Multi-band Hybrid Wireless System for Gigabit Connectivity
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional wireless networks face challenges in providing Gigabit rate services with low power consumption, particularly in utilizing available wireless frequencies efficiently across various bands.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a multi-band hybrid Gigabit wireless communication system using low power distributed antennas, outdoor, and indoor access points that transmit communication signals across radio frequency and optical wave links, including regulated and unregulated bands, enabling ubiquitous connectivity and low power consumption.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a conventional wireless network uses a single RF frequency band for both indoor and outdoor use, then the network structure is simple, but it is difficult to provide Gigabit rate service with low power consumption
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless network is segmented into multiple frequency band subsystems (RF, microwave, millimeter wave, optical) that can be independently selected and activated. Each subsystem handles specific transmission scenarios, allowing the system to segment the total bandwidth into usable portions for different applications, thereby achieving high data rates without requiring all components to operate at maximum power simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically changes operating parameters by selecting different frequency bands and modulation schemes based on transmission distance, environment, and data rate requirements. For example, optical bands are used for short-range indoor connections requiring high data rates, while RF bands are used for longer-range outdoor connections with lower power requirements, optimizing the balance between productivity and energy consumption.
2Productivity
If the system utilizes all available wireless frequencies including optical bands, then the bandwidth and data rate are significantly improved, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless communication system is designed with multi-functionality to operate across multiple frequency bands (RF, microwave, millimeter wave, and optical) using a unified architecture. The base station and access points are equipped with universal interfaces that can handle different band types, allowing the same hardware platform to serve multiple purposes and frequency ranges, thereby increasing available bandwidth without proportionally increasing system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces intermediary components such as optical-to-RF converters and signal conditioners that bridge different frequency bands. These intermediaries enable seamless transitions between bands and simplify the integration of multiple frequency systems by providing standardized interfaces, thus managing system complexity while maximizing the utilization of available spectral resources.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the system uses multiple frequency bands and transmission modes, then the adaptability and coverage are improved, but the difficulty of system implementation and coordination increases
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless network employs dynamic band selection and adaptive modulation techniques that automatically adjust the operating frequency band and transmission parameters based on real-time channel conditions, distance, and traffic requirements. This dynamic adaptation simplifies implementation by eliminating the need for manual configuration of multiple static systems, as the network autonomously selects the most appropriate transmission mode for each scenario.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates feedback mechanisms where the base station and access points continuously monitor signal quality, interference levels, and transmission success rates across different frequency bands. This feedback information is used to automatically adjust transmission parameters, select optimal bands, and coordinate between multiple access points, thereby improving network adaptability while reducing implementation complexity through automated control loops.
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
This system achieves ubiquitous hyper-connectivity, true broadband, and seamless operation while reducing power consumption by utilizing unregulated bandwidths and minimizing interference, supporting fixed, nomadic, and mobile scenarios.
Implementation Method 1
at least one of the at least one indoor access point is coupled to at least one white light LED source configured to retransmit the communication signal to the terminal
Implementation Method 2
at least one of the at least one indoor access point is coupled to at least one photo detector configured to receive a communication signal from the terminal
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AI summary
Aspects of the present invention provide a multi-band hybrid Gigabit wireless communication system which is enabled by a number of different complementary access technologies to realize ubiquitous hyper-connectivity, true broadband, seamless operation and low power consumption. The system is capable of serving fixed, nomadic and mobile scenarios. The multi-band wireless system is a low power wireless system which operates in different frequency bands covering the spectrum from radio wave to optical wave by making use of both regulated bandwidths and unregulated bandwidths. Using low power distributed antenna and low power indoor and outdoor antennas enables the use of unregulated bandwidths as well as regulated bandwidths as the low power nature of the signals reduces the possibility of interference with the regulated use of the signals.