Delta Proxy for Multi-Device Management via Namespace Isolation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional device management systems become computationally prohibitive and expensive when managing a large number of remotely controlled devices, as they require separate software programs for each device and suffer from inefficient memory allocation and namespace issues.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a delta proxy system with a master layer and plug-in layer that normalizes data communication between a master device management system and multiple managed devices, allowing a single instance of the delta proxy to control multiple devices and dynamically add or remove devices without interrupting operations, while using a namespace layer to manage memory and prevent namespace bleeding.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional device management systems use separate software programs for each managed device, then device control functionality is achieved, but computing resources and costs increase significantly when managing large numbers of devices
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple device management software programs into a single unified device management system. This single system can manage multiple devices simultaneously, eliminating the need for separate software instances for each device. The consolidation reduces computing resource requirements and operational complexity while maintaining the ability to control diverse device types through a common interface and shared management logic.
Solution Approach 2:
The device management system is designed with universal capabilities to handle multiple device types and functions through a single platform. It provides multi-functional support for controlling various devices (e.g., cameras, microphones, displays) without requiring device-specific software variants. This universality allows the system to adapt to different device configurations while maintaining a consistent management approach.
2Adaptability or versatility
If separate software programs are deployed for each device, then device-specific control is enabled, but memory allocation becomes inefficient and namespace bleeding occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements segmentation by creating distinct namespace partitions for each managed device within the unified system. Each device operates in its own isolated namespace context, preventing memory and resource conflicts between devices. This segmentation allows the system to maintain device-specific control capabilities while efficiently managing overall memory allocation through structured namespace hierarchy and isolation.
3Device complexity
If a single delta proxy manages multiple devices, then computing resources are reduced, but device addition and removal must not interrupt operations of other devices
Solution Approach 1:
The device management system implements dynamic device registration and deregistration capabilities that allow devices to be added or removed from management without interrupting operations for other devices. The system dynamically adjusts its namespace allocations and resource assignments in real-time, ensuring operational continuity. When a device is added or removed, the system reconfigures namespaces and resource mappings dynamically, preventing disruptions to actively managed devices.
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AI summary
The present disclosure relates to systems, methods, and computer-readable media for implementing a device management system that controls a plurality of remotely managed computing devices by way of one or more delta proxies. The systems disclosed herein can set up, generate, or otherwise implement a delta proxy that includes interfaces for facilitating communication between a master control system and any number of managed devices. The systems disclosed herein can implement a delta proxy for controlling multiple managed devices via a single instance of the delta proxy. The delta proxy may include a plug-in layer including software plug-ins that facilitate control of devices of different types and functionalities. The delta proxy can additionally include a namespace layer for allocating memory on a per-device basis.