Electronic Device Capability Scheduling Through Function Segmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Mobile devices can only hand over a function to be implemented to one connected device, limiting the ability to utilize the capabilities of multiple electronic devices simultaneously.
Innovation Solution
A device capability scheduling method that allows a first electronic device to detect user operations and display an interface listing available devices, enabling it to distribute different sub-functions to multiple devices within a local area network for cooperative execution of a function.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a mobile phone hands over a function to only one connected device, then the device selection process is simple, but the ability to utilize capabilities of multiple electronic devices simultaneously is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments a function into multiple sub-functions and distributes them to different electronic devices. For example, a video playing function is divided into video decoding, audio decoding, and playback control sub-functions, which are then assigned to different devices based on their capabilities. This allows multiple devices to cooperate while maintaining manageable complexity through clear functional decomposition.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal scheduling mechanism that can handle multiple types of functions (video playing, music playing, picture playing, video calling) across multiple electronic devices with different capabilities. The scheduling system is designed to be device-agnostic and function-agnostic, allowing it to adapt to various scenarios without requiring separate solutions for each case.
2Productivity
If a mobile phone distributes sub-functions to multiple devices, then the utilization of device capabilities is enhanced, but the scheduling and coordination complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the mobile phone receives status information from distributed devices and adjusts scheduling decisions accordingly. The system monitors execution status, capability changes, and device availability, then dynamically reassigns sub-functions to optimize performance. This feedback loop enables efficient coordination without requiring complex centralized control.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent performs preliminary capability detection and device selection before function distribution. The mobile phone identifies available devices, their capabilities, and suitable sub-function assignments in advance. This preliminary preparation reduces real-time scheduling complexity by establishing a clear initial distribution plan that can be adjusted through feedback rather than requiring complex real-time decision-making.
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AI summary
A first electronic device includes a first sub-function and a second sub-function. The first sub-function is different from the second sub-function. The first electronic device detects a first operation of a user. The first electronic device displays a first interface in response to the first operation, where the first interface includes a name of the first sub-function, a device identifier of a second electronic device, a name of the second sub-function, and a device identifier of a third electronic device. The first electronic device detects a second operation of the user on the device identifier of the second electronic device. The first electronic device sends data corresponding to the first sub-function to the second electronic device, so that the second electronic device executes the first sub-function.