The present invention particularly relates to an IoT based self-actuated switch.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The basic problem identified is that integration of common house appliances with IoT or smart device are either difficult or very expensive. With the implementation of this switch, any appliance (light, fan or any other) can be controlled using a micro-controller and can be linked to an IoT network using the same microcontroller with ease.
US20160330042A1 Home automation system
A home automation system comprises a central processing unit controlling a network in communication with a plurality of smart devices comprising one or more of a switch or an outlet. Each smart device comprises a processor, a communication device in communication with the central processing unit via the network and a user interface for controlling or setting an operating parameter of the smart device.
US7786766B2 Appliance control system with a zero-crossing detecting circuit
A control system includes a zero-crossing detecting circuit for detecting a zero crossing of an AC signal. The circuit includes a transformer having a primary portion and a secondary portion. The primary portion receives the AC signal. The secondary portion comprises first and second terminals. The first terminal is biased at a first DC voltage level. An output switch is operatively connected to the second terminal and has an on state and an off state. The output switch selectively activates an output signal of the zero-crossing detecting circuit according to an activation voltage level sensed by the output switch and corresponding to the zero crossing. While in the off state, the output switch is biased at a second DC voltage level. A voltage difference between the first and second DC voltage levels substantially equals the activation voltage level. A controller monitors the output signal and controls an operation based on the output signal.
US20170345420A1 Internet of Things (IoT) Human Interface Apparatus, System, and Method
Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing Internet of Things (“IoT”) functionality. In some embodiments, microphones of an IoT human interface device might receive user voice input. The IoT human interface device and/or a computing system might identify explicit commands in the voice input, identify first IoT-capable devices to which the explicit commands are applicable, receive sensor data from IoT sensors, and analyse the voice input in view of previous user voice inputs and in view of the sensor data to determine whether the voice input contains any implicit commands. If so, second IoT-capable devices to which an implicit command is additionally applicable might be identified, instructions based on a combination of the explicit and implicit commands may be generated and sent to the second IoT-capable devices. Instructions based only on the explicit commands are generated and sent to first IoT-capable devices to which implicit commands are not applicable.
US8725311B1 Vehicle including a seat in which an occupant sits during use of the vehicle and a monitoring system for monitoring the occupant in the seat. The monitoring system includes sets of electric field antennas, each including at least one antenna, a control unit connected to the antenna sets and including selectors coupled to the antennas. The selectors are controlled by the control unit to obtain signals from one or more antennas serving as receiving antennas and one or more antennas serving as sending antennas. The control unit determines which combination of sending antenna(s) and receiving antenna(s) provides a strongest signal in an expected heartbeat range and/or expected respiration range of the occupant and then monitors this combination for changes and/or deviations from a normal range of heartbeats and/or respiration.
None of the prior art indicate above either alone or in combination with one another disclose what the present invention has disclosed.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
In the device of the present invention, when a microcontroller wants to turn on or off an appliance, it first checks the reading of the potentiometer (specific reading for on and off position of the switch is assigned) And then it turns on the motor to flip the switch in to the desired position if it is not already in the position. This switch also works like a normal electric switch, when we turn the switch on or off manually by hand it will change the potentiometer value. This can be read by the microcontroller.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention is rendering by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawing.
It is appreciated that the drawing depicts only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention is being described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawing.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
The foregoing detailed description of embodiments is better understood when read in conjunction with the attached drawing. For better understanding, each component is represented by a specific number which is further illustrated as a reference number for the components used with the figures.
Figure 1 represents the front view of the IoT based self-actuated switch.
Figure 2 represents the side view of the IoT based self-actuated switch.
Figure 3 represents the Flow chart of typical application with a microcontroller
Further, skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the drawings are illustrated for simplicity and may not have necessarily been drawn to scale. Furthermore, in terms of the construction of the system, one or more components of the system may have been represented in the drawing by conventional symbols, and the drawing may show only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present invention so as not to obscure the drawing with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having benefit of the description herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the principles of the invention, reference will now be made to the embodiment illustrated in the drawing and specific language will be used to describe the same.
It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the invention is thereby intended, such alterations and further modifications in the illustrated system, and such further applications of the principles of the invention as illustrated therein being contemplated as would normally occur to one skilled in the art to which the invention relates. Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skilled in the art to which this invention belongs.
Embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.
The mechanism is proposed to have the following components:
1. Common Electrical switch
2. Potentiometer
3. Motor
4. Motor driver circuit
5. Set of gear for motor
in this device, when a microcontroller wants to turn on or off an appliance, it first checks the reading of the potentiometer (specific reading for on and off position of the switch is assigned) And then it turns on the motor to flip the switch into the desired position if it is not already in the position. This switch also works like a normal electric switch, when we turn the switch on or off manually by hand it will change the potentiometer value. This can be read by the microcontroller. (Note: the microcontroller will not be a part of this device, it is only used to properly work this device). According to the aspect of the invention, there is a mechanism which is inside a normal electrical switch which enables to turn on and of the switch by taking input from a microcontroller. The mechanism consists of a potentiometer, a small motor and a set of gears to increase its torque so that it can actuate the position of the switch from inside the switch, as the switch can also be turned on and off just like a normal switch.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention is rendering by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawing.
While, specific language has been used to describe the present invention, any limitations arising on account thereto, are not intended. As would be apparent to a person in the art, various working modifications may be made to the method in order to implement the inventive concept as taught herein.
Those skilled in the art will appreciate that one or more of the described elements may well be combined into a single functional element. Alternatively, certain elements may be split into multiple functional elements. Elements from one embodiment may be added to another embodiment.
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
The present invention having the following advantages over the prior arts:
1. Easiness for in integrating any house appliance to a IoT project or smart home
2. Looks and functions like a normal switch while can be controlled by a microcontroller
3. Simple and easy design
4. Low cost

We Claim:

1. An IoT based self-actuated switch, comprising, a common Electrical switch, a Potentiometer, a Motor, a Motor driver circuit, a microcontroller and a Set of gear for motor.
2. The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein, the microcontroller used to turn on or off an appliance, it first checks the reading of the potentiometer and then it turns on the motor to flip the switch into the desired position if it is not already in the position.
3. The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein, the switch works like a normal electric switch, when we turn the switch on or off manually by hand it will change the potentiometer value.