Ad Hoc Mesh Radio Power Control for Interference and Battery Life

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional mobile communication devices are limited by the need to communicate directly with cellular base stations or wireless access points, which can be unavailable or performance-limited due to outages, hardware failures, adverse weather, or intentional sabotage, leading to reduced network range and bandwidth.

Innovation Solution

Implementing ad hoc wireless mesh networks where mobile devices communicate directly with each other, with a facility controlling radio power levels and data routing to optimize network performance and reduce interference.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If mobile devices communicate directly with cellular base stations or wireless access points, then network coverage and connectivity are maintained, but network functionality is reduced when base stations are unavailable or performance-limited

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvenetwork connectivityVSAvoidnetwork functionality

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces mobile devices as intermediary nodes that can relay communications when base stations are unavailable. These devices form ad hoc mesh networks, acting as mediators to maintain network connectivity and functionality in the absence of traditional infrastructure.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically switches between infrastructure-based communication (when base stations are available) and ad hoc mesh networking (when base stations are unavailable). This dynamic adaptation allows the network to maintain both reliability and versatility across different operational conditions.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Area of stationary object

If radio power levels are increased to extend network range, then coverage area is improved, but radio interference and energy consumption increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvenetwork coverage areaVSAvoidradio interference

Core Design Contradiction:

Area of stationary objectVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements localized power control where each device adjusts its radio power level based on its specific communication needs and local environment. Instead of uniform high power across the network, devices transmit at the minimum necessary power level for their particular link, reducing overall interference while maintaining coverage.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically changes radio power levels based on network conditions, distance between devices, and communication requirements. This parameter adjustment allows the network to extend coverage when needed while minimizing interference during normal operation.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

3Reliability

If radio power levels are increased to maintain communication quality, then signal reliability is improved, but battery life is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecommunication signal qualityVSAvoidbattery consumption

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic power level adjustment where devices transmit at the minimum necessary power to maintain acceptable communication quality. Power levels are changed based on signal conditions, distance, and network requirements, optimizing the trade-off between reliability and energy consumption.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The system uses partial power transmission rather than maximum power continuously. Devices adjust their transmission power to the minimum level needed for successful communication, avoiding excessive energy consumption while maintaining adequate signal quality for network operation.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #16Partial or excessive action

4Adaptability or versatility

If ad hoc mesh networks are implemented to improve network resilience, then network adaptability is enhanced, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvenetwork resilienceVSAvoidcommunication protocol complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a universal communication framework where mobile devices can operate in multiple modes: direct communication with base stations, peer-to-peer mesh networking, and hybrid modes. This multi-functionality allows devices to adapt to different network conditions without requiring completely separate systems.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The ad hoc mesh network implements self-organizing capabilities where devices automatically discover each other, establish connections, and route data without centralized control. This self-service approach reduces the complexity burden on individual devices while maintaining high network adaptability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS12557041B2Controlling network participants to select radio power levels that best serve the network and individual participants

Publication Date: 2026.02.17 QUIXOTIC HLDG LLC

AI summary

A facility that controls participants in an ad hoc peer wireless network to use transmission power level settings and routing paths that best serve individual participants in the network and the network as a whole is described. Variously, the facility modulates transmission power levels to extend participant battery life and reduce the likelihood of radio interference in the network; establishes routing paths that contribute to the effectiveness and continuing operation of the network; and monitors for and responds to the occurrence of interference in the network's communications.