Priority-Based Bandwidth Allocation with Dynamic Network Scanning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing network coverage provided by extraterrestrial access nodes, such as satellites, is often slower and more costly compared to terrestrial counterparts, and mobile networks with partnerships offer faster and lower-cost connections for associated devices, necessitating optimized scanning rates for electronic devices to quickly switch to more favorable networks.
Innovation Solution
A programmable table associates mobile networks and access nodes with scanning rates based on partnership status and type (terrestrial vs. extraterrestrial) to dynamically adjust scanning frequencies, enabling electronic devices to prioritize faster and more cost-effective network connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Speed
If electronic devices scan for network connections at high frequencies, then they can quickly discover favorable networks, but this increases power consumption and device complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic scanning rate adjustment where the device adapts its scanning frequency based on current network conditions, connection status, and priority levels. Scanning rates are not fixed but change dynamically to optimize between quick discovery and power consumption, directly resolving the contradiction between speed and complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the parameter of scanning rate based on different conditions (network availability, connection quality, device state). By adjusting this parameter dynamically rather than using a constant high scanning rate, the system achieves fast network discovery when needed while reducing complexity and power consumption during normal operation
2Reliability
If electronic devices continuously scan for network connections, then they can maintain optimal connectivity, but this increases power consumption
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of continuous scanning, the patent implements periodic scanning at variable intervals. The scanning occurs at scheduled intervals that adapt based on network conditions, allowing the device to maintain connectivity reliability while consuming less power by not scanning continuously
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses feedback from network connection status, signal quality, and scanning results to adjust future scanning behavior. When good connections are established, scanning intensity is reduced; when connections deteriorate, scanning increases. This feedback loop maintains reliability while optimizing power consumption
3Productivity
If electronic devices prioritize scanning for partnered networks, then they can access faster and lower-cost connections, but this reduces adaptability to non-partnered networks
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies different scanning priorities and rates to different network types (partnered vs. non-partnered). Partnered networks receive higher priority and more intensive scanning when available, while non-partnered networks are scanned at lower priorities. This local differentiation allows the device to optimize for speed with partnered networks while maintaining adaptability to non-partnered options
4Use of energy by moving object
If electronic devices reduce scanning rates to conserve power, then power consumption decreases, but network discovery time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The scanning rate is made dynamic rather than static. The system automatically adjusts scanning intensity based on whether favorable networks are detected, connection stability, and power management requirements. This allows the device to consume less power during stable connections while quickly discovering networks when needed
Data Source
AI summary
Described herein are systems and methods for dynamically selecting network scanning rates for electronic devices. For instance, a system select a scanning rate for a mobile device to scan at. The system can access a programmable table that stores scanning rates in association with identifiers of mobile networks and/or access nodes the mobile device can connect to. The scanning rates may vary based on whether the associated mobile network is (1) associated with the mobile device (e.g., the “home” network), (2) associated with a mobile network in a partnership with the home mobile network, and (3) associated with a mobile network not in a partnership with the home mobile network. The scanning rates may also vary based on the associated access node being terrestrial (e.g., located on the surface of the earth) or extraterrestrial (e.g., located beyond the surface of the earth), such as a satellite.