Wireless Handoff Scanning Period Adaptation

The patent applies dynamics by transitioning from a fixed scanning-station period to a dynamic one that adjusts based on the mobile device's movement state. The system determines whether the device is stationary or moving, and further identifies movement direction and speed, then selects appropriate scanning periods from a pre-configured set. This dynamic adjustment ensures reliable handoff detection whether the device is idle or moving rapidly, resolving the contradiction between handoff reliability and system complexity.

The patent implements parameter changes by adjusting the scanning-station period based on the mobile device's movement characteristics. When the device is stationary, a longer scanning period is used to conserve power. When movement is detected, the system selects a shorter scanning period from pre-configured options corresponding to different movement speeds and directions. This parameter adaptation resolves the contradiction between handoff detection accuracy and power consumption by matching scanning frequency to actual movement needs.

The patent applies local quality by implementing different scanning strategies for different movement scenarios. Instead of uniform frequent scanning, the system configures specific scanning periods for different locations and movement states (stationary, moving, rapid movement). This localized adaptation ensures timely handoff detection only when and where necessary, resolving the contradiction between handoff detection timeliness and power consumption by avoiding unnecessary frequent scanning in stationary conditions.