Gateway Network Architecture for Low-Overhead Device Scaling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing network systems face limitations in bandwidth and infrastructure due to the multi-hop problem in mesh networks, where data aggregation leads to a rapidly decreasing capacity, and access points are constrained by resource limitations, resulting in inefficient data transmission and high overhead.
Innovation Solution
A network system comprising a plurality of devices capable of transmitting and receiving data, with at least one gateway that can handle a large number of devices without additional infrastructure, utilizing preconfigured routes and minimizing overhead by eliminating addressing and routing information, allowing for efficient data transmission and scalability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional access point based network is used, then devices can communicate with centralized control, but bandwidth efficiency deteriorates due to high overhead
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the network into multiple zones or regions, each with its own access point or controller, distributing the control burden and reducing the overhead on any single access point. This segmentation allows localized data aggregation and forwarding, improving overall bandwidth efficiency while maintaining centralized coordination at higher levels.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a hierarchical dimension to the network architecture, adding intermediate aggregation points or controllers that operate between end devices and the central access point. This dimensional addition creates multiple levels of data handling, reducing the overhead burden on the central access point and improving bandwidth efficiency through distributed intelligence.
2Area of stationary object
If mesh network routes are extended to cover more devices, then network coverage improves, but capacity deteriorates due to data aggregation constraints
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the mesh network into multiple segments or clusters, each with its own aggregation point. Data is aggregated locally within each segment rather than being funneled through a single central point, which maintains network capacity while extending overall coverage through distributed segmentation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces intermediate aggregation points or relay nodes that serve as mediators between end devices and the central network. These intermediaries perform local data aggregation and forwarding, extending network coverage to more devices while preventing capacity degradation by distributing the aggregation burden across multiple intermediate points.
3Adaptability or versatility
If access points manage more devices, then network scalability improves, but resource limitations worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the network management function across multiple access points or controllers, allowing each to manage a manageable subset of devices. This segmentation enables network scalability by adding more segmented units rather than overloading individual access points, thus improving adaptability while respecting resource limitations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent designs the network architecture with universal, multi-functional nodes that can operate at different levels of the hierarchy. Each node can function as an end device, a relay, or an aggregation point depending on its capabilities and network conditions, enabling scalable network growth without requiring specialized high-resource access points for every device.
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AI summary
The present disclosure is related to systems, methods, and processor readable media for distributing digital data over networks. Certain embodiments relate to systems, methods, and devices used within such networks where at least a substantial portion of the interconnected devices are capable of interacting with one or more neighboring devices, and then to form such a network either with no gateway and/or control point, with a single gateway and/or control point or with a number of gateways and/or control points.