MEC Server Edge Service Groups for Wireless Media Distribution
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wireless communication systems lack efficient methods for providing edge computing services that offer seamless local and wide-area connectivity, media distribution, real-time communication, and location analysis within wireless communication platforms, particularly in cellular networks and WLANs.
Innovation Solution
Deployment of a multi-access edge computing (MEC) server in wireless communication networks, allowing for local service groups, edge-based media distribution, real-time communication, and location analysis services by managing and processing data within the coverage area of the wireless network, with integration of Internet services for wide-area connectivity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If edge computing services are provided through centralized Internet servers, then wide-area connectivity is achieved, but service latency and network load increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the centralized Internet service into distributed edge service groups deployed across multiple wireless networks. Each edge service group handles local service requests, while Internet servers handle wide-area connectivity. This segmentation reduces service latency by processing requests locally at the edge rather than routing all traffic through centralized Internet servers.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces edge service groups as intermediary components between end users and Internet servers. These edge service groups act as local mediators that can directly serve users within their wireless network coverage areas, reducing the need for users to connect to distant Internet servers and thereby reducing service latency and network load.
2Loss of time
If edge computing services are deployed locally in wireless networks, then service latency is reduced, but device complexity and deployment difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates universal edge service groups that can be deployed across different wireless network types (cellular, WLAN, etc.) and can provide multiple services including media distribution, real-time communication, and location analysis. This multi-functionality reduces deployment complexity by using a standardized edge service group architecture that can serve multiple purposes rather than requiring separate specialized systems for each service.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges multiple service functions (media distribution, real-time communication, location analysis) into a single integrated edge service group deployment. By combining these services in one unified edge computing infrastructure, the patent reduces the overall deployment complexity compared to implementing separate systems for each service function.
3Productivity
If edge computing services are provided, then local media distribution and real-time communication are enhanced, but network infrastructure requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements local quality by deploying edge service groups specifically within wireless network coverage areas to provide localized services. Each edge service group is positioned at the network edge closest to users, enabling local media distribution and real-time communication with enhanced efficiency while avoiding the need for complex centralized infrastructure for all services.
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AI summary
Generally, according to aspects of the present invention, a multi-access edge computing a.k.a., mobile edge computing (MEC) server may be deployed in a wireless communication network such as a cellular communication system and wireless local area network (WLAN) for provision of an edge-based MEC service in an edge site. The MEC service may include a local communication for an audio/video distribution, data analysis, audio/video upload, etc. An access to the Internet may be provided via an access point, gateway, etc. in the wireless communication network. An Internet server accessible over the Internet may provide an Internet service associated with the MEC service. The Internet service may include recording of the edge-based local communication, backup communication as an alternative to the edge-based local communication, transfer of a media file to be used in the edge-based local communication, etc.