Multimode Chip Resource Allocation for Conflict Resolution
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current multimode terminal devices face challenges with large module size, high cost, and high power consumption due to the use of multiple standalone single-mode chips for enabling multi-chip flow coordination and mode switching, and there is a lack of effective scheduling and conflict resolution for processor resources in multimode chips integrating multiple communication modes.
Innovation Solution
A multimode chip with a resource allocation circuit and at least two control circuits, where each control circuit corresponds to a communication mode, allowing for task scheduling and processor resource management to resolve conflicts and optimize resource usage across multiple communication modes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple standalone single-mode chips are used to enable multi-chip flow coordination and mode switching, then communication mode versatility is improved, but module size, cost, and power consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple communication modes (NB-IoT, GSM, LTE) onto a single chip by integrating multiple control circuits that support different communication protocols. This consolidation eliminates the need for separate standalone chips for each communication mode, thereby reducing module size while maintaining communication versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The multimode chip is designed with multi-functionality to support multiple communication modes simultaneously. The chip includes multiple control circuits (first control circuit for NB-IoT, second control circuit for GSM, third control circuit for LTE) that can operate independently or in coordination, enabling the single chip to perform functions that previously required multiple specialized chips.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple standalone single-mode chips are used for multi-chip flow coordination, then communication mode versatility is improved, but power consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
By combining multiple communication modes onto a single chip, the patent reduces the total number of active components. This consolidation decreases power consumption compared to having multiple standalone chips that would each require separate power supply circuits and independent operation, while still providing versatile communication capabilities.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple standalone single-mode chips are used, then communication mode versatility is improved, but cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent reduces manufacturing cost by merging multiple communication modes into a single chip structure. This eliminates the need for multiple separate chip assemblies, reducing material costs, assembly complexity, and quality control requirements while maintaining the ability to support multiple communication protocols.
4Device complexity
If processor resources are shared across multiple communication modes, then device complexity is reduced, but resource conflict occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a resource allocation mechanism with feedback control. The resource allocation circuit receives resource application requests from different control circuits, determines resource allocation based on predefined rules, and provides feedback to ensure reliable resource distribution. This feedback mechanism prevents resource conflicts while maintaining shared processor resources across multiple communication modes.
Solution Approach 2:
The resource allocation circuit acts as an intermediary between multiple control circuits that share processor resources. It mediates resource allocation decisions, ensuring that different communication modes can access shared resources without conflict. The intermediary manages the complexity of resource sharing and maintains system reliability through structured allocation protocols.
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AI summary
A terminal device is provided including: at least one card slot, configured to set a user identifying module; and a baseband processing chip, connected to the at least one card slot, where the baseband processing chip includes: a controlling module, configured to control selection and switching of at least two network modes; at least two communication protocol processing modules, respectively configured to perform camping on network for their corresponding network modes; a resource managing module, configured to manage resources of the baseband processing module and the radio frequency module used by the at least two network modes; a baseband processing module, configured to process baseband signals respectively corresponding to the at least two network modes; and a radio frequency module, configured to process radio frequency signals respectively corresponding to the at least two network modes.