Multi-Mode Network Access for Automatic Authentication Reconnection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing technologies face challenges in improving the success rate of network access by terminal devices due to network parameter changes or disconnections, particularly in environments with multiple communication networks supporting different authentication modes.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus for network access involving devices exchanging information to identify and prioritize communication networks that support a target authentication mode, such as Matter authentication, facilitating seamless reconnection and increased access success rates.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If terminal devices attempt to access communication networks with multiple authentication modes, then network access coverage is improved, but the complexity of authentication management increases
Solution Approach 1:
The terminal device automatically performs mutual authentication with network devices using the target authentication mode without requiring manual configuration or user intervention. The device independently identifies supported authentication modes and completes the authentication process, reducing management complexity while maintaining broad network access capability
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically selects and switches between different authentication modes (including the target authentication mode) based on network conditions and device capabilities. By changing authentication parameters adaptively, the system achieves versatile network access while simplifying the user experience through automated mode selection
2Reliability
If terminal devices use traditional authentication modes, then compatibility with existing networks is maintained, but the success rate of network access decreases due to network parameter changes or disconnections
Solution Approach 1:
The terminal device performs mutual authentication using the target authentication mode before actual network data transmission begins. This preliminary authentication establishes a secure and verified connection state in advance, ensuring higher access success rates and enabling faster reconnection if disconnections occur during network operation
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements authentication status monitoring and feedback mechanisms that track the success of mutual authentication attempts. When network parameter changes or disconnections are detected, the feedback loop triggers automatic re-authentication using the target authentication mode, thereby maintaining stable and reliable network connections
Data Source
AI summary
Provided are methods for accessing a network, a first device and a second device, a third device and fourth device. A method for accessing a network includes: a first device performs bidirectional authentication corresponding to a target authentication mode with a fourth device, so as to access a communication network supporting the target authentication mode.