Wireless Device Dynamic Band Switching Circuit

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing wireless transceivers are not flexible in receiving non-continuous band signals, leading to underutilization of receiving circuits and reduced system efficiency, as they enter idle mode when only one segment is transmitted.

Innovation Solution

A wireless device with multiple receiving and transmitting circuits that can dynamically switch between bands based on detected signal presence, using control signals to optimize circuit usage and prevent idle modes, allowing full utilization of all circuits.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If multiple receiving circuits are configured for different bands, then the system can receive non-continuous band signals, but the receiving circuits enter idle mode when only one segment is transmitted, reducing system efficiency

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecapability to receive non-continuous band signalsVSAvoidsystem efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The receiving circuits are designed to perform multiple functions: they can receive signals in their designated bands (first band for first receiving circuit, second band for second receiving circuit) and also receive signals in alternative bands when needed. The controller dynamically assigns circuits to appropriate bands based on transmission patterns, ensuring all circuits remain productive whether receiving continuous or non-continuous band signals.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The system implements dynamic band assignment where the controller monitors transmission patterns and reconfigures which receiving circuit operates in which band in real-time. When signals are transmitted only in the first band, the second receiving circuit is dynamically switched from its designated second band to receive in the first band instead, preventing idle modes and maintaining high system efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Reliability

If receiving circuits are dedicated to specific bands, then signal reception is optimized, but circuit utilization is reduced when only one band is active

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesignal reception optimizationVSAvoidcircuit utilization
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

Each receiving circuit is designed with universal capability to receive signals from multiple bands. The first receiving circuit can receive from both the first band and the second band, and the second receiving circuit can receive from both the second band and the first band. This multi-functionality ensures that signal reception remains optimized while circuit utilization is maximized based on actual transmission needs.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The system changes the operating parameters of receiving circuits dynamically. When the transmission pattern changes from non-continuous to continuous band signaling, the controller adjusts which circuit operates in which band, effectively changing the frequency parameters of circuit operation to match current transmission requirements, thereby maintaining both reception quality and utilization efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Device complexity

If the system uses fixed band assignment for receiving circuits, then configuration is simple, but flexibility in handling different transmission modes is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconfiguration simplicityVSAvoidflexibility in handling transmission modes
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system transitions from static to dynamic configuration. While the basic circuit setup remains simple (first receiving circuit, second receiving circuit, controller), the system dynamically adapts its operation mode based on transmission patterns. The controller monitors whether signals are transmitted in continuous or non-continuous bands and automatically reconfigures circuit assignments accordingly, providing flexibility without significantly increasing physical complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system implements self-service through automatic detection and reconfiguration. The controller automatically detects the transmission mode (continuous or non-continuous bands) and self-adjusts the band assignment for receiving circuits without requiring manual reconfiguration. This maintains configuration simplicity while achieving high adaptability to different transmission modes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS10004072B2Wireless device for improving operating efficiency
Publication Date: 2018.06.19 MEDIATEK INC
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AI summary

A wireless device and an associated wireless device are proposed. The wireless device includes a first receiving circuit, a second receiving circuit and a detector. The first receiving circuit is arranged to receive signals in a first band. The second receiving circuit is arranged to selectively receive signals in the first band or signal reception in a second band according to a first control signal, wherein the second band is different from the first band. The detector is arranged to detect existence of a transmission signal in the second band to set the first control signal.