Intent-Based Networking Scalability via Message Bus Partitioning

The patent segments the message bus system into multiple partitions, where each partition handles specific data items or topics. This segmentation allows the complex intent-based networking system to be divided into manageable, independent units that can be processed separately, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining management efficiency.

The patent introduces a message bus as an intermediary component between network elements and management systems. This mediator handles the complex messaging and data distribution tasks, allowing intent-based networking to function efficiently without directly increasing the complexity of core network management operations.

The patent divides the message bus into multiple partitions that can independently handle different data items. This segmentation enables scalable distribution of network data across partitions without requiring complex centralized coordination, as each partition operates semi-independently with clear boundaries.

The patent uses hashing functions to automatically determine data item placement across partitions based on parameter values (such as data item identifiers). This parameter-based distribution approach simplifies the complexity of data distribution by using deterministic rules rather than complex manual configuration or coordination mechanisms.

The message bus acts as an intermediary that manages publisher-subscriber relationships and message routing automatically. This mediator handles the complexity of matching publishers with subscribers, managing subscription lists, and routing messages appropriately, thereby providing network flexibility without exposing routing complexity to individual components.

The patent segments the subscriber management into partition-specific subscriber lists, where each partition maintains its own list of subscribers. This segmentation simplifies message routing complexity by limiting the scope of subscription management to individual partitions rather than requiring global coordination across the entire system.

The patent implements dynamic partition management where partitions can be added or removed based on system conditions and data requirements. This dynamic approach allows the system to adapt to changing network scales and data volumes while maintaining relatively simple management through automated partition creation and deletion based on predefined criteria.

The patent uses parameter-based thresholds and conditions to automatically trigger partition addition or removal. By monitoring system parameters such as data volume, message rate, or resource utilization, the system can dynamically adjust partition configuration without complex manual intervention, balancing adaptability with management simplicity.