Multi-Interface Transceiving Over a Single Optical Link
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing information transceiving systems face limitations due to the need for specific interface matching and the use of optical fibers, leading to increased complexity, cost, and synchronization issues when connecting devices with different transceiving specifications.
Innovation Solution
An information transceiving method and system that allows devices with multiple interfaces to classify and transmit information based on characteristics, using a single physical transmission line and reducing the number of fiber converters.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional adapting devices are used for interface conversion, then interface compatibility is improved, but device complexity and cost increase due to one-to-one conversion requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal transceiving device that can handle multiple transceiving specifications (HDMI, USB-C, PCIe, etc.) through a single interface. The device classifies incoming information based on its characteristics and converts it to appropriate formats for different output interfaces, eliminating the need for multiple dedicated converting devices. This multi-functional approach resolves the contradiction by improving interface compatibility while reducing overall system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary transceiving device that acts as a mediator between different transceiving specifications. This device receives information from one interface type, classifies it according to information characteristics, and then transmits it through optical fibers to appropriate receiving devices. The intermediary approach allows heterogeneous interfaces to communicate without requiring direct one-to-one conversion pairs, thereby reducing complexity.
2Reliability
If optical fibers are used for long-distance transmission, then transmission stability is improved, but the number of fiber converters increases and cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple fiber conversion functions into a single transceiving device. Instead of having separate fiber converters for each transceiving specification (HDMI, USB-C, PCIe), the device integrates all conversion functions into one unit that can handle multiple specifications simultaneously. This combining approach maintains transmission stability through optical fiber while significantly reducing the number of fiber converters needed in the system.
Solution Approach 2:
The transceiving device is designed with universal functionality to support multiple transceiving specifications through a single optical fiber connection. The device can classify and convert different types of information (video, audio, data) according to their characteristics and transmit them through the same optical fiber infrastructure, eliminating the need for multiple specialized fiber converters and reducing system complexity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple transceiving specifications are supported, then adaptability is improved, but synchronization problems occur during data transmission
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary classification of information based on its characteristics before transmission. The transceiving device identifies the type of information (video, audio, data) and its required transmission parameters in advance, then applies appropriate conversion and synchronization settings. This preliminary action ensures that each type of information is handled with the correct synchronization parameters, maintaining reliability while supporting multiple specifications.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent dynamically changes transmission parameters based on the classified information characteristics. Different information types (HDMI video, USB-C data, PCIe signals) are transmitted with appropriately adjusted parameters such as bandwidth allocation, timing synchronization, and protocol conversion. This parameter adaptation allows the system to maintain synchronization across multiple transceiving specifications by optimizing transmission settings for each information type.
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AI summary
An information transceiving method, applied to an information transceiving system (100, 200) comprising a transmission device (101) and a reception device (103). The transmission device (101) comprises a first TX input interface (TR_1) following a first transceiving specification and a second TX input interface (TR_2) following a second transceiving specification. The reception device (103)0 comprises a first RX output interface (RO_1) following a third transceiving specification. The information transceiving method comprises: (a) respectively receiving first, second information by the first, second TX input interface (TR_1, TR_2); (b) classifying according to information characteristics of the first, second information by the transmission device (101), to acquire first, second classifying results of the first, second information; and (c) transmitting the first information or the second information to the first RX output interface (RO_1) via a physical transmission line (105), corresponding to the first, second classifying results by the transmission device (101).