IoT Resource Sharing for Malfunction Detection and Auto-Recovery
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for detecting device component malfunctions in IoT devices are inaccurate and resource-intensive, with complex processes for determining malfunction solutions and recovering device functions.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for sharing hardware and software resources between IoT devices, involving network registration, monitoring, and failover processes, where a processor detects malfunctions, identifies compatible resources, and automatically assigns or replaces faulty components to maintain device functionality.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional methods are used to detect device component malfunctions, then detection can be performed, but the process is inaccurate and requires a large amount of resources
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple sensors (accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, barometer, GPS, camera, microphone) into an integrated sensor fusion system. This merging allows cross-validation of data from multiple sources, improving detection accuracy while efficiently utilizing shared hardware resources across multiple IoT devices through the centralized platform.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal resource sharing platform where hardware and software resources from multiple IoT devices can be pooled and shared. The sensor data and processing capabilities serve multiple functions: detecting malfunctions, monitoring device health, and enabling failover operations across different devices, thereby reducing overall resource consumption per device.
2Ease of repair
If traditional methods are used to determine malfunction solutions and recover device functions, then recovery can be attempted, but the process is complicated and time consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary action by pre-configuring failover mechanisms and maintaining a pool of standby hardware and software resources. When a malfunction is detected, the system can immediately activate pre-prepared replacement resources or switch to backup components, eliminating the need for complex diagnostic and repair procedures during actual failures.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service through automated malfunction detection and failover execution. The sensor fusion platform automatically identifies failures, determines appropriate recovery actions, and switches to replacement resources without human intervention, greatly simplifying the repair process and reducing recovery time.
3Productivity
If hardware and software resources are shared between IoT devices, then resource efficiency improves, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary centralized platform that manages resource sharing between multiple IoT devices. This mediator handles the complexity of resource allocation, sensor data fusion, and failover coordination, allowing individual devices to remain relatively simple while benefiting from shared resources. The platform abstracts the complexity away from edge devices.
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AI summary
A method and system for improving shared hardware and software resource system is provided. The method includes detecting and registering an Internet of things (IOT) device connected to a network. Hardware/software resources and sensors associated with hardware and software operations executed by the IOT device are identified and all available data and associated metadata associated with the hardware/software resources and the sensors are stored in a database. Additional available hardware/software resources and sensors associated with a plurality of IOT devices connected to the network are displayed and a command signal for assigning a specified hardware/software resource or sensor to the IOT device is executed. A network identification code associated with a location of the specified hardware/software resource or sensor is retrieved and enabled with respect to said IOT device.