Interference Signal Generation via Dual-Stage Frequency Conversion

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing interference signal generation technologies are inefficient in immediately generating interference signals to disrupt wireless communication, particularly in environments like test halls or concert halls, where timely interference is necessary.

Innovation Solution

An interference signal generation system comprising a first converter for frequency conversion based on the center frequency of the target frequency band, a second converter for further frequency conversion, and a system with antennas and amplifiers to transmit the interference signal, allowing for real-time processing and immediate generation of interference signals.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If a received signal is stored and an interference signal is generated using the stored signal, then the interference signal can be generated with reference to the original signal characteristics, but processing takes time and an interference signal cannot be immediately generated

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinterference signal generation accuracyVSAvoidsignal processing time
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The frequency conversion process is prepared in advance by configuring the converter to perform frequency shifting based on the center frequency of the target frequency band. This allows the system to immediately generate interference signals without needing to store and process the entire received signal, as the conversion mechanism is pre-established

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The invention extracts only the essential characteristic (center frequency) needed for interference signal generation, rather than storing the entire received signal. By identifying and using only the center frequency parameter, the system achieves rapid interference signal generation while maintaining effectiveness

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

2Speed

If frequency conversion is performed based on center frequency, then immediate interference signal generation is achieved, but multiple conversion stages increase device complexity

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinterference signal generation speedVSAvoidconverter structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The frequency conversion process is divided into two distinct stages: a first converter that performs initial frequency conversion, and a second converter that performs further frequency conversion. This segmentation allows each converter to be optimized for its specific function, achieving rapid processing while managing complexity through modular design

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The first converter acts as an intermediary between the received signal and the second converter. It performs an intermediate frequency conversion that prepares the signal for the final conversion stage, enabling the system to achieve rapid interference signal generation through a staged approach rather than a single complex conversion

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enables immediate generation of interference signals when wireless signals to be interfered with are detected, avoiding the need for signal storage and ensuring timely disruption of wireless communication without affecting unintended frequency bands.

Implementation Method 1

a first converter configured to perform conversion of a frequency of an input signal based on a center frequency of a frequency band which is to be interfered with

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectFrequency conversion:

Implementation Method 2

a second converter configured to further perform conversion on a frequency of an output signal of the first converter based on the center frequency

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectFrequency conversion:

Implementation Method 3

a first amplifier configured to amplify the signal received by the first antenna

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSignal amplification:

Implementation Method 4

a second amplifier configured to amplify an output signal of the interference signal generation device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSignal amplification:

Data Source

PatentUS11196506B2Interference signal generation device, interference signal generation system, and interference signal generation method
Publication Date: 2021.12.07 NEC CORP
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AI summary

An interference signal generation device includes a first converter configured to perform conversion on a frequency of an input signal based on a center frequency of a frequency band to be interfered, and a second converter configured to further perform conversion on a frequency of an output signal of the first converter based on the center frequency.