Code-Based Function Execution with Reduced Setting Data Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cloud print services face issues with large data transmission times due to the size of print setting information and limited functionality, as they are primarily designed for printing alone, lacking efficiency in handling various functions and storage capacity.
Innovation Solution
An information processing system that includes an information processing apparatus, a function execution apparatus, and a management apparatus, where the management apparatus generates a code corresponding to settings, which is transmitted and displayed on the processing apparatus, allowing the function execution apparatus to read and execute functions based on these settings, reducing data transmission and storage requirements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If cloud print service transmits print setting information via network, then printing function is enabled, but data transmission time increases due to large setting information size
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts only the essential setting information parameters needed for printing, separating them from complete print data. The terminal device generates a condensed setting information package containing only necessary parameters (e.g., paper size, color mode, resolution) rather than transmitting entire print files, thereby reducing transmission time while maintaining printing functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a cloud server as an intermediary that receives setting information from the terminal device, processes and stores it, then retrieves and transmits only the necessary settings to the printing device. This intermediary architecture optimizes data flow by pre-processing settings on the cloud, reducing the burden on direct peer-to-peer transmission between terminal and printer.
2Adaptability or versatility
If cloud print service stores print setting information on server, then multiple functions are supported, but storage capacity requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments setting information into distinct categories (paper settings, color settings, resolution settings, etc.) and stores only the essential parameters within each category. By dividing the setting information structure into modular components, the system reduces redundant storage requirements while maintaining the ability to support multiple printing functions through selective parameter retrieval.
3Manufacturing precision
If print setting information is transmitted in detail, then execution accuracy is improved, but data transmission efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by transmitting setting information at different detail levels according to specific needs. Essential parameters (paper size, color mode) are transmitted with high precision, while less critical parameters are either omitted or transmitted at lower resolution. This selective precision approach ensures accurate printing for critical settings while improving overall transmission efficiency by reducing redundant data.
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AI summary
An information processing system includes an information processing apparatus operated by an operator, a function execution apparatus to execute a function, and a management apparatus to communicate with the information processing apparatus and the function execution apparatus. The management apparatus includes first circuitry to generate a code corresponding to a setting to be used in executing the function and transmit the code. The information processing apparatus includes second circuitry to receive the code and display, on a display, the code. The function execution apparatus includes third circuitry to read the code displayed on the display and execute the function based on the setting corresponding to the code read by the third circuitry.