18671342. CENTRALIZED CONTROL OF LIGHTING-ENABLED PERIPHERAL DEVICES simplified abstract (Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC)

CENTRALIZED CONTROL OF LIGHTING-ENABLED PERIPHERAL DEVICES

Organization Name

Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC

Inventor(s)

Connor Colin Marwan Al-joundi of Seattle WA (US)

Eric Norman Badger of Redmond WA (US)

Tyler Duckworth of Redmond WA (US)

Stephanie Ling Diao of Seattle WA (US)

Emily Lynn Bender of Seattle WA (US)

Jerome Stephen Healy of Seattle WA (US)

Jan-Kristian Markiewicz of Redmond WA (US)

Sophia Sixue Chen of Chicago IL (US)

CENTRALIZED CONTROL OF LIGHTING-ENABLED PERIPHERAL DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18671342 titled 'CENTRALIZED CONTROL OF LIGHTING-ENABLED PERIPHERAL DEVICES

The techniques disclosed in this patent application involve a centralized lighting module that can control a diverse set of lighting-enabled peripheral devices, regardless of type or manufacturer. This module is part of the operating system of a computing device, eliminating the need for users to download multiple lighting applications or for developers to interact with various APIs and SDKs to create a diverse lighting ecosystem.

• Centralized lighting module controls diverse lighting-enabled peripheral devices
• Part of the operating system of a computing device
• Eliminates the need for multiple lighting applications
• Simplifies the process for developers to create diverse lighting ecosystems
• Supports devices from different manufacturers

Potential Applications: - Home automation systems - Entertainment venues - Office buildings - Retail environments

Problems Solved: - Simplifies the management of diverse lighting systems - Reduces the complexity for users and developers - Streamlines the integration of lighting-enabled devices

Benefits: - Enhanced user experience - Increased efficiency in managing lighting systems - Greater flexibility in creating custom lighting setups

Commercial Applications: Title: Centralized Lighting Control System for Diverse Environments This technology can be used in various commercial settings such as smart homes, theaters, offices, and retail stores to create dynamic lighting environments tailored to specific needs.

Prior Art: Readers can explore prior art related to centralized lighting control systems, operating system integration, and lighting ecosystem management in the field of smart home technology and IoT devices.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in centralized lighting control systems, operating system integration, and smart home technology to enhance your understanding of this innovative technology.

Questions about Centralized Lighting Control Systems: 1. How does the centralized lighting module simplify the management of diverse lighting systems? The centralized lighting module eliminates the need for users to download multiple lighting applications and for developers to interact with various APIs and SDKs, streamlining the process of controlling lighting-enabled devices from different manufacturers.

2. What are the potential applications of a centralized lighting control system in commercial settings? A centralized lighting control system can be used in various commercial environments such as smart homes, theaters, offices, and retail stores to create customized lighting setups that enhance the overall experience for users and customers.

Original Abstract Submitted

The techniques disclosed herein implement a centralized lighting module configured to control a diverse set of lighting-enabled peripheral devices. The set of lighting-enabled peripheral devices is diverse with respect to a type and a manufacturer. The lighting module is referred to as a centralized lighting module because the lighting module is part of an operating system of a computing device. Consequently, a user of the computing device no longer has to download and learn to use multiple different lighting applications if the user wants to create a diverse lighting ecosystem in which lighting-enabled peripheral devices from different manufacturers are connected to the computing device. Similarly, a developer of a computing application no longer has to engage and interact with multiple application programming interfaces (APIs) and software development kits (SDKs) if the developer wants users of their computing application to be able to create a diverse lighting ecosystem.