Wireless Communication Awake-Mode Capability Switching for Power Saving
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current power save modes in communication devices are inflexible and do not effectively adapt to varying communication capabilities, leading to inefficient power consumption.
Innovation Solution
Introduce a first operating mode that allows communication devices to perform in different capability modes while awake, enabling them to select the appropriate mode based on situational needs, thereby enhancing power savings without compromising communication capabilities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Use of energy by moving object
If a power save mode is introduced to reduce power consumption, then power consumption is reduced, but the operation flexibility and communication capability adaptation are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by enabling the communication device to dynamically switch between different capability modes (first capability mode and second capability mode) while in the awake state. The device can adapt its communication capabilities in real-time based on current needs, selecting from multiple operational configurations rather than being fixed in a single power save mode. This dynamic adaptability resolves the contradiction by allowing both power saving and flexible communication capability adjustment.
2Use of energy by moving object
If a fixed power save mode is used, then power consumption is reduced, but the ability to adapt to different communication situations is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The system transitions from a static power save mode to a dynamic multi-mode capability framework. The communication device can switch between different capability modes during the awake state, allowing flexible adaptation to varying communication requirements while maintaining power save benefits. This resolves the contradiction between fixed power saving and operational flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the operational parameters by introducing multiple capability modes with different communication capabilities. The device can adjust its operational parameters (such as transmission power, data rate, or protocol configuration) by selecting different capability modes, thereby achieving both power saving and operational flexibility through parameter variation rather than fixed mode operation.
3Productivity
If communication capabilities are maintained at high level, then communication performance is improved, but power consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device dynamically adjusts its communication capabilities by switching between capability modes based on actual communication needs. When high performance is required, it can activate a first capability mode with full communication capabilities; when performance requirements are lower, it can switch to a second capability mode with reduced capabilities and lower power consumption. This dynamic adjustment resolves the contradiction between communication performance and power consumption.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies partial action by allowing the device to use only the necessary communication capabilities required for current tasks rather than maintaining full capability continuously. By selecting capability modes that provide just enough performance for the current communication situation, the device avoids excessive power consumption while still meeting performance requirements.
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AI summary
Provided are a method for wireless communication, and a communication devices. The method for wireless communication includes: transmitting, by a first device, a first frame to a second device, where the first frame includes first information, the first information is associated with a first operating mode of the first device, and the first operating mode allows the first device, in an awake state, to perform communication in different capability modes.