Private Cloud Pipeline for Gaming Console Data Conversion
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Solution Overview
Problem
Resource-starved environments like video game consoles face challenges in data processing due to limited resources, as existing cloud computing methods require conversion of data from platform-dependent formats to platform-independent formats, which can interfere with gaming performance.
Innovation Solution
A private cloud-based processing pipeline architecture that allows client devices to send data in any format, using stateless machines for load balancing, data transformation, and processing, enabling efficient conversion to platform-independent formats without degrading gaming performance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If data is converted from platform-dependent formats to platform-independent formats using existing cloud computing methods, then data compatibility is improved, but gaming performance deteriorates due to resource interference
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the data processing function from the gaming console by introducing a separate cloud-based format conversion service. The console only sends raw platform-dependent data packets, while the cloud service handles format conversion to platform-independent formats (XML/JSON), eliminating resource interference with gaming performance while ensuring data compatibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a cloud-based intermediary service that acts as a mediator between the gaming console and the data processing system. This intermediary handles the format conversion process, allowing the console to send data in its native format without direct conversion operations that would consume local resources.
2Adaptability or versatility
If data format conversion is performed on resource-starved devices, then platform independence is improved, but device resources are depleted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the computationally intensive data format conversion process from the resource-starved gaming console and relocates it to a cloud-based infrastructure. The console only performs minimal operations (sending and receiving data), while the cloud service handles the resource-intensive format conversion, preserving device resources for gaming operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The system creates a cloud-based copy of the data processing capability that the console would otherwise need to perform locally. By replicating the format conversion functionality in the cloud, the console can achieve platform independence without duplicating the computational resources required for conversion operations.
3Adaptability or versatility
If existing cloud computing methods are used for data processing, then data compatibility is improved, but resource efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic architecture where the system adapts to different client device types. For resource-rich devices, data can be processed locally, while for resource-starved devices like gaming consoles, the system dynamically routes data to cloud-based conversion services. This dynamic approach optimizes resource efficiency by applying format conversion only where necessary.
Data Source
AI summary
A private cloud-based processing pipeline apparatus and method for its use is disclosed. A first load balancer directs data packets to one of a plurality of collectors. The collectors authenticate the data packet. Then a second load balancer receives the data packet from the collector and to direct the data packet to one of a plurality of extract transform load (ETL) frontends, where the data packet is converted from a platform dependent form into a platform independent form and loaded into a queue. Handlers then process the converted data packets. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.