Access Point Device Wakeup Mode Power Management
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Solution Overview
Problem
Wireless network devices, particularly access points, face challenges in maintaining operational readiness while minimizing power consumption to extend battery life, especially in scenarios with periods of inactivity.
Innovation Solution
An access point device transitions from a low power standby mode to an operational mode upon detecting a wireless communication signal from a client device, using a content streaming device with a wireless module, controller, and data storage, allowing it to service the signal without manual intervention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the access point device operates continuously in operational mode to maintain network connectivity and quick responsiveness, then the reliability and responsiveness are improved, but the power consumption increases and battery life decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The access point device dynamically transitions between operational mode and low power standby mode based on network activity conditions. The system adjusts its operational state in real-time, switching to standby during inactivity periods and returning to operational mode upon detecting wireless signals, thereby optimizing the balance between reliability and power consumption
Solution Approach 2:
The access point employs periodic monitoring of wireless signals to determine when to transition between operational and standby modes. By using inactivity timers and periodic signal detection, the system creates a rhythm of active and dormant periods that maintains network responsiveness while minimizing overall power consumption
2Duration of action of moving object
If the access point device transitions to low power standby mode during inactivity to reduce power consumption, then the battery life is extended, but the responsiveness to client requests decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The access point maintains preliminary readiness by keeping the wireless communication interface in a low-power listening state even when in standby mode. This preliminary monitoring capability allows the device to detect incoming signals quickly and transition back to operational mode without significant delay, thus preserving responsiveness while maintaining power savings
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses an intermediary inactivity timer mechanism that mediates between the standby mode activation and full operational mode restoration. The timer provides a buffer period that allows quick wake-up responses while preventing premature transitions, effectively managing the trade-off between battery life and responsiveness
3Speed
If the access point device maintains full operational mode to ensure quick responsiveness to client requests, then the responsiveness is improved, but the power consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The access point device segments its operational components into different power states. The wireless communication interface is separated from other system components and can operate in a low-power monitoring state independently, allowing the device to maintain basic responsiveness while consuming less power. Other components are activated only when needed during full operational mode
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AI summary
Method and apparatus for communicating over a wireless network. In accordance with some embodiments, an access point (AP) device is provided that is capable of transitioning from a low power standby mode to an operational mode responsive to receipt of a wireless communication signal from a client device coupled to the AP device.