Canadian Invention Controls & Programs Decorations
Rose A. Valenta — December 13, 2007 — Art & Design
References: calico.whittaker & topix
A resident of Ottawa developed a unique software program that allows anyone on the Net to control and program a unique pattern for Christmas Lights running live and in real time on this street of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. You can also add your house to the network.
"Anyone, anywhere in the world can select or change the current pattern or for that matter program their own pattern for their homes. Also, its possible for anyone to join the network, online, in real time but for this year it's probably too late. Built by a software developer, who engineered a web-controlled java software program that interfaces with an online website and database, and controls small relay boxes to operate our Christmas Lights. Because the system is "internet based", it's possible to add YOUR home to the network, and be in real-time synch anywhere in the world. Powered by a small Java program that runs with an Internet Network Time synch protocol that keeps everything running to the nearest 10 to 30 milliseconds."
Implications - The interaction of online and real-life events effectively blurs the lines of reality.
"Anyone, anywhere in the world can select or change the current pattern or for that matter program their own pattern for their homes. Also, its possible for anyone to join the network, online, in real time but for this year it's probably too late. Built by a software developer, who engineered a web-controlled java software program that interfaces with an online website and database, and controls small relay boxes to operate our Christmas Lights. Because the system is "internet based", it's possible to add YOUR home to the network, and be in real-time synch anywhere in the world. Powered by a small Java program that runs with an Internet Network Time synch protocol that keeps everything running to the nearest 10 to 30 milliseconds."
Implications - The interaction of online and real-life events effectively blurs the lines of reality.
Trend Themes
1. Web-controlled Christmas Lights - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smart lighting systems that can be controlled and programmed remotely, allowing users to create unique patterns and sequences.
2. Real-time Synchronization - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create technologies that enable real-time synchronization between online platforms and physical devices, expanding possibilities for interactive experiences.
3. Internet-based Network Control - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design software and hardware solutions that allow users to remotely control and join networks, opening up opportunities for collaborative and interactive experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Smart Home Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smart home systems that integrate web-based control and synchronization functionalities for various devices, enhancing convenience and customization.
2. Lighting Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the development of innovative lighting technologies and infrastructure that can be controlled and programmed remotely, offering new possibilities for creative lighting displays.
3. Software Development - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate software solutions that enable seamless integration between online platforms and physical devices, enabling real-time interaction and synchronization.
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