Dual-Channel Wireless Data Transmission for AR VR Devices

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Solution Overview

Problem

Wired communication in augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality devices restricts user movement and is prone to line disconnection due to mobility, and existing wireless technologies struggle to meet the demand for ultra-high-speed data transmission required by high-resolution displays and sensors.

Innovation Solution

A dual-channel wireless data transmission method using a first RF signal in a high-frequency band (30-300 GHz) for display data and a second RF signal in a lower frequency band (3-30 GHz) for control signals, enabling efficient transmission and reception of large data volumes without the need for additional hardware or protocols, allowing for mmWave communication.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If wired communication is used for data transmission between wearable display devices and control devices, then data transmission rate and reliability are improved, but user mobility is restricted and line disconnection may occur due to movement

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata transmission reliabilityVSAvoiduser mobility
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the mechanical wired connection system with a wireless electromagnetic field-based communication system. Specifically, it uses mmWave RF signals for display data transmission and lower frequency RF signals for control signal transmission, eliminating physical cables and thereby restricting neither user mobility nor compromising transmission reliability through dual-channel wireless communication

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Ease of operation

If existing wireless communication technologies are used, then user mobility is improved, but data transmission rate is insufficient for ultra-high-resolution displays and real-time sensor data

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveuser mobilityVSAvoiddata transmission rate
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the wireless communication system into two distinct frequency channels: mmWave (30-300 GHz) for high-bandwidth display data transmission and lower frequency RF (3-30 GHz) for control signals. This segmentation allows each channel to be optimized for its specific function, with mmWave providing ultra-high speed data transmission capable of supporting 8K displays and VR/AR applications while maintaining user mobility

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent transitions from traditional single-frequency wireless communication to multi-frequency band communication by utilizing the mmWave spectrum dimension (30-300 GHz) in addition to lower RF bands. This dimensional expansion of the frequency spectrum enables dramatically higher data transmission rates while preserving the wireless mobility advantage

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

3Productivity

If dual-frequency wireless communication is implemented, then data transmission capability is improved, but device complexity and hardware requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata transmission capabilityVSAvoidcommunication system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a universal dual-channel wireless communication system where the device can simultaneously handle both mmWave and lower frequency RF communications through integrated transceivers. The system universally supports multiple functions: high-speed display data transmission via mmWave, control signal transmission via lower RF, and automatic interface detection, all within a single unified communication architecture that manages complexity through standardized protocols

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

4Adaptability or versatility

If additional hardware or conversion protocols are added for wireless communication, then transmission compatibility is improved, but device complexity and cost increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinterface compatibilityVSAvoidhardware and protocol complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a self-service interface detection and adaptation mechanism where the communication system automatically detects the display interface type (HDMI, DisplayPort, V-by-One, etc.) and configures the appropriate transmission parameters without requiring additional external conversion hardware or complex manual configuration. The system self-adapts to support multiple display interfaces through integrated detection circuits and protocol handlers, maintaining compatibility while minimizing added complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

This solution enables high-speed, real-time data transmission while ensuring user mobility by optimizing wireless communication efficiency and eliminating the need for additional hardware or conversion protocols, thereby maximizing data transmission capabilities.

Implementation Method 1

converting a display signal into a first RF signal having a first frequency band... converting a control signal into a second RF signal having a second frequency band... transmitting the first RF signal... transmitting the second RF signal

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic radiation: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS20230421839A1Electronic device and method for wireless data transmission
Publication Date: 2023.12.28 GLS
  • US20230421839A1 patent drawing

AI summary

Proposed is a wireless data transmission method including: detecting an interface of a control signal received from an external device; converting, on the basis of the detected interface, the control signal into a second PP signal having a second frequency band; transmitting and/or receiving the second RF signal; reconverting the second RF signal into the control signal; converting, in a transmitter on the basis of the control signal, a display signal into a first RF signal having a first frequency band distinct from the second frequency band; transmitting and/or receiving the first RF signal; and converting, in a receiver, the received first RF signal into the display signal.