Mobile Data Center Segmentation for Portability and Security
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for a portable computing system that is not only mobile and versatile but also provides secure protection for sensitive information, addressing the limitations of traditional desktop and laptop computers which are susceptible to data corruption and theft.
Innovation Solution
A mobile deployable data center (DDC) is described, comprising a secure carrying case with a portable computing device and a reader, where the device is removably coupled to the reader, allowing for secure and portable computing operations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Power
If desktop computers are used to provide sufficient computing capabilities, then computing power is improved, but portability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The computing system is divided into two separate components: a portable computing device containing the processor and data storage, and a reader device containing the display and input interfaces. This segmentation allows the computing device to be small and portable while the reader provides the necessary output and input capabilities when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The display monitor and keyboard are extracted from the portable computing device and placed in a separate reader device. This extraction allows the computing device to be minimized in size for portability while still providing access to full computing interfaces through the reader when connected.
2Adaptability or versatility
If traditional computing devices are used, then computing functionality is provided, but security against data corruption and theft deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The data storage is extracted and placed in a separate portable computing device that can be securely carried by the user, while the reader device remains at a fixed location. This physical separation ensures that sensitive data travels only with the user in the portable device, not on network connections or shared systems, thereby improving security against data theft and corruption.
3Weight of moving object
If laptop computers are used to improve portability, then mobility is improved, but computing quality deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The portable computing device combines with the reader device when connected, creating a full-featured computing system. The processor and data from the portable device merge with the display and input interfaces of the reader, providing complete computing quality while maintaining the ability to separate them for portability when needed.
4Adaptability or versatility
If desktop computers are used to provide full computing features, then computing versatility is improved, but ease of transport deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The computing system is segmented into a portable computing device that contains all essential computing components (processor, data storage) and can be easily carried, and a reader device that provides display and input interfaces. This segmentation enables the user to transport only the essential computing components while still accessing full computing features when the devices are connected.
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AI summary
A portable and mobile deployable data center (DDC) is disclosed, which includes various components that enables the DDC to have multiple functions including, computing, data storage and retrieval, communications and routing. A DDC includes a rugged case that suitable for harsh environments, an interconnection mechanism, a plurality of hot swappable readers, a plurality of hot swappable portable computing devices, and a plurality of hot swappable power supplies.