Adaptive OS Mode Selection via Trigger Signal

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing devices and methods for switching operating systems in communication networks are inflexible and difficult to customize, especially when switching between established technical standards, limiting efficiency and flexibility.

Innovation Solution

A method for selecting an operating mode of an operating system hosted by a single chip in a data carrier based on a secure element, where a trigger signal is transmitted to the operating system to select and operate in a corresponding mode, allowing for flexible customization and adaptation to different technical specifications and standards.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If operating systems are switched between different technical standards, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadaptability to technical standardsVSAvoiddevice complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a universal operating system framework that can operate in multiple modes (first operating system mode and second operating system mode) to support different technical standards (e.g., GSMA SGP.02, SGP.22, SGP.32). This multi-functional design allows a single device to adapt to various standards without requiring separate dedicated systems for each standard, thereby improving adaptability while managing device complexity through unified architecture.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs dynamic mode switching between different operating system modes based on received trigger signals. The operating system can dynamically transition between first and second operating system modes depending on the technical standard requirements, enabling flexible adaptation to different standards while maintaining a single underlying system structure, thus balancing adaptability with controlled complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If operating systems are customized for different technical standards, then adaptability is improved, but ease of manufacture worsens

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecustomization flexibilityVSAvoidtechnical effort for customization
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The patent pre-configures the operating system with multiple operating system modes and corresponding configuration files during the manufacturing process. Different technical standard implementations are prepared in advance as selectable modes, allowing the device to be customized for specific standards through simple mode selection rather than complex post-manufacturing modifications. This preliminary preparation significantly reduces the technical effort required for customization while maintaining high adaptability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent enables customization by changing operational parameters (operating system modes) rather than modifying the physical device structure. By switching between pre-defined operating system modes with different configuration parameters, the device can be adapted to various technical standards without requiring complex manufacturing processes or hardware modifications, thus improving ease of manufacture while maintaining customization flexibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentEP4564162A1Adaptive eos
Publication Date: 2025.06.04 GIESECKE DEVRIENT MOBILE SECURITY GERMANY GMBH
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AI summary

The present disclosure refers to a method of selecting an operating mode (34) of an operating system (24) of a data carrier (22), wherein said data carrier (22) is based on a secure element (23) and said operating system (24) is hosted by a single chip (26) of said data carrier (22), wherein said data carrier (22) is comprised by an electronic device (20) used for communication with at least one communication network (12; 14), said method comprising: transmitting a trigger signal (28) to the operating system (24) of the data carrier (22) via the electronic device (20); selection of an operating mode (34) of the operating system (24) corresponding to said trigger signal (28); operating the operating system (24) in the selected operating mode (34). The present disclosure further refers to a corresponding system (10), computer program (24; 36), data carrier (22) and electronic device (20).