Network Service Deployment Control for OTT Applications
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current service modes for Over The Top (OTT) applications, including Content Delivery Networks (CDN), struggle to meet the rapid development needs of OTT applications due to limitations in bandwidth management and user experience, especially under high network loads.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that utilize a control apparatus, computing apparatus, and identifying and steering apparatus to manage service deployment, packet flow identification, and steering, allowing for dynamic resource allocation and processing of services, enabling the deployment of new service functionalities independently of device manufacturers and reducing the time required for service implementation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If CDN service mode is used to redirect user access to distributed OTT applications, then bandwidth pressure of the central OTT application is alleviated and user experience is improved, but the service mode cannot meet the rapid development needs of OTT applications
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the service deployment process by separating service functionality from device hardware. Service functions are divided into independent virtualized components that can be deployed, managed, and updated separately on standard hardware platforms, enabling rapid service development without being constrained by device manufacturer cycles
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal service deployment architecture where a single network infrastructure can host multiple different OTT applications and service types. The virtualized service framework allows the same hardware platform to dynamically accommodate diverse services through software configuration rather than requiring specialized hardware for each service
2Productivity
If more user terminals access the OTT application simultaneously, then network utilization increases, but stagnation and wait conditions occur due to limited network conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic resource allocation where network resources are not statically assigned but dynamically adjusted based on real-time service demands and user loads. The system can flexibly allocate bandwidth, computing resources, and network paths to maintain service continuity even when user terminal numbers fluctuate significantly
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a service management platform as an intermediary between user terminals and OTT applications. This intermediary layer orchestrates resource allocation, load balancing, and service routing to prevent stagnation and wait conditions by intelligently distributing traffic across available network resources
3Adaptability or versatility
If service functionality is developed by device manufacturers, then device capabilities are enhanced, but the time required for service implementation increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables operators to self-deploy and self-manage service functionalities through an automated service deployment platform. Service functions are packaged as virtualized components that can be automatically instantiated, configured, and updated without requiring device manufacturer involvement, dramatically reducing service implementation time while maintaining full service functionality
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AI summary
Embodiments of the present invention provide a method, device and system for carrying out a service in a network. The control apparatus comprises: an orchestrator unit, configured to receive a service request for requesting to carry out a service, wherein the service request comprises service deployment information for requesting to deploy a first service, service flow identification information for identifying a first packet flow and service flow steering information; and a control unit, configured to send the service deployment information to a computing apparatus, and send the service flow identification information and the service flow steering information to an identifying and steering apparatus. Technical solutions of the present invention provide a new service mode, which can meet developing needs of OTT applications.