Proxy Device Relay for Remote SIM Credential Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Devices not connected to a network face challenges in accessing network resources due to inability to communicate directly with network access points, necessitating a method to retrieve SIM information for network access.
Innovation Solution
A system where a remote device connects to a proxy device to access network credentials, with the proxy device obtaining or storing SIM information to enable network access through device-to-device communication, acting as a relay or data pipe.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a remote device is not connected to a network, then it cannot directly communicate with network access points, but it still needs to access network resources and retrieve SIM information
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a proxy device as an intermediary between the remote device and the network. The proxy device receives requests from the remote device, communicates with the network to retrieve SIM information, and relays the response back to the remote device. This mediator enables the remote device to access network resources without requiring direct communication capability with network access points.
2Loss of information
If SIM information is stored in a network database, then it can be accessed remotely, but the remote device still requires direct network connection to retrieve it
Solution Approach 1:
The proxy device serves as an intermediary that handles the complex communication configuration required to access the network database. Instead of configuring the remote device with complex network access parameters, the proxy device manages the communication with the network database on behalf of the remote device, simplifying the remote device's role to simple request and response handling.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary actions by establishing the proxy device's connection to the network and its ability to access the SIM information database before the remote device needs the information. The proxy device is pre-configured with the necessary network credentials and access methods, so when the remote device needs SIM information, the infrastructure is already in place to provide it.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a proxy device is introduced to enable remote device access, then network connectivity is achieved, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The proxy device is designed with multi-functionality to justify its addition to the system. It not only relays SIM information requests but can also provide general network access, act as a communication gateway, and potentially offer security functions. This universal approach consolidates multiple functions into a single device, reducing overall system complexity compared to having separate specialized components.
Data Source
AI summary
A method, apparatus and computer program product are provided to provide network access credentials and network access to a remote device via a proxy device. In some example embodiments, a method is provided that comprises receiving a request for network access credentials from a remote device. In some example embodiments, the network access credentials comprise identification information related to at least one SIM. The method of this embodiment may also include determining whether network access credentials are available for the remote device. The method of this embodiment may also include causing the network access credentials to be provided to the remote device in an instance in which network access credentials are available for the remote device. In some example embodiments, the network access credentials enable access to a network by the remote device via one or more proxy devices.