Bridge Mediator for Computing Device Protocol Translation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Data communication between two computing devices acting as masters leads to competition for roles, resulting in system failures, and compact devices lack sufficient storage or functions, necessitating an external solution to access resources without interference.
Innovation Solution
A bridge system with a first interface for coupling with one computing device, a second interface for another, and a micro control unit to execute codes and generate device information in a format consistent with the second interface's protocol, facilitating communication and resource sharing between devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If two computing devices are directly coupled for data communication, then data transfer can be established, but both devices compete for master role causing system failure
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a bridge device as an intermediary between two computing devices. The bridge contains a master control unit that assumes the master role, while the computing devices function as slaves. This eliminates the master role competition between the two computing devices and enables stable data communication through the bridge mediator.
2Weight of moving object
If compact computing devices are designed with fewer embedded functions, then device size and weight are reduced, but storage capacity and functionality are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The bridge device provides universal access to external storage and function devices. A compact computing device can connect to various external devices (storage devices, media players, etc.) through the bridge, enabling the compact device to perform multiple functions without embedding all components internally. This maintains light weight while providing versatile functionality through external device access.
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AI summary
The present invention may be related to a bridge for communications in a data communication system. The bridge may include a first interface, a second interface, a memory and a micro control unit. The first interface may be adapted to couple with a first computing device in the data communication system. The second interface may be adapted to couple with a second computing device in the data communication system. The memory may be adapted to store a set of codes sent from the first computing device via the first interface, wherein the set of codes is related to one of at least one function device of the first computing device. Moreover, the micro control unit may be configured to execute the set of codes for generating device information in a format consistent with a protocol type of the second interface. The device information may include parameters related to the one function device.