5315899

5315899 application field and working principle are topics that can be broadly categorized as miscellaneous. This patent provides a method of controlling the operation of a computer from multiple sources, such as user-input, embedded control systems, and automated scheduling. This technology could be used in embedded systems and devices, such as home automation, energy management systems, and scientific instruments. Additionally, this technology could be used as a way to coordinate and/or monitor the activities of multiple users in the context of collaborative decision making software.

The method makes use of a main management unit, such as a computer system. This unit is responsible for the overall scheduling and coordination of the various activities related to controlling the system. The main unit is responsible for determining the sources of input, coordinating the input signals, and deciding which commands must be executed to carry out the desired operations. In particular, it may determine the relative importance of various types of input, such as user actions, embedded command signals, and automated scheduling signals.

For example, the main management unit may determine that a specific sequence of user-input is more important than the automated scheduling algorithm. In such a case, the user-input would be given priority when executing commands. The main unit may also be configured to interpret high-level commands, such as “turn on the lights”, so that the desired action can be carried out. The main unit can also integrate the input signals from various sources, such as the user-input, the embedded control systems, and the automated scheduling signals.

The main management unit can also be programmed to handle some level of sophistication in the interpretation of the various input signals. For example, the main unit may be capable of determining when a user-input overrides the automated scheduling algorithm. The main unit may also be able to execute complex commands, such as “turn the lights off after 5 minutes”. Moreover, the main unit can be configured to react to changes in the environment, such as changes in temperature or humidity.

Furthermore, the main management unit can also be used to control the operation of various external devices. For example, if the main unit interprets a user command to “turn the lights on”, the main unit can be programmed to send a signal to an external device, such as a light bulb, to turn the lights on. Additionally, the main unit can be configured to receive signals from external sensors, such as motion detectors, to enable it to react to changes in the environment.

Finally, the main management unit can also be used to provide feedback to the user. For example, the main unit can be programmed to send a message to the user when a specific sequence of user-input has been executed successfully. Additionally, the main unit can be programmed to generate system logs, so that developers can review the system’s activity and detect any errors that may have occurred.

In conclusion, 5315899 application field and working principle can be broadly categorized as miscellaneous. The patent provides a method of controlling the operation of a computer using multiple sources, such as user-input, embedded control systems, and automated scheduling. The patent also describes how the main management unit can be programmed to interpret user-input, control external devices, and provide feedback to the user. The main management unit can also be used to provide system logs for developers to review.