Configurable Electronic Device with NFC-Bluetooth Setup Segmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic devices, such as LED drivers, face challenges in post-manufacturing modifications due to the need for circuit connections and customized programmers, and wireless configurations are prone to network misunderstandings and require close proximity for setup, making them inconvenient and insecure.
Innovation Solution
A two-phase configuration method using a first communication module (NFC) for initial setup and a second communication module (Bluetooth) for subsequent modifications, allowing secure and remote adjustments while isolating professional and daily user settings.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If wireless communication protocols (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) are used for configuration, then ease of operation is improved, but reliability deteriorates due to network misunderstandings and incorrect operations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the configuration process into two distinct phases: initial configuration phase using NFC requiring close proximity, and subsequent configuration phase using Bluetooth allowing remote operation. This segmentation isolates professional operations from daily operations, preventing network misunderstandings and incorrect operations while maintaining ease of use.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces NFC as an intermediary for initial configuration to establish secure connection parameters, which then enables Bluetooth communication. This intermediary approach ensures reliable parameter transmission during critical setup while maintaining ease of operation for subsequent configurations.
2Reliability
If NFC interface is used for configuration, then reliability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to requirement of close proximity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the configuration process into two phases: initial configuration using NFC requiring close proximity for secure parameter setting, and subsequent configuration using Bluetooth allowing remote access. This segmentation maintains security during critical setup while improving accessibility for daily operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent performs preliminary configuration through NFC when devices are in close proximity, establishing secure connection parameters and encryption keys before transitioning to Bluetooth. This preliminary action ensures reliability during critical setup while enabling easier remote operation later.
3Adaptability or versatility
If universal wireless protocol is used for all operations, then adaptability is improved, but reliability deteriorates due to mixing professional and daily operations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments configuration operations into professional operations (initial configuration) using NFC and daily operations (subsequent configuration) using Bluetooth. This segmentation prevents mixing of different operation types, ensuring correctness while maintaining flexibility for different user needs.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies different communication protocols to different operational phases: NFC for initial professional configuration requiring high security and precision, and Bluetooth for subsequent daily operations requiring convenience. This local quality approach optimizes reliability for each operation type while maintaining overall adaptability.
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AI summary
A configurable electronic device, configuration method thereof, and system having the electronic device are disclosed. A method for configuring a configurable electronic device is provided. According to the method, the electronic device includes a first communication module and a second communication module, and may be configured by a programmer. The method includes establishing a wireless connection between the programmer and the first communication module, and sending a first set of parameters from the programmer to the first communication module for parameterizing the second communication module. The method further includes sending a second set of parameters from the second communication module to the programmer via the first communication module, and establishing a wireless direct connection between the programmer and the second communication module when the programmer receives the second set of parameters. Additionally, a configurable electronic device and a system are provided.