WO2025173280A1 - Presentation method, presentation system, and program - Google Patents

Abstract

A presentation method carried out by a presentation system (1) comprises: acquiring a first detergent amount based on laundry disposed in a washing tub provided in a washing machine (30) and/or a service course to be executed by the washing machine (30); acquiring detergent information related to characteristics of the detergent disposed in the washing tub; calculating a second detergent amount by correcting the first detergent amount on the basis of the detergent information; and outputting presentation information for presenting the calculated second detergent amount to a user.

Description

Presentation method, presentation system, and program

This disclosure relates to a presentation method, a presentation system, and a program.

Patent Document 1 discloses technology in which the amount of detergent is calculated and displayed in an app based on the detergent name selected by the user from a list of detergent names.

International Publication No. 2013/035242

The present disclosure provides a method for presenting to a user the effective amount of detergent to use in washing laundry in a washing machine.

A presentation method according to one aspect of the present disclosure is a presentation method using a presentation system, which obtains a first detergent amount based on at least one of the laundry loaded into a washing tub of a washing machine and the operating program being run by the washing machine, obtains detergent information related to the characteristics of the detergent loaded into the washing tub, calculates a second detergent amount by correcting the first detergent amount based on the detergent information, and outputs presentation information for presenting the calculated second detergent amount to a user.

Furthermore, a presentation system according to one aspect of the present disclosure includes an acquisition unit that acquires a first detergent amount based on laundry loaded into a washing tub of a washing machine and at least one of an operating program run by the washing machine, and detergent information related to the characteristics of the detergent loaded into the washing tub; a calculation unit that calculates a second detergent amount based on the first detergent amount and the detergent information; and an output unit that outputs presentation information for presenting the calculated second detergent amount to a user.

Note that these general or specific aspects may be realized as a device, an integrated circuit, a computer program, or a non-transitory recording medium such as a computer-readable CD-ROM, or as any combination of a device, an integrated circuit, a computer program, and a non-transitory recording medium.

The presentation method disclosed herein can present the user with the effective amount of detergent to wash laundry in a washing machine.

FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an overview of a presentation system according to an embodiment. FIG. 2 is a diagram showing the hardware configuration of an information terminal according to an embodiment. FIG. 3 is a hardware configuration diagram of a server according to an embodiment. FIG. 4 is a hardware configuration diagram of the washing machine according to the embodiment. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of a functional configuration of a presentation system according to an embodiment. FIG. 6 is a sequence diagram illustrating an example of a presentation method in the presentation system according to the embodiment. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an example of a UI for accepting a designation of an operation program for the washing machine. FIG. 8 is a diagram showing an example of a display of the first detergent amount in the washing machine. Figure 9 shows an example of a UI (User Interface) that accepts input from a user on an information terminal. FIG. 10 is a diagram for explaining a specific example of input for specifying a brand of detergent. FIG. 11 is a diagram illustrating an example of presentation information. FIG. 12 is a sequence diagram showing an example of a presentation method in a presentation system according to a modified example. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an example of a display of the first detergent amount in the washing machine. FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an example of a UI for receiving a detergent brand. FIG. 15 is a diagram illustrating an example of presentation information.

(Findings that form the basis of this disclosure)
Washing machines are known to have a function (automatic dispensing function) that automatically dispenses an appropriate amount of detergent based on the amount (weight) of laundry loaded into the washing machine and the operation mode planned for the washing machine. Washing machines with an automatic dispensing function can easily dispense the appropriate amount of detergent. However, the detergent to be automatically dispensed must be pre-loaded into a dedicated tank provided in the washing machine. Thus, the number of types of detergent that can be automatically dispensed is limited by the number of tanks. Therefore, if a user wishes to use different detergents depending on the family or purpose, they must measure the amount of detergent using the cap attached to the detergent bottle without using the automatic dispensing function of the washing machine. In this case, a problem arises in that the user has to go through the trouble of calculating the amount of detergent recommended by the detergent manufacturer based on the amount of detergent (number of cups) displayed on the washing machine itself and the amount of water used in the operation mode.

In order to solve the above problem, the inventors have discovered a method for presenting to the user the effective amount of detergent to use when washing laundry in a washing machine.

A presentation method according to a first aspect of the present disclosure is a presentation method using a presentation system, which obtains a first detergent amount based on at least one of the laundry loaded into a washing tub of a washing machine and the operating program being run by the washing machine, obtains detergent information related to the characteristics of the detergent loaded into the washing tub, calculates a second detergent amount by correcting the first detergent amount based on the detergent information, and outputs presentation information for presenting the calculated second detergent amount to a user.

This allows the second detergent amount to be calculated based on the detergent information and the first detergent amount, and the calculated second detergent amount to be presented to the user. This allows the user to easily know the effective amount of detergent for washing laundry in the washing machine.

A presentation method according to a second aspect of the present disclosure is the presentation method according to the first aspect, wherein the detergent is a liquid detergent, and the presentation information includes a diagram showing the position of the liquid surface when the second amount of the detergent is poured into a specified container.

This allows users to easily measure the appropriate amount of detergent by adjusting the liquid level relative to the container.

A presentation method according to a third aspect of the present disclosure is the presentation method according to the second aspect, wherein the specified container has a different shape depending on the brand or type of detergent, and the presentation information includes a diagram showing the position of the liquid level when the second amount of detergent is poured into the container of the different shape.

As a result, users can easily measure the appropriate amount of detergent by adjusting the displayed liquid level relative to the container, even when using different containers for different types of detergent.

A presentation method according to a fourth aspect of the present disclosure is a presentation method according to any one of the first to third aspects, in which the detergent information is acquired by accepting text input to receive the brand of the detergent, and the detergent information is acquired based on the brand.

This allows the detergent's characteristics to be identified based on the brand name entered by the user.

A presentation method according to a fifth aspect of the present disclosure is the presentation method according to the fourth aspect, in which the text input is input by incremental search.

This allows users to enter the brand name partially and then select the detergent brand from the displayed list of candidate brands, making it easy to enter the detergent brand.

A presentation method according to a sixth aspect of the present disclosure is a presentation method according to any one of the first to fifth aspects, wherein the first detergent amount is obtained by accepting an operating course to be executed by the washing machine, and the operating course is a course that washes with a constant amount of water regardless of the weight of the laundry.

As a result, the amount of second detergent can be calculated based on the amount of first detergent corresponding to the operating mode.

A presentation method according to a seventh aspect of the present disclosure is a presentation method according to any one of the first to fifth aspects, wherein the first detergent amount is obtained by accepting a numerical value indicating the detergent amount displayed on the washing machine.

As a result, the amount of second detergent can be calculated based on the amount of first detergent corresponding to the amount of laundry.

A presentation system according to an eighth aspect of the present disclosure includes an acquisition unit that acquires a first detergent amount based on laundry loaded into a washing tub of a washing machine and/or an operating program run by the washing machine, and detergent information related to the characteristics of the detergent loaded into the washing tub; a calculation unit that calculates a second detergent amount by correcting the first detergent amount based on the detergent information; and an output unit that outputs presentation information for presenting the calculated second detergent amount to a user.

In this way, the second detergent amount can be calculated by correcting the first detergent amount based on the detergent information, and the calculated second detergent amount can be presented to the user. This allows the user to easily know the effective amount of detergent for washing laundry in the washing machine.

A program according to a ninth aspect of the present disclosure is a program for causing a computer to execute the laundry amount calculation method according to any one of the first to seventh aspects.

Note that these general or specific aspects may be realized as an apparatus, an integrated circuit, a computer program, or a non-transitory recording medium such as a computer-readable CD-ROM, or as any combination of an apparatus, a method, a system, an integrated circuit, a computer program, and a non-transitory recording medium.

Embodiments will be described in detail below, with reference to the drawings as appropriate. However, more detailed explanations than necessary may be omitted. For example, detailed explanations of matters that are already well known or duplicate explanations of substantially identical configurations may be omitted. This is to avoid unnecessary redundancy in the following explanation and to make it easier for those skilled in the art to understand.

The inventor has provided the accompanying drawings and the following description to enable those skilled in the art to fully understand the present disclosure, and they are not intended to limit the subject matter described in the claims.

(Embodiment)
[composition]
FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an overview of a presentation system according to an embodiment.

Specifically, FIG. 1 shows an information terminal 10, a server 20, a washing machine 30, a network 60, and a router 61. For example, the presentation system 1 includes the information terminal 10, the server 20, and the washing machine 30 among these components.

Note that the above components of presentation system 1 do not necessarily need to be hardware, and may be realized by executing necessary software from among software stored in information terminal 10, software stored in server 20, and software stored in washing machine 30 by one or more processors provided in at least one of information terminal 10, server 20, and washing machine 30 that corresponds to the necessary software. Information terminal 10, server 20, and washing machine 30 are communicatively connected to each other via network 60. Router 61 is a device that mediates the communication connection of information terminal 10 and washing machine 30 to network 60. Information terminal 10 may be communicatively connected to network 60 via another router (not shown), or may be communicatively connected to network 60 by communicating with a base station of a mobile phone communication line.

Presentation system 1 is a system for presenting presentation information to a user, including a second detergent amount appropriate for a first detergent calculated by washing machine 30, based on characteristic information related to the characteristics of the detergent used for washing with washing machine 30. Presentation system 1 may store device information for identifying washing machine 30 and user information for identifying the user in association with each other in server 20. The user information includes destination information for sending information to an information terminal 10 owned by the user. This allows server 20 to associate washing machine 30 with information terminal 10, and to send information generated based on information received from washing machine 30 to information terminal 10, or to send information generated based on information received from information terminal 10 to washing machine 30.

In the present disclosure, detergents may also contain fabric softeners or bleaching agents. The effects of using detergents may include not only removing dirt from laundry (clothing, towels, bedding, and other fabric products), but also softening, adding fragrance to, and bleaching laundry.

Figure 2 is a hardware configuration diagram of an information terminal in this embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 2, the information terminal 10 has a hardware configuration including a processor 101, a main memory 102, storage 103, a communication interface (IF) 104, an input device 105, and a display 106.

Processor 101 is a processor that executes programs stored in storage 103, etc.

Main memory 102 is a volatile storage area used to temporarily store data generated during processing by processor 101, as a work area used when processor 101 executes a program, and to temporarily store data received by communication IF 104.

Storage 103 is a non-volatile storage area that holds various data such as programs. Storage 103 stores, for example, various data generated as a result of processing by processor 101 and various data received by communication IF 104.

Communication IF 104 is a communication interface for sending and receiving information to and from server 20 or washing machine 30 via network 60. Communication IF 104 may be an interface for wireless communication, such as a wireless LAN interface or a Bluetooth (registered trademark) interface. Communication IF 104 may also be an interface for wired communication, such as a USB (Universal Serial Bus) or a wired LAN interface.

The input device 105 is an interface for receiving input from a person. The input device 105 may be a pointing device such as a mouse, touchpad, touch panel, or trackball, or it may be a keyboard.

Display 106 is a liquid crystal display, an organic EL display, etc.

Figure 3 is a hardware configuration diagram of a server in this embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 3, the server 20 has a hardware configuration including a processor 201, a main memory 202, storage 203, and a communication interface (IF) 204.

Processor 201 is a processor that executes programs stored in storage 203, etc.

Main memory 202 is a volatile storage area used to temporarily store data generated during processing by processor 201, as a work area used when processor 201 executes a program, and to temporarily store data received by communication IF 204.

Storage 203 is a non-volatile storage area that holds various data such as programs. Storage 203 stores, for example, various data generated as a result of processing by processor 201 and various data received by communication IF 204.

The communication IF 204 is a communication interface for transmitting and receiving information to and from the information terminal 10 or the washing machine 30 via the network 60. The communication IF 204 may be an interface for wireless communication, such as a wireless LAN interface or a Bluetooth (registered trademark) interface. The communication IF 204 may also be an interface for wired communication, such as a USB (Universal Serial Bus) or a wired LAN interface.

Figure 4 is a hardware configuration diagram of a washing machine in an embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 4, the washing machine 30 includes a control circuit 301, a communication IF (Interface) 302, a display 303, an input device 304, a sensor 305, and an actuator 306.

Control circuit 301 controls the operation of actuator 306. Control circuit 301 may control the operation of actuator 306 based on the value detected by sensor 305. For example, control circuit 301 may control the operation of actuator 306 so that the value detected by sensor 305 approaches a target value. A memory (not shown) provided in control circuit 301 stores information (such as a program) used by control circuit 301 to control the operation of actuator 306.

The communication IF 302 communicates with the information terminal 10 or the server 20 via the network 60. The communication IF 302 may be a communication interface for transmitting data between the information terminal 10 or the server 20. The communication IF 302 may be an interface for wireless communication, such as a wireless LAN interface or a Bluetooth (registered trademark) interface. The communication IF 302 may be an interface for wired communication, such as a USB (Universal Serial Bus) or a wired LAN interface.

Display 303 is a liquid crystal display, an organic EL display, etc.

The input device 304 accepts input from a person. The input device 304 is, for example, a touch panel. The input device 304 is not limited to a touch panel, and may be other input devices such as mechanical buttons.

Sensor 305 is a sensor for detecting the state of washing machine 30. Washing machine 30 is not limited to being equipped with one sensor 305, and may be equipped with multiple sensors 305. When washing machine 30 is equipped with multiple sensors 305, the multiple sensors 305 may be of different types or the same type. Sensor 305 may be, for example, a sensor that detects the amount of water, a sensor that detects the temperature, or a sensor that detects the current value for operating actuator 306.

Actuator 306 is a mechanical element that converts input energy into physical movement based on an electrical signal. Actuator 306 may be, for example, an electric motor, a hydraulic cylinder, or a pneumatic actuator. Note that washing machine 30 is not limited to having one actuator 306, and may also have multiple actuators 306. When washing machine 30 has multiple actuators 306, the multiple actuators 306 may be of different types or the same type.

FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an example of the functional configuration of a presentation system according to an embodiment.

The presentation system 1 includes an information terminal 10, a server 20, and a washing machine 30. In Figure 5, the router 61 is not shown.

The information terminal 10 includes an acquisition unit 11, a transmission unit 12, a storage unit 13, a display unit 14, and a reception unit 15. The information terminal 10 is realized, for example, as a smartphone or a tablet terminal.

The acquisition unit 11 receives information from at least one of the server 20 and the washing machine 30 via the network 60. Specifically, the acquisition unit 11 receives presentation information including the second detergent amount from the server 20. The acquisition unit 11 is realized by the communication IF 104.

Transmission unit 12 transmits information to at least one of server 20 and washing machine 30 via network 60. Specifically, transmission unit 12 may transmit the first detergent amount and detergent information displayed on washing machine 30 to server 20. The first detergent amount is calculated by washing machine 30 based on at least one of the laundry placed in the washing tub of washing machine 30 and the operating program being executed by washing machine 30. The first detergent amount will be described later. Transmission unit 12 is realized by communication IF 104.

The detergent information is information relating to the characteristics of the detergent dispensed into the washing tub of the washing machine 30. The detergent characteristics are, for example, the ratio of the effective amount of detergent to the amount of water used in washing. This ratio may be set for each operating program. The detergent information may also be information indicating the characteristics of the detergent. Furthermore, since the characteristics of the detergent can be identified by, for example, specifying the brand of the detergent, the detergent information may also be information indicating the brand of the detergent.

The memory unit 13 stores user information for identifying a user. The user information may be information generated by the information terminal 10 based on user input accepted by the acceptance unit 15, which will be described later. The memory unit 13 also stores programs for implementing the functions of the information terminal 10. The memory unit 13 is implemented, for example, by the storage 103.

The display unit 14 displays an image or UI (User Interface) generated by the information terminal 10. Specifically, the display unit 14 displays the second detergent amount based on the presented information. The display unit 14 is realized, for example, by the display 106.

The reception unit 15 receives input from the user. Specifically, the reception unit 15 receives input to the UI displayed on the display unit 14. The reception unit 15 receives, for example, a first amount of detergent. The reception unit 15 may receive a numerical value indicating the first amount of detergent displayed on the washing machine 30. The reception unit 15 may receive the first amount of detergent by receiving an operation course to be executed by the washing machine 30. There are two types of operation courses: a course that washes with a constant amount of water regardless of the weight of the laundry, and a course that washes with an amount of water according to the weight of the laundry. When the course that washes with a constant amount of water is selected as the operation course, the amount of water to be used for operation is calculated regardless of the weight of the laundry. Therefore, the washing machine 30 can calculate the amount of detergent according to the constant amount of water as the first amount of detergent without using the weight of the laundry.

The first detergent amount may be calculated based on, for example, the weight of laundry placed in the washing tub of the washing machine 30. The first detergent amount may be calculated based on, for example, the operating program. The first detergent amount may be calculated based on, for example, the weight of laundry placed in the washing tub of the washing machine 30 and a combination of the operating programs.

If a wash course that uses an amount of water corresponding to the weight of the laundry is selected as the operating course, the amount of water used for operation is calculated based on the selected operating course and the weight of the laundry placed in the washing tub. Therefore, washing machine 30 can calculate the first detergent amount based on the selected operating course and the weight of the laundry placed in the washing tub. The first detergent amount is a standard amount of detergent that is determined based on the amount of water used in washing, regardless of the brand or type of detergent.

Furthermore, the reception unit 15 receives, for example, the brand or type of detergent used in the washing machine 30. The reception unit 15 acquires detergent information by receiving the brand or type of detergent. The reception unit 15 may also receive the brand or type of detergent by receiving text input. The text input may be input by incremental search. The reception unit 15 is realized, for example, by the input device 105.

The server 20 includes an acquisition unit 21, a calculation unit 22, a storage unit 23, and an output unit 24.

The acquisition unit 21 acquires the first detergent amount. Specifically, the acquisition unit 21 may acquire the first detergent amount from the information terminal 10 or from the washing machine 30. The acquisition unit 21 also acquires detergent information. In this embodiment, the acquisition unit 21 acquires the detergent information from the information terminal 10. The acquisition unit 21 is realized, for example, by the communication IF 204.

Calculation unit 22 calculates the second detergent amount by correcting the first detergent amount based on the detergent information. The second detergent amount is an amount of detergent appropriate for washing laundry in washing machine 30. The second detergent amount is calculated based on the first detergent amount and a correction coefficient that is predetermined according to the brand or type of detergent. The second detergent amount may be calculated by multiplying the first detergent amount by the correction coefficient specified in the detergent information. The correction coefficient is determined for each brand or type of detergent and is stored in memory unit 23. The correction coefficient may also be determined for each operating mode. Calculation unit 22 is realized by, for example, processor 201, main memory 202, and storage 203.

The second detergent amount is a ratio determined in advance depending on the brand or type of detergent, and may be calculated by multiplying the ratio relative to the amount of water used for washing by the amount of water used for washing calculated from the first detergent amount. The ratio is a type of correction coefficient. The ratio is determined for each brand or type of detergent, and is stored in the memory unit 23. The ratio may also be determined for each operating mode.

The memory unit 23 stores correction coefficients that are predetermined according to the brand or type of detergent. The memory unit 23 is realized, for example, by the storage 203.

The output unit 24 outputs presentation information for presenting the second detergent amount calculated by the calculation unit 22 to the user. The output unit 24 may, for example, transmit the presentation information to the information terminal 10, causing the information terminal 10 to present the presentation information. The presentation information may include a diagram showing the liquid level when the second detergent amount is poured into a container of a predetermined shape. In this case, the detergent is liquid detergent. The container of a predetermined shape is the lid of a detergent bottle in which liquid detergent is sealed. The predetermined shape may differ depending on the brand or type of detergent. The presentation information includes a diagram showing the liquid level relative to a container of a predetermined shape corresponding to the detergent. In other words, the presentation information includes a diagram showing the liquid level relative to containers of different shapes depending on the brand or type of detergent.

The washing machine 30 includes a communication unit 31, a calculation unit 32, a reception unit 33, and a display unit 34.

The communication unit 31 receives information from the server 20 via the network 60. The communication unit 31 transmits information to the server 20 via the network 60. Specifically, the communication unit 31 may transmit a first amount of detergent to the server 20. The first amount of detergent transmitted from the communication unit 31 may include identification information for identifying the washing machine 30. The communication unit 31 is realized, for example, by the communication IF 302.

Calculation unit 32 calculates the first amount of detergent. Specifically, calculation unit 32 may calculate the first amount of detergent based on the weight of laundry placed in the washing tub, or may calculate the first amount of detergent based on an operating program that is set in washing machine 30 and is scheduled to be executed, or may calculate the first amount of detergent based on a combination of the weight of laundry placed in the washing tub and the set operating program. Calculation unit 32 is realized, for example, by control circuit 301.

The reception unit 33 receives input from the user. Specifically, the reception unit 33 receives input to the UI displayed on the display unit 34. The reception unit 33 is realized by an input device 304 such as a touch panel. Note that the reception unit 33 is not limited to a touch panel and may be another input device.

The display unit 34 displays an image or UI (User Interface) generated by the washing machine 30 or the server 20. The display unit 34 is realized, for example, by the display 303.

[Operation]
Next, the operation of the presentation system 1 will be described.

Figure 6 is a sequence diagram showing an example of a presentation method in a presentation system according to an embodiment.

Washing machine 30 accepts operations from the user (S1). For example, washing machine 30 accepts the user's specification of an operating course after laundry is placed in the washing tub of washing machine 30. For example, as shown in FIG. 7, washing machine 30 displays a UI for accepting one operating course from three courses, course A, course B, and course C, and accepts input to select one operating course. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an example of a UI for accepting the specification of an operating course for a washing machine.

Next, the washing machine 30 calculates the first amount of detergent (S2). For example, the washing machine 30 rotates the washing tub to detect the weight of the laundry, and calculates the first amount of detergent based on the detected weight of the laundry and the operating program specified in step S1.

Next, the washing machine 30 displays the first detergent amount (S3). For example, as shown in FIG. 8, the washing machine 30 may display that the first detergent amount is 0.5 cups. 0.5 cups is the amount per detergent container (lid). Note that the first detergent amount may also be displayed as an absolute volume (e.g., in milliliters). Note that FIG. 8 is a diagram showing an example of how the first detergent amount is displayed in a washing machine.

Note that if the operating course accepted in step S1 is an operating course that uses a fixed amount of water, the washing machine 30 may calculate the first detergent amount corresponding to that operating course without detecting the weight of the laundry. In this case, it is also possible not to calculate the first detergent amount.

Next, upon viewing the first detergent amount displayed in step S3, the user inputs the first detergent amount and detergent information into the information terminal 10. That is, the information terminal 10 accepts input indicating the first detergent amount and detergent information (S4). Note that if the operating program accepted in step S1 is an operating program that uses a fixed amount of water, the information terminal 10 may also accept input indicating that operating program.

Figure 9 shows an example of a UI (User Interface) that accepts input from a user on an information terminal.

Figure 9 shows three input fields: "1. Washing course to be used," "2. Amount of detergent displayed on the washing machine," and "3. Brand of detergent to be used." In "1. Washing course to be used," the operating course set for the washing machine 30 is entered. If the operating course set for the washing machine 30 is one that uses a fixed amount of water, the user can select "Course with fixed amount of detergent" and then select the appropriate operating course from the multiple operating course candidates below. If the operating course set for the washing machine 30 is one other than one that uses a fixed amount of water, the user selects "Other than the above."

In "2. Amount of detergent displayed on the washing machine," if "Other than the above" is selected in "1. Washing course to be used," input of the first amount of detergent displayed on the washing machine 30 is accepted. In Figure 9, 0.5 cups is specified as the first amount of detergent.

"3. Brand of detergent to use" accepts input specifying the brand of detergent. In Figure 9, "AAAA" is specified.

Figure 10 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of input for specifying a detergent brand.

As shown in Figure 10, when a detergent brand is entered in "3. Brand of detergent to be used," text input is accepted using incremental search. For example, if "AAAA" is entered, candidate detergent brands containing the string "AAAA" are presented. This allows the user to select an appropriate brand from the candidate detergent brands containing "AAAA."

Return to the explanation of Figure 6.

The information terminal 10 transmits the first detergent amount or operating program that has been received and the detergent information to the server 20 (S5). For example, in FIG. 9, when input into the three input fields "1. Washing program to be used," "2. Amount of detergent displayed on the washing machine," and "3. Brand of detergent to be used" is completed and the "Calculate" button is pressed, the information terminal 10 transmits the first detergent amount or operating program received in the three input fields and the detergent information indicated by the detergent brand to the server 20.

The server 20 calculates the second detergent amount by correcting the first detergent amount based on the detergent information (S6).

Next, the server 20 generates presentation information for presenting the second detergent amount to the user (S7) and transmits (outputs) the generated presentation information to the information terminal 10 (S8).

When the information terminal 10 receives the presentation information from the server 20, it presents the presentation information (S9).

Figure 11 shows an example of presented information.

When the information terminal 10 receives the presentation information, it displays a diagram showing the liquid level when the second amount of detergent is poured into the detergent bottle lid, as shown in FIG. 11. The shape of the detergent bottle lid included in the presentation information matches the shape of the actual detergent bottle lid. In other words, different brands of detergent bottles use bottles of different shapes, and the shapes of their lids also differ. Therefore, by presenting a diagram showing the liquid level when the second amount of detergent is poured into the lid used for the bottle specific to the detergent brand specified by the user, the user can intuitively measure out the second amount of detergent using the detergent bottle lid.

Then, the user pours the second amount of detergent into the washing machine 30 and presses a button on the washing machine 30 to start operation. The washing machine 30 then receives the instruction to start operation (S10) and executes the operation program specified in step S1 (S11).

[Effects, etc.]
The presentation method according to the present embodiment is a presentation method by a presentation system, which obtains a first detergent amount based on at least one of the laundry loaded into the washing tub of washing machine 30 and the operating program run by the washing machine, and obtains detergent information related to the characteristics of the detergent loaded into the washing tub. Then, the presentation method corrects the first detergent amount based on the detergent information to calculate a second detergent amount, which is an amount of detergent effective for washing laundry in washing machine 30, and outputs presentation information for presenting the calculated second detergent amount to the user.

This allows the second detergent amount to be calculated based on the detergent information and the first detergent amount, and the calculated second detergent amount to be presented to the user. This allows the user to easily know the effective amount of detergent for washing laundry in the washing machine.

Furthermore, in the presentation method according to this embodiment, the detergent is liquid detergent. The presentation information includes a diagram showing the position of the liquid level when a second amount of detergent is poured into a specified container.

This allows users to easily measure the appropriate amount of detergent by adjusting the liquid level relative to the container.

Furthermore, in the presentation method according to this embodiment, the specified containers have different shapes depending on the brand or type of detergent. The presentation information includes a diagram showing the liquid level when the second amount of detergent is poured into containers of different shapes.

As a result, users can easily measure the appropriate amount of detergent by adjusting the displayed liquid level relative to the container, even when using different containers for different types of detergent.

Furthermore, in the presentation method according to this embodiment, when acquiring detergent information, the detergent brand is accepted by accepting text input, and detergent information is acquired based on the brand.

This allows the detergent's characteristics to be identified based on the brand name entered by the user.

Furthermore, in the presentation method according to this embodiment, text input is input using incremental search.

This means that by entering the brand name partway, you can select the detergent brand from the displayed list of brand candidates, making it easy to enter the detergent brand.

Furthermore, in the presentation method according to this embodiment, the first detergent amount is obtained by receiving the operation program to be executed by the washing machine. The operation program is a program that washes with a fixed amount of water regardless of the weight of the laundry.

As a result, the amount of second detergent can be calculated based on the amount of first detergent corresponding to the operating mode.

Furthermore, in the presentation method according to this embodiment, the first detergent amount is obtained by accepting a numerical value indicating the amount of detergent displayed on the washing machine.

As a result, the amount of second detergent can be calculated based on the amount of first detergent corresponding to the amount of laundry.

[Modification]
In the above embodiment, information terminal 10 accepts input of the first detergent amount or operating program and detergent information, and transmits the accepted first detergent amount or operating program and detergent information to server 20, but this is not limited thereto. Specifically, washing machine 30 may accept input of the first detergent amount or operating program and detergent information, and transmit the accepted first detergent amount or operating program and detergent information to server 20. In this case, presentation system 1 does not need to include information terminal 10.

Figure 12 is a sequence diagram showing an example of a presentation method in a presentation system related to a modified example.

The washing machine 30 accepts an operation from the user (S21). Note that step S21 is the same as step S1, so a detailed explanation will be omitted.

Next, the washing machine 30 calculates the first detergent amount (S22). As shown in FIG. 13, the washing machine 30 may display that the first detergent amount is 0.5 cups. At this time, a link that accepts input for "accurately calculating the detergent amount" is displayed on the washing machine 30. Note that FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an example of the display of the first detergent amount on a washing machine.

Next, when input to the link is accepted, the washing machine 30 displays a UI for accepting input indicating detergent information (detergent brand) and accepts the detergent information (S23). As shown in FIG. 14, the washing machine 30 accepts input of the detergent brand via text. In this case, too, as described in FIG. 10, text input via incremental search may be accepted. Note that FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an example of a UI for accepting detergent brands.

Next, the washing machine 30 transmits the calculated first detergent amount or the input operating program and detergent information to the server 20 (S24). For example, in FIG. 14, when an input is made to the OK button, the washing machine 30 transmits the first detergent amount or operating program and detergent information indicated by the detergent brand to the server 20.

The server 20 calculates the second detergent amount by correcting the first detergent amount based on the detergent information (S25).

Next, the server 20 generates presentation information for presenting the second detergent amount to the user (S26) and transmits (outputs) the generated presentation information to the washing machine 30 (S27).

When the washing machine 30 receives the presentation information from the server 20, it presents the presentation information (S28).

Figure 15 shows an example of presented information.

When the washing machine 30 receives the presentation information, it displays a diagram showing the liquid level when the second amount of detergent is poured into the lid of the detergent bottle, as shown in FIG. 15. This diagram is similar to the diagram in FIG. 11.

Then, the user pours the second amount of detergent into the washing machine 30 and presses a button on the washing machine 30 to start operation. The washing machine 30 then receives the instruction to start operation (S29) and executes the operation program specified in step S21 (S30).

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In the above embodiments, each component may be configured with dedicated hardware, or may be realized by executing a software program suitable for each component. Each component may be realized by a program execution unit such as a CPU or processor reading and executing a software program recorded on a recording medium such as a hard disk or semiconductor memory. Here, the software that realizes the system, information terminal, server, camera device, etc. of the above embodiments is a program that causes a computer to execute each step included in the flowcharts shown in the figures.

The following cases are also included in this disclosure:

(1) Specifically, each of the above devices is a computer system consisting of a microprocessor, ROM, RAM, hard disk unit, display unit, keyboard, mouse, etc. A computer program is stored in the RAM or hard disk unit. Each device achieves its function when the microprocessor operates in accordance with the computer program. Here, a computer program is composed of a combination of multiple instruction codes that indicate commands to a computer to achieve a specified function.

(2) Some or all of the components that make up each of the above devices may be composed of a single system LSI (Large Scale Integration). A system LSI is an ultra-multifunctional LSI manufactured by integrating multiple components onto a single chip, and is specifically a computer system that includes a microprocessor, ROM, RAM, etc. A computer program is stored in the RAM. The system LSI achieves its functions when the microprocessor operates in accordance with the computer program.

(3) Some or all of the components making up each of the above devices may be configured as an IC card or a standalone module that can be attached to or detached from each device. The IC card or module is a computer system made up of a microprocessor, ROM, RAM, etc. The IC card or module may include the above-mentioned ultra-multifunctional LSI. The IC card or module achieves its functions when the microprocessor operates in accordance with a computer program. This IC card or module may be tamper-resistant.

(4) The present disclosure may be the methods described above. It may also be a computer program that implements these methods on a computer, or a digital signal that comprises the computer program.

Furthermore, the present disclosure may also be about the computer program or the digital signal being recorded on a computer-readable recording medium, such as a flexible disk, hard disk, CD-ROM, MO, DVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, BD (Blu-ray (registered trademark) Disc), semiconductor memory, etc. It may also be about the digital signal recorded on such a recording medium.

Furthermore, the present disclosure may involve transmitting the computer program or the digital signal via a telecommunications line, a wireless or wired communication line, a network such as the Internet, data broadcasting, etc.

The present disclosure may also be directed to a computer system having a microprocessor and memory, wherein the memory stores the computer program, and the microprocessor operates in accordance with the computer program.

Furthermore, the program or the digital signal may be implemented by another independent computer system by recording it on the recording medium and transferring it, or by transferring the program or the digital signal via the network, etc.

(5) The above embodiments and modifications may be combined.

This disclosure is useful as a method for presenting to a user the effective amount of detergent to use in washing laundry in a washing machine.

REFERENCE SIGNS LIST 1 Presentation system 10 Information terminal 11, 21 Acquisition unit 12 Transmission unit 13, 23 Storage unit 14, 34 Display unit 15, 33 Reception unit 20 Server 22, 32 Calculation unit 24 Output unit 30 Washing machine 31 Communication unit 60 Network 61 Router 101, 201 Processor 102, 202 Main memory 103, 203 Storage 104, 204, 302 Communication IF
105, 304 Input devices 106, 303 Display 301 Control circuit 305 Sensor 306 Actuator

Claims (9)

A presentation method by a presentation system, comprising:
a first detergent amount based on at least one of laundry loaded into a washing tub of the washing machine and an operation program executed by the washing machine;
Acquire detergent information regarding the characteristics of the detergent to be put into the washing tub;
calculating a second detergent amount by correcting the first detergent amount based on the detergent information;
a presentation method for outputting presentation information for presenting the calculated second amount of detergent to a user; The detergent is a liquid detergent,
The presentation method according to claim 1 , wherein the presentation information includes a diagram showing a liquid level when the second amount of the detergent is poured into a predetermined container. The predetermined container has a different shape depending on the brand or type of the detergent,
The presentation method according to claim 2 , wherein the presentation information includes a diagram showing a liquid level when the second amount of the detergent is poured into the container of the different shape. The presentation method according to claim 1 , wherein the detergent information is acquired by accepting a brand of the detergent by accepting a text input, and the detergent information is acquired based on the brand. The presentation method according to claim 4 , wherein the text input is an input by incremental search. In acquiring the first detergent amount, the first detergent amount is acquired by receiving an operation program to be executed in the washing machine,
The presentation method according to claim 1 , wherein the operation mode is a mode in which a constant amount of water is used for washing the laundry regardless of the weight of the laundry. The presentation method according to claim 1 , wherein the first amount of detergent is acquired by receiving a numerical value indicating the amount of detergent displayed on the washing machine. an acquisition unit that acquires a first detergent amount based on at least one of laundry loaded into a washing tub of a washing machine and an operating program executed by the washing machine, and detergent information related to properties of the detergent loaded into the washing tub;
a calculation unit that calculates a second detergent amount by correcting the first detergent amount based on the detergent information;
an output unit that outputs presentation information for presenting the calculated second amount of detergent to a user. A program for causing a computer to execute the presentation method described in any one of claims 1 to 3.