Multimodal Relay Link Monitoring for Connection Status and Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for monitoring and developing network connections across relays with multimodal signals provide limited information regarding the status of the connection and the devices involved, making troubleshooting difficult and leaving users in the dark about the functionality and quality of service.
Innovation Solution
A user application that provides monitoring and management capabilities for network connections across relays with multimodal signals, offering detailed operational status information, alignment guidance, and functionality verification between components, as well as connectivity to peripheral devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If current monitoring methods are used for network connections across relays, then device complexity is reduced, but information availability and troubleshooting capability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a relay device as an intermediary component that includes a monitor application and communication interface. This intermediary collects connection status information between first and second devices, then transmits this information to a remote device. By placing the monitoring functionality in this intermediate relay rather than requiring direct monitoring between end devices, the system provides comprehensive connection information while keeping the overall system architecture manageable and modular.
2Ease of operation
If detailed operational status information is provided to users, then user experience and troubleshooting capability improve, but information processing requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the information transmission process by dividing connection status information into distinct types: connection establishment status, connection quality metrics, and error information. The monitor application selectively transmits only relevant segments of information based on what is needed for troubleshooting, rather than transmitting all possible data. This segmentation allows users to receive comprehensive troubleshooting information while avoiding unnecessary data transmission and processing overhead.
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
Enhances user experience by providing comprehensive information on relay installation and functionality, improving network connection quality, and managing additional devices connected downstream.
Implementation Method 1
the relay with multimodal signals includes an Indoor Unit (IDU) and an Outdoor Unit (ODU) which are connected to each other via an optical connection
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to a method and system for establishing a network connection across a relay with multimodal signals. The relay includes an antenna, an outdoor unit, and an indoor unit. The method includes detecting a radio signal at the antenna, converting it to an electrical signal, and transmitting it to the outdoor unit. Signal parameters are measured at the antenna and outdoor unit to predict the signal's outdoor status. The electrical signal is converted to an optical signal, sent to the indoor unit, and converted to an electrical signal. Signal parameters are measured at the indoor unit to predict the indoor status. A recommended action for developing the network connection is identified based on the combined statuses and provided to the user.