Electronic Device Communication Mode Control by Traffic Patterns
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic devices struggle to dynamically adjust their wireless communication modes to meet varying network requirements based on the specific service being executed and changing network states, leading to suboptimal performance in terms of real-time speed or data stability.
Innovation Solution
The electronic device includes a processor that identifies parameters of data traffic, detects traffic patterns, and adjusts communication modes by configuring scanning periods, channel scan ratios, and packet priorities to optimize network communication for specific service needs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the electronic device uses a fixed wireless communication mode, then the device complexity is reduced, but the network performance cannot be optimized for different service requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic communication mode adjustment by continuously monitoring data traffic patterns and automatically switching between communication modes (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular) based on real-time network requirements. The processor dynamically selects optimal communication parameters including scanning periods, channel scan ratios, and packet priorities, transforming the static communication system into an adaptive one that responds to changing service demands and network conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes communication parameters such as scanning period, channel scan ratio, and packet priority based on detected traffic patterns. When high-speed data transmission is detected, the system adjusts these parameters to optimize for speed; when stable connection is needed, parameters are adjusted for stability. This parameter adjustment mechanism enables the system to adapt to different service requirements without adding significant hardware complexity.
2Productivity
If the electronic device dynamically adjusts communication modes, then the network performance is optimized for specific services, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a self-service communication optimization system where the processor automatically detects traffic patterns and adjusts communication modes without user intervention. The system monitors its own communication performance, identifies suboptimal conditions, and autonomously switches between communication modes or adjusts parameters to improve data transmission speed. This self-service approach minimizes the need for complex user-facing controls while maintaining high productivity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent incorporates feedback mechanisms where the processor continuously monitors data traffic patterns, transmission speed, and connection stability. Based on this feedback, the system automatically adjusts communication parameters and switches modes to optimize performance. The feedback loop enables the system to learn from past performance and make real-time adjustments, improving productivity while keeping the control mechanism manageable through algorithmic decision-making.
3Measurement precision
If the electronic device monitors multiple data traffic parameters, then the traffic pattern detection accuracy is improved, but the processing time and energy consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies partial monitoring by selectively tracking the most relevant data traffic parameters based on the current service type and network conditions. Instead of continuously monitoring all possible parameters, the system identifies and monitors only the critical subset needed for accurate traffic pattern detection in each specific context. This partial action approach maintains high detection accuracy while reducing the time and computational resources required for parameter analysis.
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AI summary
An electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes a communication module, and a processor connected thereto. The processor is configured to identify at least one of a plurality of parameters of traffic of data transmitted and received in a specific executing application, by using first short-range wireless communication, detect a data traffic pattern based on the identified parameter, and execute, based on the detected pattern, a communication mode including at least one configuration value related to the first short-range wireless communication. Executing the communication mode includes at least one of being capable of operating in a same frequency band as the first short-range wireless communication, and adjusting a scanning cycle between the first short-range wireless communication and second short-range wireless communication including another short-range wireless communication, setting a priority order of a transport packet, adjusting a channel scanning ratio of the first short-range wireless communication, or establishing boosting for operations of the traffic of the data.