DCAN Arbitration for Cross-Network Message Translation

The patent applies universality by enabling a single communication infrastructure (second network) to serve multiple communication protocols and networks simultaneously. The DCAN devices facilitate this by converting messages between different protocols, allowing one physical network to handle both CAN and power line communications, thereby reducing the need for dedicated hardware for each network type.

The patent uses DCAN devices as intermediaries to bridge different communication networks. These devices convert messages from one protocol format to another, enabling communication between CAN network nodes and power line network nodes without requiring direct physical connection between all devices. This intermediary approach maintains communication reliability while reducing overall system complexity.

The patent employs DCAN devices as intermediaries that handle protocol conversion and arbitration coordination. These devices receive messages from CAN network nodes, convert them to power line protocol format, and manage the arbitration process on the power line network. This intermediary layer abstracts the complexity of multiple protocols from the individual nodes, allowing each node to operate with a single protocol while maintaining overall network adaptability.

The patent segments the communication system into distinct functional layers: CAN network nodes for high-speed communication, DCAN conversion devices for protocol translation, and power line network for distributed communication. This segmentation allows each component to specialize in one protocol, simplifying individual device design while maintaining system-wide adaptability through the coordinated interaction of segmented components.

The patent uses DCAN devices as intermediaries that specifically handle cross-border arbitration between CAN and power line networks. These devices receive arbitration information from CAN nodes, adapt it to power line protocol requirements, and facilitate coordinated message transmission across network boundaries. This intermediary approach ensures reliable cross-network communication while simplifying implementation by providing a standardized conversion interface.

The patent applies parameter changes by transforming arbitration information from one network's parameter set to another's. The DCAN devices modify arbitration data parameters (such as message formatting, timing characteristics, and protocol identifiers) to be compatible with the target network. This parameter transformation enables cross-border arbitration without requiring fundamental changes to the underlying network architectures, reducing implementation complexity.