Remote Turret Diagnostics via Application Server
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Solution Overview
Problem
Manual testing of turret systems in telecommunication systems is costly, time-consuming, and disruptive to users, with challenges in identifying the physical location and type of failures in communications infrastructure.
Innovation Solution
A remote testing system that transmits job instructions to turrets via a communications network, allowing for automated execution of diagnostic tests and reporting of results, using a management system client, application server, and diagnostics service to manage and execute tests across multiple components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If technicians perform manual testing of turret systems, then testing can be conducted with simple equipment, but the process becomes costly and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The turret system performs self-diagnosis by executing diagnostic tests autonomously based on job instructions received from the application server. The system tests itself without requiring external technicians or complex test equipment, thereby maintaining simplicity while dramatically improving testing efficiency and reducing costs.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical/manual testing process with an automated software-based diagnostic system. Job instructions are transmitted electronically via communication network, and the turret executes automated diagnostic routines, substituting physical technician interventions with digital automation to enhance productivity.
2Measurement precision
If technicians manually test turret functions on-site, then accurate diagnosis can be achieved, but user disruption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The turret autonomously performs diagnostic tests without requiring technician presence or user interaction. The system independently executes test routines and reports results, eliminating the disruption caused by on-site technician activities while maintaining accurate diagnosis through automated measurement and evaluation.
Solution Approach 2:
The application server acts as an intermediary that transmits job instructions and receives diagnostic results electronically through a communication network. This intermediary mechanism enables remote testing capability, allowing accurate diagnosis to be performed without physical technician intervention at the turret location, thereby minimizing user disruption.
3Ease of operation
If test boards are located within the device under test, then testing can be performed at the source, but extensive training and large physical space are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces physical test boards and hardware-based testing infrastructure with software-based diagnostic routines executed by the turret's processor. Job instructions and test data are transmitted electronically, eliminating the need for physical test equipment, large testing spaces, and extensive technician training while maintaining testing accessibility.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems, methods, and computer program products are provided for testing a voice communication system. A job instruction is transmitted from an application server to a turret via a communications network. The application server causes the turret to execute at least one diagnostic test based on the job instruction. The application server receives, from the turret via the communications network, a message including a result of the at least one diagnostic test.