Dynamic Direct Multinode Wireless Network Architecture
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional star network topologies in wireless local area networks are inefficient, leading to reduced bandwidth utilization and increased network delay and jitter due to the need for communication traffic to pass through an intermediary Access Point (AP), which is inadequate for applications requiring low latency and high data rates.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a dynamic direct multinode (DDM) wireless network architecture, where DDM nodes can discover and connect directly with each other, eliminating the need for an intermediary AP and allowing for efficient node-to-node communication, with the ability to function with or without a separate AP and adapt to changing network conditions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If communication traffic passes through an intermediary Access Point (AP) in conventional star network topologies, then network coverage and connectivity are improved, but bandwidth utilization is reduced and network delay increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the network communication path by establishing direct peer-to-peer links between wireless endpoints, separating the control plane (which uses the AP for network management) from the data plane (which uses direct endpoints for high-speed communication). This segmentation allows simultaneous achievement of reliable connectivity through the AP and high bandwidth utilization through direct links.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses the Access Point as a mediator for control and management functions while establishing direct communication channels between endpoints for data transfer. The AP acts as an intermediary only when necessary for network coordination, while the bulk of data communication occurs directly between endpoints, thus maintaining both connectivity reliability and bandwidth efficiency.
2Ease of operation
If communication traffic passes through an intermediary Access Point (AP) in conventional star network topologies, then network management is simplified, but network delay and jitter increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides network functions into control plane operations (handled by the AP for simplified management) and data plane operations (handled by direct endpoint links for low delay). This segmentation allows the AP to manage network coordination while direct links handle time-sensitive data transmission, thus achieving both ease of management and low latency.
3Productivity
If direct wireless communication is established between DDM nodes, then bandwidth utilization and data rate are improved, but network complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a hybrid network model where the Access Point performs multiple functions: it serves as a coordination hub for direct endpoint communications, a fallback access point for devices not capable of direct linking, and a gateway to external networks. This multi-functionality allows direct high-speed links to be established while the AP handles the complexity of network management, thus achieving high data rates without proportionally increasing overall system complexity.
4Productivity
If direct wireless communication is established between DDM nodes, then communication efficiency is improved, but adaptability to changing network conditions deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic network architecture where the communication path between endpoints can flexibly switch between direct links and AP-mediated links based on real-time network conditions. When direct links are available and conditions are favorable, high-efficiency direct communication is used; when conditions change or direct links are unavailable, the system dynamically adapts by routing through the AP, thus maintaining both communication efficiency and adaptability.
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AI summary
There are disclosed herein implementations of a system providing a direct dynamic multinode (DDM) wireless network, and a method for use by the system. Such a system includes multiple nodes configured for wireless communication, at least one of the nodes being configured to receive external data from an external source. Each of the nodes is configured to discover other nodes of the DDM wireless network. Each of the nodes is also configured to run a time and phase tracking function to provide synchronization between the nodes, and to route control and data information directly to other nodes so as to synchronously output the external data.