Multi-Channel Data Segment Selection for Transmission Accuracy
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing data transmission methods face challenges in maintaining high transmission bit rates and reducing re-transmissions, particularly in environments where data signals are converted between different formats and protocols, leading to inaccuracies and inefficiencies.
Innovation Solution
The method involves dividing data packets into segments that include error detection and correction coding, transmitting these segments over multiple distinct communication channels, and selecting the most accurate segment based on quality thresholds and channel performance metrics for further processing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If data packets are transmitted over multiple communication channels to improve accuracy and reduce re-transmissions, then transmission reliability is improved, but device complexity increases due to multiple transceivers and channel management
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides data packets into segments and transmits them over multiple communication channels using separate transceivers. Each segment is independently transmitted and received, allowing the system to evaluate quality across different channels and select the best segment for reconstitution, thereby improving transmission reliability while managing complexity through modular processing
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates multiple copies of data segments and transmits them through different communication channels. By evaluating the quality of each received copy and selecting the best one based on quality metrics, the system improves transmission accuracy without requiring complex error correction protocols on each individual channel
2Reliability
If data segments are evaluated and selected based on quality thresholds and channel performance metrics to improve transmission accuracy, then transmission reliability is improved, but processing time increases due to evaluation and selection steps
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs quality evaluation and channel performance assessment as preliminary actions during the reception process. By establishing quality thresholds and performance metrics in advance, the system can quickly compare received segments and make selection decisions without extensive post-processing, reducing the time penalty associated with evaluation
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses quality thresholds and performance metrics as adjustable parameters to optimize the balance between selection accuracy and processing time. By tuning these parameters based on channel conditions and requirements, the system can adapt the evaluation strictness to minimize processing overhead while maintaining acceptable transmission reliability
3Reliability
If multiple copies of data segments are transmitted over separate channels to improve accuracy, then transmission reliability is improved, but data loss increases due to potential differences between segment copies
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms where the receiving transceiver evaluates the quality of received segment copies and provides performance metric information about each channel. This feedback enables the system to identify and select the most accurate segment copy, ensuring data integrity by choosing the version with the fewest errors or best quality metrics
Solution Approach 2:
The patent extracts and evaluates quality metrics from each received segment copy independently. By separating the evaluation process from the transmission process and assessing each copy's quality individually, the system can identify and eliminate inconsistent or erroneous segments, retaining only the most accurate data for reconstitution
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AI summary
Methods and systems for improving the quality of transmitted data are described. Multiple distinct communication channels are used to transmit segments representing the same pre-transmission block of a data packet. Upon receipt of these segments, a system identifies differences between the segments for those segments that meet a quality threshold. The system selects one of segments for subsequent transmission or re-assembly into a data packet based on the prior performance of the communication channels used to transmit the segments.