Multi-Mode Radio Circuit Dynamic Protocol Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless communication devices struggle to dynamically switch between different communication modes in response to system characteristics, such as the status of a communication link or device status, leading to inefficiencies and increased power consumption.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a multi-mode radio circuit and processing circuits with a mode switch controller that dynamically switches between different communication protocols, such as Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy, by enabling or disabling protocol-specific hardware based on system characteristics, allowing for efficient switching between modes without disrupting established communication links.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a device supports multiple communication protocols simultaneously, then adaptability is improved, but power consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically switches between different communication protocols (Bluetooth Classic and Bluetooth Low Energy) based on real-time system characteristics and communication requirements. The mode switch controller monitors link status, data transfer requirements, and power conditions to select the appropriate protocol, avoiding the need to maintain both protocols in a permanently active state.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes operational parameters by switching between different communication modes with distinct power consumption characteristics. Bluetooth Low Energy mode is selected for low-power scenarios and control signaling, while Bluetooth Classic mode is activated for high-bandwidth data transfers, optimizing the balance between adaptability and power usage.
2Reliability
If protocol-specific hardware is always enabled, then communication reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The radio circuit is designed with multi-functionality to support both Bluetooth Classic and Bluetooth Low Energy protocols using shared hardware resources. The mode switch controller and protocol processor can be configured to handle different protocol requirements, reducing the need for completely separate hardware paths for each protocol.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary configuration of protocol-specific hardware based on predicted communication requirements and system characteristics. The mode switch controller pre-configures the appropriate protocol stack and hardware settings before actual communication begins, ensuring reliability while avoiding the overhead of maintaining all hardware in a permanently enabled state.
3Loss of energy
If dynamic mode switching is implemented, then power efficiency is improved, but switching time and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary configuration of protocol-specific hardware and protocol stacks based on predicted communication requirements and system characteristics. The mode switch controller pre-configures the appropriate protocol settings before actual communication begins, minimizing the time required for protocol switching while maintaining power efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The mode switch controller continuously monitors system characteristics, communication link status, and power consumption to make real-time decisions about protocol switching. This feedback mechanism ensures that switching occurs only when necessary and that the system adapts to changing conditions, reducing unnecessary switching overhead.
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AI summary
Techniques for wireless communications are described. In an example embodiment, a method of configuring wireless communication between two devices comprises using two different communication channels each having a different number of timeslots, in which the first channel is used in a first mode, the second channel is used in the second mode, and operation transitions between the first mode and the second mode in accordance with a predetermined characteristic corresponding to the communication between the two devices.