Dynamic Wireless Device Capability Reconfiguration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless devices, such as LTE Category 4 devices, often operate at full capacity even when reduced capabilities are sufficient, leading to network congestion and unnecessary resource utilization, particularly in scenarios where backup wireless communication is needed or when primary wired connections fail.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a system that allows devices to dynamically switch between full and reduced capability modes based on context, user input, or service provider instructions, enabling them to operate as lower capability devices like LTE Category 1 or Category 0 when not required, and revert to full capability when necessary, such as during primary mode failures or specific user scenarios.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If devices operate at full capability mode, then performance and data throughput are maximized, but network congestion increases and resource utilization becomes inefficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic capability adjustment where devices can switch between full capability mode and reduced capability mode based on network conditions, user needs, and service requirements. This dynamic reconfiguration allows the system to optimize performance when needed while reducing resource consumption and network congestion when full capabilities are not required.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the operational parameters of wireless devices by adjusting their capability mode (e.g., LTE category level, MIMO streams, modulation schemes). By modifying these parameters dynamically, the system can balance between achieving high data throughput and preventing network congestion, allowing devices to operate at appropriate capability levels rather than always at maximum.
2Productivity
If devices operate at full capability mode, then peak data throughput is maximized, but operational costs for service providers increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies partial action by allowing devices to operate at reduced capability levels when full capabilities are not needed. Instead of always activating all device capabilities, the system selectively enables only the necessary portion of device capacity based on current requirements, thereby reducing operational costs while maintaining sufficient performance.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent modifies operational parameters such as device category, MIMO configuration, and modulation schemes to match actual service requirements. By changing these parameters dynamically, the system reduces energy consumption and operational costs when high-speed data transfer is not required, while still maintaining the ability to provide peak throughput when needed.
3Reliability
If devices are configured for backup wireless communication, then reliability is improved, but resource utilization becomes inefficient when wired connection is available
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic mode switching for backup devices, allowing them to operate in reduced capability mode during normal wired operation to minimize resource utilization. When the wired connection fails or backup is needed, the device dynamically transitions to full capability mode, ensuring reliability is maintained only when necessary.
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AI summary
A method includes configuring a device, which is capable of operating in accordance with a first capability level, at a second capability level that is less than the first capability level. The method also includes identifying a problem or situation in which the first capability level is needed and reconfiguring the device to operate in accordance with the first capability level, in response to identifying the problem or situation. The method may further include determining that the problem or situation has been resolved and configuring the device to operate in accordance with the second capability level, in response to determining that the problem or situation has been resolved.