NFC Module Staged Information Transmission for Mobile Terminals

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing mobile terminals face challenges in conveniently exchanging information via short-range communication modules, particularly in transmitting user-desired information in a staged manner.

Innovation Solution

The implementation of a method that activates an NFC module for near-field communication, detects initial and subsequent connections with an external device, and transmits priority information stages based on trigger counts, allowing for controlled and efficient information exchange.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Speed

If information is transmitted all at once via NFC, then communication speed is improved, but information security and user control deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecommunication speedVSAvoidinformation security
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments information transmission into multiple priority levels (1st priority information, 2nd priority information, etc.) that are transmitted in sequence based on trigger counts. This allows controlled staged transmission where information is divided into manageable portions transmitted at different times, balancing speed and security requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically adjusts information transmission based on trigger counts and connection states. The NFC module transitions between different transmission modes (initial connection, subsequent connections) and transmits different priority levels of information dynamically, allowing flexible control over what information is transmitted when.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Loss of information

If all information is transmitted in each NFC connection, then completeness of information exchange is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecompleteness of information exchangeVSAvoiduser control
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

Information is segmented into priority levels (1st priority, 2nd priority, etc.) and transmitted in stages based on connection triggers. Users can control which priority level transmits based on their needs, providing both complete information exchange capability and user control over the operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system changes transmission parameters (trigger counts, priority levels) based on connection state and user configuration. By adjusting these parameters, the system can transmit complete information when needed while maintaining user control through configurable settings.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Ease of operation

If staged information transmission is implemented, then user control and security are improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveuser controlVSAvoidcontrol mechanism complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The control mechanism is segmented into discrete priority levels and trigger count thresholds. This segmentation simplifies the complexity by creating clear, manageable states (1st priority transmission, 2nd priority transmission, etc.) rather than requiring complex continuous control logic.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The NFC module automatically determines which priority level to transmit based on trigger counts and connection states without requiring complex user intervention. The system serves itself by automatically selecting appropriate transmission modes, reducing the perceived complexity for users.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

4Reliability

If priority-based staged transmission is used, then information security is improved, but communication efficiency may deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinformation securityVSAvoidcommunication efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs preliminary actions by transmitting 1st priority information (such as authentication or essential data) first during initial connections. This preliminary transmission ensures security requirements are met before potentially transmitting additional lower-priority information, balancing security with overall communication efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

Information transmission occurs in periodic stages based on connection triggers. Each connection event can trigger transmission of the next priority level, creating a rhythmic pattern of information exchange that maintains security while progressing efficiently through the information hierarchy.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

This approach enables more convenient short-range communication by allowing users to transmit or receive desired information by adjusting trigger counts, enhancing the efficiency and user control in information exchange processes.

Implementation Method 1

activating an NFC module configured to perform a near field communication (NFC) with an external device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectNear field communication (NFC): Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentEP2571233B1Mobile terminal and method of transmitting information using the same
Publication Date: 2020.02.26 LG ELECTRONICS INC
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AI summary

A mobile terminal and controlling method thereof are disclosed, by which information is facilitated to be transceived between terminals. The present invention may include an NFC module configured to perform a near field communication (NFC) with an external device and a controller, if an NFC transceiving mode for performing the NFC is activated and an NFC connection with the external device occurs, determining a count of the NFC connect, the controller controlling at least one portion of information related to the NFC transceiving mode to be transmitted by stages to the external device via the NFC module in accordance with the determined count.