Real-Time Video Clip Packaging for Live Streaming

The patent divides continuous video data into discrete video clips with fixed durations (e.g., 10 seconds each). Each clip is independently packaged and uploaded as a separate file to the server. This segmentation allows the system to achieve real-time sharing by uploading clips as they are generated while maintaining upload stability through independent, manageable file transfers rather than continuous stream transmission.

The patent implements preliminary packaging of video data into fixed-duration clips during the encoding process. As video data is captured and encoded, it is automatically segmented into predefined time intervals and packaged into standard formats (e.g., MP4). This preliminary action eliminates the need for complex real-time streaming protocols and enables immediate playback of completed clips, reducing delay while managing complexity through standardized processing.

The patent generates multiple versions of each video clip with different bitrate parameters (e.g., high, medium, low quality) during the encoding process. Each version maintains the same fixed duration and content but differs in compression level and file size. This allows the system to adapt to various communication environments by selecting appropriate bitrate versions for upload and playback, balancing quality requirements with network conditions while managing energy consumption through efficient encoding algorithms.