Bluetooth Audio Link Reconfiguration for Stable Adaptive Streaming
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing Bluetooth communication methods fail to dynamically adjust configuration parameters beyond audio bit rate based on operational changes in Bluetooth devices, leading to suboptimal performance in various situations.
Innovation Solution
A method and device for dynamically modifying Bluetooth communication link configurations based on operational parameters such as battery level, application type, or multimedia content quality, using a Bluetooth chip, processor, and memory to adjust parameters like codec type, sampling rate, and connection settings.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If configuration parameters are fixed when connection is established, then connection stability is improved, but adaptability to operational changes deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic reconfiguration of Bluetooth communication parameters based on real-time operational conditions. The system continuously monitors operational parameters (battery level, application type, multimedia content quality) and automatically adjusts configuration parameters (codec type, sampling rate, bit rate) without requiring connection re-establishment, thus maintaining both stability and adaptability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes physical and operational parameters of the Bluetooth communication link dynamically. When operational conditions change (e.g., battery level drops, application type changes, or multimedia quality requirements change), the system modifies configuration parameters such as codec type, sampling rate, and bit rate to optimize performance for the new operational state
2Reliability
If audio parameters are dynamically adapted based on connection parameters, then audio transmission reliability is improved, but configuration flexibility deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal reconfiguration mechanism that handles multiple types of operational changes through a single framework. The system can respond to various operational parameters (battery level, application type, multimedia content quality) using the same reconfiguration process, enabling flexible adaptation across different scenarios while ensuring reliable audio transmission
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a feedback loop where the system continuously monitors operational parameters and uses this information to dynamically adjust configuration parameters. The source device receives information about operational changes from the sink device and automatically reconfigures the audio transmission parameters to maintain optimal performance and reliability
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple configuration parameters are modified dynamically, then system adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary actions by establishing the Bluetooth connection with a default configuration before operational changes occur. The system is pre-configured with the capability to reconfigure multiple parameters, and when operational changes are detected, it executes the reconfiguration sequence automatically, managing complexity through structured preliminary setup
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AI summary
The present invention relates to the field of wireless audio streaming. The invention can be used to manage dynamically the configuration of a link between a Bluetooth audio source and a Bluetooth audio sink, or between a master and slave device. The invention relates to method for operating a Bluetooth device, the method comprising: transporting audio information over a Bluetooth communication link established with a second device; determining, upon a change of value of an operational parameter in either the Bluetooth device or the second device, a new operating mode for said Bluetooth communication link; modifying a configuration parameter of said Bluetooth communication link based on the new operating mode; transporting audio information on said Bluetooth communication link according to the modified configuration parameter.