Light Transmission Device Dynamic Processing Sequence Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing light transmission devices cannot dynamically switch processing sequences for optical modules from different manufacturers, leading to potential activation failures and suboptimal performance when optical modules are changed during operation.
Innovation Solution
A light transmission device with a storage means for processing sequences associated with optical module identification information and a control means to acquire and execute the appropriate sequence based on the module's vendor information, allowing for flexible switching of processing sequences.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed processing sequence is used for all optical modules, then device complexity is reduced and ease of operation is improved, but adaptability deteriorates when optical modules from different manufacturers are used
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic processing sequence selection mechanism where the system automatically chooses different processing sequences based on the detected manufacturer of the optical module. The control unit stores multiple processing sequences (first processing sequence for first manufacturer, second processing sequence for second manufacturer) and dynamically switches between them based on identification information from the optical module, thereby achieving adaptability without manual reconfiguration.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs self-identification of the optical module manufacturer through detection of identification information (such as vendor-specific prefixes in serial numbers or dedicated identification fields). Based on this self-detected information, the control unit automatically selects and executes the appropriate processing sequence without requiring external intervention or manual configuration, enabling the system to serve itself in adapting to different manufacturers.
2Adaptability or versatility
If optical modules are changed during operation to improve flexibility and performance optimization, then adaptability is improved, but reliability deteriorates due to potential activation failures
Solution Approach 1:
The patent stores multiple processing sequences in advance in the control unit, specifically preparing a first processing sequence for optical modules from a first manufacturer and a second processing sequence for optical modules from a second manufacturer. When an optical module is changed during operation, the system immediately detects the manufacturer through identification information and executes the pre-prepared corresponding processing sequence, ensuring reliable activation without delays or failures.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates a feedback mechanism where the control unit detects identification information from the mounted optical module (such as vendor-specific prefixes in serial numbers or dedicated identification fields) and uses this feedback to automatically select the appropriate processing sequence. This closed-loop feedback ensures that the correct processing sequence is always executed for the current optical module, maintaining high activation reliability during hot-swapping operations.
3Reliability
If vendor-specific processing sequences are implemented to improve reliability and performance, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The control unit automatically performs vendor identification by detecting identification information from the optical module (such as vendor-specific prefixes in serial numbers or dedicated identification fields) and autonomously selects the appropriate processing sequence without requiring external configuration or manual intervention. This self-service approach manages the complexity of multiple vendor-specific sequences internally while presenting a simple interface to the user.
Solution Approach 2:
The control unit is designed with universal functionality to support multiple manufacturers' optical modules through a single unified device. By integrating multiple processing sequences (first processing sequence for first manufacturer, second processing sequence for second manufacturer) into one control unit and implementing automatic vendor identification, the system achieves multi-functionality that handles different vendor requirements through a single versatile platform rather than requiring separate devices for each manufacturer.
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AI summary
Provided are a light transmission device and a control method of same which can switch a processing sequence according to a vendor of an optical module to be mounted thereon. The light transmission device, which is provided with ports on which optical modules which transmit an optical signal are mounted, is additionally provided with: a storage means for holding a table in which processing sequences respectively corresponding to pieces of identification information about the optical modules are stored; and a control means for acquiring pieces of identification information about the mounted optical modules, determining, with reference to the table, a processing sequence corresponding to the identification information about the acquired optical module, and executing the determined processing sequence for the optical module.