Wireless Data Logger for SSD Log Retrieval
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing methods for retrieving and analyzing log data from embedded solid state drives (SSDs) are time-consuming and labor-intensive, requiring physical connections and wired interfaces, which hinder efficient validation and failure analysis.
Innovation Solution
A data logger device that can be coupled to or embedded within SSDs, capable of wirelessly transmitting log data to a remote device, allowing for real-time or near-real-time data acquisition and storage, reducing the need for physical connections and enabling remote validation and failure analysis.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a wired connection is used to retrieve log data from the SSD, then data retrieval is reliable, but the process is time-consuming and labor-intensive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical wired connection system with a wireless communication system. The data logger device uses wireless interfaces (such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or other wireless protocols) to transmit log data from the embedded SSD to the external computing device, eliminating the need for physical cable connections while maintaining data transmission reliability through protocol-level error checking and retransmission mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The data logger device serves as an intermediary between the embedded SSD and the external computing device. It captures log data from the SSD's dedicated port and wirelessly transmits it to the external device, acting as a bridge that enables remote data retrieval without requiring direct wired connections between the SSD and the computing device.
2Loss of information
If a wired connection is established between the host device and SSD, then log data can be retrieved, but the process requires physical effort and is laborious
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual physical connection operations with automated wireless communication. The data logger device automatically establishes wireless connections and retrieves log data using software-controlled protocols, eliminating the need for manual plugging and unplugging of cables, thereby significantly improving ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The data logger device enables self-service operation where the system automatically retrieves and transmits log data without requiring manual intervention. The wireless communication system handles connection establishment, data retrieval, and transmission automatically through software control, reducing labor requirements.
3Quantity of substance
If the SSD is embedded in the device, then storage density is increased, but accessing log data requires disconnecting and connecting external devices
Solution Approach 1:
The data logger device acts as an intermediary that enables flexible data access from the embedded SSD. It interfaces with the SSD's dedicated port and provides wireless data transmission capabilities, allowing external devices to access log data from the embedded SSD without requiring physical disconnection or reconnection operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The data logger device provides multi-functionality by combining log data capture, wireless communication, and data transmission capabilities in a single system. This enables the embedded SSD to maintain its space-saving integration while still providing flexible remote access to log data through wireless interfaces.
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AI summary
A device includes a connector configured to be coupled to a storage device. The device also includes a controller coupled to the connector and powered via the connector. The controller is configured to receive log data from the storage device while powered via the connector. The controller is also configured to transmit the log data via a wireless interface to a remote device.