Dynamic APN Selection for Vehicle Application Resource Allocation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing network access point name (APN) configurations for vehicles are inadequate in meeting the diverse computing requirements of vehicle applications, as a single APN cannot simultaneously provide broadband access, low latency, and high computing power, leading to inefficiencies in resource utilization.
Innovation Solution
A system that includes vehicle controllers and a management server to dynamically assign APNs to vehicle applications based on their identifiers, utilizing a mapping of application identifiers to corresponding APNs, allowing vehicles to connect to the most suitable MECs or cloud systems for real-time resource allocation, optimizing resource usage and meeting varying application demands.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single APN is configured for vehicle applications, then the network connection is simplified, but the system cannot simultaneously provide broadband access, low latency, and high computing power
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the network access by creating multiple APN configurations (e.g., APN for broadband, APN for low latency, APN for high computing power) and assigns them to different vehicle applications based on their specific requirements. This segmentation allows each application to access optimized network resources without requiring the vehicle to manage complex multi-network infrastructure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary component (APN selection module or network manager) that automatically selects and switches between different APN configurations based on application demands. This intermediary handles the complexity of multi-APN management, presenting a simplified interface to applications while dynamically routing traffic through appropriate network paths.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple APNs are configured for different vehicle applications, then diverse computing requirements are met, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service mechanisms where the system automatically monitors application performance metrics and dynamically switches APN configurations without manual intervention. The network manager autonomously allocates resources, monitors usage patterns, and adjusts APN assignments based on real-time conditions, eliminating the need for complex manual APN management.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent dynamically changes APN parameters (such as network path, bandwidth allocation, latency thresholds) based on application requirements and network conditions. By adjusting these parameters automatically, the system maintains ease of operation while adapting to diverse computing demands through programmable parameter modification rather than manual reconfiguration.
3Productivity
If dynamic APN assignment is implemented, then resource utilization is optimized, but the system requires complex management infrastructure
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs the management server with multi-functional capabilities, allowing a single system to handle APN assignment, performance monitoring, dynamic switching, and resource allocation across multiple vehicle applications. This universal approach consolidates what could be multiple separate systems into one integrated platform, reducing overall complexity while maintaining optimized resource utilization.
Data Source
AI summary
Managing vehicle application usage of computing resources is provided. A request for computing resources of a communications network is received from a vehicle application installed to a vehicle. An access point name (APN) is assigned to the vehicle application based on an application identifier corresponding to the vehicle application by accessing stored APN information including a mapping of application identifiers to corresponding APNs. The computing resources are accessed by the vehicle application connecting to the communications network using the APN.