Mobile Device Base Station Network Sharing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Mobile devices equipped with wireless transceivers face connectivity issues when transitioning between hotspots, and existing solutions like portable wireless transceiver cards only provide network access to the hosting device, denying access to other users and occupying valuable I/O slots, with the added risk of loss or damage.
Innovation Solution
A mobile device is configured to function as a base station, enabling it to provide and manage access to various networks (Wi-Fi, WiMax, Internet, cellular) for both mobile and non-mobile devices, acting as an access point and managing secure connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a portable wireless transceiver card is provided to enable network access, then network connectivity is improved, but device complexity increases and I/O slots are occupied
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple network access capabilities (Wi-Fi, cellular, Bluetooth) into a single mobile device, eliminating the need for separate portable transceiver cards. The mobile device itself becomes the access point, merging the functions of network client and network provider into one device.
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile device is designed to perform multiple functions: it can act as a network client, a Wi-Fi access point, a cellular phone, and a Bluetooth device. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for dedicated hardware for each network type, reducing overall device complexity.
2Reliability
If a separate wireless transceiver card is used, then network access is enabled, but the risk of loss or damage increases
Solution Approach 1:
By integrating network access capabilities directly into the mobile device, the patent eliminates separate transceiver cards that could be lost or damaged. The network access functionality is merged with the main device, reducing the number of separate components that require protection.
3Reliability
If a portable wireless transceiver card is provided, then network connectivity is improved, but other users in the same location are denied access to the network
Solution Approach 1:
The mobile device automatically provides network access to other users without requiring manual configuration or additional hardware. The device self-configures as a Wi-Fi access point and automatically shares its network connection with nearby devices, enabling seamless network sharing.
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile device is designed to simultaneously serve as a network client for itself and as a network provider for other users. This dual role enables the device to share network access with multiple other devices in the vicinity.
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AI summary
A mobile device can be configured as a base station to be used by other mobile devices and non-mobile devices to gain access to network services. The mobile device can be configured to provide and manage secure access to variety of networks (e.g., Wi-Fi, WiMax, Internet, cellular) and network services (e.g., map services, web services, syncing services).