Alps Alpine has been granted a patent for a control system that includes contact and force sensors to detect interaction with a door handle. The system, controlled by a controller, can open or close the door based on the detected contact and force. GlobalData’s report on Alps Alpine gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Alps Alpine, Gesture-based recognition systems was a key innovation area identified from patents. Alps Alpine's grant share as of March 2024 was 46%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Door control system with contact and force sensors
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11959324B2) discloses a control system for doors that includes a contact sensor to detect contact between an operation body and a door handle, a force sensor to detect the force applied by the operation body, and a controller to manage the door's operation based on these inputs. The system also features a rod-shaped transmitting member within the door handle to transmit the force detected by the force sensor. Additionally, the patent describes the use of strain gauges, authentication devices for smart keys, communication devices to notify users, and the ability of the door handle to bend and deform in response to applied force.
Furthermore, the patent details the control system's ability to execute different operations independently, such as opening, closing, and locking mechanisms of the door. The system can respond to forces applied in various directions, including opening, closing, and perpendicular directions. The patent also covers variations of the control system, including a control apparatus with memory and a processor, as well as a control method involving acquiring signals from the contact and force sensors to regulate door operations effectively. Overall, the patent showcases an innovative approach to door control systems that prioritize user interaction and safety through advanced sensor technology and operational control mechanisms.
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