Hybrid Communication Network for Smartphone Reliability
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Solution Overview
Problem
In situations where cellular networks are non-existent or have poor connectivity, such as during military operations or catastrophic events, existing communication methods fail to provide reliable alternative communication solutions for smartphones and tablets.
Innovation Solution
A hybrid communication network is established by coupling a server to both a radio frequency network and another communication network, allowing a communication device to select the optimal mode of communication between these networks, utilizing a radio frequency transceiver and a communication device configured to communicate over multiple networks, including cellular, WiFi, and radio frequency networks.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a communication device relies on cellular networks for communication, then communication functionality is provided, but communication reliability fails in areas with poor or no cellular coverage
Solution Approach 1:
The communication device is configured to communicate over multiple network types including cellular networks, WiFi networks, and radio frequency networks. The device includes multiple transceivers (cellular transceiver, WiFi transceiver, and radio frequency transceiver) that can be selectively activated based on network availability, enabling universal communication functionality across diverse network environments rather than relying on a single cellular network
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically selects and switches between different communication modes (cellular, WiFi, radio frequency) based on real-time network availability and communication requirements. The server coordinates mode selection by pinging available networks and determining the optimal communication path, allowing the system to adapt its network strategy dynamically rather than being static
2Reliability
If a hybrid communication network with multiple networks is established, then communication reliability in challenging situations is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
A server acts as an intermediary between multiple communication networks and the communication device. The server receives pings from the device, determines which networks are available and optimal for communication, and coordinates the selection of communication modes. This intermediary approach centralizes the complexity of managing multiple networks, allowing the device to benefit from network diversity without bearing the full burden of direct multi-network management
Solution Approach 2:
The communication device autonomously pings available networks to determine their availability and sends this information to the server. The device initiates the network discovery process without requiring manual configuration, and the server automatically determines the optimal communication path based on the ping results, reducing the operational complexity for the user
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AI summary
A communication network and method of communication is disclosed. A server is coupled to a hybrid communication network that includes a radio frequency communication network and at least one other communication network. A communication device is configured for communication over the hybrid communication network. A mode of communication between the communication device and the server is selected. A message is then communicated over the hybrid communication network using the selected mode of communication. The communication device may be a smartphone coupled to a radio frequency transceiver and configured to drive the radio frequency transceiver.