Vehicle Communication Control Apparatus Network Connectivity Management
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing communication control systems for vehicles face challenges in maintaining continuous network connectivity, especially when crossing borders or experiencing network abnormalities, which can lead to service disruptions, including emergency call failures.
Innovation Solution
A communication control apparatus and method that continuously monitor network connectivity, attempt connections with alternative networks using stored operator list information, and temporarily switch to an airplane mode to reset communication devices, ensuring seamless transitions and prioritizing stable connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the communication device is reset to attempt reconnection to a different network, then the network connection reliability is improved, but the service continuity deteriorates due to interruption during the reset process
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by monitoring network connection status continuously and preparing alternative network options in advance. When a connection abnormality is detected, the system has already identified alternative networks and can initiate reconnection procedures without waiting for the current connection to fully fail, thereby reducing service interruption time while maintaining reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements continuity of useful action by maintaining continuous monitoring of network connection status and keeping the communication device in a ready state. The system continuously attempts reconnection to alternative networks in the background during the transition period, ensuring that the useful action of maintaining communication service continues without complete interruption.
2Reliability
If the communication device operates in airplane mode to stop communication, then the network connection reliability is improved by avoiding poor 2G networks, but the communication functionality deteriorates temporarily
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts the communication device's operational state based on real-time network conditions. When entering a region with poor network coverage, the system temporarily operates in airplane mode to prevent connection to poor 2G networks, then dynamically switches to alternative networks with better coverage, thereby maintaining reliability while minimizing functional disruption.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes operational parameters of the communication device by switching between different modes (normal operation and airplane mode) and by changing network connection parameters (selecting between 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G networks). This allows the system to adapt to varying network conditions and maintain reliable communication while preserving functionality.
3Device complexity
If the vehicle waits for the current network connection to be lost before switching to a new network, then the network selection process is simplified, but the service availability deteriorates due to delayed connection switching
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by continuously monitoring network connection status and pre-identifying alternative networks before the current connection actually fails. This allows the system to initiate network switching in advance, maintaining service availability while the complexity of the selection process is managed through automated background operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms by continuously monitoring network connection quality and using this information to trigger appropriate actions. The system receives feedback on connection status, evaluates network conditions, and automatically switches to alternative networks based on this feedback, thereby maintaining service availability without requiring complex manual intervention.
4Speed
If the communication device continuously monitors network status, then the response time to network abnormalities is improved, but the energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs periodic action by monitoring network connection status at regular intervals rather than continuously. This periodic monitoring approach allows the system to respond promptly to network abnormalities while reducing energy consumption compared to continuous monitoring, achieving a balance between response speed and energy efficiency.
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AI summary
A communication control apparatus for a vehicle includes a communication device, a memory, and a controller. The communication control apparatus boots the communication device in response to a vehicle being turned on, identifies a specified operator corresponding to a current position of the vehicle based on operator list information stored in the memory, attempts a connection with a communication network provided by the specified operator, through the communication device, operates and releases a specified operation mode for stopping an operation of the communication device, when receiving a signal including a specified code, after being connected with the communication network, and transmits update information including a communication state of the communication network to a server, when the specified operation mode is released.