Dynamic Antenna Attribution for Mobile Modems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current networked systems for moving devices face challenges in maintaining robust data reception due to antenna malfunctions or poor coverage, especially in changing environments such as moving vehicles.
Innovation Solution
A networked system comprising two co-located modems that dynamically attribute antennas based on need, allowing for real-time data exchange and adaptation to ensure continuous signal reception, even in areas with restricted signal or environmental obstacles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If antennas are statically assigned to modems, then device complexity is reduced, but reliability deteriorates due to inability to adapt to antenna malfunctions or poor coverage
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic antenna attribution where modems can request and receive antennas from other modems based on real-time signal quality assessment. The system transitions from static antenna assignment to dynamic reconfiguration, allowing modems to adapt to changing environmental conditions and antenna malfunctions by exchanging antenna resources through a standardized interface.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal antenna resource pool where all antennas in the device can serve any modem needing them. The standardized interface and common antenna pool enable multi-functionality, allowing antennas to be dynamically allocated to different modems based on current needs rather than being dedicated to specific modems.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple modems share a common antenna pool, then adaptability improves, but device complexity increases due to coordination requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables modems to self-assess their signal quality through channel state information and autonomously determine when they need additional antennas. Each modem can independently request antennas from the common pool or other modems without requiring complex centralized coordination, allowing the system to adapt automatically to environmental changes.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms where modems continuously monitor signal quality and channel state information. Based on this feedback, modems can dynamically request or release antennas from the common pool, creating a self-regulating system that adapts to environmental conditions without complex external coordination.
3Reliability
If antennas are dynamically reallocated between modems, then reliability improves during emergencies, but loss of time occurs during antenna reconfiguration
Solution Approach 1:
The patent establishes a pre-configured common antenna pool and standardized interfaces before emergencies occur. The infrastructure for dynamic antenna sharing is already in place, allowing rapid reconfiguration during emergencies without requiring time-consuming setup or coordination protocols to be established from scratch.
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AI summary
The disclosure notably relates to a networked system. The networked system comprises a first modem. The networked system also comprises a second modem. The networked system also comprises a plurality of antennas. The first modem is connected to the second modem. The first modem and the second modem are co-located. The first modem and the second modem are configured to exchange data so as to dynamically attribute antennas to the first modem and/or the second modem.