Wireless Access Point Dynamic Range Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional wireless access points cause interference and security risks due to large coverage areas and slower data transmission rates, leading to increased power consumption and reduced network performance.
Innovation Solution
Implementing an access point controller with detection and adjusting logic in handheld devices to dynamically adjust transmission range and rate based on the distance of connected wireless stations, reducing interference and power usage while maintaining effective communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If conventional wireless access points transmit signals within large footprints to provide maximum coverage, then coverage area is improved, but interference with neighboring access points increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic adjustment of transmission parameters (rate and power) based on real-time detection of connected wireless stations. The access point continuously monitors the number of connected stations and adjusts its transmission footprint accordingly, transitioning from a static large coverage mode to a dynamic adaptive mode that reduces interference when fewer stations are connected.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes transmission parameters (rate and power) based on the number of connected wireless stations. When fewer stations are connected, the access point increases transmission rate and adjusts power levels, effectively changing the physical parameters of signal transmission to reduce footprint and interference while maintaining adequate coverage for the current number of users.
2Length of stationary object
If conventional wireless access points maintain slower data transmission rates compatible with longer transmission ranges, then transmission range is improved, but network performance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The access point dynamically adjusts transmission rate based on the number of connected wireless stations. When fewer stations are connected, the system switches to higher transmission rates that were previously unavailable, thereby improving network performance while maintaining adequate transmission range for the current user load.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements parameter changes by switching between different transmission rates based on the number of connected stations. This allows the access point to operate at optimal speeds for the current network conditions rather than being constrained to slower rates required for maximum range coverage.
3Area of stationary object
If conventional wireless access points use large transmission footprints, then coverage is improved, but power consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The access point implements dynamic power adjustment based on the number of connected wireless stations. When fewer stations are connected, the system reduces transmission power while maintaining adequate coverage, thereby reducing energy consumption without sacrificing necessary coverage area.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes power transmission parameters based on network conditions. By adjusting power levels according to the number of connected stations, the access point optimizes energy usage while maintaining sufficient coverage area for the current user load.
4Length of stationary object
If conventional wireless access points maintain long transmission ranges, then coverage is improved, but security risks increase
Solution Approach 1:
The access point dynamically adjusts transmission range based on the number of connected wireless stations. When fewer stations are connected, the system reduces transmission range to minimize the airspace exposed to potential security threats while maintaining adequate coverage for current users.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements parameter changes in transmission range based on network conditions. By reducing the transmission footprint when fewer users are connected, the access point limits the exposure area to security risks while maintaining necessary coverage for the current number of users.
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AI summary
Systems, methods, and other embodiments associated with controlling a wireless access point are described. According to one embodiment, an access point controller is configured to control a wireless access point. In one embodiment, the access point controller includes a detection logic configured to determine whether a wireless station that is wirelessly communicating with the wireless access point is within a predetermined distance to the wireless access point. In one embodiment, the wireless access point is configured to transmit signals at a first transmission rate within a first transmission range. The access point controller also includes an adjusting logic configured to in response to the wireless station being within the predetermined distance to the wireless access point, reduce the first transmission range of the wireless access point to a second transmission range by increasing the first transmission rate of the wireless access point to a second transmission rate.