Multi-Device Hub Bulk IoT Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current IoT device installation processes are inefficient and unwieldy, requiring users to perform multiple operations and interactions with various IoT servers and communications networks, making it difficult to manage the installation of dozens or hundreds of devices.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a multi-device hub communicatively coupled with IoT devices and servers, which executes non-transient computer instructions for bulk registration and activation of multiple IoT devices, simplifying the process by identifying suitable servers and establishing secure communications links through gateways and networks.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional individual device installation process is used, then each device can be properly registered and activated, but the installation time and user effort increase significantly when installing multiple devices
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple individual device installation operations into a single bulk installation process. The system allows users to select and install multiple IoT devices simultaneously through one unified interface, merging what would otherwise be separate registration and activation steps into a consolidated operation that completes all installations in parallel rather than sequentially.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-selecting multiple devices for installation and preparing the installation parameters before execution. Users can choose multiple devices in advance, and the system prepares the bulk installation process, reducing the actual installation time when executed.
2Reliability
If multiple devices are installed individually, then each device receives proper configuration, but the complexity of managing multiple installation processes increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the management of multiple installation processes into a single unified interface. Instead of requiring users to manage separate installation workflows for each device, the system provides a consolidated view where multiple devices can be selected, configured, and installed through one process, significantly reducing the perceived complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The installation system is designed with universal functionality that handles various device types and configurations through a single standardized interface. The bulk installation process works across different device categories (security cameras, smart locks, thermostats, etc.) using the same workflow, eliminating the need for device-specific installation procedures.
3Productivity
If bulk installation of multiple devices is performed, then installation efficiency improves, but the risk of network overload increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements periodic action by executing bulk device installations in controlled batches or intervals rather than all at once. This allows the network to process installations in manageable segments, preventing overload while maintaining efficient bulk installation capabilities. The system can pause and resume operations to maintain network stability.
4Reliability
If traditional installation process is used, then proper security authentication is performed for each device, but user effort and time consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple security authentication operations into a single bulk authentication process. Instead of requiring users to authenticate each device separately, the system consolidates the authentication workflow, performing security verification for all selected devices in one unified process that maintains security standards while reducing user effort.
Data Source
AI summary
Devices, systems, and processes for rapid installation of numerous Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices are described. For at least one embodiment, a system for installing multiple Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices may include a multi-device hub communicatively coupled to each of multiple IoT devices. One or more gateways are coupled to the multi-device hub. One or more IoT servers are coupled to at least one of the one or more gateways. The multi-device hub is configured to facilitate a bulk installation of the multiple IoT devices by executing non-transient computer instructions for registering and activating each of the IoT devices with use with one or more IoT servers.