Dynamic Resource Allocation for Multi-Link Communication Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing communication systems face inefficiencies in allocating resources across multiple communications links, leading to inadequate or excessive resource allocation, which affects data throughput and reliability.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that assign allocatable receiver or transmitter resources to each communications link based on derived measures from individual and combined link characteristics, ensuring optimal resource allocation across multiple communications links.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If resources are allocated uniformly across multiple communications links, then device complexity is reduced, but resource allocation efficiency deteriorates leading to inadequate or excessive resource allocation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by allocating resources based on individual link characteristics rather than uniform allocation. Each communication link receives resources proportional to its specific quality metrics (channel conditions, interference levels, traffic demands), ensuring that links with better characteristics receive appropriate resources while avoiding waste on poorer links.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamic resource allocation where the allocation measure is continuously updated based on changing link characteristics. The system adjusts resource distribution in real-time according to varying channel conditions, traffic patterns, and link quality, making the allocation adaptive rather than static.
2Productivity
If resources are allocated based on detailed link characteristics, then resource allocation efficiency is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex manual or centralized resource allocation mechanisms with an automated calculation system. The allocation measure is derived through mathematical formulas that automatically process link characteristics and determine optimal resource distribution, eliminating the need for complex manual configuration or centralized control.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service by allowing each communication link to effectively allocate its own resources based on its characteristics. The allocation measure is calculated autonomously using locally available information about link quality, traffic demands, and channel conditions, reducing the need for external intervention or complex coordination.
3Device complexity
If fixed resource allocation is used, then device complexity is reduced, but adaptability deteriorates causing inadequate response to changing link conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms fixed resource allocation into a dynamic system where the allocation measure automatically adjusts to changing link conditions. Resources are reallocated based on real-time characteristics such as channel quality, interference levels, and traffic demands, enabling the system to adapt to varying conditions without manual intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms where link characteristics are continuously monitored and used to adjust resource allocation. The allocation measure is derived from current link state information, creating a closed-loop system that responds to changing conditions and optimizes resource distribution dynamically.
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AI summary
An embodiment method for operating a device in receiving a transmission over a plurality of communications links includes assigning an allocatable receiver resource to each communications link in the plurality of communications links according to a measure derived from communications link characteristics of each respective communications link and combined communications link characteristics of the plurality of communications links, and receiving the transmission over the plurality of communications links with the assigned allocatable receiver resource.