UWB Configuration Sharing Using Predefined Service Profiles

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current UWB systems face inefficiencies in exchanging configuration and capability parameters between devices and applications, leading to time-consuming processes that hinder effective ranging operations.

Innovation Solution

Implementing methods to define and share predefined configurations and capabilities using IDs between UWB devices and applications via advertisement messages, push notifications, and short-range communication, allowing for efficient configuration without extensive parameter exchange.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If configuration parameters are exchanged between UWB devices via traditional methods, then the devices can be properly configured for ranging, but the process becomes time-consuming and inefficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconfiguration accuracyVSAvoidconfiguration time
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by pre-defining multiple configuration sets within the UWB device before ranging operations begin. Each configuration set corresponds to different service verticals and use cases, allowing the device to quickly select and apply the appropriate configuration without performing lengthy parameter exchanges during operation. This pre-preparation significantly reduces configuration time while maintaining accuracy.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements copying by creating standardized configuration templates that can be replicated and applied across different scenarios. Instead of manually configuring each parameter individually, the system copies pre-defined configuration sets that contain all necessary parameters, capability information, and service-specific settings. This template-based approach ensures consistency and reduces the time required for configuration exchanges.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple configuration parameters are exchanged to support different service verticals, then the system becomes more versatile, but the complexity of parameter exchange increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveservice support capabilityVSAvoidconfiguration exchange complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies segmentation by dividing the configuration system into distinct, modular configuration sets, each dedicated to specific service verticals and use cases. Instead of managing a single large configuration structure, the system segments configurations into manageable units that can be independently selected and applied. Each configuration set contains only the parameters relevant to its specific service, reducing overall complexity while maintaining versatility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements universality by designing a unified configuration framework that handles multiple service verticals through a common interface and standardized structure. The system provides universal configuration management capabilities that work across different services (such as ranging, positioning, and tracking) without requiring service-specific configuration protocols. This multi-functional approach simplifies the overall system while supporting diverse services.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Reliability

If extensive parameter exchange is performed between application and UWB device, then complete configuration is achieved, but the process becomes inefficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconfiguration completenessVSAvoidconfiguration efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies the extraction principle by removing unnecessary parameter exchange steps from the configuration process. The system extracts only the essential configuration elements that are truly needed for each service scenario and embeds them within pre-defined configuration sets. This extraction eliminates redundant parameters and streamlines the exchange process between the application and UWB device, maintaining configuration completeness while significantly improving efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Data Source

PatentUS12587833B2Methods and device for configuring a UWB system
Publication Date: 2026.03.24 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

The embodiments herein disclose methods for configuring an UWB system. The method includes defining, by a first UWB device, a plurality of predefined configuration associated with a plurality of service in the first UWB device, selecting, by the first UWB device, at least one predefined configuration from the plurality of predefined configuration to be shared with at least one second UWB device, sharing, by the first UWB device, at least one of an ID of the at least one predefined configuration from the plurality of predefined configuration, a deviated parameter and a deviated parameter value combined with the ID of the predefined configuration from the plurality of predefined configuration to the at least one second UWB device based on the selection.