Dynamic Mobile Access Point Network Configuration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current communication networks are inadequate in supporting communication environments with both mobile and static nodes, particularly in complex arrays like the Internet of moving things, where they fail to provide reliable, scalable, and efficient connectivity and data management.
Innovation Solution
A communication network architecture that dynamically configures to support a mix of static and mobile nodes, using mobile access points (OBUs) and fixed access points to create a robust, scalable, and secure platform for connectivity, services, and Internet access, with adaptive protocols for power management, mobility management, and data processing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If current communication networks are used to support mobile and static nodes, then basic connectivity is provided, but reliability and scalability are inadequate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic network configuration where access points can transition between mobile and fixed states based on operational requirements. The system adapts its architecture by dynamically selecting between direct wireless connections, relay connections through other access points, or hybrid modes, allowing the network to reconfigure itself in response to changing reliability requirements and environmental conditions.
2Reliability
If a robust network architecture is created to improve reliability, then connectivity is enhanced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the network into independent access point units that can operate autonomously or cooperatively. Each access point maintains its own communication capabilities and can function independently, yet they can form coordinated networks when needed. This modular segmentation allows robust multi-hop routing and relay connections without requiring complex centralized control, thereby improving reliability while managing device complexity through distributed simplicity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If mobile access points are used to improve adaptability, then network versatility increases, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements periodic duty cycling where mobile access points alternately activate and deactivate based on network requirements and energy availability. Access points can transition between active communication modes and low-power states, periodically checking for network opportunities to transmit or relay data. This periodic operation maintains network adaptability by ensuring access points are available when needed while significantly reducing average energy consumption during idle or low-traffic periods.
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AI summary
Communication network architectures, systems, and methods for supporting a network of mobile nodes are disclosed. As a non-limiting example, various aspects of this disclosure provide communication network architectures, systems, and methods for supporting a dynamically configurable communication network comprising a complex array of both static and moving communication nodes (e.g., the Internet of moving things), where the network may involve autonomous and/or non-autonomous vehicles.