Seamless Network Conference Transition with Break Mode
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users of network conferences face inefficiencies in transitioning between conferences due to the need for constant setup and login processes, as well as the lack of seamless integration for breaks, leading to time wastage and inconvenience.
Innovation Solution
A conference transition apparatus that allows users to seamlessly transition between network conferences by displaying Up-Next status information and enabling users to join the next conference using the same client application and conference state, with an option to take a break by muting the microphone and replacing the video stream with a break icon, facilitating efficient transitions and breaks.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of time
If users manually setup equipment and log in for each conference, then conference participation is possible, but transition time between conferences increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by maintaining the conference state and keeping the client application active between conferences. The apparatus preserves audio/video equipment settings and conference credentials so that when the user transitions to the next conference, these parameters are automatically applied without requiring manual reconfiguration or re-login.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service by automatically managing the transition process between conferences. The apparatus handles equipment setup, credential authentication, and state restoration without user intervention, allowing the conference system to serve itself in maintaining continuity across multiple conference sessions.
2Ease of operation
If users continuously switch between conferences, then conference attendance is maintained, but user convenience deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges multiple conference sessions into a continuous operational context by maintaining a persistent conference state. Instead of treating each conference as a separate event requiring independent setup, the apparatus combines them into a unified session where the client application and conference parameters remain active across transitions, simplifying the user experience.
Solution Approach 2:
The conference system achieves multi-functionality by enabling a single client application instance to handle multiple conferences with different parameters. The apparatus universally manages audio/video equipment, credentials, and session states across various conference contexts, allowing the same system configuration to serve multiple different conference events without requiring separate setups.
3Adaptability or versatility
If users take breaks between conferences, then user needs are met, but conference flow is disrupted
Solution Approach 1:
The system introduces dynamics by allowing the conference state to adapt between active and break modes. The apparatus can transition the conference session into a suspended state during breaks, preserving all conference parameters and settings while pausing active participation. This dynamic state management allows the system to flexibly respond to user break needs while maintaining the ability to quickly resume the original conference state.
Data Source
AI summary
Methods and apparatus for taking a break after seamless transition between network conferences. In an embodiment, a method for taking a break after a transition between network conferences includes operations of attending a first network conference using a first conference state and a conferencing application, and displaying Up-Next conference status about a second network conference. The method also includes operations of receiving a request to enter a break mode after joining the second network conference, joining the second network conference using the first conference state and the conferencing application, and transmitting a break mode icon to participants in the second network conference.