Ad-hoc Wireless Relay Placement for Link Integrity
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Solution Overview
Problem
High bandwidth wireless networks face challenges in maintaining range and integrity due to the decrease in signal range as bandwidth increases, requiring additional relays and optimal placement within ad-hoc networks, especially in home and business settings.
Innovation Solution
A computational unit and database system determines the best placement of new relays with multiple transceivers, integrated into power outlets, to enhance link integrity by identifying weak points and adding relays as needed, using existing power outlets and communication protocols to configure and manage the network.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If bandwidth is increased to provide high bandwidth interfaces, then data transfer capability is improved, but signal range decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the wireless network into multiple segments by introducing relays that act as intermediate nodes. Each relay receives high bandwidth signals from one segment and retransmits them to another segment, allowing the network to maintain high bandwidth capability across extended ranges by segmenting the overall communication path into manageable hops.
2Area of stationary object
If relays are added to extend network range, then signal coverage is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service through automated relay placement using computational units that analyze network conditions and automatically determine optimal locations for new relays. The system queries databases about existing relays and power outlets, performs calculations to identify best placement locations, and configures new relays automatically, eliminating the need for manual intervention and reducing operational complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes computational units to dynamically adjust network parameters such as relay placement locations, transmission power levels, and routing paths based on real-time network conditions. By changing these parameters adaptively, the system optimizes network performance without requiring fixed complex configurations.
3Use of energy by moving object
If relays are placed near power sources, then energy supply is improved, but placement flexibility is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary action by pre-mapping all available power outlets and their locations in the database before relay placement is needed. When a new relay must be added, the system queries this pre-existing database to identify suitable power outlet locations, eliminating the need for real-time power availability checks and simplifying the placement decision process.
Data Source
AI summary
Several transceivers can be combined together to form a relay which can be used to form an ad-hoc network. A computation unit within the ad-hoc network determines the best placement of a new relay to improve the link integrity of the network. Furthermore, a database of power outlets, their locations and whether they contain a relay or not can be utilized to determine a method to improve the links within the ad-hoc network by placing additional relays into unused power outlets. A control unit can be used to configure the transceivers of each relay to enhance data transfer within a given information flow path of the ad-hoc network. The stream of bits can be exchanged with a second stream of bits. The housing unit can also contain the power plugs molded into the unit to allow the unit to be easily inserted into an AC power wall outlet.