Virtual Identity Module Recharging via Unified Management System
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Solution Overview
Problem
The current recharging method for virtual identity modules is inflexible and inconvenient, relying on operations support systems for recharging, which lacks user control and flexibility.
Innovation Solution
A method and device that allow user equipment to receive recharge requests, determine the to-be-recharged virtual identity module and recharge amount, and send a recharge request to the operations support system, enabling users to initiate recharging through various channels and optimize virtual identity module selection based on location and usage patterns.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If users recharge virtual identity modules through operations support systems only, then recharging can be performed, but the recharging manner is monotonous and flexibility is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a virtual identity module management system as an intermediary between users and operations support systems. This management system enables multiple recharging channels including direct recharging through the management system, transfer between virtual identity modules, and integration with third-party payment platforms, thereby diversifying recharging methods while maintaining operational simplicity
Solution Approach 2:
The management system is designed to perform multiple functions: it can recharge virtual identity modules through multiple channels, transfer funds between different virtual identity modules, query balance information, and integrate with various payment platforms. This multi-functionality resolves the contradiction by providing diverse recharging methods while maintaining ease of operation through a unified interface
2Adaptability or versatility
If users obtain virtual identity modules from multiple operators, then module selection is diverse, but fund management becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges fund management for multiple virtual identity modules from different operators into a unified management system. The system consolidates balance information, recharge operations, and fund transfers across modules from different operators, allowing users to manage diverse virtual identity modules through a single interface rather than handling each module separately
Solution Approach 2:
The management system acts as an intermediary that abstracts the complexity of managing funds across multiple operators and modules. It provides unified balance inquiry, recharge, and transfer functions that work across different virtual identity modules regardless of their originating operator, thereby reducing management complexity while supporting module diversity
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AI summary
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a recharging method for a virtual identity module, and a device. A first recharge request that is sent by user equipment and carries user account information and recharge information is received; a to-be-recharged virtual identity module and a recharge amount are determined according to the recharge information; a second recharge request is sent to an operations support system of the to-be-recharged virtual identity module, where the second recharge request carries the recharge amount and the user account information, so that the operations support system of the to-be-recharged virtual identity module deducts the recharge amount from an account corresponding to the user account information, and recharges the to-be-recharged virtual identity module. Recharging manners are diversified, and a recharging process is more flexible and convenient.