Intermediate Device Connection Request for Seeker Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless systems require time-consuming standard procedures for a seeker device to connect to a target device, which can be unnecessary and inefficient, especially when devices are not in close proximity.
Innovation Solution
A method and system where an intermediate device facilitates the connection between a seeker device and a target device by sending a connection request with the seeker's identifier and P2P parameters, allowing the seeker device to establish a connection without explicit user interaction and optimizing the connection process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the seeker device follows the standard set of procedures for initiating a connection with the target device, then the connection can be established reliably, but the connection process becomes time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The target device performs preliminary actions by broadcasting its identifier and P2P parameters through the intermediate device before the seeker device attempts connection. This pre-publication of connection information allows the seeker device to establish connection faster without following the complete standard procedure, resolving the contradiction between reliable connection establishment and connection time
2Reliability
If the seeker device follows the standard connection procedures, then proper authentication and service setup are ensured, but unnecessary steps are performed when devices are not in close proximity
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the essential connection information (identifier and P2P parameters) from the standard connection procedure and transmits it through the intermediate device. This allows the seeker device to skip unnecessary standard procedures while maintaining essential authentication, improving efficiency without sacrificing reliability
3Speed
If MAC address exchange is used to automatically trigger connectivity, then connection can be initiated quickly, but the seeker device still must follow standard connection procedures afterward
Solution Approach 1:
The invention merges the MAC address exchange mechanism with the identifier and P2P parameters transmission. The intermediate device combines these functions into a single information packet that triggers automatic connectivity without requiring subsequent standard procedures, eliminating complexity while maintaining fast connection initiation
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AI summary
A method for initiating a connection is provided. The method includes receiving an intent by an intermediate device from a seeker device when the seeker device is connected to the intermediate device, wherein the intent comprises a service intent and an identifier of the seeker device and initiating the connection by sending a connection request to a target device by the intermediate device, wherein the connection request comprises the identifier of the seeker device and at least one parameter.