Cloud-Based Remote Instrumentation Access System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current cloud-based systems for remote access to local instrumentation are limited by the need for multiple apps and devices, specific hardware configurations, and lack of plug-and-play functionality, making it difficult to monitor and control devices across distances efficiently.
Innovation Solution
A cloud-based system with a hardware device equipped with a microprocessor, I/O interface, LAN interface, and WAN interface, allowing plug-and-play connectivity and remote access through a cloud server, enabling monitoring and control of I/O devices via client devices with electronic lock management and user authentication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If cloud-based systems use multiple apps and devices for remote access, then device control capability is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal cloud server platform that can control multiple types of devices through a single interface. The system uses standardized communication protocols and a unified application that works across different devices, eliminating the need for device-specific apps while maintaining broad device control capability.
2Reliability
If cloud-based systems require specific hardware configurations, then device compatibility is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically detects and configures appropriate communication protocols based on the target device type. The cloud server performs self-configuration by identifying device characteristics and selecting the correct interface protocol, eliminating the need for manual hardware configuration by the user while ensuring device compatibility.
3Reliability
If cloud-based systems lack plug-and-play functionality, then connection reliability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system pre-configures communication parameters and establishes connection protocols in advance based on device identification. When a device is connected, the cloud server has already prepared the appropriate communication interface settings, enabling immediate plug-and-play operation while maintaining connection reliability through pre-validated configurations.
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AI summary
A system for providing local and remote access to an I/O device includes a hardware device having a microprocessor, an I/O interface, a LAN interface, and a WAN interface. The microprocessor is configured to coordinate the I/O interface, the LAN interface, and the WAN interface. The hardware device is configured to provide plug-and-play functionality with respect to an I/O device in communication with the hardware device via the I/O interface. A cloud server is in electronic communication with the hardware via the LAN interface. A first client device is in electronic communication with the cloud server and configured to access the hardware device therethrough. A second client device is in electronic communication with the hardware device via the WAN interface. A user of the system can access, control, and/or monitor the I/O device via the hardware device upon accessing the hardware device using the first or second client device.