Dual Controller Data Processing Device Activation Time
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing data processing devices face limitations in shortening activation time, especially when handling large volumes of data, and may experience increased load on main controllers, leading to potential faults that disrupt continuous feature presentation.
Innovation Solution
A data processing device comprising a first controller with a longer activation time and a second controller with a shorter activation time, allowing for immediate feature presentation and continuous operation even if the first controller experiences faults, by switching between processing modes that do or do not require collaboration between the controllers.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a single main controller is used to process data, then the device configuration is simple, but the activation time is long and the controller may experience faults that disrupt continuous operation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the controller function into two separate controllers: a first controller (main controller) that handles complex data processing tasks and a second controller (sub controller) that handles basic data processing and can operate independently. This segmentation allows the second controller to provide immediate response with shorter activation time while the first controller processes complex tasks, ensuring continuous operation even if one controller fails.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the operational parameters by defining two distinct processing modes: a first processing mode where the data processor operates without collaboration with the first controller (using only the second controller), and a second processing mode where the data processor operates in collaboration with the first controller. This parameter change enables flexible switching between activation speeds and processing capabilities.
2Loss of time
If multiple controllers are prepared to divide and execute sequences in parallel, then the activation time is shortened, but the device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments controller functions into two distinct roles: the first controller handles complex sequence execution while the second controller handles basic operations and can operate independently. This segmentation reduces the need for multiple identical controllers, simplifying the overall configuration while still achieving parallel processing benefits for activation.
Solution Approach 2:
The second controller is designed with multi-functionality, capable of both collaborating with the first controller during normal operation and independently handling data processing when the first controller is not yet activated or is unavailable. This universality eliminates the need for dedicated backup controllers, reducing device complexity.
3Device complexity
If the main controller handles all data processing tasks, then the configuration is simple, but the load on the main controller increases leading to potential faults
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the data processing workload between two controllers: the first controller handles complex processing tasks while the second controller handles basic processing and can operate independently. This segmentation distributes the load, preventing any single controller from becoming overloaded and failing, thus improving reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The second controller serves as a pre-prepared backup capability that can immediately take over data processing if the first controller fails. This beforehand cushioning ensures continuous operation without requiring complex fault detection and switching mechanisms, as the second controller is already positioned to provide immediate support.
4Loss of time
If portions of the activation sequence are executed in parallel by multiple controllers, then the activation time is reduced, but the processing complexity and coordination requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the activation and processing functions into two independent but complementary controllers. The second controller can independently execute basic processing sequences while the first controller handles complex sequences, reducing the coordination overhead compared to dividing a single complex sequence across multiple controllers.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamic switching between two processing modes: a first processing mode using only the second controller for immediate response, and a second processing mode using collaboration between both controllers for enhanced processing. This dynamic approach allows the system to adapt coordination complexity to the current operational needs, using simple independent operation when speed is critical and collaborative processing when capability is needed.
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AI summary
A data processing device includes: a first controller requiring a first activation time; a second controller requiring a second activation time, which is shorter than the first activation time; and a data processor for switching a mode, in which data is processed, between a first processing mode without collaboration with the first controller, and a second processing mode in collaboration with the first controller. The data processor processes data in the first processing mode after completing the activation of the second controller and before completing the activation of the first controller; processes data in the second processing mode after completing the activation of the first controller; and processes data in the first processing mode after a fault occurs in the first controller.