Telecommunication Adapter Automatic Path Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users cannot simultaneously utilize both conventional telephone and internet connections with the same terminal without unplugging and replugging, limiting the functionality and convenience of terminals like analog telephones in switching between different communication systems.
Innovation Solution
A device with a switchover unit, call signal detection, and control unit that automatically switches between two transmission paths, allowing seamless operation of terminals across different connections, including analog and internet protocols, using a single terminal without manual intervention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a terminal is connected to one connection (conventional telephone or internet), then the terminal can operate on that connection, but the terminal cannot simultaneously operate on both connections without manual unplugging and replugging
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an adapter as an intermediary device between the terminal and two different connections (conventional telephone and internet). The adapter includes a switchover unit with control inputs that automatically switches the terminal connection between the two transmission paths based on detected call signals, eliminating the need for manual unplugging and replugging by the user.
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter performs preliminary actions by detecting call signals on both transmission paths in advance and automatically switching the terminal connection before the user needs to manually change connections. The call signal detection unit monitors both paths continuously and prepares the switchover unit to switch connections proactively when a call is detected on the alternate path.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple terminals are used to achieve simultaneous operation on different connections, then each terminal can be dedicated to one connection, but the complexity and cost of having multiple terminals increases
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter enables a single terminal to perform multiple functions by allowing it to operate on both conventional telephone and internet connections through automatic switching. Instead of requiring separate terminals for each connection type, the adapter makes one terminal universal, capable of accessing multiple different networks and services.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges the functionality of multiple terminals into a single terminal by introducing the adapter that consolidates access to multiple transmission paths. The adapter combines the conventional telephone connection and internet connection interfaces, allowing one terminal to access both through a unified switching mechanism.
3Ease of operation
If automatic switching between connections is implemented, then user convenience is improved, but the device complexity increases due to switchover unit and call signal detection
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter implements self-service by automatically detecting call signals on both transmission paths and autonomously switching the terminal connection without requiring user intervention. The call signal detection unit and switchover unit work together to manage the connection switching independently, making the system self-managing and eliminating the need for complex user control interfaces.
Data Source
AI summary
In one aspect, a device is provided. The device comprises at least one detection unit which generates an output signal in accordance with a status of a transmission path. Accordingly, switching of a telephone between two transmission paths is controlled in a simple manner in accordance with the output signal.