Wireless Communication Congestion Management via Dynamic Mode Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
In wireless communication networks, the coexistence of mobile P2P and non-mobile P2P communication schemes leads to wireless band congestion, resulting in a decreased communication rate due to interference and resource competition.
Innovation Solution
A communication apparatus equipped with a congestion degree calculating unit and an operation mode setting unit that assesses congestion levels across both mobile P2P and non-mobile P2P communications, dynamically adjusting operation modes to optimize channel usage, transmission power, and data transmission frequency, thereby mitigating congestion and maintaining communication efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If mobile P2P communication and non-mobile P2P communication operate simultaneously on the same wireless band, then communication coverage and accessibility are improved, but wireless band congestion increases and communication rate decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The communication apparatus dynamically switches between a first communication mode (direct P2P communication) and a second communication mode (communication through wireless access point) based on real-time congestion degree calculations. This dynamic adaptation allows the system to maintain communication coverage while optimizing communication rate by selecting the appropriate mode according to current wireless band conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the operational parameters of communication by calculating congestion degrees for different communication modes and selecting the mode with the lower congestion degree. This parameter-based decision-making enables the system to adapt to varying wireless conditions, maintaining both coverage and performance.
2Speed
If direct P2P communication is used between mobile terminals, then communication efficiency and speed are improved, but interference with other wireless communications increases
Solution Approach 1:
The communication apparatus calculates the congestion degree of the wireless band caused by its own communication and uses this feedback to determine whether to switch communication modes. This feedback mechanism allows the system to reduce interference by selecting the communication mode that causes less congestion, while maintaining communication speed through direct P2P when conditions permit.
3Productivity
If communication mode switching is implemented based on congestion degree, then communication rate is maintained, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The communication apparatus autonomously calculates its own congestion degree and automatically switches communication modes without external intervention. This self-service approach maintains communication rate while minimizing the need for complex external control systems, as each device independently manages its own communication mode based on calculated congestion levels.
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AI summary
According to one embodiment, a communication apparatus includes a congestion degree calculating unit and an operation mode setting unit. The congestion degree calculating unit calculates a third congestion degree related to wireless communication based on a first congestion degree of first wireless communication and a second congestion degree of second wireless communication. In the first wireless communication, peer-to-peer communication is performed directly between communication apparatuses, and in the second wireless communication, communication is performed through a wireless communication device. The operation mode setting unit switches an operation mode of the first wireless communication based on the third congestion degree to either of a mode in which the communication apparatus transmits content or a mode in which the communication apparatus receives content.