Multi-Interface Network Switching for Selective Device Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Networked devices often struggle with switching networks between external devices, leading to situations where only a single external device can access the network, while others are unable to connect.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device with multiple interfaces, network units, and switch units that allow switching between modes to enable or restrict network access for specific external devices, ensuring that either one or multiple devices can connect based on mode selection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the switch unit is configured to switch the network between two external devices, then the networking requirement of a single external device is satisfied, but other connected external devices become unable to access the network
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic mode switching between single-device and multi-device network access. The electronic device can switch between a first mode (enabling network access for multiple external devices simultaneously) and a second mode (enabling network access for a single external device). This dynamic configuration resolves the contradiction by allowing the system to adapt its networking behavior based on operational requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the network access parameter by introducing mode switching. In the first mode, the network access parameter is configured to allow multiple external devices to access the network simultaneously. In the second mode, the parameter is adjusted to allow only a single external device to access the network. This parameter change resolves the technical contradiction by providing flexible network access control.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the electronic device enables network access for multiple external devices simultaneously, then network versatility is improved, but network safety requirements may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic mode switching to balance network versatility and safety. The electronic device can switch between a first mode (enabling network access for multiple external devices simultaneously) and a second mode (enabling network access for a single external device). This dynamic configuration resolves the contradiction by allowing the system to adapt its networking behavior based on operational requirements and safety considerations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the network access parameter by introducing mode switching. In the first mode, the network access parameter is configured to allow multiple external devices to access the network simultaneously. In the second mode, the parameter is adjusted to allow only a single external device to access the network. This parameter change resolves the technical contradiction by providing flexible network access control that can prioritize safety when needed.
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AI summary
An electronic device includes a first interface, a first network unit, a second interface, a second network unit, a transmission unit, a first switch unit, and a third interface. The first interface is connected to a first external device and configured to transmit first data. The first network unit is connected to the first interface and configured to convert a first portion of the first data and network data. The second interface is connected to a second external device and configured to transmit second data. The second network unit is connected to the second interface and configured to convert a first portion of the second data and the network data. The transmission unit transmits the network data with the first network unit and the second network unit. The first switch unit transmits the network data with the transmission unit and the first network unit.