Distributed Computing for Large Data Files
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing personal electronic devices are inadequate for processing and presenting computationally intensive and presentation-heavy computer data files, as they lack the necessary computational and presentation resources.
Innovation Solution
An electronic system that allows multiple personal electronic devices to be communicatively connected, enabling coordinated processing and presentation of large computer data files by segregating the file into functional portions and assigning them to devices based on their respective capabilities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Power
If computational power and display resources are concentrated in a single device, then processing capability is improved, but device portability and power consumption are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the computational workload and display rendering into separate segments handled by different devices. The computing device processes data and generates rendering instructions, while the display device independently executes these instructions to generate visual output. This segmentation allows each device to operate within its power and computational constraints while achieving combined functionality that would exceed either device alone.
2Productivity
If device capabilities are increased to handle intensive processing, then productivity is improved, but device complexity and cost are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the capabilities of two separate devices - a computing device with processing power and a display device with rendering capability - to achieve functionality equivalent to or exceeding a single high-end workstation. By combining these devices through network communication and coordinated operation, the system attains high productivity without requiring either individual device to be complex or expensive.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple devices are connected to share resources, then adaptability is improved, but system complexity is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal system where devices can serve multiple functions beyond their primary roles. The computing device can act as both a processor and a display when needed, while the display device can function as both a display and a computing device. This multi-functionality increases adaptability and resource sharing capability while maintaining relatively simple individual device architectures.
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AI summary
An electronic system, method, and computer program product coordinate processing and presentation of computer data file to a user by multiple devices that are wirelessly connectable in order to processing and processing requirements of computer data file (e.g., media or multiple spreadsheet file). An electronic device identifies available computational and presentation resources included connected second device(s) to enable coordinated operation. The electronic device segregates the computer data file into multiple segregable functional portions and executes and presents first segregable functional portion(s). The electronic device communicates second segregable function portion(s) to the second device(s) and triggers processing and presenting by the second electronic device(s).