Communication System Load Control via Dual-Protocol Segmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing communication systems face limitations in controlling loads at communication terminal units based on monitoring information from communication units, as they cannot directly communicate with each other, leading to inefficiencies in data transmission and potential system failures.
Innovation Solution
A communication system where communication terminal units communicate with a control unit using a first protocol, and communication units communicate directly with each other using a second protocol, allowing for the transmission of control information based on monitoring data to control loads connected to terminal units.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If communication terminal units communicate via the communication control unit, then the system structure is simple and easy to control, but the communication speed is low and reliability is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides communication terminal units into two types: first communication terminal units that communicate with the communication control unit, and second communication terminal units that communicate directly with each other. This segmentation allows different types of terminals to use different communication paths, resolving the contradiction between centralized control simplicity and communication speed.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a communication unit as an intermediary that bridges the communication control unit and communication terminal units. The communication unit receives monitoring information from first communication terminal units and transmits control information to second communication terminal units, enabling indirect control while maintaining direct communication capability between terminal units.
2Device complexity
If communication terminal units communicate via the communication control unit, then the system structure is simple, but the system reliability is poor due to single point of failure
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the communication system into multiple independent communication paths: one through the communication control unit for control information, and another direct path between communication terminal units for monitoring information. This segmentation eliminates the single point of failure risk while maintaining manageable system structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies different communication protocols to different parts of the system: the communication control unit uses a first protocol for centralized control, while communication terminal units use a second protocol for direct peer-to-peer communication. This local differentiation optimizes both reliability and structural simplicity in different system contexts.
3Adaptability or versatility
If communication terminal units and communication units operate independently, then each unit can function autonomously, but they cannot communicate with each other to control loads
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces the communication unit as an intermediary that receives monitoring information from first communication terminal units and transmits control information to second communication terminal units. This intermediary enables information exchange between independently operating units, resolving the information isolation problem while preserving unit autonomy.
Solution Approach 2:
The communication unit serves multiple functions: it acts as a gateway between the communication control unit and communication terminal units, processes monitoring information, generates control information, and transmits data using different protocols. This multi-functionality enables integrated operation while maintaining the independence of individual units.
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AI summary
A communication system has a communication control unit, communication terminal units and communication units. The communication control unit and the communication terminal units communicate according to a first protocol. The communication units mutually communicate according to a second protocol. A specific communication unit of the communication units has a data analyzer and a data transmitter. The data analyzer judges whether or not second monitoring information represents a steady state. The data transmitter transmits the control information corresponding to the second monitoring information to at least one related second communication terminal unit through the communication control unit according to the first protocol if the second monitoring information represents an unsteady state. Thereby, the load connected to the second communication terminal unit is controlled.