Wireless Communication Mode Switching for Mobile Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing network connection systems for remotely controlled video camera apparatuses require manual input and effort to switch between different communication modes, lacking an intuitive method for switching network forms.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus equipped with wireless communication circuitry and control circuitry that automatically switches between communication modes based on the number of active connections, allowing seamless switching between master and subsidiary roles in wireless communication networks.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If manual switching of network connection forms is implemented, then communication mode can be changed, but user operation time and effort increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically determines the appropriate communication mode (infrastructure mode or ad hoc mode) based on the number of active connections, eliminating the need for manual user intervention. The control circuitry monitors connection status and autonomously switches modes, allowing the system to serve itself rather than requiring user configuration.
Solution Approach 2:
The system pre-configures multiple communication modes and prepares switching logic in advance. When connection conditions change, the predetermined switching rules are immediately applied, avoiding the need for users to manually configure settings at the moment of mode change.
2Adaptability or versatility
If manual switching of network connection forms is implemented, then communication mode can be changed, but operation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The automatic mode selection system eliminates the need for users to understand or configure communication mode settings. The control circuitry monitors connection status and autonomously determines whether to operate in infrastructure mode or ad hoc mode, making the system self-configuring and user-friendly.
Solution Approach 2:
The control circuitry acts as an intermediary between the wireless communication circuitry and the user, translating complex connection requirements into automatic mode selections. This intermediary layer handles the complexity of mode switching internally while presenting a simple interface to users.
3Loss of time
If automatic mode switching is implemented, then user operation time is reduced, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts communication modes based on real-time connection conditions. The control circuitry continuously monitors the number of active connections and automatically transitions between infrastructure mode and ad hoc mode, creating a flexible and adaptive system that responds to changing conditions without requiring complex manual configuration.
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AI summary
An information processing apparatus (e.g., smart phone), a first external device (e.g., first camera), and a second external device (e.g., second camera), may establish respective wireless communication connections in one of a first communication mode and a second communication mode. In the first communication mode, the information processing apparatus may act as a client device. In the second communication mode, the information processing apparatus may act as a master device. When there is an active communications connection between the information processing apparatus and the first external device in the first communication mode, the information processing apparatus switches from the first communication mode to the second communication mode based on a communications connection being initiated between the second external device and the information processing apparatus.