eSIM Profile Management Platform for Connectivity and Battery Optimization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current eSIM management techniques are inadequate in adapting to network fluctuations and profile inconsistencies, leading to loss of control over eSIM devices and inefficient battery usage due to frequent retry attempts, especially in remote areas where access is difficult.
Innovation Solution
An eSIM management platform that proactively updates its database with the latest active profile on eSIM devices, using rule-based configurations to automatically restore profiles and prevent battery drain by initiating updates at predetermined intervals or upon network failures.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If eSIM devices frequently retry to establish connection after network failures, then connectivity is restored, but battery is drained excessively
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by proactively detecting network failures and initiating profile switching before complete connection loss occurs. The management platform monitors network status and pre-emptively switches to fallback profiles or updates device configurations, avoiding the need for exhaustive retry attempts that drain battery.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms where the management platform continuously receives status information from eSIM devices and actively manages profile switching based on network conditions. This closed-loop control allows the system to respond intelligently to network failures without requiring devices to exhaustively retry connections, thereby conserving battery energy.
2Reliability
If eSIM devices attempt to maintain connection in remote areas with network fluctuations, then connectivity is preserved, but battery is drained due to repeated retry attempts
Solution Approach 1:
In remote areas with unpredictable network conditions, the system takes preliminary action by pre-configuring multiple operator profiles and establishing fallback mechanisms before connection failures occur. The management platform proactively monitors network availability and switches profiles in advance, preventing the need for continuous retry attempts that consume battery in remote locations.
3Ease of operation
If manual profile management is used on eSIM devices, then operator control is maintained, but device accessibility is reduced when operators cannot physically access the device
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a remote management platform as an intermediary between operators and eSIM devices. This intermediary system communicates with devices over-The-Air (OTA), enabling operators to perform profile management, switching, and device configuration remotely without physical access. The platform acts as a mediator that maintains operator control while eliminating the need for hands-on device access.
4Adaptability or versatility
If eSIM devices store multiple operator profiles, then network adaptability is improved, but profile inconsistency and loss of control occur
Solution Approach 1:
The management platform implements continuous feedback monitoring of eSIM device status, including active profile information and network connectivity. When profile inconsistencies are detected or network failures occur, the platform receives status reports from devices and actively manages profile switching to restore consistency, maintaining both adaptability and reliability.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods are provided for maintaining connectivity with an eSIM device in a wireless network. For example, a probe signal can be initiated to determine the active profile of the eSIM device and compare the active profile of the eSIM device with the current information available in a data store. One or more data stores may be updated to reflect the active profile of the eSIM device. The system or methods may also determine if the active profile of the eSIM device should be disabled and a different profile associated with a different network enabled.