Dynamic Communication Mode Switching for Wireless Data Transmission

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing wireless communication systems lack effective control mechanisms for managing transitions between direct and indirect communication modes between information processing devices, leading to instability and inefficiencies in data transmission.

Innovation Solution

The implementation of a control system within information processing devices that manages communication by using a management information retention unit to track device connections and user inputs, allowing for dynamic adjustment of data transmission speed and quality based on radio wave propagation measurements and user preferences.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If communication is performed directly between two information processing devices, then communication efficiency is improved, but communication stability deteriorates when connection conditions change

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecommunication efficiencyVSAvoidcommunication stability
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic switching between direct communication mode and indirect communication mode based on connection conditions. The system monitors connection status and automatically transitions between communication paths to maintain stability while optimizing for efficiency when direct connection is available.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a third information processing device as an intermediary to enable indirect communication when direct communication is unavailable or unstable. This intermediary device facilitates data transmission between the first and second devices, ensuring communication continuity and stability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Reliability

If communication mode switching is implemented between direct and indirect modes, then communication stability is improved, but system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecommunication stabilityVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements autonomous communication mode selection where the system automatically monitors connection conditions and switches between direct and indirect communication modes without requiring manual intervention. The third device independently determines when to act as an intermediary based on detected connection status.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs feedback mechanisms where communication devices continuously monitor connection conditions and use this information to automatically adjust communication mode. The system receives feedback about connection stability and efficiency, then dynamically adapts its communication path selection.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Speed

If direct communication is used between devices, then data transmission speed is improved, but power consumption increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata transmission speedVSAvoidpower consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent dynamically selects communication paths based on power consumption requirements. When battery power is limited or power saving is prioritized, the system automatically transitions from direct communication to indirect communication through a third device, balancing speed requirements with energy conservation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentEP3107347B1Information processing device, information processing system, and information processing method
Publication Date: 2021.03.10 SONY GROUP CORP
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AI summary

Appropriate control is performed when communication is performed between a plurality of information processing devices. An information processing device performs real-time image transmission with another information processing device according to a Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast specification. The information processing device includes a control unit. The control unit performs control such that setting request information for performing a setting related to the real-time image transmission is received from the other information processing device via an access point. The control unit performs control such that a setting request for performing the setting based on the setting request information is transmitted to the other information processing device through direct communication.