Live Broadcast GPI Interface for Cross-Device Command Routing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing GPI signaling protocols face compatibility issues due to rapid technological advancements and diversification in hardware and software, rendering them unsuitable for controlling incompatible devices.
Innovation Solution
A GPI device that includes a communication port, processors, and memory to receive GPI signals, convert them into commands, and transmit these commands to non-compatible devices using smart routing to optimize latency and compatibility, utilizing a single board computer compatible with Python scripts.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional GPI signaling protocols are used to control devices, then compatibility with legacy hardware is maintained, but compatibility with modern diverse devices deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a GPI device as an intermediary component that receives traditional GPI signals and converts them into commands compatible with modern devices. This mediator bridges the gap between legacy GPI protocols and contemporary hardware/software interfaces, enabling communication without requiring changes to either the source GPI devices or the target modern devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The GPI device dynamically changes signal parameters by converting voltage-level GPI signals into various command formats suitable for different modern devices. This parameter transformation allows the same GPI input to control diverse outputs including Python scripts, HTTP requests, and other device-specific protocols, thereby improving adaptability without increasing overall system complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If GPI signals are converted to Python scripts for modern device control, then compatibility with diverse devices improves, but signal transmission latency increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system pre-converts GPI signals into Python scripts and stores them in ready-to-execute formats. When a GPI signal is received, the pre-prepared scripts are immediately transmitted and executed, eliminating conversion delays during critical moments. This preliminary preparation significantly reduces transmission latency while maintaining full compatibility with modern devices.
3Speed
If smart routing is implemented to optimize latency, then command delivery speed improves, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The routing system automatically selects optimal transmission paths based on real-time conditions without requiring manual configuration or complex external control. The GPI device itself performs intelligent routing decisions, self-managing the optimization process and reducing the need for additional complex routing infrastructure while maintaining high command delivery speed.
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AI summary
A GPI device includes a communication port for receiving a GPI signal from a first device, one or more processors; and a memory comprising program instructions. The program instructions, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the GPI device to assign a command to the GPI signal when the GPI device receives the GPI signal from the first device and transmit the command to a second device. The transmission of the command may be triggered by the received GPI signal. The command may include a script, such as a python script. The command may also include triggering transmission of a live broadcast, switching between graphics during the live broadcast, or a combination thereof.