Background Application Activation Control for Image Processing Stress
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Solution Overview
Problem
Multi-functional image forming apparatuses face challenges in managing and optimizing the activation of user and background applications to ensure smooth image processing with minimal stress, particularly in managing application execution history and user authentication for efficient resource allocation.
Innovation Solution
The image processing apparatus includes a processor that controls the activation and deactivation of user and background applications based on execution history and user authentication, limiting the number of activated background applications to prevent resource overload and optimize image processing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If multiple background applications are activated simultaneously, then image processing smoothness is improved, but system stress increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically changes the parameter of application activation state based on system stress levels. When stress exceeds a threshold, the processor selectively deactivates background applications, adjusting the operational parameters of the system to maintain smooth image processing while controlling stress
Solution Approach 2:
The activation state of background applications is made dynamic rather than static. The processor continuously monitors system stress and adjusts which background applications remain activated, creating a dynamic balance between processing smoothness and stress management
2Ease of operation
If background applications are activated based on usage frequency, then resource management efficiency is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements self-service through automated monitoring and management of background applications. The processor automatically tracks usage frequencies, determines which applications to activate or deactivate, and manages resources without requiring complex manual intervention or user configuration
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses feedback from execution history and usage frequency data to automatically adjust background application activation. The processor monitors system state and application performance, using this feedback to make intelligent decisions about resource allocation and application management
Data Source
AI summary
An image processing apparatus includes a memory, a user interface, and a processor. The memory stores a plurality of user applications and a plurality of background applications related to image processing. The user interface receives a user input. The processor controls an image processing unit (e.g., a printer, a scanner, etc.) to execute image processing functions (e.g., printing, scanning, copying, etc.). The processor controls activation and deactivation of the plurality of user applications and the plurality of background applications. The processor activates a subset of the plurality of background applications in a number equal to or less than an activation limit number and based on execution history of the plurality of background applications.