Multimedia Aggregation via Base64 Encoding and XML Bundling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing multimedia content creation and sharing systems for smart terminals face challenges due to complex encoding processes that exceed terminal computing power and lack effective content protection, as well as limitations in aggregating and rendering diverse media types.
Innovation Solution
A method for end-to-end multimedia content aggregation and sharing using a low-complexity encoding approach, specifically a base64 encoding method, combined with XML file format and embedded content protection mechanisms, to create a single aggregated file that can be easily processed and played on smart terminals, utilizing a dedicated service platform and terminal player.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If complex encoding processing is used for multimedia content, then content protection is improved, but terminal playback capability deteriorates due to high decoding complexity and limited computing power
Solution Approach 1:
The encoding process is segmented into two distinct stages: server-side complex encoding with strong protection mechanisms, and client-side simple decoding with basic protection. This segmentation allows the server to apply robust content protection (solving the reliability issue) while the terminal only needs to handle lightweight decoding operations (solving the playback capability issue). The patent implements this by performing complex encoding including encryption and watermarking on the server, then transmitting the encoded content to terminals for simple playback.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate files are used for different multimedia contents, then content flexibility is improved, but aggregation and sharing efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple separate multimedia files are merged into a single aggregated file that contains all content types (images, audio, video, text) in one package. This merging approach maintains the flexibility of having different content types while dramatically improving aggregation and sharing efficiency. The patent implements this by creating a unified file structure that bundles multiple media files with their metadata into one shareable unit, eliminating the need to manage and transfer multiple separate files.
3Ease of manufacture
If existing telecommunication infrastructures are used for content sharing, then system deployment cost is reduced, but functionality and performance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system is designed with universal components that can operate across existing telecommunication infrastructures while providing advanced multimedia aggregation and sharing capabilities. The server implements multiple functions including encoding, protection, and aggregation in a single platform, making it adaptable to various network environments without requiring specialized infrastructure. This multi-functionality approach maintains deployment cost efficiency while enhancing system capabilities.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a method for sharing files in a telecommunication network comprising a media server, said method being carried out by said media server and comprising the acts of: - receiving from a first user equipment a plurality of media objects of various media types, - combining said media objects into one media file of a given media type, - sending said media file to a second user equipment for subsequent rendering on a media player associated with said given media type.