Motion-Controlled Wireless Device for Network Optimization

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Solution Overview

Problem

Wireless networks, particularly Wi-Fi networks, face issues such as connectivity problems, poor throughput, and reduced performance due to contention among devices, interference from non-WiFi devices, and sub-optimal network configuration, leading to user experience issues and increased operational costs.

Innovation Solution

A motion-controlled device equipped with a receiver and controller that senses wireless communication signals and adjusts its positioning to optimize wireless network performance by analyzing signal quality and interfering factors, aiding in deployment, diagnosis, and repair of wireless networks.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Manufacturing precision

If manual positioning and measurement of wireless network nodes is performed, then installation precision can be achieved, but labor time and operational complexity increase significantly

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation precisionVSAvoidlabor time
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The wireless device automatically performs positioning and measurement functions without requiring manual intervention. The device autonomously measures signal parameters, determines its own location, and provides feedback information, eliminating the need for human operators to physically access and measure each node's installation parameters.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces manual mechanical measurement processes with automated wireless signal-based measurement. Instead of physically accessing nodes to measure installation parameters, the system uses wireless signal transmission and reception to automatically determine positioning and measurement data.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Area of stationary object

If access points are placed in hard-to-reach locations to maximize coverage, then network coverage is improved, but ease of operation and maintenance deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenetwork coverageVSAvoidease of access
Core Design Contradiction:
Area of stationary objectVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The system replaces the need for physical access to measurement points with wireless remote measurement capabilities. The automated device can measure and diagnose network nodes from a distance using wireless signals, eliminating the requirement for operators to physically access hard-to-reach locations on towers, rooftops, or ceilings.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

3Measurement precision

If comprehensive wireless network measurements are performed to diagnose performance issues, then measurement precision improves, but device complexity and operational cost increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvediagnosis precisionVSAvoidoperational complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The wireless device autonomously performs comprehensive measurements and self-diagnosis without requiring complex external measurement equipment or multiple specialized tools. The device independently measures signal parameters, analyzes performance issues, and generates diagnostic information, simplifying the overall system complexity while maintaining high measurement precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The motion-controlled device enhances wireless network performance by optimizing signal strength, reducing interference, and improving user experience while reducing operational costs by automating network adjustments and diagnostics.

Implementation Method 1

The receiver is operative to sense wireless communication signals of a wireless network

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic radiation detection: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS9894536B2Motion-controlled device for supporting planning, deployment or operation of a wireless network
Publication Date: 2018.02.13 HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE DEV LP
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AI summary

Systems, methods and apparatuses for a motion-controlled device that is operable to support deployment or operation of a wireless network, are disclosed. One apparatus (motion-controlled device) includes a receiver, a motion controller, and a controller. The receiver is operative to sense wireless communication signals of a wireless network. The motion controller is operative to control a positioning of the motion-controlled device in a plurality of dimensions. The controller is operative to at least facilitate analysis of the sensed wireless communication signals, and provide a control signal to the motion controller, wherein the control signal controls the positioning of the motion-controlled device based at least in part on the sensed wireless communication signals.