Mobile device for performing in-home wireless connection and method of performing wireless connection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing technologies face challenges in establishing reliable wireless connections with electronic devices located in areas with insufficient wireless coverage within homes, often due to distance or obstacles, without the need for additional routers or devices.
Innovation Solution
A robot cleaner or cordless cleaner device equipped with a processor, communication interface, and driving unit that determines the strength of the wireless connection signal between a home appliance and a wireless router. If the connection is unavailable, the device moves within a predetermined distance to establish a connection using BLE or Wi-Fi Direct communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If additional routers or wireless routers are installed to eliminate wireless coverage gaps, then wireless connection reliability is improved, but device complexity and installation cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The mobile device serves as an intermediary between the wireless router and electronic devices in coverage gaps. It receives data from the router via Wi-Fi and forwards it to target devices using alternative communication methods like Bluetooth or direct wireless connection, eliminating the need for additional routers while maintaining connection reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile device performs multiple functions: it acts as a wireless client to the router, a communication bridge to devices in coverage gaps, and a control interface for users. This multi-functionality replaces the need for dedicated additional routing hardware, reducing system complexity while improving connectivity
2Reliability
If additional routers or wireless routers are installed to eliminate wireless coverage gaps, then wireless connection reliability is improved, but installation cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mobile device automatically detects electronic devices in coverage gaps and initiates connection procedures without user intervention. The system self-configures communication channels and data routing, eliminating the need for professional installation services and additional hardware purchases
Solution Approach 2:
By using the mobile device as a communication intermediary, the system avoids the need for additional routing infrastructure. This leverages existing hardware resources to solve coverage problems, significantly reducing installation and equipment costs while maintaining connection reliability
3Reliability
If the mobile device moves to establish wireless connection with electronic devices in insufficient coverage areas, then connection availability is improved, but device mobility requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The mobile device dynamically adapts its position and communication method based on real-time coverage conditions. It automatically moves or switches between Wi-Fi and alternative communication modes to maintain optimal connection, making the system flexible without requiring user intervention
Solution Approach 2:
The system continuously monitors wireless signal strength and connection quality, using this feedback to determine when to move or switch communication methods. This automatic feedback-driven adaptation ensures connection availability while minimizing manual operational complexity
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AI summary
A robot cleaner having a function of performing a wireless connection with a home appliance in an insufficient wireless coverage area inside a home includes a brush for performing cleaning to suck in dust while the robot cleaner is moving, a driving unit configured to move the robot cleaner to perform cleaning through the brush, a processor configured to, based on determining that the wireless connection with a first home appliance inside the home is unavailable, drive and control the driving unit to move within a predetermined distance from the first home appliance to establish the wireless connection with the first home appliance, and a communication interface configured to receive a connection request signal from the first home appliance, and upon receiving the connection request signal, establish the wireless connection based on the connection request signal.