External Identification Device for Optoelectronic Modules
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing optoelectronic devices lack a practical method for unique identification and connectivity information collection without requiring internal integrated circuits or subjecting devices to lengthy vendor qualification processes, especially in legacy systems where line-side electrical connections are difficult to implement.
Innovation Solution
An external identification device with a programmable integrated circuit and radio frequency antenna is coupled to the line side of optoelectronic devices, enabling unique identification information to be collected without internal modifications or vendor qualification, using clips, screws, or adhesives for attachment and radio frequency signals for power.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If an integrated circuit with unique identification information is integrated internal to each optoelectronic device, then unique identification capability is improved, but device complexity and manufacturing difficulty increase, and vendor qualification process becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The identification function is segmented from the optoelectronic device itself and placed in a separate external identification device. This allows the optoelectronic device to remain simple while still achieving unique identification capability through the external device that attaches to it.
Solution Approach 2:
An external identification device serves as an intermediary between the optoelectronic device and the identification system. This intermediary contains the integrated circuit with unique identification information and provides the necessary interface for identification without modifying the original optoelectronic device.
2Ease of operation
If line-side electrical contacts are provided for external identification systems, then identification information can be read externally, but manufacturing difficulty and complexity increase especially for legacy devices
Solution Approach 1:
The external identification device provides a universal interface that works with both legacy and new optoelectronic devices. It incorporates multiple contact types (first contacts for legacy devices, second contacts for new devices) allowing it to interface with different device generations without requiring modification to the optoelectronic devices themselves.
Solution Approach 2:
The external identification device acts as an intermediary that bridges the gap between identification systems and optoelectronic devices of various generations. It provides the necessary electrical contacts and interface logic to enable external identification without requiring the optoelectronic devices to have built-in identification interfaces.
3Loss of information
If optoelectronic devices are modified to include internal identification circuits, then unique identification is achieved, but vendor qualification process becomes more complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The identification functionality is segmented into a separate external device that attaches to the optoelectronic device, eliminating the need for manufacturers to modify their devices. This allows third-party vendors to distribute optoelectronic devices without undergoing lengthy qualification processes for identification functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The external identification device is self-contained with its own integrated circuit and identification information, making it an independent unit that doesn't require modifications to the optoelectronic device. This self-service approach allows identification capability to be added without affecting the original device's manufacturing or qualification status.
4Loss of information
If internal integrated circuits are used for identification, then unique identification information can be stored, but difficulty of implementation in legacy devices increases
Solution Approach 1:
The external identification device serves as an intermediary layer between the identification system and legacy optoelectronic devices. It provides the necessary electrical interfaces and communication protocols to enable identification information storage and retrieval from legacy devices without requiring internal modifications to those devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The external identification device is designed with universal compatibility, incorporating multiple contact types and communication interfaces that work with both legacy and new optoelectronic devices. This allows the same external device to serve multiple purposes across different device generations.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables easy collection of identification and connectivity information from both new and legacy optoelectronic devices, facilitating network administration and eliminating the need for internal modifications or vendor qualification, with ease of installation and no requirement for line-side electrical connections.
Implementation Method 1
a radio frequency antenna configured to power the integrated circuit
Data Source
AI summary
An identification device is configured to be coupled externally to an optoelectronic device to provide connectivity and/or identification information in an optical network in which the optoelectronic device is implemented. The identification device may include an integrated circuit with unique identification information and a plurality of contacts coupled to the integrated circuit and configured to be coupled to an outside identification system. The outside identification system communicates with the identification device via the plurality of contacts to collect unique identification information, the ability to retrieve the unique identification information additionally implicating connectivity in some embodiments. The identification device may include a plurality of clips configured to engage corresponding posts on a latch of the optoelectronic device.