Edge Communication System Server Mediator for IoT Setup
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing communication systems for IoT edge devices require complex setup processes to execute functions provided by communication devices using user terminals, lacking a mechanism to simplify these functions.
Innovation Solution
A communication system comprising a server device and a terminal device that provides device function information to the terminal device when it discovers a communication device connected to a controller in an edge device, allowing the terminal device to request the communication device to execute its functions based on the provided information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If edge devices are connected to the network using controllers with communication devices, then network connectivity is achieved, but complicated setup work is required
Solution Approach 1:
A server device is introduced as an intermediary between the terminal device and the communication device. The server stores function information about the communication device and provides it to the terminal device, eliminating the need for complex manual setup. The terminal device can automatically obtain and execute the appropriate functions based on information provided by the server.
Solution Approach 2:
The server device performs preliminary actions by storing function information about communication devices in advance. When a terminal device needs to connect, the information is already prepared and can be quickly retrieved and provided, avoiding complex real-time setup procedures.
2Adaptability or versatility
If functions of communication devices are executed using user terminals, then remote control capability is achieved, but complex setup procedures are required
Solution Approach 1:
The server acts as a mediator that manages the relationship between terminal devices and communication devices. It stores function information and provides it to terminal devices, enabling remote control capabilities without requiring complex setup procedures on the terminal side.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements a feedback mechanism where the terminal device requests function information from the server, receives appropriate function details, and executes them. This automated feedback loop eliminates manual configuration steps while maintaining versatile remote control capabilities.
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AI summary
According to one embodiment, a communication system includes a server device and a terminal device connected to the server device via a network. The server device includes a first processor configured to provide the terminal device with device function information on a function provided by a communication device when the terminal device discovers the communication device connected to a controller provided in an edge device. The terminal device includes a second processor configured to request the communication device to execute a function provided by the communication device, based on the provided device function information.