Multi-Standard Communication Controller for Coordinated Function Execution
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current information processing systems lack efficient mechanisms for coordinating functions across devices with different communication standards, leading to limitations in data exchange and functionality execution.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus with plural communication units and a controller that manages coordinated functions by switching communication standards and frequencies based on the communication partner and environment, enabling execution of specific functions through a coordinated function management table.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a device uses multiple communication units with different communication standards, then adaptability to various communication environments is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The information processing apparatus incorporates multiple communication units (first communication unit for first communication standard, second communication unit for second communication standard) within a single device, enabling it to universally communicate across different communication standards and protocols. This multi-functionality approach allows the device to adapt to various communication environments without requiring separate dedicated devices for each standard.
Solution Approach 2:
The controller dynamically switches between different communication units based on the communication environment and requirements. The system can adaptively select which communication standard to use at any given time, making the communication capability flexible and dynamic rather than fixed. This dynamic switching resolves the contradiction by managing complexity through intelligent control rather than static hardware design.
2Reliability
If communication is performed using a specific communication standard, then coordinated function execution is improved, but compatibility with other standards deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The communication functionality is segmented into separate communication units, each dedicated to a specific communication standard. The first communication unit handles the first communication standard while the second communication unit handles the second communication standard. This segmentation allows each unit to be optimized for its specific standard, ensuring reliable coordinated function execution within each standard while maintaining overall compatibility through the presence of multiple specialized units.
Solution Approach 2:
The controller acts as an intermediary that manages and coordinates between different communication units and the coordinated function execution. It determines which communication unit to use based on the communication partner and environment, enabling seamless switching between standards while maintaining reliable function execution. The controller mediates between the specialized communication units and the application layer, resolving the contradiction between standard-specific optimization and multi-standard compatibility.
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AI summary
An information processing apparatus includes: a plurality of communication units configured to communicate with another device; and a controller configured to control execution of a coordinated function when the communication unit performs communication with the another device in accordance with a specific communication standard, wherein the coordinated function is executable with the another device and the information processing apparatus.