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Hvac control device with occupancy status prediction and adjustment

A recently filed patent (Publication Number: US20230304685A1) describes a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) control device that utilizes occupancy data to optimize HVAC system performance. The device includes a memory to store a predicted occupancy schedule and an occupancy history log, and a processor to analyze and update the occupancy statuses.

The device records actual occupancy statuses and compares them to the predicted occupancy statuses. It identifies conflicting occupancy statuses, which indicate a difference between the actual and predicted occupancy statuses. The device then identifies the timestamps and historical occupancy statuses corresponding to the conflicting statuses. It updates the predicted occupancy schedule with the historical occupancy statuses, effectively correcting any errors in the predictions.

The device also determines the number of conflicting occupancy statuses and compares it to a predetermined threshold value. If the number exceeds the threshold, the device does not update the conflicting statuses in the predicted occupancy schedule. This ensures that only a certain number of conflicting statuses are considered before making adjustments to the schedule.

Additionally, the device can generate a heat map that overlays the conflicting occupancy statuses on the predicted occupancy schedule. This visual representation helps users identify areas of inconsistency and make informed decisions regarding HVAC control.

The patent also describes the device's ability to incorporate weather information into its occupancy predictions. It obtains forecasted and historical weather information for a specific location and compares the temperature differences. If the temperature difference falls within a predefined range for a majority of the days, the device records the actual occupancy statuses.

Furthermore, the device can utilize machine learning to improve its occupancy predictions. It determines weights for a machine learning model based on the updated predicted occupancy schedule, with each weight associated with a day of the week and a time of day. The generated machine learning model outputs a probability based on input that identifies a specific day and time.

Overall, this patent presents a comprehensive HVAC control device that leverages occupancy data, historical information, and machine learning to optimize system performance and energy efficiency. By accurately predicting occupancy and adjusting set-points accordingly, the device aims to enhance comfort and reduce energy consumption in various spaces.

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