Apparatus and method for simultaneously testing a plurality of mobile devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Testing multiple mobile devices simultaneously is complex, time-consuming, and costly due to their increasing sophistication and decreasing size, with a growing demand for used devices requiring thorough operability assessment.
Innovation Solution
A mobile device testing apparatus and method that allows for simultaneous testing of multiple devices by executing a test application across multiple devices, processing results, and deleting the application, utilizing a framework with device cabinets, test cabinets, control cabinets, and user computers to streamline the testing process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If multiple mobile devices are tested individually, then each device receives thorough testing, but the testing process becomes time-consuming and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The testing system is segmented into multiple independent test stations, each capable of testing one device simultaneously. Each test station includes a test computer, device cabinet, and necessary testing components, allowing parallel execution of thorough tests across multiple devices without interference
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple test stations are merged into a unified testing framework that shares common infrastructure elements such as power supply units, environmental control systems, and data management protocols. This allows simultaneous testing while reducing overall system complexity and cost
2Productivity
If multiple mobile devices are tested simultaneously, then testing efficiency increases, but the device complexity and setup requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
Each test station is designed with universal components that can accommodate different mobile device types and sizes. The device cabinets include adjustable fixtures and multiple connection interfaces, allowing the same hardware setup to test various devices without requiring device-specific customization
Solution Approach 2:
The testing system uses software-based test applications and configurations that can be copied and executed across multiple test stations. Test protocols, diagnostic routines, and evaluation criteria are replicated digitally across all stations, eliminating the need for physical duplication of testing logic
3Measurement precision
If comprehensive testing is performed on used mobile devices, then operability assessment improves, but costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The test applications run autonomously on each device under test, performing self-diagnosis and generating test results without requiring constant human intervention. The system automatically executes test sequences, collects data, and produces reports, reducing labor costs while maintaining comprehensive testing coverage
Solution Approach 2:
The testing system performs continuous monitoring and assessment throughout the test process, maintaining constant data collection and analysis. This continuous operation eliminates the need for repeated testing cycles and ensures complete operability assessment in a single continuous process
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AI summary
An apparatus and method for simultaneously testing a plurality of mobile devices is disclosed. The method for simultaneously testing a plurality of mobile devices generally includes simultaneously executing a test mobile device application on the plurality of mobile devices, determining test mobile device application results for the plurality of mobile devices at a plurality of test computers, sending a test mobile device application results from the plurality of mobile devices to the plurality of test computers, and deleting the test mobile device application on the plurality of mobile devices.