Intermediate Node Content Slicing for Reliable Web Delivery
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current Internet communication systems face inefficiencies due to network congestion, traffic load balancing, and unpredictable network behavior, leading to issues like packet loss, duplication, and out-of-order delivery, which existing protocols struggle to address effectively.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a system that utilizes devices capable of functioning as both end-users and intermediate nodes to enhance communication by optimizing TCP/IP protocols, specifically through improved connection management and packet routing techniques.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If TCP/IP protocols are used for Internet communication, then reliable data delivery is achieved, but network congestion and packet loss occur due to unpredictable network behavior
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces intermediate nodes (gateway devices) that act as mediators between end-user devices and the broader network. These intermediate nodes receive, process, and forward data packets, optimizing routing decisions and managing network traffic flow. By placing intelligent intermediaries at strategic points in the network, the system achieves both reliable delivery and improved efficiency without requiring changes to the core TCP/IP protocols.
2Stability of the object's composition
If existing TCP protocols are used, then connection management is maintained, but packet loss and duplication occur due to network congestion
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms where intermediate nodes monitor network conditions, packet delivery status, and congestion levels. This information is fed back to both end-user devices and gateway nodes, enabling dynamic adjustment of transmission parameters, routing decisions, and congestion control strategies. The feedback loop allows the system to respond to changing network conditions in real-time, maintaining connection stability while preventing packet loss and duplication.
3Device complexity
If traditional network architecture is used, then simple device functionality is maintained, but network congestion and traffic load balancing issues arise
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs intermediate nodes with multi-functionality, enabling them to perform diverse tasks including routing optimization, congestion control, packet inspection, and traffic load balancing. These gateway devices can operate in different modes and provide multiple services simultaneously, allowing the network to handle varying traffic patterns and requirements without increasing the complexity of end-user devices. The universal design principle enables flexible adaptation to different network conditions while maintaining simplicity at the edge.
Data Source
AI summary
A method for fetching a content from a web server to a client device is disclosed, using tunnel devices serving as intermediate devices. The client device accesses an acceleration server to receive a list of available tunnel devices. The requested content is partitioned into slices, and the client device sends a request for the slices to the available tunnel devices. The tunnel devices in turn fetch the slices from the data server, and send the slices to the client device, where the content is reconstructed from the received slices. A client device may also serve as a tunnel device, serving as an intermediate device to other client devices. Similarly, a tunnel device may also serve as a client device for fetching content from a data server. The selection of tunnel devices to be used by a client device may be in the acceleration server, in the client device, or in both. The partition into slices may be overlapping or non-overlapping, and the same slice (or the whole content) may be fetched via multiple tunnel devices.