Wireless Device Network Connection Module Conditional Scanning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Wireless devices expend excessive power searching for network connections due to rote scanning, often initiating unnecessary scans, especially in environments with overlapping network coverage and varying signal strengths.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for a wireless device to initiate a network connection command only after satisfying predetermined conditions such as time, location, or signal strength, using a network connection module and profile management module to manage settings and display conditions through a graphical user interface, allowing conditional network seeking based on detected connections and signal parameters.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If wireless devices perform periodic scanning to determine network availability, then the device can maintain connection to target networks, but power is expended and battery is depleted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic scanning behavior where the device adjusts its scanning activity based on current network conditions and historical data. Instead of fixed periodic scanning, the system dynamically determines when scanning is necessary by evaluating whether the device is within range of known networks and whether connection conditions are favorable, thereby reducing unnecessary scanning operations and power consumption while maintaining reliable network availability
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs feedback mechanisms by continuously monitoring network signal strength, connection status, and environmental conditions. This feedback information is used to intelligently control scanning behavior - when signal strength is adequate and connection is stable, scanning is reduced or suspended; when conditions deteriorate or improve, scanning is triggered appropriately. This feedback-driven approach optimizes the balance between maintaining network availability and conserving battery power
2Adaptability or versatility
If wireless devices initiate scans in a rote automatic manner, then the device can discover available networks, but unnecessary scans are initiated
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-establishing a database of known target networks and their characteristics before scanning begins. The device uses this pre-collected information to predict which networks are likely to be available and relevant, then initiates scanning only for those specific networks under appropriate conditions. This preliminary preparation eliminates the need for broad, unnecessary scans while maintaining comprehensive network discovery capability for relevant networks
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically changes scanning parameters such as scan frequency, duration, and target network selection based on current device state, environmental conditions, and network availability data. Instead of uniform automatic scanning, the device adjusts scanning intensity and scope according to parameters like battery charge level, current location, and detected signal strength, thereby reducing unnecessary scans while preserving adaptability to discover available networks when conditions warrant
3Productivity
If wireless devices scan frequently to maintain network awareness, then connection opportunities are maximized, but battery life is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements intelligent periodic action by scheduling scanning operations based on predicted network availability patterns and device usage scenarios. Instead of continuous or uniformly periodic scanning, the system identifies optimal time intervals for scanning when network conditions are most likely to be favorable and connection opportunities are most valuable. This selective periodic scanning maintains productivity by capturing key connection opportunities while significantly reducing overall scanning frequency to preserve battery life
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AI summary
The disclosure relates to a system and method for initiating a command relating to one network that an electronic communication device may be in communication with, depending on triggering conditions relating to another network that the device may be in communication with. The communication device comprises: a network connection to initiate a command relating to the network after satisfaction of a predetermined condition relating to another network relating to the communication device; and a communication system to process communications between the device and the network and between the device and another network.