation. In this embodiment, the operation unit 31 is configured to allow a push operation as an input operation. The operating section 31 has a so-called a-contact type switch, and when pressed, the switch is turned on, and when the pressed operation is released, the switch is turned off.

The power generation unit 33 is configured to generate power in response to an input operation to the operation unit 31 by a user. The power generation section 33 includes, for example, a coil and a magnet. The magnet is configured to be moved by a push operation (input operation) on the operation unit 31. A push operation (input operation) on the operation unit 31 changes the distance between the coil and the magnet, thereby generating electric power by electromagnetic induction. Note that the power generation section 33 may include a piezoelectric element and may be configured to perform vibrational power generation by vibration of the piezoelectric element as the operation section 31 moves.

The output unit 34 is a wireless communication module capable of transmitting wireless signals. The output unit 34 is configured to transmit a wireless signal using the power generated by the power generation unit 23 by moving the operation unit 21 when the switch is turned on by pressing the operation unit 31 (input operation). . The wireless signal includes operation information and identification information.

The operation information is information according to the content of the input operation by the user. In other words, the operation information on the second operating device 3 is information indicating whether or not the operating unit 21 has received an input operation (push operation). The wireless signal is transmitted when the operation unit 21 receives an input operation. Therefore, the operation information includes ON information indicating that the operation unit 21 has accepted an input operation (the switch has been turned on).

The identification information is information corresponding to the target area 91. In other words, the identification information is information (area information) for identifying the target area 91 where the second operating device 3 is provided. In the control system 1 of this embodiment, the unique information of the second operating device 3 is associated with the area information of the target area 91, and the unique information of the second operating device 3 is used as identification information. The identification information is stored in a memory included in the second operating device 3, for example.

The second operating device 3 outputs operating information and identification information when inputted by the user, for example, at the start of a presentation using the monitor 913. Further, the second operating device 3 outputs operating information and identification information when inputted by the user, for example, at the end of a presentation using the monitor 913. In other words, the operation information output by the second operation device 3 indicates the start and end of a presentation using the monitor 913.

The control device 4 includes a communication section 41 and a device control section 42.

The control device 4 includes, for example, a microcomputer having a processor and a memory. The microcomputer functions as the device control unit 42 when the processor executes the program stored in the memory. Although the program executed by the processor is pre-recorded in the memory of the microcomputer here, it may also be provided recorded on a non-temporary recording medium such as a memory card, or provided via a telecommunications line such as the Internet. may be done.

The communication unit 41 includes a communication module capable of receiving wireless signals from the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3. The communication unit 41 may directly receive the wireless signals output from the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3, or may receive them via a relay device or the like. The communication method between the communication unit 41 and the relay device may be wireless communication or wired communication.

The device control unit 42 controls the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 based on the operation information and identification information included in the wireless signals from the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3. It is composed of

Specifically, when the device control unit 42 receives a wireless signal from the first operating device 2, the device control unit 42 controls the first lighting device provided in the target area 91 corresponding to the identification information included in the wireless signal. 71 and the second lighting device 72 are to be controlled. The device control unit 42 controls the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72, which are the control targets, based on the operation information included in the wireless signal from the first operating device 2. In this embodiment, when the operation information indicates that the position of the operation unit 21 after movement by the input operation is the first position (indicated as “empty”), the device control unit 42 controls the first lighting device 71. And the second lighting device 72 is controlled to be in a light-off state. Further, when the operation information indicates that the position of the operation unit 21 after being moved by the input operation is the second position (indicated as “in use”), the device control unit 42 controls the first lighting device 71 and the first lighting device 71. 2 lighting equipment 72 is controlled to be in a lighting state. In other words, the first operating device 2 functions as a switch for switching between a lighting state and an extinguishing state of the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 in the target area 91 in which the first operating device 2 is provided. Has a function.

For example, if the first operating device 2 provided in the target area 91A moves the operating unit 21 from the first position (indicated as "empty") to the second position (indicated as "in use") by an input operation by the user. do. In this case, the device control unit 42 controls the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 provided in the target area 91A based on the identification information and operation information included in the wireless signal from the first operating device 2. Turn it on. In addition, when the first operating device 2 provided in the target area 91A moves the operating unit 21 from the second position (indicated as "in use") to the first position (indicated as "empty") by an input operation by the user, do. In this case, the device control unit 42 controls the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 provided in the target area 91A based on the identification information and operation information included in the wireless signal from the first operating device 2. Turn off the light.

Further, when receiving a wireless signal from the second operating device 3, the device control unit 42 controls the second lighting device 72 provided in the target area 91 corresponding to the identification information included in the wireless signal. set to target. The device control unit 42 controls the second lighting device 72 to be controlled, based on the operation information included in the wireless signal from the second operating device 3. Specifically, the device control unit 42 controls the second lighting device 72 when the first lighting device 71 is in the lighting state and receives a wireless signal from the second operating device 3. When the device control unit 42 receives the wireless signal from the second operating device 3, if the first lighting device 71 is in the lighting state and the second lighting device 72 is in the lighting state, the device control unit 42 turns on the second lighting device 72. Control so that the light is turned off. Further, when the device control unit 42 receives a wireless signal from the second operating device 3, if the first lighting device 71 is in a lighting state and the second lighting device 72 is in a non-lighting state, the device control unit 42 controls the second lighting device 72 is controlled so that it is in a lighting state. That is, when the device control unit 42 receives the wireless signal from the second operating device 3 and the first lighting device 71 is in the lighting state, the device control unit 42 switches the second lighting device 72 between the lighting state and the non-lighting state. Moreover, when the device control unit 42 receives the wireless signal from the second operating device 3, if the first lighting device 71 is in the off state, it does not control the second lighting device 72.

In other words, when the first lighting device 71 in the target area 91 in which the second operating device 3 is provided (the second operating device 3) is in the lighting state, the second operating device 3 changes the lighting state and the turning off of the second lighting device 72. It functions as a switch to change the state.

Further, the control device 4 of the present embodiment controls a plurality of lighting devices 7 provided throughout the office 90 (work area 92 and four target areas 91) based on a signal from the wall switch 11 (see FIG. 1). It is configured to control all at once.

The wall switch 11 is provided, for example, on a wall near the entrance of the office 90. The wall switch 11 has a push button switch, and is turned on/off by a user's push operation. The wall switch 11 is connected to the control device 4 via a communication line, for example. When pressed, the wall switch 11 outputs a signal including operation information indicating an on/off state to the control device 4 .

The device control unit 42 of the control device 4 collectively controls a plurality of lighting devices 7 provided throughout the office 90 (work area 92 and four target areas 91) based on the signal from the wall switch 11.

Specifically, when the wall switch 11 is turned on, the device control unit 42 collectively controls all of the fourth lighting devices 74 provided in the work area 92 so that they are all turned on. Furthermore, when the wall switch 11 is turned on, the device control unit 42 collectively controls the third lighting devices 73 provided in each target area 91 so that they are turned on.

Furthermore, when the wall switch 11 is turned off, the device control unit 42 controls the plurality of fourth lighting devices 74 provided in the work area 92, the first lighting devices 71 provided in each target area 91, and the fourth lighting devices 74 provided in each target area 91. The second lighting device 72 and the third lighting device 73 are collectively controlled so that they are all turned off.

That is, when the wall switch 11 is turned on with all the lighting devices 7 in the off state, the device control unit 42 lights up all the fourth lighting devices 74 for the work area 92 and turns on the third lighting devices 74 for each target area 91. Only the lighting device 73 is turned on. Therefore, even if the wall switch 11 is turned on, the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 in each target area 91 remain off. As described above, the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 are turned on only when the first operating device 2 is operated.

The wall switch 11 is operated by, for example, the first person to come to work and the last person to leave work. As a result, at least the plurality of fourth lighting devices 74 provided in the work area 92 are turned on or off all at once. Furthermore, the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 provided in the target area 91 can be turned off using the wall switch 11, but cannot be turned on. Therefore, the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 are suppressed from being turned on even though the target area 91 is not used (no one is present).

Further, the control device 4 is configured to be able to communicate with the server 5.

The communication unit 41 further includes a communication module connectable to a public network NT1 such as the Internet. The communication unit 41 is configured to be able to communicate with the server 5 via the network NT1.

The device control unit 42 outputs the operation information and identification information received from each of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 via the communication unit 41 to the server 5 via the communication unit 41. That is, the device control unit 42 transfers the operation information and identification information from each of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 to the server 5. Furthermore, the device control unit 42 also transfers operation information from the wall switch 11 to the server 5.

Further, the control device 4 is configured to be able to communicate with the display device 6.

The communication unit 41 further includes a communication module capable of communicating with the display device 6. The communication method between the communication unit 41 and the display device 6 may be wired communication via a communication line, or wireless communication such as Wi-Fi (registered trademark) or Bluetooth (registered trademark). good.

The control device 4 outputs the operation information and identification information received from each of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 via the communication unit 41 to the display device 6. That is, the control device 4 transfers the operation information and identification information from each of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 to the display device 6.

The server 5 (processing device) includes a communication section 51, an information processing section 52, and a storage section 53.

The server 5 includes, for example, a microcomputer having a processor and a memory. The microcomputer functions as the information processing section 52 by the processor executing the program stored in the memory. Although the program executed by the processor is pre-recorded in the memory of the microcomputer here, it may also be provided recorded on a non-temporary recording medium such as a memory card, or provided via a telecommunications line such as the Internet. may be done.

The communication unit 51 has a communication module connectable to the network NT1. The communication unit 51 is configured to be able to communicate with the control device 4 via the network NT1.

The storage unit 53 is configured with a storage device selected from HDD (Hard Disk Drive), SSD (Solid State Drive), and the like. The storage unit 53 stores the operation information and identification information transferred from the device control unit 42. That is, the storage unit 53 stores the operation information and identification information output from each of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3. Furthermore, the storage unit 53 stores operation information output from the wall switch 11. In this embodiment, the storage unit 53 stores operation information and identification information in association with time information. The time information includes information on the time and date when the operation information and identification information were received.

That is, the storage unit 53 stores operation logs of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 provided in each target area 91 and the wall switch 11. In other words, the storage unit 53 stores a control log indicating the lighting/extinguishing state of each lighting device 7. The control log is preferably in a format that can be edited using general-purpose software, such as a CSV (Comma Separated Values) format.

The information processing unit 52 generates usage information based on the operation information and identification information stored in the storage unit 53. The usage information is information regarding the usage of the target area 91. The usage information includes, for example, information such as the number of times the target area 91 has been used, date and time of use, time of use, frequency of use, and situation of use.

Usage time refers to time per use, cumulative usage time per day, cumulative usage time per week, cumulative usage time per month, etc.

The usage frequency is the ratio of usage time to a predetermined time. The predetermined time is, for example, working hours or the time from when the wall switch 11 is turned on until it is turned off. The usage frequency per day is the ratio of the cumulative usage time per day to the predetermined time. The usage frequency for one week is the ratio of the cumulative usage time for one week to the cumulative predetermined time for one week. The usage frequency for one month is the ratio of the cumulative usage time for one month to the cumulative predetermined time for one month.

The usage scene status is the time, frequency, etc. of presentations using the monitor 913.

The operation information of the first operation device 2 indicates the start and end of use of the target area 91, and the operation information of the second operation device 3 indicates the use and end of a presentation using the monitor 913. Therefore, the information processing unit 52 generates usage information for each target area 91 based on the operation information and identification information logs of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 stored in the storage unit 53. be able to.

The information processing unit 52 may further calculate the power consumption amount, electricity rate, etc. in each target area 91 as usage information. The information processing unit 52 also calculates the consumption when the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 are kept on during the period from when the wall switch 11 is turned on to when the wall switch 11 is turned off in each target area 91. You may calculate the difference between the amount of power and electricity rate and the actual amount of power consumption and electricity rate.

The display device 6 includes a communication section 61, a display control section 62, and a display section 63. The display device 6 is, for example, a signage posted in the work area 92, and displays the usage status of the target area 91.

The display device 6 includes, for example, a microcomputer having a processor and a memory. The microcomputer functions as the display control unit 62 by the processor executing the program stored in the memory. Although the program executed by the processor is pre-recorded in the memory of the microcomputer here, it may also be provided recorded on a non-temporary recording medium such as a memory card, or provided via a telecommunications line such as the Internet. may be done.

The communication unit 61 further includes a communication module capable of communicating with the control device 4 . The communication method between the communication unit 61 and the control device 4 may be wired communication via a communication line, or wireless communication such as Wi-Fi (registered trademark) or Bluetooth (registered trademark). good.

The display section 63 is, for example, a liquid crystal display.

The display control unit 62 determines the usage status of each target area 91 based on the operation information and identification information received via the communication unit 61, and displays the usage status of each target area 91, which is the determination result, on the display unit 63. Display. Specifically, the display control unit 62 receives the operation information of the first operating device 2 transferred by the control device 4. As described above, the operation information of the first operating device 2 indicates the start and end of use of the target area 91. Therefore, the display control unit 62 can determine the usage status of the target area 91, that is, whether or not it is in use, based on the operation information of the first operating device 2. When the operation information from the first operating device 2 indicates that the position of the operating section 21 after movement by the input operation is the first position (indicated as "empty"), the display control section 62 displays the corresponding target. It is determined that area 91 is available. Furthermore, when the operation information from the first operating device 2 indicates that the position of the operating section 21 after being moved by the input operation is the second position (denoted as "in use"), the display control section 62 It is determined that the corresponding target area 91 is in use.

As shown in FIG. 2, the display control unit 62 causes the display unit 63 to display a floor plan of the entire office 90. Then, the display control unit 62 displays the notation "available" or "in use" as the usage status of each target area 91 on the floor plan of the entire office 90. Further, the display control unit 62 displays the entire target area 91 that is currently in use in a grayed out manner. In the example shown in FIG. 2, target areas 91A and 91C are in use, and target areas 91B and 91D are available. Thereby, by looking at the display device 6, the user can intuitively understand which target area 91 is available.

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Below, an example of the operation of the control system 1 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 3 to 5.

Here, it is assumed that as an initial state, the wall switch 11 is off, and all the lighting devices 7 in the entire office 90 are off.

First, the first person to come to work in the office 90 turns on the wall switch 11 (S1). When the wall switch 11 is turned on, operation information indicating the on state is output from the wall switch 11 to the control device 4 (S2).

The control device 4 performs lighting control to turn on each fourth lighting device 74 in the work area 92 and the third lighting device 73 in each target area 91 based on the operation information from the wall switch 11 (S3). As a result, the fourth lighting device 74 and the third lighting device 73 are turned on (S4).

Further, the control device 4 transfers the operation information from the wall switch 11 to the server 5 (S5). The server 5 stores the operation information of the wall switch 11 as an operation log (S6).

Here, the usage status of each target area 91 is displayed on the display device 6. By looking at the display device 6, the user can confirm the available target areas 91. Here, it is assumed that the user uses the target area 91A.

When the user starts using the target area 91A, the user performs an input operation on the first operating device 2 provided in the target area 91A (S7). This input operation causes the operation unit 21 to move from the first position (denoted as "empty") to the second position (denoted as "in use"). Therefore, the first operating device 2 outputs the identification information of the target area 91A and the operating information indicating that the position of the operating section 21 after the movement is the second position (denoted as "in use") to the control device 4. (S8).

The control device 4 performs lighting control to turn on the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 provided in the corresponding target area 91A based on the identification information and operation information from the first operating device 2 ( S9). As a result, the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 are turned on (S10).

Further, the control device 4 transfers the identification information and operation information from the first operating device 2 to the server 5 (S11). The server 5 stores the identification information and operation information of the first operating device 2 as an operation log (S12).

Further, the control device 4 transfers the identification information and operation information from the first operating device 2 to the display device 6 (S13). The display device 6 changes the display of the usage status of the corresponding target area 91A from "available" to "in use" based on the identification information and operation information of the first operating device 2 (S14).

Next, assume that the user using the target area 91A gives a presentation using the monitor 913.

When starting a presentation, the user performs an input operation on the second operating device 3 provided in the target area 91A (S15). By this input operation, the second operating device 3 outputs the identification information and operating information of the target area 91A to the control device 4 (S16).

The control device 4 receives identification information and operation information from the second operating device 3. At this time, since the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 in the target area 91A are in the lighting state, the control device 4 performs lights-out control to turn off the second lighting device 72 provided in the target area 91A. (S17). As a result, the second lighting device 72 is turned off (S18). By turning off the second lighting device 72 provided directly above or near the monitor 913, the monitor 913 becomes easier to see during a presentation.

Further, the control device 4 transfers the identification information and operation information from the second operating device 3 to the server 5 (S19). The server 5 stores the identification information and operation information of the second operating device 3 as an operation log (S20).

Furthermore, when the user ends the presentation, the user performs an input operation on the second operating device 3 provided in the target area 91A (S21). Using this input device, the second operating device 3 outputs the identification information and operating information of the target area 91A to the control device 4 (S22).

The control device 4 receives identification information and operation information from the second operating device 3. At this time, since the first lighting device 71 in the target area 91A is in the lit state and the second lighting device 72 is in the off state, the control device 4 turns on the second lighting device 72 provided in the target area 91A. The lighting control is performed to cause the light to turn on (S23). As a result, the second lighting device 72 lights up (S24).

Further, the control device 4 transfers the identification information and operation information from the second operating device 3 to the server 5 (S25). The server 5 stores the identification information and operation information of the second operating device 3 as an operation log (S26).

Next, when the user finishes using the target area 91A, the user performs an input operation on the first operating device 2 provided in the target area 91A (S27). This input operation causes the operation unit 21 to move from the second position (denoted as "in use") to the first position (denoted as "empty"). Therefore, the first operating device 2 outputs the identification information of the target area 91A and the operating information indicating that the position of the operating section 21 after the movement is the first position (denoted as "empty") to the control device 4 ( S28).

The control device 4 performs lights-out control to turn off the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 provided in the corresponding target area 91A based on the identification information and operation information from the first operating device 2 ( S29). As a result, the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 are turned on (S30).

Further, the control device 4 transfers the identification information and operation information from the first operating device 2 to the server 5 (S31). The server 5 stores the identification information and operation information of the first operating device 2 as an operation log (S32).

Further, the control device 4 transfers the identification information and operation information from the first operating device 2 to the display device 6 (S33). The display device 6 changes the display of the usage status of the corresponding target area 91A from "in use" to "available" based on the identification information and operation information of the first operating device 2 (S34).

Next, the last person to leave the office 90 turns off the wall switch 11 (S35). When the wall switch 11 is turned off, operation information indicating the off state is output from the wall switch 11 to the control device 4 (S36).

The control device 4 performs lights-off control to turn off all the lighting devices 7 in the entire office 90 based on the operation information from the wall switch 11 (S37). Here, since the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 are already in a light-off state, the control device 4 performs light-off control to turn off the third lighting device 73 and the fourth lighting device 74. As a result, the third lighting device 73 and the fourth lighting device 74 are turned off (S38). Therefore, all of the plurality of lighting devices 7 in the entire office 90 are turned off.

Further, the control device 4 transfers the operation information from the wall switch 11 to the server 5 (S39). The server 5 stores the operation information of the wall switch 11 as an operation log (S40).

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The advantages of the control system 1 of this embodiment will be explained below.

For example, if the switch for turning on the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 in the target area 91 is located near the entrance/exit of the office 90, the user moves outside the target area 91 to near the entrance/exit of the office 90. I needed to. Furthermore, if there are multiple switches, there is a risk of not knowing which switch corresponds to the target area 91 to be used, or of operating the wrong switch and turning on or off the lighting equipment 7 in a different area. there were.

In the control system 1 of this embodiment, the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 for controlling the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 provided in the target area 91 are provided in the target area 91. It is being Therefore, the user who uses the target area 91 can save the trouble of searching for a switch to turn on the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 or moving outside the target area 91, which increases convenience. It is possible to improve the Furthermore, since the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 have a one-to-one correspondence with the target area 91, there is a possibility that the user may be confused as to which switch to operate (the first operating device 2, the second operating device 3). can be suppressed.

Further, the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 are so-called energy harvester switches that output operating information and identification information by wireless signals using the electric power generated by the power generating units 23 and 33 in response to input operations, respectively. It is configured. Therefore, the degree of freedom in the installation positions of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 is improved. Further, it is possible to save time and effort such as replacing the batteries of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3. Furthermore, for example, when the first operating device 2 or the second operating device 3 breaks down, it can be easily replaced, and a new operating device can be added.

Further, the first operating device 2 also has a function as a display device that displays the usage status of the target area 91. Therefore, the user can turn on and off the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 in conjunction with the start and end of use of the target area 91. Therefore, when the target area 91 is not used, the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 are suppressed from being turned on, and power consumption in the office 90 can be reduced. Moreover, since the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 each have only a single operating section 21, 31, it is possible to suppress the possibility that the user will make a mistake in the operation.

In addition, in the present embodiment, by combining the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 and the operation contents, the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 can be turned on/off simultaneously, and the second lighting device 72 can be turned on/off individually. The light is turned on/off. For example, if the user does not give a presentation using the monitor 913, there is no need to individually turn off the second lighting equipment 72. In such a case, the user does not need to operate the second operating device 3, and can turn on and off the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 only by operating the first operating device 2. Therefore, compared to the case where two switches corresponding to each of the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72 are used, the effort and number of times the user operates the switches can be reduced.

Further, the state of the first operating device 2 is linked to the usage status of the target area 91. Therefore, based on the operation information and identification information of the first operation device 2, the usage status of the target area 91 can be posted on the display device 6. Thereby, a user who wishes to use the target area 91 can check the usage status (vacancy status) of the target area 91. Therefore, a user who wishes to use the target area 91 can save the effort of going to the target area 91 to check the usage status, and can improve convenience.

Further, operation logs (operation information, identification information) of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 are stored in the storage unit 53 of the server 5, and the information processing unit 52 stores usage information based on the operation logs. is being generated. For example, the administrator of the office 90 can use the usage information generated by the information processing unit 52 as a basis for determining whether the number, size, location, etc. of the target areas 91 are optimal. . For example, assume that the usage rate of the target area 91D for a large number of people is lower than the usage rate of the target area 91A for a small number of people. In this case, the administrator of the office 90 can consider dividing the target area 91D for a large number of people and newly increasing the target area 91 for a small number of people. Thereby, the utilization rate of the target area 91 can be improved. Further, the usage information generated by the tax law processing unit can also be used as a basis for determining whether or not to introduce a reservation system for making reservations for use of the target area 91.

(Modified example)
Below, a modification of the control system 1 of this embodiment will be described.

In the example described above, the display device 6 receives the operation information and identification information from the first operating device 2 via the control device 4, and determines and displays the usage status based on the received operation information and identification information. However, it is not limited to this. The first operating device 2 may be configured to output operating information and identification information to the display device 6. In this case, the display device 6 determines and displays the usage status of the target area 91 based on the operation information and identification information received by the first operating device 2. Thereby, the processing load on the control device 4 can be reduced.

Further, the first operating device 2 may be configured to output operating information and identification information to the server 5. In this case, the server 5 outputs the operation information and identification information received from the first operating device 2 to the display device 6. The display device 6 displays the usage status of the target area 91 based on the operation information and identification information received via the server 5.

Further, the display device 6 may display usage information generated by the information processing unit 52 in addition to the usage status. For example, the display device 6 may display the usage frequency of each target area 91 every hour.

Furthermore, in the example described above, the device control unit 42 performs on/off control to turn on/off (turn on/off) the second lighting device 72 based on the operation information of the second operating device 3; It is not limited to this. For example, the device control unit 42 performs on/off control for turning on/off (lighting/extinguishing) the second lighting device 72 based on the operation information of the second operating device 3, and performs on/off control when turning on the second lighting device 72. It may be configured to control the operation, specifically the degree of dimming during lighting. For example, each time the second operating device 3 is inputted, the device control unit 42 controls the second lighting device 72 to be fully turned on (dimming level 100%), dimmed lighting (dimming degree 50%), and turned off (dimming degree 0%).

Further, the device control unit 42 controls a plurality of (two) lighting devices 7 (the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 71 based on the operation information and identification information of the first operating device 2 and second operating device 3) 72), but is not limited to this. The device control unit 42 controls only the first lighting device 71 or the second lighting device 72 based on the operation information and identification information of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3, respectively. Alternatively, in addition to the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 72, another lighting device 7 (for example, the third lighting device 73) may be controlled.

Further, in the example described above, two operating devices (the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3) are provided in the target area 91, but the present invention is not limited to this. The target area 91 may be provided with only one operating device (for example, the first operating device 2), or may be provided with three or more operating devices.

In addition, the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 each had a configuration having only one operating section 21 and 31, but they have a plurality of operating sections 21 and can be used for input operations on the plurality of operating sections 21. It may be configured to output corresponding operation information.

Further, each of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 was configured to output the operating information and identification information as a wireless signal, but may be configured to output as a wired signal.

Further, each of the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 is a so-called energy harvester switch that outputs operating information and identification information using electric power generated by the power generation unit 23 in response to an input operation. Not limited to. The first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3 each have a battery, and may be configured to output operating information and identification information using electric power stored in the battery.

Furthermore, in the above example, the device control unit 42 controls the lighting devices 7 (the first lighting device 71 and the second lighting device 7) as devices to be controlled by the input operations of the operating devices (the first operating device 2 and the second operating device 3). Although the device 72) is controlled, the type of device is not limited to the lighting device 7. For example, the device control unit 42 may control an air conditioner, a monitor 913, etc. as devices to be controlled by input operations from an operating device.

Further, in the above example, the target area 91 is an open space, and the inner and outer spaces of the target area 91 are continuous; however, the target area 91 is not limited to this, and may be a closed space separated by a wall, a door, etc. It's okay.

Further, in the example described above, the case where there are four target areas 91 has been described as an example, but the number of target areas 91 may be one, or may be a plurality of target areas other than four.

Functions similar to those of the control system 1 may be realized by a control method, a computer program, a non-temporary recording medium on which the program is recorded, or the like. A control method according to one aspect is a method of controlling devices (first lighting device 71, second lighting device 72) corresponding to target area 91, and includes a device control step and an information processing step. In the device control step, the device is controlled based on the operation information and identification information output by the operation devices (first operation device 2, second operation device 3) provided in the target area 91. In the information processing step, usage information regarding the usage of the target area 91 is generated based on the operation information and identification information. A (computer) program according to one embodiment is a program for causing a computer system to execute the above control method.

Control system 1 in the present disclosure includes a computer system. A computer system mainly consists of a processor and a memory as hardware. The functions of the control system 1 in the present disclosure are realized by a processor executing a program recorded in the memory of the computer system. The program may be pre-recorded in the memory of the computer system, may be provided through a telecommunications line, or may be recorded on a non-transitory storage medium readable by the computer system, such as a memory card, optical disc, hard disk drive, etc. may be provided. A processor in a computer system is comprised of one or more electronic circuits including semiconductor integrated circuits (ICs) or large scale integrated circuits (LSIs). The integrated circuits such as IC or LSI referred to herein have different names depending on the degree of integration, and include integrated circuits called system LSI, VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration), or ULSI (Ultra Large Scale Integration). Furthermore, an FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array), which is programmed after the LSI is manufactured, or a logic device that can reconfigure the connections inside the LSI or reconfigure the circuit sections inside the LSI, may also be used as a processor. Can be done. The plurality of electronic circuits may be integrated into one chip, or may be provided in a distributed manner over a plurality of chips. A plurality of chips may be integrated into one device, or may be distributed and provided in a plurality of devices. The computer system herein includes a microcontroller having one or more processors and one or more memories. Therefore, the microcontroller is also composed of one or more electronic circuits including semiconductor integrated circuits or large-scale integrated circuits.

Furthermore, it is not an essential configuration for the control system 1 that multiple functions in the control system 1 are distributed and provided in multiple cases (including cloud computing), and the components of the control system 1 are They may be concentrated within the housing.

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The control system (1) according to the first aspect controls devices (first lighting device 71, second lighting device 72) corresponding to the target area (91). The control system (1) includes operating devices (first operating device 2, second operating device 3), a device control section (42), and an information processing section (52). The operating device is provided in the target area (91) and outputs operation information according to the content of the input operation by the user and identification information corresponding to the target area (91). The device control unit (42) controls the device based on the operation information and identification information. The information processing unit (52) generates usage information regarding the usage of the target area (91) based on the operation information and identification information.

According to this aspect, the user can control the equipment corresponding to the target area (91) by operating the operating device provided in the target area (91). Therefore, there is no need for the user to move outside the target area (91) to control the device, and convenience can be improved.

The control system (1) according to the second aspect further includes a display device (6) that displays the usage status indicating whether or not the target area (91) is in use in the first aspect.

According to this aspect, the user can grasp the usage status of the target area (91) by looking at the display device (6), improving convenience.

In the control system (1) according to the third aspect, in the second aspect, the operating device outputs the operation information and identification information to the control device (4) having the device control unit (42). The control device (4) outputs operation information and identification information to the display device (6). The display device (6) displays the usage status of the target area (91) based on the operation information and identification information received via the control device (4).

According to this aspect, the display device (6) can determine and display the usage status of the target area (91) even if the display device (6) cannot communicate with the operating device.

In the control system (1) according to the fourth aspect, in the second aspect, the operating device outputs the operation information and identification information to the display device (6). The display device (6) displays the usage status of the target area (91) based on the operation information and identification information received from the operation device.

According to this aspect, the display device (6) can determine and display the usage status of the target area (91) based on the operation information and identification information directly received from the operation device.

In the control system (1) according to the fifth aspect, in the second aspect, the operating device outputs operation information and identification information to a processing device (server 5) having an information processing section (52). The processing device outputs the operation information and identification information to the display device (6). The display device (6) displays the usage status of the target area (91) based on the operation information and identification information received via the processing device.

According to this aspect, the display device (6) can determine and display the usage status of the target area (91) even if the display device (6) cannot communicate with the operating device.

In the control system (1) according to the sixth aspect, in any of the first to fifth aspects, the display device (6) further displays usage information.

According to this aspect, the user can check the usage information of the target area (91) by looking at the display device (6).

In the control system (1) according to the seventh aspect, in any of the first to sixth aspects, the device control unit (42) performs on/off control to turn on/off the device based on the operation information, and Performs operation control to control the operation when the is turned on.

According to this aspect, the user can control not only the on/off operation of the device but also the operation of the device when the device is turned on by inputting an operation to the operating device, thereby improving convenience.

In the control system (1) according to the eighth aspect, in any of the first to seventh aspects, the operating device outputs the operation information and the identification information as a wireless signal.

According to this aspect, the degree of freedom in installing the operating device is improved.

In the control system (1) according to the ninth aspect, in any of the first to eighth aspects, the operating device includes a power generation section (23, 33) and an output section (24, 34). The power generation section (23, 33) generates power in response to an input operation. The output section (24, 34) outputs operation information and identification information using the power generated by the power generation section (23, 33).

According to this aspect, since a battery is not required, it is possible to save time and effort in replacing the battery.

The control system (1) according to the tenth aspect includes a plurality of operating devices in any of the first to ninth aspects. The plurality of operating devices are provided in the same target area (91). The device control unit (42) controls the devices based on the operation information and identification information of each of the plurality of operating devices.

According to this aspect, the number of device control patterns can be increased based on a combination of input operations of a plurality of operating devices.

In the control system (1) according to the eleventh aspect, in any of the first to tenth aspects, the target area (91) is an open space, and the space inside and the space outside the target area (91) are separated. Continuous.

According to this aspect, even if the target area (91) is an open space that is not separated by walls or the like, since the operating device for controlling the equipment is provided in the target area (91), the user can operate the device. This reduces the time and effort required to search for an operating device.

The control method according to the twelfth aspect is a method of controlling equipment corresponding to the target area (91). The control method includes a device control step and an information processing step. In the device control step, the device is controlled based on the operation information and identification information output by the operation device provided in the target area (91). In the information processing step, usage information regarding usage of the target area (91) is generated based on the operation information and identification information.

According to this aspect, the user can control the equipment corresponding to the target area (91) by operating the operating device provided in the target area (91). Therefore, there is no need for the user to move outside the target area (91) to control the device, and convenience can be improved.

1 Control system 2 First operating device (operating device)
23 Power generation section 24 Output section 3 Second operating device (operating device)
33 Power generation section 34 Output section 4 Control device 42 Equipment control section 5 Server (processing device)
52 Information processing section 71 First lighting equipment (equipment)
72 Second lighting equipment (equipment)
91 Target area

Claims (11)

A control system that controls equipment corresponding to each of a plurality of target areas ,
Each of the plurality of target areas is an open space, and a space inside and a space outside the target area are continuous,
The control system includes:
A plurality of controllers that correspond one-to-one to each of the plurality of target areas and output operation information according to the content of the input operation by the user and identification information corresponding to one corresponding target area among the plurality of target areas. a group of operating devices;
a device control unit that controls the device corresponding to each of the plurality of target areas based on the operation information and the identification information;
an information processing unit that generates usage information regarding usage of each of the plurality of target areas based on the operation information and the identification information,
Each of the plurality of operating device groups includes an operating device provided in the corresponding one target area among the plurality of target areas .
control system. further comprising a display device that displays usage status indicating whether or not the target area is in use;
A control system according to claim 1. The operating device outputs the operating information and the identification information to a control device having the device control unit,
The control device outputs the operation information and the identification information to the display device,
The display device displays the usage status of the target area based on the operation information and the identification information received via the control device.
The control system according to claim 2. The operating device outputs the operating information and the identification information to a display device,
The display device displays the usage status of the target area based on the operation information and the identification information received from the operation device.
The control system according to claim 2. The operating device outputs the operating information and the identification information to a processing device having the information processing section,
The processing device outputs the operation information and the identification information to the display device,
The display device displays the usage status of the target area based on the operation information and the identification information received via the processing device.
The control system according to claim 2. The display device further displays the usage information.
The control system according to any one of claims 2 to 5. The device control unit performs on/off control to turn on/off the device and operation control to control an operation when the device is turned on, based on the operation information.
A control system according to any one of claims 1 to 6. The operating device outputs the operating information and the identification information as a wireless signal.
A control system according to any one of claims 1 to 7. The operating device includes a power generation unit that generates power according to the input operation, and an output unit that outputs the operation information and the identification information using the power generated by the power generation unit.
A control system according to any one of claims 1 to 8. One operating device group among the plurality of operating device groups includes a plurality of the operating devices,
The plurality of operating devices included in the one operating device group among the plurality of operating device groups are provided in the same target area,
The device control unit controls the device based on the operation information and identification information of each of the plurality of operating devices included in the one operating device group among the plurality of operating device groups .
A control system according to any one of claims 1 to 9. A control method for controlling equipment corresponding to each of a plurality of target areas , the control method comprising:
Each of the plurality of target areas is an open space, and a space inside and a space outside the target area are continuous,
The control method includes:
Operation information output by an operating device provided in a corresponding one of the plurality of target areas among a plurality of operating device groups that correspond one-to-one to each of the plurality of target areas, and a device control step of controlling the device corresponding to each of the plurality of target areas based on identification information corresponding to the one corresponding target area among the target areas;
an information processing step of generating usage information regarding usage of each of the plurality of target areas based on the operation information and the identification information;
Control method.

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