Network Resource Assignment via Dynamic Negotiation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing network resource management solutions are static and do not allow for dynamic allocation or compensation for mobile terminals operating as base stations, limiting their ability to provide resources across different networks and lacking incentives for providers.
Innovation Solution
A method and system for a negotiating network terminal to detect and select network resources based on parameter values, compare them to user-defined preferences, and assign capacity on negotiated conditions, enabling dynamic resource allocation and potential compensation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a mobile terminal operates as a base station providing network resources, then other terminals can access the network through it, but the provision is static and the provider receives no compensation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms the static network resource provision into a dynamic negotiation process. The mobile terminal operating as a base station can now negotiate resource allocation conditions (such as compensation, bandwidth, time slots) with other terminals rather than providing resources statically. This allows the provider to adapt resource provision to different scenarios and receive compensation based on negotiated terms.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention introduces negotiable parameters into the resource provision process, including compensation amount, resource allocation conditions, and service levels. These parameters can be dynamically adjusted during negotiation between the providing terminal and requesting terminals, enabling flexible and compensated resource sharing rather than fixed free provision.
2Reliability
If network resources are allocated based on current performance parameters, then service levels can be selected, but the allocation remains static and limited to the connected network
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables a mobile terminal to function as both a network client and a network provider simultaneously. The terminal can maintain its connection to a mobile communication network while also operating as a base station for other terminals, potentially accessing multiple networks. This multi-functionality allows resource provision across different network contexts rather than being limited to a single connected network.
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile terminal acting as a base station serves as an intermediary between other terminals and the mobile communication network. It negotiates resource allocation and can provide access to network resources while maintaining its own connection, enabling cross-network resource sharing and compensated provision through this intermediary role.
3Ease of operation
If a terminal provides network resources freely, then accessibility is improved, but the provider gets no compensation for the resource provision
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a feedback mechanism in the form of compensation to the resource providing terminal. Other terminals that wish to access network resources must negotiate and provide compensation (which could be monetary, in-kind services, or reciprocal resource sharing) to the providing terminal. This feedback loop ensures that the energy and resources consumed by the providing terminal are compensated, making the system sustainable.
Solution Approach 2:
The resource provision transitions from a static free model to a dynamic compensated model where terms can be negotiated. The providing terminal can adjust compensation requirements based on resource consumption, energy usage, and service level, enabling sustainable resource sharing where providers are compensated for their energy expenditure.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a method for assigning a capacity of a network resource to a device (150) through a negotiating network terminal (110). The method comprises: detecting (210) available network resource, obtaining (220) at least one parameter value from the available network resource, comparing (230) the obtained parameter value to at least one comparison value, in response to the comparison selecting (240) the available network resource if the obtained parameter value meets best the at least one comparison value. The method further comprising: delivering (260) a signal indicating an availability of a capacity of the selected network resource on a condition and assigning (270) the capacity to the device in response to a receipt of an acknowledgement signal indicating that the device accepts the condition. The invention also relates to a terminal and to a computer program product.