Relay Device Automates Wireless LAN Connection Security
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional relay devices face difficulties in easy connection settings and security settings, particularly when relaying communications from wireless LAN terminals, requiring complex input operations and prone to security issues due to inadequate access control implementations.
Innovation Solution
A relay device with units for processing connection requests, determining valid combinations, generating connection permission messages, and controlling communications based on security settings, allowing for easy connection settings and security management without direct operation of the relay device.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If authentication information is input to a terminal, then connection security is improved, but operation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The terminal automatically transmits connection request information without requiring manual input of authentication data. The relay device automatically matches connection requests and generates connection permission messages, enabling the system to service itself without complex user input while maintaining security through automated authentication processes
Solution Approach 2:
The relay device acts as an intermediary between terminals, receiving connection requests from both the first and second terminals, matching them automatically, and generating connection permission messages. This mediator approach eliminates the need for direct authentication information input by users while ensuring secure connections through automated verification
2Reliability
If connection setting operation is implemented on both relay device and terminal, then connection reliability is improved, but operation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The relay device automatically performs connection setting operations by receiving connection request information from terminals, matching the requests, and generating connection permission messages without requiring manual configuration. This self-service mechanism ensures reliable connections while eliminating complex operation requirements for users
Solution Approach 2:
The relay device performs preliminary matching of connection requests and generates connection permission messages in advance before actual communication begins. This preliminary action ensures that connection settings are already in place and verified, improving connection reliability while requiring no operational input from users at the time of connection
3Reliability
If access control setting is implemented manually, then security control is improved, but risk of human error increases
Solution Approach 1:
The relay device automatically performs access control settings by receiving connection request information, matching terminals, and generating connection permission messages with appropriate security parameters. This automated self-service approach eliminates human error in setting accuracy while maintaining strong security control through systematic processing
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms where the relay device monitors connection requests, validates them against stored connection permission information, and adjusts access control settings automatically. This feedback loop ensures setting accuracy is maintained without human intervention, preventing errors while preserving security control
4Adaptability or versatility
If relay device is installed at difficult place, then network coverage is improved, but operation accessibility worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The relay device performs all connection settings and access control configurations automatically without requiring physical access or manual operation. This self-service capability allows the device to be installed in difficult-to-reach locations such as ceilings or remote areas while maintaining full functionality, as no user interaction is needed for setup or configuration
Data Source
AI summary
A connector 1 includes a connection request information reception processing unit 12 that obtains first connection request information transmitted by the first communication terminal and second connection request information transmitted by the second communication terminal, a connection request matching processing unit 151 that determines whether or not the first connection request information and the second connection request information obtained by the connection request information reception processing unit 12 form a combination under a predetermined condition, and a connection setting processing unit 15 that generates a connection permission message which includes connection information for a connection setting with the second communication terminal, depending on a determination result by the connection request matching processing unit 151 and transmits the connection permission message to the second communication terminal.