Dynamic Network IC Voltage Adjustment via Signal Quality
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional network ICs face high power consumption and inefficiencies due to fixed operating voltage settings, which are not dynamically adjusted based on signal quality, leading to increased energy usage and reduced performance, especially in environments with electromagnetic interference.
Innovation Solution
A method and device that dynamically adjust the operating voltage of a network IC by comparing signal-to-noise ratios (SNRs) across its ports, selecting a reference port based on median or mean signal quality, and using a voltage regulation control unit to optimize power consumption by adjusting the voltage accordingly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the network IC is designed with higher tolerance to operate normally in different operating environments, then the reliability is improved, but the circuit area and power consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic voltage adjustment by monitoring signal quality metrics (SNR, BER) and automatically adjusting the operating voltage of the network IC in real-time. The voltage regulation control unit receives signal quality information from the signal comparison unit and dynamically modifies the operating voltage to maintain reliable operation while minimizing power consumption, replacing static high-tolerance design with adaptive voltage control
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the operating voltage parameter dynamically based on signal quality conditions. The voltage regulation control unit adjusts the operating voltage level according to measured signal quality metrics, allowing the system to operate at lower voltages when signal conditions are good and increase voltage only when necessary to maintain reliability, thereby reducing overall power consumption
2Use of energy by moving object
If the operating voltage is adjusted manually by network management staff, then the power consumption can be optimized, but the ease of operation deteriorates and automation is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service through an automatic voltage regulation system where the network IC monitors its own signal quality and adjusts its operating voltage without external intervention. The signal comparison unit continuously measures signal quality, and the voltage regulation control unit automatically modifies the operating voltage based on these measurements, eliminating the need for manual configuration by network management staff
Solution Approach 2:
The patent establishes a feedback loop where signal quality metrics are continuously monitored and fed back to the voltage regulation control unit, which then adjusts the operating voltage accordingly. This closed-loop control system automatically optimizes power consumption based on real-time signal conditions without requiring manual intervention
3Reliability
If the operating voltage is adjusted manually by network management staff, then the required performance can be maintained, but the productivity deteriorates due to manual intervention requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs self-optimization of operating voltage based on real-time signal quality monitoring, eliminating the need for network management staff to manually adjust settings. This automated operation improves productivity by freeing up staff time while maintaining required performance through continuous adaptive voltage regulation
Solution Approach 2:
The system proactively monitors signal quality and preemptively adjusts the operating voltage before performance degradation occurs. By continuously measuring signal quality metrics and adjusting voltage in advance, the system maintains required performance without requiring reactive manual intervention, thereby improving operational productivity
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AI summary
The present invention is to provide a method and device of dynamically adjusting the operating voltage of a network integrated circuit including the steps of detecting and ranking the signal-to-noise ratio of N ports to single out a port for arbitration, dynamically controlling the operating voltage according to the signal-to-noise ratio of the port for arbitration, decreasing the operating voltage by a voltage unit when the signal-to-noise ratio of the port for arbitration is greater than a first threshold, increasing the operating voltage to a default operating voltage when the signal-to-noise ratio of the port for arbitration is smaller than the first threshold, decreasing the operating voltage by a voltage unit when the signal-to-noise ratio of the port for arbitration is greater than a second threshold, and increasing the operating voltage by a voltage unit when the signal-to-noise ratio of the port for arbitration is smaller than the second threshold.