Communication Apparatus Search Result Segmentation for Wireless Network Management
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face confusion when discovering multiple wireless network devices in Wi-Fi Display, as they need to determine between TDLS and P2P connections, and may inadvertently disconnect from their original network during P2P connection setup without clear notification.
Innovation Solution
A communication apparatus with search units for both designated and undesignated wireless networks, along with a control unit to coordinate searches and display results, allowing users to differentiate between TDLS and P2P connections, and providing warnings for potential disconnections during P2P connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If both P2P and TDLS search are performed simultaneously, then device discovery capability is improved, but user confusion increases due to inability to distinguish connection types
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the search results into separate categories based on connection type (P2P and TDLS). The display unit presents these results in a segmented manner, allowing users to clearly distinguish between devices discovered through P2P search and those discovered through TDLS search, thereby resolving the confusion while maintaining comprehensive device discovery capability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies different display characteristics to different search results based on their connection type. By providing localized display quality differentiation (such as separate listing sections or visual indicators), users can easily identify the connection method associated with each discovered device without mixing up the information
2Productivity
If P2P connection is established, then direct device communication is achieved, but disconnection from original wireless network occurs without clear notification
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary notification to the user before establishing a P2P connection. The control unit informs the user that establishing a P2P connection will result in disconnection from the current wireless network, allowing the user to make an informed decision before the connection is established, thereby preventing unexpected network disconnection
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback mechanism by notifying the user of the consequences before P2P connection is established. This feedback loop ensures users are aware that P2P connection requires disconnection from the original network, allowing them to confirm the action or choose alternative connection methods
3Reliability
If multiple search methods are used, then device discovery completeness is improved, but search result identification becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the search results display into distinct sections corresponding to different search methods (P2P and TDLS). This segmentation allows comprehensive device discovery from multiple search methods while making it easy for users to identify which devices were found through which search method, resolving the identification difficulty
Data Source
AI summary
There are a first search for searching for another communication device by designating a wireless network, and a second search for searching for another communication device without designation of a wireless network. It is controlled to perform the second search together with the first search in accordance with one search instruction from a user. The result of the first search and the result of the second search are displayed to be able to discriminate them.