20240057241. APPARATUS FOR LIGHTING CONTROL simplified abstract (VIVINT, INC.)
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APPARATUS FOR LIGHTING CONTROL
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
BRIAN VENCIL Skarda of South Jordan UT (US)
CHRISTOPHER LEE Harris of Holladay UT (US)
APPARATUS FOR LIGHTING CONTROL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240057241 titled 'APPARATUS FOR LIGHTING CONTROL
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes methods, systems, and devices for lighting control in a home setting. An apparatus includes a panel with a recess for a switch, user interface hardware, a processor, and memory storing executable instructions for controlling devices associated with the home.
- The panel is designed to control one or more devices in the home.
- The panel includes a recess to house a switch on the wall.
- User interface hardware allows for user input.
- The processor executes instructions stored in memory.
- Instructions can transmit communications to devices to perform actions based on user input.
- Instructions can also communicate with a home automation hub to control other devices based on user input.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Home lighting control systems
- Smart home automation
- Energy efficiency solutions
Problems solved by this technology:
- Simplifying lighting control in a home
- Integrating various devices for centralized control
- Improving user experience with intuitive interfaces
Benefits of this technology:
- Convenient control of lighting and other devices
- Energy savings through efficient automation
- Enhanced home security and comfort
Original Abstract Submitted
methods, systems, and devices for lighting control are described. an apparatus may include a panel for controlling one or more devices associated with a home. a panel may include a recess shaped to encapsulate a switch disposed on a wall of the home. a panel may include user interface hardware configured to receive input from a user. a panel may include a processor, a memory in electronic communication with the processor storing instructions executable by the processor. an instruction may include transmitting one or more communications to the one or more devices to cause the one or more devices to perform a first action based on input received by the user interface hardware. an instruction may include transmitting one or more communications to the home automation hub to cause one or more other devices to perform a second action based on the input received by the user interface hardware.
