Detachable Communication Module for GNSS Positioning Adaptability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing positioning devices lack adaptability to different communication technologies, leading to reliability issues due to obstacles, lack of coverage, and local regulations, which hinders accurate position determination.
Innovation Solution
A positioning device equipped with a detachable or switchable communication module and antenna, allowing it to adapt to various communication technologies and frequency ranges, ensuring reliable data reception and transmission by replacing modules as needed.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed communication module is used in positioning devices, then the device structure is simple, but the device cannot adapt to different communication technologies and frequency ranges, leading to reliability issues
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning device is divided into separate functional modules: a GNSS receiving unit and a detachable communication module. The communication module can be independently removed and replaced, allowing the antenna to be adapted to different communication technologies while keeping the main device structure simple and modular.
Solution Approach 2:
The positioning device is designed with universal interfaces and detachable communication modules that can support multiple communication technologies (UHF, VHF, GSM, CDMA, 3G, 4G, satellite communication). This allows a single base device to perform multiple communication functions by simply changing the module, achieving multi-functionality without increasing overall device complexity.
2Reliability
If a single communication technology is used, then the device structure is simple, but the position determination reliability is reduced due to obstacles, lack of coverage, and local regulations
Solution Approach 1:
The communication module is designed to be dynamically changeable based on environmental conditions. Users can switch between different communication technologies (UHF, VHF, GSM, CDMA, 3G, 4G, satellite) depending on local coverage, obstacles, and regulations, making the system adaptable rather than static.
Solution Approach 2:
The device allows changing communication parameters by replacing the communication module with one optimized for different frequency ranges and communication protocols. This enables adaptation to various operational environments, improving reliability by selecting the most appropriate communication technology for each location.
3Adaptability or versatility
If communication modules are detachable or switchable, then the adaptability to communication technologies is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device is segmented into a permanent GNSS receiving unit and a detachable communication module. This segmentation allows the complex communication functionality to be isolated in separate, interchangeable units, making the overall system manageable despite its multi-technology capabilities.
Solution Approach 2:
The communication module is designed as a self-contained nested unit that includes the antenna and communication circuitry. This nested structure allows the module to be easily removed and replaced as a single unit, minimizing the complexity impact on the main device while maximizing adaptability.
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AI summary
Embodiments provide for a positioning device comprising a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) receiving unit, a communication antenna and a communication module. The GNSS receiving unit is adapted to receive satellite information. The communication antenna allows for reception and/or transmission of complementary data. The communication module is connectable to the GNSS receiving unit and the communication antenna. The communication module is configured to provide complementary data received at the communication antenna to the GNSS receiving unit and/or to provide complementary data generated at the GNSS receiving unit to the communication antenna. The communication module is detachable or switchable for adaptation to an available communication technology.