Mobile Terminal Data Segmentation for Bandwidth Reduction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for downloading streaming media on mobile terminals result in inefficient bandwidth usage and increased costs due to each device downloading the same content separately, leading to overload and resource wastage, especially when multiple users attempt to access the same content simultaneously.
Innovation Solution
A method and system where data is divided into segments, with one mobile terminal acting as a master to allocate and manage downloads among other mobile terminals, allowing them to share and distribute the data segments, reducing the overall download time and increasing speed by utilizing local networks like Bluetooth or infrared.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If each mobile terminal downloads data separately through GPRS or dial-up, then each terminal can access and download movies independently, but bandwidth is wasted due to repeated downloads, download speed is lower than playback speed, and cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the download task by dividing data into multiple data task segments that are allocated to different mobile terminals. Instead of each terminal downloading the complete file separately, the download process is partitioned into segments that can be distributed across multiple devices, reducing redundant bandwidth consumption while maintaining independent access capability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple users download the same streaming media simultaneously through separate connections, then each user can access the content independently, but network bandwidth is overloaded and resources are wasted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple download requests for the same content into a single coordinated download process. Multiple mobile terminals that want to access the same streaming media are grouped together, and their download tasks are combined and managed collectively, allowing simultaneous access while optimizing bandwidth utilization through shared network resources.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal download mechanism where a group of mobile terminals can collectively access streaming media through a shared download process. The system provides multi-functionality by allowing the same download infrastructure to serve multiple users simultaneously, rather than requiring separate dedicated connections for each user.
3Ease of operation
If streaming media is downloaded in real-time while playing, then users can view content during download, but network bandwidth is heavily occupied and download speed cannot meet playback requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-dividing the data into segments and pre-allocating them to multiple terminals before the actual playback begins. This preparation phase allows the system to set up the segmented download structure in advance, so that when playback starts, multiple terminals can simultaneously download their assigned segments at optimized speeds, meeting playback requirements without heavy single-point bandwidth occupation.
Data Source
AI summary
The invention discloses a method and system for downloading data to mobile terminals, a mobile terminal that utilizes the method, and a method and a system for implementing data sharing between mobile terminals. The method for data downloading includes: dividing data to be downloaded into multiple data task segments by a master mobile terminal, and allocating the data task segments to one or more mobile terminals; downloading the data by the mobile terminals in accordance with the allocated data task segments; judging by the master mobile terminal whether there are any data task segments that have not been downloaded; and if yes, allocating the data task segments to at least one mobile terminal that has finished downloading data task segment; and if no, terminating the download procedure. The system for data downloading includes: a server, at least a master mobile terminal, and at least a slave mobile terminal.