Wireless Radio Alignment Tools Using GPS and Spectrum Analysis
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless communication systems face challenges in optimizing and preventing electromagnetic interference across the electromagnetic spectrum, particularly in crowded frequency regions, which affects the alignment and operation of wireless radio devices.
Innovation Solution
Integration of a spectrum analyzer within wireless radio devices that continuously scans the operating band, allowing for real-time monitoring and analysis of electromagnetic interference, combined with alignment tools using GPS and directional sensors to facilitate precise point-to-point alignment of wireless radio devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional iterative alignment methods are used for wireless radio devices, then alignment can be achieved, but the process is slow and labor intensive
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-calculating the optimal alignment direction using GPS coordinates of both devices before the actual alignment process. The alignment tool determines the bearing and provides initial directional guidance, eliminating the need for slow iterative adjustments and reducing alignment time significantly.
2Measurement precision
If spectrum monitoring is performed to detect electromagnetic interference, then interference sources can be identified, but continuous monitoring increases device complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary spectrum analyzer component that can be integrated into the wireless radio device. This intermediary tool monitors the electromagnetic spectrum and identifies interference sources without requiring complex modifications to the core communication functions, thus maintaining measurement precision while managing device complexity through modular integration.
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AI summary
Wireless radio device alignment tools and methods. Described herein are methods for point-to-point alignment of wireless radio devices and alignment tools to assist in aligning wireless radio devices. These alignment tools may automatically or manually receive location information and may use a local compass function to determine a rough or initial alignment and additional tools to provide further (fine) alignment based on calculated and actual signal strength between the two devices being aligned.