Dynamic Security Level Adaptation for Deformable Electronic Devices

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Solution Overview

Problem

Deformable electronic devices lack flexible security management methods that can leverage their various form states, hindering the exploitation of their advantages.

Innovation Solution

An electronic device capable of determining its form state and corresponding security level, allowing dynamic switching of security levels based on form changes, with methods including electrical parameter detection, sensor usage, and image capture for form state determination, and predefined security policies for different form states.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If deformable electronic devices follow the security management methods of non-deformable devices, then the security management is simple and standardized, but the device cannot leverage its various form states to provide flexible security adaptation

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesecurity management flexibilityVSAvoidsecurity management complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by making the security level adaptable and changeable based on the device's form state. The security management system transitions from a static, fixed approach to a dynamic one where security levels automatically adjust according to whether the device is in a folded or unfolded state, enabling flexibility without requiring complex manual configuration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements feedback by continuously monitoring the form state of the deformable device and using this information to adjust the security level. The system detects changes in device configuration and responds by switching between different security levels, creating a closed-loop control system that adapts security based on real-time device state.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

2Reliability

If the electronic device dynamically switches security levels based on form state, then user privacy and security are enhanced, but the device complexity increases due to additional detection and control mechanisms

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesecurity reliabilityVSAvoiddevice structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies self-service by enabling the device to automatically determine its own form state and select the appropriate security level without external intervention. The device monitors its own configuration changes and autonomously adjusts security settings, eliminating the need for complex user interfaces or manual security configuration while enhancing security reliability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements universality by integrating multiple functions into existing device components. The same sensors and detection mechanisms used for basic device operation are leveraged to determine form state for security purposes, avoiding the need for dedicated security-specific hardware and minimizing additional device complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS10796025B2Method for controlling an electronic device and an electronic device
Publication Date: 2020.10.06 LENOVO (BEIJING) LTD
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AI summary

A method, electronic device, and a program product are disclosed. The method may include providing an electronic device formable to at least one form state. The method may include determining the form state of the electronic device. The method may include determining a security level corresponding to the form state. The method may include operating the electronic device in the security level. The electronic device and program product may include similar features.