5G In-Residence Router Location Optimization

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current systems for mobile device refurbishment and data transfer are inefficient, requiring multiple manual steps, leading to errors and high costs, and struggle with data transfer between different phone models and in-building 5G signal propagation.

Innovation Solution

A system and method for parallel connection and testing of multiple mobile devices, automated data transfer without client software pre-installation, and simulation of human touch for diagnostics, along with a 5G signal detection and routing optimization using a processor and storage medium for efficient data management and device evaluation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If manual data transfer processes are used between phones, then data can be transferred between different phone models, but the process is cumbersome and creates data bottlenecks at service stations

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata transfer compatibilityVSAvoiddata transfer efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extracts the data transfer functionality from manual service station processes and implements it directly in mobile devices through peer-to-peer communication. The system removes the intermediary service station from the data transfer path, allowing phones to transfer data directly to each other, thereby eliminating the data bottleneck at service stations while maintaining compatibility across different phone models.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a standardized data transfer protocol as an intermediary layer that enables communication between different phone models without requiring manual configuration. This protocol acts as a universal mediator that translates between different phone systems, maintaining adaptability while automating the process and improving efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Reliability

If multiple manual testing steps are performed on mobile devices, then device functionality can be evaluated, but the process requires significant manual interaction and is prone to errors

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedevice evaluation accuracyVSAvoidtesting process simplicity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements self-service automated testing where the mobile device performs its own diagnostic evaluations without requiring manual operator intervention. The system automatically executes test sequences, collects performance data, and generates evaluation reports, thereby eliminating manual errors while maintaining comprehensive device functionality assessment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent incorporates real-time feedback mechanisms during the testing process where the system automatically adjusts test parameters based on initial results and provides immediate evaluation feedback. This closed-loop feedback system ensures accurate device evaluation while reducing manual intervention, as the system self-corrects and optimizes the testing process based on observed device responses.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Adaptability or versatility

If 5G in-residence routers are deployed without optimization, then 5G signal can be provided inside buildings, but signal propagation efficiency varies by location

Engineering Contradiction:
Improve5G signal coverageVSAvoidsignal propagation efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent performs preliminary site survey and signal propagation analysis before deploying 5G in-residence routers. The system pre-calculates optimal router locations and configuration parameters based on building characteristics, ensuring efficient signal propagation from the start. This preliminary optimization prevents the need for subsequent repositioning and maximizes signal coverage efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements location-specific optimization where the 5G router configuration is tailored to the specific physical characteristics of each room or area within a building. The system adjusts transmission power, antenna orientation, and frequency selection based on local environmental factors such as wall materials, room layout, and interference sources, thereby maximizing signal propagation efficiency for each specific location.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Data Source

PatentUS11832113B2System and method for identifying best location for 5G in-residence router location
Publication Date: 2023.11.28 FUTURE DIAL
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  • US11832113B2 patent drawing
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AI summary

Disclosed are devices and methods for displaying optimal locations for telecommunications equipment. In one embodiment, a method comprises simultaneously recording video footage and wireless signal strengths of a respective room in a plurality of rooms; storing the video footage and wireless signal strengths in a database; accessing the database and analyzing whether the video footage and wireless signal strengths include useful information; displaying one or more locations for telecommunications equipment on a floor plan of the respective room if the video footage and wireless signal strengths include useful information; and transmitting the video footage and wireless signal strengths to a technician if the video footage and wireless signal strengths do not include useful information.