Streetlight Sensor Nodes for Distributed Computing and Light Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional light control devices lack network capabilities, making them unsuitable for use as processing devices in distributed computing environments, and they do not integrate light control and network functionalities.
Innovation Solution
Integration of processing devices with both network and light control capabilities on streetlight fixtures, enabling distributed computing and light control through a connector compliant with ANSI C136 standards, utilizing various communication methods like powerline, cellular-based networks, and infrared communications.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional light control devices are used, then light control functionality is provided, but network capabilities are lacking making them unsuitable for distributed computing environments
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines light control functionality and network computing capabilities into a single integrated device. The light control device includes both a processor for controlling light fixtures and a communication module for network participation, allowing it to function both as a lighting controller and as a node in distributed computing environments.
Solution Approach 2:
The device is designed to perform multiple functions: it can control light fixtures locally, participate in distributed computing tasks, provide wireless communication services, and offer WiFi access points. This multi-functionality allows a single device type to replace both traditional light controllers and network computing nodes.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple communication methods are integrated, then network coverage and service capabilities are enhanced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The communication module is designed to support multiple communication protocols and methods including cellular-based networks, wireless standards (WiFi), and infrared communications. This allows the device to adapt to different network environments and provide comprehensive communication coverage without requiring separate dedicated devices for each communication type.
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AI summary
A networking device includes a light sensor, a processor module, a communication module, and a connector. The processor module is arranged to provide a light control signal based on at least one ambient light signal generated by the light sensor, and to obtain a distributed computing result based on a distributed computing task. The communication module is arranged to receive the distributed computing task and to transmit the distributed computing result according to a data communication standard. The connector may be compliant with ANSI C136.41-2013. The processor module may be arranged to provide the light control signal based on the distributed computing result, or a received message that is generated based on a plurality of distributed computing results.