Imaging Apparatus Communication Disconnection Handling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing imaging apparatus systems fail to terminate a photographing operation when communication between the master camera and slave cameras is disconnected, leading to incomplete or ongoing operations.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating a detection unit within the imaging apparatus to detect communication disconnection and an operation control unit that controls the execution of predetermined operations based on pre-set settings, allowing for autonomous termination of operations even without continuous communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the master camera repeatedly transmits the photographing end command by unicast to slave cameras, then the photographing operation can be terminated successfully when communication is maintained, but the photographing operation cannot be terminated when communication is disconnected
Solution Approach 1:
The slave camera is pre-configured with a photographing end detection unit that monitors for communication disconnection. When disconnection is detected, the unit automatically executes the photographing end operation without requiring a command from the master camera. This preliminary setup enables autonomous termination capability that activates only when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The slave camera performs self-diagnosis of communication status through the detection unit and autonomously decides to terminate photographing operations when disconnection is detected. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for continuous master camera control and repeated command transmission, resolving the contradiction between reliability and complexity.
2Device complexity
If the system assumes continuous successful communication between master and slave cameras, then the control system remains simple, but the system fails to handle communication disconnection scenarios
Solution Approach 1:
The detection unit is pre-installed in the slave camera to monitor communication status. This preliminary action enables the system to detect disconnection events and trigger autonomous termination procedures, ensuring operation completion reliability without significantly increasing control system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The detection unit continuously monitors communication status and provides feedback to the control unit. When disconnection is detected, this feedback triggers the photographing end operation. This simple feedback mechanism adds robustness to handle communication failures without requiring complex control logic.
3Reliability
If the master camera transmits end commands repeatedly, then termination reliability improves under normal conditions, but time is wasted when communication is already disconnected
Solution Approach 1:
The slave camera's detection unit autonomously monitors communication status and terminates photographing operations when disconnection is detected, without waiting for or requiring repeated commands from the master camera. This eliminates wasted transmission time while ensuring reliable operation termination.
Solution Approach 2:
The detection unit is prepared in advance to immediately execute termination operations upon detecting communication disconnection. This preliminary readiness eliminates the need for repeated command transmissions and associated time delays, as the slave camera can self-terminate instantly when needed.
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AI summary
An imaging apparatus, comprising: a communication unit configured to communicate with an external device; an operation control unit configured to control execution of predetermined operation concerning photographing in accordance with a control signal received from the external device; and a detection unit configured to detect disconnection of communication with the external device, wherein the operation control unit is configured to control execution of the predetermined operation in accordance with a predetermined operation control setting when disconnection of the communication with the external device is detected during execution of the predetermined operation.