Motion-Sensing Service Transfer for Faster Device Handoffs
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current network technologies require lengthy procedures for transferring services between user devices, necessitating more convenient methods and systems for seamless service transfer.
Innovation Solution
Implementing user devices with motion or position sensors to detect movement and direction, allowing for automatic service transfer to a target device by pointing the user device in the desired direction.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional transfer protocols are used for service transfer, then service transfer can be achieved, but the procedure becomes lengthy and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables automatic service transfer without requiring manual user intervention. When a user device detects movement through its sensors, the system automatically identifies the target device and executes service transfer in the detected direction, eliminating the need for users to manually initiate or configure transfer procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical/manual transfer protocols with sensor-based automatic detection. Motion sensors, GPS, and other positioning systems substitute for manual user actions, enabling the system to automatically determine transfer direction and execute service redirection based on detected device movement.
2Ease of operation
If manual service transfer procedures are used, then service can be transferred, but the process requires complex user intervention
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs service transfer automatically based on sensor detection without requiring users to understand or configure complex transfer protocols. The device self-determines the transfer target and executes the transfer process, shielding users from protocol complexity while maintaining ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces sensor systems and automatic detection mechanisms as intermediaries between the user and the service transfer process. These intermediaries translate physical device movement into automated transfer actions, abstracting away the complexity of underlying transfer protocols from the user.
3Productivity
If automatic service transfer is implemented, then transfer time is reduced, but device complexity increases due to sensor requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent leverages existing multi-functional sensor systems already present in mobile devices for purposes beyond service transfer. Accelerometers, gyroscopes, GPS receivers, and magnetometers are used for both navigation, fitness tracking, and service transfer detection, distributing the complexity across devices that would otherwise need dedicated transfer hardware.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses the device's own built-in sensors to detect movement and determine transfer direction, eliminating the need for external sensor systems or additional hardware. The device serves itself by utilizing its existing sensor capabilities to enable automatic service transfer functionality.
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
Enables convenient and efficient service transfer between devices by detecting movement and direction, reducing the complexity and time required for service redirection.
Implementation Method 1
The movement of the user device can be detected by one or more motion or position sensors such as a magnetometer, a gyroscope, an accelerometer
Implementation Method 2
The movement of the user device can be detected by one or more motion or position sensors such as a magnetometer, a gyroscope, an accelerometer
Implementation Method 3
The movement of the user device can be detected by one or more motion or position sensors such as a magnetometer
Implementation Method 4
a global positioning system (GPS) device
Data Source
AI summary
Methods and systems for service transfer are disclosed. A movement of a user device may be detected by one or more sensors implemented in the user device. A transfer of service may occur based on the movement of the user device.