Beacon Transmission Control for Air Time Optimization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Long-range beacons transmitted at lower data rates in wireless communication systems occupy excessive air time, affecting packet transmission of other electronic devices.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a control method for access points to switch between different beacon settings based on communication state, using a first setting with shorter periods and larger payloads, and a second setting with longer periods and smaller payloads, to optimize air time usage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Length of moving object
If long-range beacon is transmitted with lower data rate to achieve greater communication distance, then communication range is improved, but air time occupied by beacon increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the beacon transmission parameters adjustable based on communication conditions. The access point switches between first beacon settings (shorter period, larger payload) and second beacon settings (longer period, smaller payload) depending on whether devices require long-range communication or normal communication, thereby optimizing air time usage dynamically
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes transmission parameters (beacon period and payload size) based on communication needs. When long-range communication is detected, the system uses first beacon settings with shorter periods and larger payloads; otherwise, it uses second beacon settings with longer periods and smaller payloads to reduce air time occupation
2Length of moving object
If long-range beacon is transmitted periodically with lower data rate, then communication distance is extended, but packet transmission of other electronic devices is affected
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts beacon transmission based on detected communication states. When devices need long-range communication, the access point uses first beacon settings; otherwise, it switches to second beacon settings that reduce air time occupation, thereby minimizing impact on other devices' packet transmissions and maintaining productivity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies local quality by providing different beacon transmission characteristics to different devices based on their specific needs. Devices requiring long-range communication receive beacons with first settings, while other devices benefit from reduced interference with second settings, creating localized optimization
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AI summary
The present invention provides a control method of an electronic device, wherein the control method includes the steps of: using a first beacon setting to transmit beacons; if a wireless communication state of the electronic device satisfies a condition, using a second beacon setting to transmit beacons; wherein the first beacon setting and the second beacon setting have different beacon periods or different payload sizes.