Network device management method, storage medium and computer program product

Abstract

The invention discloses a network equipment management method, a storage medium and a computer program product, and relates to the technical field of computer vision, and the method comprises the steps: carrying out the processing of collected real environment three-dimensional data through a digital twinning technology, and constructing a real environment and virtual environment mixed three-dimensional space; virtual network equipment is deployed in the three-dimensional space; designing an augmented reality interaction mode according to the operation characteristics of the virtual network device; and performing operation and maintenance management on the virtual network equipment based on the augmented reality interaction mode. The network equipment is managed in an augmented reality interaction mode, so that the complexity and risk in actual operation are reduced, the complexity and learning cost of operation and maintenance management of the network equipment are reduced, and a more intuitive visualization effect is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of computer vision technology, and in particular to a network device management method, a storage medium, and a computer program product. Background Art

[0002] Operation and maintenance management of network devices is a necessary measure to ensure stable and efficient operation of the network. CLI technology, which interacts with computer systems by inputting commands through command lines, performs various operation and maintenance management operations on network devices. In CLI technology, users input specific commands through the keyboard instead of operating through a graphical user interface to complete network device operation and maintenance management operations, which is not intuitive enough for complex or graphical operations. In addition, CLI technology has certain command and syntax rules, so the learning cost is high and the learning curve is steep.

[0003] Therefore, how to simplify the complexity and learning cost of network equipment operation and maintenance management and achieve more intuitive visualization effects has become an urgent problem to be solved in this application.

[0004] The above contents are only used to assist in understanding the technical solution of the present application and do not constitute an admission that the above contents are prior art. Summary of the invention

[0005] The main purpose of this application is to provide a network device management method, storage medium and computer program product, aiming to solve the technical problem of how to simplify the complexity and learning cost of network device operation and maintenance management and achieve more intuitive visualization effects.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present application proposes a network device management method, the method comprising:

[0007] The collected three-dimensional data of the real environment is processed through digital twin technology to construct a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of the real environment and the virtual environment;

[0008] Deploying virtual network devices in the three-dimensional space;

[0009] Designing an extended reality interaction method according to the operating characteristics of the virtual network device;

[0010] The virtual network device is operated and managed based on the extended reality interaction mode.

[0011] In one embodiment, the step of processing the collected real environment three-dimensional data by digital twin technology to construct a three-dimensional space mixed with the real environment and the virtual environment includes:

[0012] Collect 3D data of the real environment through laser scanning;

[0013] Performing data cleaning and data integration on the three-dimensional data;

[0014] Constructing a three-dimensional structural model based on the three-dimensional data after data cleaning and data integration;

[0015] The real environment is connected to the three-dimensional structure model through the Internet of Things sensor to construct a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of the real environment and the virtual environment.

[0016] In one embodiment, the step of deploying a virtual network device in the three-dimensional space includes:

[0017] Load network device information;

[0018] Collect data about the physical location of network devices in real environments;

[0019] virtualizing the network device into a virtual network device according to the network device information;

[0020] The virtual network device is deployed in the three-dimensional space according to the physical location data.

[0021] In one embodiment, after the step of deploying the virtual network device to the three-dimensional space according to the physical location data, the step further includes:

[0022] The virtual network device is bound to the network device, and key information of the network device is loaded.

[0023] In one embodiment, the extended reality interaction mode includes a gesture recognition mode, and the step of performing operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction mode includes:

[0024] Collecting gesture images;

[0025] Using a pre-built gesture tracking model algorithm to recognize the gesture image to obtain available gesture information;

[0026] Converting the available gesture information into a virtual network device control command through a pre-built gesture and operation logic mapping relationship;

[0027] The virtual network device is operated and managed according to the virtual network device control command.

[0028] In one embodiment, before the step of using a pre-built gesture tracking model algorithm to recognize the gesture image to obtain available gesture information, the step further includes:

[0029] Get a sample gesture training dataset;

[0030] According to the sample gesture training data set, a self-attention transformer framework is trained to obtain a gesture tracking model algorithm;

[0031] Performing a data enhancement operation on the sample gesture training data set;

[0032] The operation logic is defined according to the sample gesture training data set after data enhancement, and a mapping relationship between gestures and operation logic is constructed.

[0033] In one embodiment, the extended reality interaction method further includes an eye tracking method, and the step of performing operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction method includes:

[0034] Extract eye features of a pre-captured user eye image using a feature extraction algorithm and determine an eye movement trajectory;

[0035] Converting the eye movement trajectory into a virtual device control command;

[0036] The virtual network device is operated and maintained according to the virtual device control command.

[0037] In one embodiment, the extended reality interaction mode further includes a controller operation mode, and the step of performing operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction mode includes:

[0038] Collect user operation data through built-in sensors;

[0039] Identify a virtual device control command according to the user operation data;

[0040] The virtual network device is operated and maintained according to the virtual device control command.

[0041] In addition, to achieve the above objectives, the present application also proposes a storage medium, which is a computer-readable storage medium, and a computer program is stored on the storage medium. When the computer program is executed by a processor, the steps of the network device management method described above are implemented.

[0042] In addition, to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present application also provides a computer program product, which includes a computer program, and when the computer program is executed by a processor, the steps of the network device management method described above are implemented.

[0043] One or more technical solutions proposed in this application have at least the following technical effects:

[0044] Through digital twin technology, the collected three-dimensional data of the real environment is processed to build a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of the real environment and the virtual environment. Virtual network devices that are consistent with the configuration of real network devices are deployed in the three-dimensional space. The extended reality interaction method is adopted to enable operation and maintenance personnel to interact with network devices in the virtual environment in a natural and intuitive way without the need for a complicated operation learning process. And because of the extended reality interaction method, operation and maintenance personnel can operate and manage virtual network devices in a virtual three-dimensional space, thereby realizing the operation and maintenance management of real network devices. This operation reduces the complexity and risks in actual operations, simplifies the complexity and learning cost of network equipment operation and maintenance management, and achieves a more intuitive visualization effect. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0045] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the present application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present application.

[0046] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, for ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative labor.

[0047] Figure 1 A flowchart of a first embodiment of the network device management method provided by the present application;

[0048] Figure 2 A flowchart of a second embodiment of the network device management method provided by the present application;

[0049] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a third embodiment of the network device management method provided by the present application;

[0050] Figure 4 A flowchart of a fourth embodiment of the network device management method provided by the present application;

[0051] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the module structure of the network device management device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0052] Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the device structure of the hardware operating environment involved in the network device management method in the embodiment of the present application.

[0053] The purpose, features and advantages of this application will be further described in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0054] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the technical solutions of the present application and are not used to limit the present application.

[0055] In order to better understand the technical solution of the present application, a detailed description will be given below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.

[0056] The embodiments of the present application take into account that: since operation and maintenance management of network devices is a necessary measure to ensure stable and efficient operation of the network. CLI technology, which interacts with computer systems by inputting instructions through command lines, performs various operation and maintenance management operations on network devices. In CLI technology, users input specific commands through the keyboard instead of operating through a graphical user interface to complete network device operation and maintenance management operations, which is not intuitive enough for complex or graphical operations. Moreover, CLI technology has certain command and grammatical rules, and the learning cost is high and the learning curve is steep.

[0057] Therefore, this application provides a solution to process the collected three-dimensional data of the real environment through digital twin technology, construct a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of the real environment and the virtual environment, deploy virtual network devices that are consistent with the configuration of the real network devices in the three-dimensional space, and adopt an extended reality interaction method, so that operation and maintenance personnel can interact with the network devices in the virtual environment in a natural and intuitive way without the need for a complicated operation learning process. And because of the interactive method of extended reality, operation and maintenance personnel can operate and manage virtual network devices in a virtual three-dimensional space, thereby realizing the operation and maintenance management of real network devices. This operation reduces the complexity and risks in actual operations, simplifies the complexity and learning cost of network equipment operation and maintenance management, and achieves a more intuitive visualization effect.

[0058] It should be noted that the execution subject of this embodiment may be a computing service device with data processing, network communication and program running functions, such as a tablet computer, a personal computer, a mobile phone, etc., or an electronic device capable of realizing the above functions, an XR device, etc. The following takes the XR device as an example to illustrate this embodiment and the following embodiments.

[0059] Based on this, the present application embodiment provides a network device management method, referring to Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a flowchart of the first embodiment of the network device management method of the present application.

[0060] In this embodiment, the network device management method includes steps S10 to S40:

[0061] Step S10, processing the collected three-dimensional data of the real environment through the digital twin technology to construct a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of the real environment and the virtual environment;

[0062] Digital twin technology is a technology that creates virtual copies of real-world entities or systems to achieve interaction and feedback between the physical world and the virtual world. Digital twin technology consists of three key parts: physical entities, digital copies, and data connections.

[0063] Physical entities are objects in the real world. Various sensors and laser scanning devices are used to collect three-dimensional data of the real environment to build physical entities.

[0064] Use digital twin software to process the collected 3D data of the real environment to create an accurate virtual model, which is a digital copy of the real environment. Use digital twin technology and pre-collected 3D data of the real environment to build a digital twin model, add attribute information to the digital twin model, and add additional virtual elements to the virtual environment, such as hypothetical buildings, equipment, or simulated environmental conditions. Make the simulation in the virtual environment more realistic.

[0065] Furthermore, in order to build a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of real and virtual environments, the interaction and linkage between real and virtual elements in the mixed space is ensured to be accurate. The geometric structure in the real environment is mapped to the virtual environment to ensure that the digital twin model in the virtual environment corresponds to the position and size in the real world. At the same time, the sensor data in the real environment is transmitted to the virtual environment in real time to keep the virtual environment dynamically updated.

[0066] Step S20, deploying virtual network devices in the three-dimensional space;

[0067] Use 3D scanning technology to obtain the precise size and appearance of network equipment, use 3D modeling software Autodesk3ds Max to create a 3D model of the network equipment based on the scanned data, and add necessary details such as buttons, interfaces, labels, etc. to the model.

[0068] By simulating the functions of network devices in the virtualization platform, the software interface of the virtual device is mapped to the 3D model to ensure that the virtual operation is consistent with the appearance response of the model. Furthermore, a container is created in the virtualization platform, the simulation software is installed, the network settings, storage and operating system of the container are configured to make it as similar as possible to the real device, and the 3D model of the virtual device is imported into the 3D space and placed in the correct position to ensure that the position of the virtual device in the 3D space is consistent with the position of the network device in the real environment.

[0069] After deployment, test the virtual network devices to ensure that they work as expected, verify that communication between virtual network devices is smooth, and that the virtual network devices can process data and instructions correctly.

[0070] Step S30, designing an extended reality interaction mode according to the operation characteristics of the virtual network device;

[0071] List the main functions of virtual network devices, understand the configuration and operation process of virtual network devices, determine the goals of interaction design, and then design extended reality interaction methods. Extended reality interaction methods include gesture recognition, voice control interaction, visual feedback, virtual interface, etc.

[0072] Perform functional settings on the preliminary design prototype of the extended reality interaction method, observe the ease of use and efficiency of the interaction, and whether the XR device can correctly identify the extended reality interaction method and perform operations corresponding to the extended reality interaction method, and further optimize the design of the extended reality interaction method based on the test results.

[0073] Step S40: performing operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction mode.

[0074] Through different extended reality interaction methods, different operation and maintenance management operations are performed on virtual network devices to achieve complete network management and operation scenarios. In particular, for network operation and maintenance management scenarios with complex operations and obvious pain points, such as finding AP locations, editing switch configurations, and locating link faults, by performing operation and maintenance management operations on virtual network devices in three-dimensional space, operation and maintenance personnel can quickly complete various complex operation and maintenance tasks in a virtual environment, greatly improving operation and maintenance efficiency. The operating status of network devices is displayed in real time in three-dimensional space. When there is a problem with the operating status of network devices, the operation and maintenance personnel are notified through visual prompts in three-dimensional space, and combined with sound prompts to enhance the alarm effect.

[0075] After receiving the alarm prompt, the operation and maintenance personnel enter the three-dimensional space through the XR device. The XR device identifies the interaction method of the operation and maintenance personnel and performs operations corresponding to the interaction method on the virtual network device, thereby realizing the operation and maintenance management of the network equipment in the real environment. The virtual network device based on three-dimensional space provides an intuitive, interactive and secure platform, especially for network operation and maintenance management scenarios with complex operations and obvious pain points such as finding AP locations, editing switch configurations, and locating link faults. It greatly improves operating efficiency and realizes a complete network management and operation scenario. At the same time, through the three-dimensional space, the operation and maintenance personnel can realize the management and operation of network equipment without on-site inspections, thereby simplifying the complexity and learning cost of network equipment operation and maintenance management and achieving more intuitive visualization effects.

[0076] This embodiment provides a network equipment management method, which processes the collected real environment three-dimensional data through digital twin technology, constructs a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of real environment and virtual environment, deploys virtual network equipment that is consistent with the real network equipment configuration in the three-dimensional space, and adopts an extended reality interaction method, so that operation and maintenance personnel can interact with network equipment in the virtual environment in a natural and intuitive way, without the need for a complicated operation learning process. And because of the extended reality interaction method, the operation and maintenance personnel can operate and manage the virtual network equipment in the virtual three-dimensional space, thereby realizing the operation and maintenance management of the real network equipment. This operation reduces the complexity and risk in actual operation, simplifies the complexity and learning cost of network equipment operation and maintenance management, and achieves a more intuitive visualization effect.

[0077] Based on the first embodiment of the present application, the second embodiment of the present application is proposed. In the second embodiment of the present application, the same or similar contents as those of the above-mentioned embodiment 1 can be referred to the above introduction, and will not be repeated in the following.

[0078] On this basis, please refer to Figure 2 , Figure 2 A flowchart of a second embodiment of the network device management method provided in the present application.

[0079] In this embodiment, the step S10 of processing the collected real environment three-dimensional data by digital twin technology to construct a three-dimensional space mixed with the real environment and the virtual environment includes S101 to S104:

[0080] Step S101, collecting three-dimensional data of a real environment through laser scanning;

[0081] Select the appropriate laser scanning device, which can be a terrestrial laser scanner (TLS), a mobile laser scanning system (MLS), or an aerial laser scanning system (ALS), depending on the scanning range, accuracy requirements, and environmental conditions.

[0082] Before laser scanning, evaluate the scanning area to determine the scanning range, scanning point density, and scanning resolution. Arrange the scanning path and scanning sites to ensure the comprehensiveness and overlap of the scanned data for subsequent data processing and stitching. During the scanning process, the laser scanner will collect a large amount of point cloud data, each data point contains X, Y, Z coordinate information, and may include RGB color information. Ensure that the collected data covers the entire surface of the real environment, including buildings, terrain, vegetation, infrastructure, etc.

[0083] During the scanning process, monitor the data quality in real time to check for blind spots, data loss or abnormal points. If necessary, scan the scan area multiple times to improve the integrity and accuracy of the data. Store the collected 3D data in an appropriate format, such as LAS, PLY or XYZ, for subsequent processing and analysis. If the scanning site is far away from the data processing center, it is necessary to ensure the secure transmission of data.

[0084] It should be noted that the appropriate laser scanning mode should be selected according to the characteristics and accuracy requirements of the real environment scanning target, and the scanning resolution should be set according to the required accuracy to ensure that the entire scanning target is covered. Cover the entire scanning area from multiple angles to ensure that there is enough overlapping area between scanning sites for subsequent data processing.

[0085] Step S102, performing data cleaning and data integration on the three-dimensional data;

[0086] Data cleaning is to remove points in the 3D data that do not belong to the target area, and identify and remove noise points caused by scanner accuracy limitations or environmental factors. The 3D data after removing the noise points is converted into a unified coordinate system, and the angle deviation in the 3D data is adjusted to ensure the geometric accuracy of the data. The overlapping areas in the scanned data of multiple sites are matched to eliminate splicing errors and ensure the continuity and consistency of the data.

[0087] Furthermore, the cleaned and aligned data sets are merged into a single 3D model that contains all relevant spatial information. All data are converted into a unified format for subsequent processing and analysis. If the 3D data contains color, texture, or other attribute information, attribute fusion is performed on the 3D data to ensure that this information is correctly processed and fused during the integration process. Verify that the merged 3D model is complete without omissions or errors. Perform an accuracy assessment on the integrated data to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data. Integrate the 3D data after data cleaning and merge it with other relevant data (such as CAD drawings, terrain data, etc.) to establish the relationship between the data.

[0088] Step S103, constructing a three-dimensional structure model according to the three-dimensional data after data cleaning and data integration;

[0089] Import the 3D data after data cleaning and data integration into the modeling software. On the premise of ensuring the quality and accuracy of the point cloud data, use the surface reconstruction algorithm (such as surface triangulation, surface subdivision, etc.) to convert the point cloud data into a triangular mesh. Improve the accuracy and performance of the model by adjusting the mesh density and optimizing the mesh quality (such as reducing topological errors and improving mesh uniformity). Create surfaces based on the mesh data, including NURBS (non-uniform rational B-spline) surfaces, Bezier surfaces, etc. Use the surface editing tools to adjust the shape, size and position of the surface, and gradually build a 3D structure model.

[0090] Step S104, connecting the real environment with the three-dimensional structure model through the Internet of Things sensor to construct a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of the real environment and the virtual environment.

[0091] Receive environmental parameters detected by IoT sensors deployed in the real environment. The data collection frequency and accuracy should meet the requirements of hybrid 3D space construction. Before the data is transmitted to the 3D model, the sensor data is preprocessed, including data cleaning, format conversion, unit unification, etc., to ensure the quality and consistency of the data.

[0092] The environmental parameters are processed and analyzed, and the real-time data from the sensors are integrated with the three-dimensional structural model. The sensor data is mapped through the corresponding positions to ensure that the virtual environment in the model is synchronized with the real environment, thereby constructing a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of the real environment and the virtual environment.

[0093] In this embodiment, the three-dimensional data of the real environment of the mobile phone is scanned by laser, and a three-dimensional structure model is constructed after a series of data preprocessing of the three-dimensional data. The real environment is connected to the three-dimensional structure model through the Internet of Things sensor to construct a three-dimensional space mixed with the real environment and the virtual environment. By constructing a three-dimensional structure model, the operation and maintenance personnel can intuitively see the layout and connection method of the network equipment in the virtual environment, avoiding the complexity and confusion that may be encountered in the real environment. This visualization helps the operation and maintenance personnel to understand the network structure more quickly, thereby simplifying the complexity of operation and maintenance management. The virtual environment provides an operating interface that is highly consistent with the real environment, so that the operation and maintenance personnel can operate according to the operating habits in reality, without the need to learn complex operating procedures, thereby reducing the learning cost.

[0094] Based on the first embodiment and / or the second embodiment of the present application, the third embodiment of the present application is proposed. In the third embodiment of the present application, the same or similar contents as those of the above-mentioned embodiment 1 and / or embodiment 2 can be referred to the above introduction, and will not be repeated in the following.

[0095] On this basis, please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 3A flowchart of a third embodiment of the network device management method provided in the present application.

[0096] In this embodiment, the step S20 of deploying a virtual network device in the three-dimensional space may include steps S201 to S204:

[0097] Step S201, loading network device information;

[0098] Determine the source of network device information through device configuration files, network management system database, and the device's own management system (such as command line interface, Web interface), and use appropriate protocols and methods (such as SNMP, SSH, Telnet, API calls, etc.) to collect information from network devices. Format the collected data to ensure that it meets the data structure requirements of the management system.

[0099] Automatically load information from network devices regularly through scripts or automation tools. When needed, load information of specific devices through manual operation of administrators. Trigger reloading of information when the device status changes, such as device online, configuration changes, etc.

[0100] When the device status changes, such as when the device goes online or the configuration changes, the information is reloaded. The verification process includes checking the consistency of the data, verifying the legitimacy of the configuration, confirming the correctness of the device status, etc. The loaded network device information is stored in the database of the management system for subsequent query, analysis and processing. Ensure the security and reliability of the database to prevent data leakage or damage.

[0101] Step S202, collecting physical location data of network devices in a real environment;

[0102] Under the premise of ensuring that all network devices have unique identifiers, such as MAC addresses, serial numbers, or assigned device names, use the automatic discovery function of the network management system to identify devices and obtain their physical location information through network protocols (such as SNMP, LLDP, CDP, etc.). For network devices that support GPS, their geographic location data can be collected directly.

[0103] Furthermore, attach a tag with an RFID or QR code to the device and collect location information through a scanner. Alternatively, use an application on a mobile device to record the location by scanning the device tag or manually entering information; use a network scanning tool to map the physical location of the device by combining the IP address and MAC address. Collect the physical location data of the network device in the real environment to ensure that the virtual network device after network device virtualization maintains the actual location in the real environment.

[0104] Step S203, virtualizing the network device into a virtual network device according to the network device information;

[0105] Create a virtual machine template on the virtualization platform, which contains the hardware configuration and operating system settings of the network device. Based on the collected network device information, use the virtual machine template to quickly deploy new virtual machine instances, which will simulate the functions of real network devices. Install the software and configuration of network devices in the virtual machine, such as router software, firewall software, etc., to ensure that the virtual machine can simulate the functions of real network devices.

[0106] Step S204: deploy the virtual network device to the three-dimensional space according to the physical location data.

[0107] Deploy virtual network devices in three-dimensional space based on physical location data. The layout and functions of virtual network devices are consistent with those of network devices in the real environment. Test the functions of virtual network devices in a virtual environment to ensure that they can work properly and communicate with other virtual network devices.

[0108] Furthermore, the status and performance indicators of the virtual network devices are synchronized with the data of the real devices so as to simulate the real network environment in the virtual environment.

[0109] In this embodiment, by deploying virtual network devices that are consistent with the functions of the network devices in three-dimensional space, the virtual environment provides an operation interface that is highly consistent with the real environment, allowing operation and maintenance personnel to operate according to real-life operating habits without having to learn additional complex operating procedures, thereby reducing learning costs.

[0110] Based on the above-mentioned embodiments of the present application, a fourth embodiment of the present application is proposed. In the fourth embodiment of the present application, the same or similar contents as those of the above-mentioned embodiments can be referred to the above introduction and will not be repeated later.

[0111] On this basis, please refer to Figure 4 , Figure 4 A flowchart of a fourth embodiment of the network device management method provided in the present application.

[0112] In this embodiment, after the step S204 of deploying the virtual network device to the three-dimensional space according to the physical location data, the method further includes the step S205:

[0113] Step S205: Bind the virtual network device to the network device, and load key information of the network device.

[0114] First, identify the virtual network device and the physical network device through the device's MAC address, IP address, or other unique identifier. Through the management interface or command line interface, associate the configuration of the virtual network device with the interface of the physical network device to load key information. Among them, key information includes but is not limited to the device's configuration parameters, network interface status, hardware specifications, software version, security settings, etc. Collect the above key information from the actual network device through network protocols (such as SNMP, SSH, Netconf, etc.). Synchronize the collected data to the virtual network device to ensure that the information of the virtual device is consistent with the actual device.

[0115] Further, after the binding and information loading is completed, a verification step is performed to ensure that the virtual network device correctly reflects the status and configuration of the actual network device. Verification can be achieved by comparing the configuration information on the virtual device and the actual device, or by testing the operation response of the virtual device, or by sending test packets or checking the device status to verify whether the virtual network device is correctly associated with the physical network device.

[0116] Monitor the status changes of actual network devices in real time and regularly update the information of virtual network devices to keep data synchronized. Update the information of virtual devices in time when configuration changes, status updates or other important events occur on actual devices.

[0117] In this embodiment, by binding the virtual network device with the physical network device, the network function can be expanded without adding physical hardware. Since the virtual network device can be quickly configured and adjusted to adapt to the ever-changing network requirements, binding the virtual network device with the physical network device improves the flexibility and scalability of the network.

[0118] Based on the above-mentioned embodiments of the present application, a fifth embodiment of the present application is proposed. In the fifth embodiment of the present application, the same or similar contents as those of the above-mentioned embodiments can be referred to the above introduction and will not be repeated later.

[0119] In a first feasible implementation of this embodiment, the extended reality interaction method includes a gesture recognition method, and the step S40 of operating and maintaining the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction method includes steps S401 to S404:

[0120] Step S401, collecting gesture images;

[0121] XR devices use built-in cameras to collect high-resolution and frame-rate gesture images of users' operations and convert them into digital signals to capture image data of generated gestures.

[0122] Step S402, using a pre-built gesture tracking model algorithm to recognize the gesture image to obtain available gesture information;

[0123] The collected gesture images are preprocessed, including denoising, filtering, edge detection, etc., to improve image quality and gesture recognition accuracy. The collected gesture images are input into a pre-trained gesture tracking model, which analyzes the image data, identifies the type and features of the gesture, and outputs gesture information. The gesture information obtained includes but is not limited to the type, position, direction, and speed of the gesture.

[0124] It should be noted that the pre-trained gesture tracking model uses the self-attention transformer as the model framework, and uses a sample training dataset with a large amount of gesture data to train the self-attention transformer framework, and finally obtains the gesture tracking model.

[0125] Step S403, converting the available gesture information into a virtual network device control command through a pre-built gesture and operation logic mapping relationship;

[0126] According to the predefined gesture and operation logic mapping table, the recognized gesture information is mapped to specific operation commands. For example, a specific gesture may correspond to operations such as "start device", "stop device", "adjust settings", etc. The gesture information is converted into an instruction format that the virtual network device can understand.

[0127] It should be noted that the large amount of data contained in the sample gesture training data set is utilized, and data enhancement operation is performed on the sample gesture training data set to further increase the data volume. The operation logic is defined according to the sample gesture training data set after the data enhancement operation, and a mapping relationship between gestures and operation logic is constructed.

[0128] Step S404: performing operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device according to the virtual network device control command.

[0129] After receiving the virtual network device control command, the corresponding operation is performed according to the content of the virtual network device control command, such as configuration change, status monitoring, fault handling, etc. After the operation is performed, feedback information may be provided, such as operation results, device status update, etc., which can be fed back to the user in the form of vision, hearing or touch.

[0130] Taking the network operation and maintenance management scenario of finding the AP location as an example, the process of finding the AP location of a virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction method is described in detail:

[0131] First, the XR device loads a three-dimensional space containing virtual network devices, and the operation and maintenance personnel activate the AP search function through gestures; further, the XR device collects the operation and maintenance personnel's gesture information, continuously scans and analyzes the surrounding wireless signal strength, and displays the invisible wireless signal strength changes to the operation and maintenance personnel in a visual manner, and generates a navigation path in the virtual three-dimensional space according to the changes in wireless signal strength. When the operation and maintenance personnel approach the target AP location, instruction information is superimposed to instruct the operation and maintenance personnel; finally, the operation and maintenance personnel confirm the AP location and whether the AP search is correct by viewing the detailed information of the AP in the three-dimensional space, such as configuration parameters, signal strength, connected clients, etc. If necessary, the AP can be restarted or configured in the three-dimensional space, and potential installation points can be checked.

[0132] In this embodiment, gesture interaction is used to improve the convenience and efficiency of operations. Especially for operation and maintenance management scenarios with complex operations such as AP search, operation and maintenance personnel can directly perform operation and maintenance management on virtual network devices in a virtual three-dimensional space, thereby realizing operation and maintenance management of real network devices, reducing the complexity and risks in actual operations, simplifying the complexity and learning cost of network equipment operation and maintenance management, and achieving more intuitive visualization effects.

[0133] Specifically, in a second feasible implementation of this embodiment, the extended reality interaction method further includes an eye tracking method, and the step S40 of operating and maintaining the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction method may include steps A401 to A403:

[0134] Step A401, using a feature extraction algorithm to extract eye features of a pre-captured user eye image, and determine an eye movement trajectory;

[0135] The camera of the XR device captures the user's eye image, usually using infrared light or other technologies to ensure accurate capture even in low-light environments. Feature extraction algorithms are applied to identify key feature points of the eye, such as the center of the pupil, the corner of the eye, etc. Image processing techniques (such as edge detection, region growing, etc.) are used to identify and locate eye features. The movement trajectory of the eye is calculated and determined based on the changes in the position of feature points in consecutive frames. The movement trajectory includes the movement of the eye in the horizontal and vertical directions, as well as possible rotation.

[0136] Step A402, converting the eye movement trajectory into a virtual device control command;

[0137] The calculated eye movement trajectory is smoothed to eliminate noise and outliers, and the smoothed eye movement trajectory is analyzed to evaluate the eye movement pattern and regularity. The eye movement trajectory is mapped to a specific control command according to a pre-defined eye movement trajectory and operation logic mapping table. For example, looking up may correspond to "select the previous option", and looking down may correspond to "select the next option". The eye movement trajectory is converted into an instruction format that can be understood by the virtual network device.

[0138] Step A403: Perform operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device according to the virtual device control command.

[0139] After receiving the control command, the corresponding operation is performed according to the content of the command. After the operation is performed, feedback is provided to the user to confirm that the command has been executed and the operation result or device status is displayed. Taking the link troubleshooting network operation and maintenance management scenario as an example, the process of link troubleshooting for virtual network devices based on the extended reality interaction method is described in detail:

[0140] First, the eye movement trajectory is determined through the user's eye image features, and different virtual device control commands are generated based on the eye movement trajectory, for example: the link troubleshooting function is activated through the eye movement trajectory of the open eyes; further, the XR device begins to continuously collect the eye movement trajectory of the operation and maintenance personnel, and displays the scanned link signal strength to the operation and maintenance personnel in a visual manner according to the control command. The operation and maintenance personnel can see the status of the link in the virtual three-dimensional space. According to the change of link signal strength, the XR device generates a navigation path in the virtual three-dimensional space. When the operation and maintenance personnel approach the target link location, the XR device superimposes indication information in the real world, such as arrows, labels or highlights. In addition, the operation and maintenance personnel can simulate link failures in the XR environment to observe the overall response and potential impact of the network. When a link fails, fault handling operations can be performed in the three-dimensional space, such as restarting the device, replacing components, or adjusting the configuration.

[0141] In this embodiment, eye tracking provides a non-invasive interactive method, and the user can control the device without physical action. Since eye movements are usually fast and instinctive, it can provide instant interactive response and improve operational efficiency. For network operation and maintenance management scenarios with complex operations such as link troubleshooting, it provides instant interactive response and improves operational efficiency, allowing operation and maintenance personnel to operate and manage virtual network devices in a virtual three-dimensional space, thereby realizing the operation and maintenance of real network devices. This operation reduces the complexity and risk in actual operations, simplifies the complexity and learning cost of network equipment operation and maintenance management, and achieves a more intuitive visualization effect.

[0142] Specifically, in a third feasible implementation of this embodiment, the extended reality interaction mode further includes a controller operation mode, and the step S40 of operating and maintaining the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction mode may include steps B401 to B403,

[0143] Step B401, collecting user operation data through built-in sensors;

[0144] Built-in sensors include accelerometers, gyroscopes, touchpads, buttons, position sensors, etc., which are used to collect user operation data and transmit the collected data to the processor of the XR device or the connected control system for processing.

[0145] Step B402, identifying a virtual device control command according to the user operation data;

[0146] First, it is necessary to determine the appropriate built-in sensor type based on the possible operation data of the user, such as accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, humidity sensor, temperature sensor, etc., and set the sensitivity and sampling rate of the sensor to meet the requirements of data collection. The collected raw data needs to be processed to extract useful information. The processor parses the received operation data to identify the user's intention and action. The parsed operation data is mapped to predefined control commands. For example, a certain operation data may correspond to "grabbing" or "placing" a virtual object.

[0147] Step B403: Perform operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device according to the virtual device control command.

[0148] After receiving the control command, the user operation data is mapped with the predefined control command to determine the specific control command corresponding to each operation, such as configuration adjustment, performance monitoring, troubleshooting, etc. After the operation is executed, the system will feedback the result to the user in visual, auditory or other forms so that the user can understand the impact of the operation and the status of the device.

[0149] Taking the network operation and maintenance management scenario of editing switch configuration as an example, the operation process of editing switch configuration of virtual network devices based on XR interaction is described in detail:

[0150] First, in the three-dimensional space loaded by the XR device, the operation and maintenance personnel view the virtual network devices deployed in the three-dimensional space, select the virtual switch that needs to be edited, and use the XR controller to move the position, switch the perspective, operate the function, and other actions to access the switch configuration interface and edit the switch configuration parameters, such as setting VLAN, port mirroring, access control list (ACL), etc. When editing the configuration, the XR application displays a preview of the configuration changes in real time, and the operation and maintenance personnel can check whether the configuration is correct. The operation and maintenance personnel can verify the configuration changes through simulation tests in the virtual environment to ensure that they will not cause network problems.

[0151] In this embodiment, through the built-in sensors, users can interact with virtual network devices more intuitively, improving the intuitiveness and efficiency of operations. Combining different sensor data, multi-modal control can be achieved, providing users with a richer and more flexible interaction method. Sensors can provide accurate operation data, allowing users to perform sophisticated operation and maintenance management operations. The operation and maintenance of real network devices is achieved, which reduces the complexity and risks in actual operations, simplifies the complexity and learning cost of network device operation and maintenance management, and achieves a more intuitive visualization effect.

[0152] This application also provides a network device management device, please refer to Figure 5 , the network equipment management device comprises:

[0153] The three-dimensional space construction module 10 is used to process the collected three-dimensional data of the real environment through the digital twin technology to construct a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of the real environment and the virtual environment;

[0154] The digital twin model is constructed through digital twin technology and pre-collected real environment 3D data, and attribute information is added to the digital twin model to make the simulation in the virtual environment more realistic. The geometric structure in the real environment is mapped to the virtual environment to ensure that the digital twin model in the virtual environment corresponds to the position and size in the real world. At the same time, the sensor data in the real environment is transmitted to the virtual environment in real time to keep the virtual environment dynamically updated.

[0155] A network virtual device deployment module 20, used to deploy virtual network devices in the three-dimensional space;

[0156] Use 3D scanning technology to obtain the precise size and appearance of network equipment, use 3D modeling software Autodesk3ds Max to create a 3D model of the network equipment based on the scanned data, and add necessary details such as buttons, interfaces, labels, etc. to the model.

[0157] By simulating the functions of network devices in the virtualization platform, the software interface of the virtual device is mapped to the 3D model to ensure that the virtual operation is consistent with the appearance response of the model. Furthermore, a container is created in the virtualization platform, the simulation software is installed, the network settings, storage and operating system of the container are configured to make it as similar as possible to the real device, and the 3D model of the virtual device is imported into the 3D space and placed in the correct position to ensure that the position of the virtual device in the 3D space is consistent with the position of the network device in the real environment.

[0158] An extended reality interaction mode design module 30, used to design an extended reality interaction mode according to the operation characteristics of the virtual network device;

[0159] List the main functions of virtual network devices, understand the configuration and operation process of virtual network devices, determine the goals of interaction design, and then design extended reality interaction methods. Extended reality interaction methods include gesture recognition, voice control interaction, visual feedback, virtual interface, etc.

[0160] The operation and maintenance management module 40 is used to perform operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction mode.

[0161] Through different extended reality interaction methods, different operation and maintenance management operations are performed on virtual network devices to achieve complete network management and operation scenarios. In particular, for network operation and maintenance management scenarios with complex operations and obvious pain points, such as finding AP locations, editing switch configurations, and locating link faults, by performing operation and maintenance management operations on virtual network devices in three-dimensional space, operation and maintenance personnel can quickly complete various complex operation and maintenance tasks in a virtual environment, greatly improving operation and maintenance efficiency. The operating status of network devices is displayed in real time in three-dimensional space. When there is a problem with the operating status of network devices, the operation and maintenance personnel are notified through visual prompts in three-dimensional space, and combined with sound prompts to enhance the alarm effect.

[0162] The network device management device provided by the present application adopts the network device management method in the above embodiment to solve the technical problems of network device management. Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the network device management device provided by the present application are the same as the beneficial effects of the network device management method provided by the above embodiment, and other technical features in the network device management device are the same as the features disclosed in the above embodiment method, which will not be repeated here.

[0163] The present application provides a network device management device, which includes: at least one processor; and a memory that is communicatively connected to the at least one processor; wherein the memory stores instructions that can be executed by the at least one processor, and the instructions are executed by the at least one processor so that the at least one processor can execute the network device management method in the above-mentioned embodiment one.

[0164] Reference below Figure 6 , which shows a schematic diagram of the structure of a network device management device suitable for implementing an embodiment of the present application. The network device management device in the embodiment of the present application may include but is not limited to mobile terminals such as mobile phones, laptop computers, digital broadcast receivers, PDAs (Personal Digital Assistants), PADs (Portable Application Descriptions), PMPs (Portable Media Players), vehicle-mounted terminals (such as vehicle-mounted navigation terminals), etc., and fixed terminals such as digital TVs, desktop computers, etc. Figure 6 The network device management device shown is merely an example and should not bring any limitation to the functions and scope of use of the embodiments of the present application.

[0165] like Figure 6 As shown, the network device management device may include a processing device 1001 (e.g., a central processing unit, a graphics processor, etc.), which can perform various appropriate actions and processes according to a program stored in a read-only memory (ROM: Read Only Memory) 1002 or a program loaded from a storage device 1003 to a random access memory (RAM: Random Access Memory) 1004. In RAM1004, various programs and data required for the operation of the network device management device are also stored. The processing device 1001, ROM1002, and RAM1004 are connected to each other through a bus 1005. An input / output (I / O) interface 1006 is also connected to the bus. Generally, the following systems can be connected to the I / O interface 1006: an input device 1007 including, for example, a touch screen, a touch pad, a keyboard, a mouse, an image sensor, a microphone, an accelerometer, a gyroscope, etc.; an output device 1008 including, for example, a liquid crystal display (LCD: Liquid Crystal Display), a speaker, a vibrator, etc.; a storage device 1003 including, for example, a magnetic tape, a hard disk, etc.; and a communication device 1009. The communication device 1009 can allow the network device management device to communicate with other devices wirelessly or by wire to exchange data. Although the figure shows a network device management device with various systems, it should be understood that it is not required to implement or have all the systems shown. More or fewer systems can be implemented or have alternatively.

[0166] In particular, according to the embodiments disclosed in the present application, the process described above with reference to the flowchart can be implemented as a computer software program. For example, the embodiments disclosed in the present application include a computer program product, which includes a computer program carried on a computer-readable medium, and the computer program includes a program code for executing the method shown in the flowchart. In such an embodiment, the computer program can be downloaded and installed from a network through a communication device, or installed from a storage device 1003, or installed from a ROM 1002. When the computer program is executed by the processing device 1001, the above-mentioned functions defined in the method of the embodiment disclosed in the present application are executed.

[0167] The network device management device provided by the present application adopts the network device management method in the above embodiment to solve the technical problems of network device management. Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the network device management device provided by the present application are the same as the beneficial effects of the network device management method provided by the above embodiment, and other technical features in the network device management device are the same as the features disclosed in the method of the previous embodiment, which will not be repeated here.

[0168] It should be understood that the various parts disclosed in this application can be implemented by hardware, software, firmware or a combination thereof. In the description of the above embodiments, specific features, structures, materials or characteristics can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner.

[0169] The above is only a specific implementation of the present application, but the protection scope of the present application is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art who is familiar with the present technical field can easily think of changes or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in the present application, which should be included in the protection scope of the present application. Therefore, the protection scope of the present application should be based on the protection scope of the claims.

[0170] The present application provides a computer-readable storage medium having computer-readable program instructions (ie, computer programs) stored thereon, and the computer-readable program instructions are used to execute the network device management method in the above-mentioned embodiment.

[0171] The computer-readable storage medium provided in the present application may be, for example, a USB flash drive, but is not limited to electrical, magnetic, optical, electromagnetic, infrared, or semiconductor systems, systems or devices, or any combination of the above. More specific examples of computer-readable storage media may include, but are not limited to: an electrical connection with one or more wires, a portable computer disk, a hard disk, a random access memory (RAM), a read-only memory (ROM), an erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM or flash memory), an optical fiber, a portable compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM), an optical storage device, a magnetic storage device, or any suitable combination of the above. In this embodiment, the computer-readable storage medium may be any tangible medium containing or storing a program that can be used by or in combination with an instruction execution system, system or device. The program code contained on the computer-readable storage medium may be transmitted using any appropriate medium, including but not limited to: wires, optical cables, RF (Radio Frequency), etc., or any suitable combination of the above.

[0172] The computer-readable storage medium may be included in the network device management device; or may exist independently without being installed in the network device management device.

[0173] The above-mentioned computer-readable storage medium carries one or more programs. When the above-mentioned one or more programs are executed by the network device management device, the network device management device: processes the collected three-dimensional data of the real environment through the digital twin technology to construct a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of the real environment and the virtual environment; deploys virtual network devices in the three-dimensional space; designs an extended reality interaction method according to the operating characteristics of the virtual network device; and performs operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction method.

[0174] Computer program code for performing the operations of the present application may be written in one or more programming languages ​​or a combination thereof, including object-oriented programming languages ​​such as Java, Smalltalk, C++, and conventional procedural programming languages ​​such as "C" or similar programming languages. The program code may be executed entirely on the user's computer, partially on the user's computer, as a separate software package, partially on the user's computer and partially on a remote computer, or entirely on a remote computer or server. In the case of a remote computer, the remote computer may be connected to the user's computer through any type of network, including a local area network (LAN) or a wide area network (WAN), or may be connected to an external computer (e.g., via the Internet using an Internet service provider).

[0175] The flow chart and block diagram in the accompanying drawings illustrate the possible architecture, function and operation of the system, method and computer program product according to various embodiments of the present application. In this regard, each square box in the flow chart or block diagram can represent a module, a program segment or a part of a code, and the module, the program segment or a part of the code contains one or more executable instructions for realizing the specified logical function. It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions marked in the square box can also occur in a sequence different from that marked in the accompanying drawings. For example, two square boxes represented in succession can actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they can sometimes be executed in the opposite order, depending on the functions involved. It should also be noted that each square box in the block diagram and / or flow chart, and the combination of the square boxes in the block diagram and / or flow chart can be implemented with a dedicated hardware-based system that performs a specified function or operation, or can be implemented with a combination of dedicated hardware and computer instructions.

[0176] The modules involved in the embodiments described in this application may be implemented by software or hardware, wherein the name of the module does not constitute a limitation on the unit itself in some cases.

[0177] The readable storage medium provided in the present application is a computer-readable storage medium, which stores computer-readable program instructions (i.e., computer programs) for executing the above-mentioned network device management method, and can solve the technical problems of network device management. Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the computer-readable storage medium provided in the present application are the same as the beneficial effects of the network device management method provided in the above-mentioned embodiment, and will not be described in detail here.

[0178] The present application also provides a computer program product, including a computer program, which implements the steps of the above-mentioned network device management method when executed by a processor.

[0179] The computer program product provided by this application can solve the technical problem of network device management. Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the computer program product provided by this application are the same as the beneficial effects of the network device management method provided by the above embodiment, which will not be repeated here.

[0180] The above descriptions are only some embodiments of the present application, and are not intended to limit the patent scope of the present application. All equivalent structural changes made using the contents of the present application specification and drawings under the technical concept of the present application, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields are included in the patent protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A network device management method, characterized in that: The method comprises: The collected three-dimensional data of the real environment is processed through digital twin technology to construct a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of the real environment and the virtual environment; Deploying virtual network devices in the three-dimensional space; Designing an extended reality interaction method according to the operating characteristics of the virtual network device; The virtual network device is operated and managed based on the extended reality interaction mode.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that The steps of processing the collected real environment three-dimensional data by digital twin technology to construct a three-dimensional space mixed with the real environment and the virtual environment include: Collect 3D data of the real environment through laser scanning; Performing data cleaning and data integration on the three-dimensional data; Constructing a three-dimensional structural model based on the three-dimensional data after data cleaning and data integration; The real environment is connected to the three-dimensional structure model through the Internet of Things sensor to construct a three-dimensional space that is a mixture of the real environment and the virtual environment.

3. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that The step of deploying a virtual network device in the three-dimensional space comprises: Load network device information; Collect data about the physical location of network devices in real environments; virtualizing the network device into a virtual network device according to the network device information; The virtual network device is deployed in the three-dimensional space according to the physical location data.

4. The method according to claim 3, characterized in that After the step of deploying the virtual network device to the three-dimensional space according to the physical location data, the step further includes: The virtual network device is bound to the network device, and key information of the network device is loaded.

5. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that The extended reality interaction method includes a gesture recognition method, and the step of performing operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction method includes: Collecting gesture images; Using a pre-built gesture tracking model algorithm to recognize the gesture image to obtain available gesture information; Converting the available gesture information into a virtual network device control command through a pre-built gesture and operation logic mapping relationship; The virtual network device is operated and managed according to the virtual network device control command.

6. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that Before the step of using a pre-built gesture tracking model algorithm to recognize the gesture image to obtain available gesture information, the step further includes: Get a sample gesture training dataset; According to the sample gesture training data set, a self-attention transformer framework is trained to obtain a gesture tracking model algorithm; Performing a data enhancement operation on the sample gesture training data set; The operation logic is defined according to the sample gesture training data set after data enhancement, and a mapping relationship between gestures and operation logic is constructed.

7. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that The extended reality interaction method further includes an eye tracking method, and the step of performing operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction method includes: Extract eye features of a pre-captured user eye image using a feature extraction algorithm and determine an eye movement trajectory; Converting the eye movement trajectory into a virtual device control command; The virtual network device is operated and maintained according to the virtual device control command.

8. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that The extended reality interaction mode also includes a controller operation mode, and the step of performing operation and maintenance management on the virtual network device based on the extended reality interaction mode includes: Collect user operation data through built-in sensors; Identify a virtual device control command according to the user operation data; The virtual network device is operated and maintained according to the virtual device control command.

9. A storage medium, characterized in that: The storage medium is a computer-readable storage medium, and a computer program is stored on the storage medium. When the computer program is executed by a processor, the steps of the network device management method according to any one of claims 1 to 8 are implemented.

10. A computer program product, characterized in that The computer program product comprises a computer program, and when the computer program is executed by a processor, the steps of the network device management method according to any one of claims 1 to 8 are implemented.

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