Network Node Power State Negotiation for Data Integrity
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Solution Overview
Problem
In conventional network arrangements, power management is inefficient due to individual computers making decisions about power states independently, leading to increased likelihood of data loss during transmission between nodes.
Innovation Solution
A system where network nodes collaboratively negotiate and coordinate power states by exchanging requests and information to manage power consumption effectively, ensuring data integrity during transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If computers independently make power management decisions, then device complexity is reduced, but data loss increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges individual power management decisions into a coordinated network-wide approach. Nodes exchange power state information and negotiate power state changes collectively, combining independent device decisions with collaborative network coordination to maintain data reliability while managing power consumption.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms where nodes continuously exchange power state information and receive acknowledgments about data transmission status. This feedback loop allows nodes to adjust power states based on actual data transmission conditions, preventing data loss while optimizing power management.
2Use of energy by moving object
If computers enter low power modes independently, then power consumption is reduced, but data loss likelihood increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by having nodes negotiate and agree on power state changes before actually transitioning to low power modes. Nodes prepare by exchanging information about upcoming power state changes and coordinating data transmission timing, ensuring data is safely transmitted before power states are changed.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses feedback to monitor data transmission status and adjust power states accordingly. Nodes receive feedback about data delivery success and use this information to determine when it is safe to enter low power modes, preventing data loss while maximizing power savings.
3Reliability
If collaborative power state negotiation is implemented, then data loss is reduced, but communication overhead increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements periodic action by establishing regular intervals for power state negotiation and information exchange. Nodes perform power state discussions at predetermined time intervals rather than continuously, reducing communication overhead while maintaining coordinated power management and data reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses preliminary action by negotiating and agreeing on power state changes in advance before actual data transmission occurs. This allows nodes to prepare power state transitions ahead of time, reducing the impact on data transmission and minimizing negotiation overhead during critical data transfer periods.
Data Source
AI summary
In an embodiment, an apparatus is provided that may include circuitry to generate, at least in part, and/or receive, at least in part, at least one request that at least one network node generate, at least in part, information. The information may be to permit selection, at least in part, of (1) at least one power consumption state of the at least one network node, and (2) at least one time period. The at least one time period may be to elapse, after receipt by at least one other network node of at least one packet, prior to requesting at least one change in the at least one power consumption state. The at least one packet may be to be transmitted to the at least one network node. Of course, many alternatives, modifications, and variations are possible without departing from this embodiment.