Communication Path Control Device for Wired Wireless Path Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing communication technologies face issues with increased delay times and potential loss of communication capability due to path malfunctions in wired communication systems, particularly in systems with multiple connected devices, where data needs to be sequentially forwarded.
Innovation Solution
A communication path control device and method that transmit path information to control the communication paths between multiple devices connected by both wired and wireless paths, allowing for optimal path selection and switching to maintain reliable and efficient data transmission, even in the presence of malfunctions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If data is sequentially forwarded through wired paths to multiple communication devices, then communication reliability between two devices is improved, but delay time increases and communication may become impossible when path problems occur
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic path selection by enabling communication devices to switch between wired and wireless paths based on real-time communication states. The control device transmits path information that allows devices to dynamically adjust their communication route, transitioning from static sequential wired forwarding to adaptive multi-path communication, thereby reducing delay while maintaining reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the communication parameter from fixed wired path to variable multi-path selection. By transmitting path information that includes both wired and wireless path options, the system allows communication devices to change their transmission path parameters based on detected communication states, optimizing both reliability and delay performance.
2Reliability
If data is sequentially forwarded through wired paths to multiple communication devices, then communication reliability between two devices is improved, but communication capability is lost when path malfunctions occur
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables dynamic adaptation by allowing communication devices to switch between wired and wireless paths based on real-time communication states. When a wired path malfunctions, devices can dynamically transition to wireless paths, maintaining communication capability while preserving the reliability benefits of controlled path selection.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements multi-functionality by enabling communication devices to operate through multiple path types (wired and wireless). The control device transmits path information that allows devices to universally communicate through any available path, making the system adaptable to different communication scenarios and preventing total communication loss when one path type fails.
3Device complexity
If multiple communication devices are connected by wired paths for sequential data forwarding, then communication control is simplified, but power consumption increases and communication failures occur more frequently
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the power consumption parameter by enabling selective use of wireless paths for specific communication scenarios. Instead of continuously using wired paths for all sequential forwarding, devices can switch to wireless paths when appropriate, reducing overall power consumption while the control device maintains simplified path management through transmitted path information.
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AI summary
Provided is a communication path control device that transmits path information for controlling a path for transmitting data to a plurality of communication devices which are connected by a wired path and through which data addressed to the plurality of communication devices is sequentially forwarded.