Wireless Apparatus State Synchronization via Signal Intermediary
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless communication systems face challenges in synchronizing wireless communication apparatuses efficiently, as they often require precise timing and frequency band changes to measure propagation information accurately, and existing solutions do not effectively manage transitions between asynchronous and synchronous states.
Innovation Solution
The system includes a processor in each wireless communication apparatus that receives signals indicating synchronous or asynchronous states and switches accordingly, using a signal-based mechanism to synchronize and change frequency bands, allowing apparatuses to transition from asynchronous to synchronous states based on received signals and predetermined conditions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If wireless communication apparatuses use precise timing and frequency band changes to measure propagation information, then measurement precision is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a signal as an intermediary carrier that conveys synchronization state information between wireless communication apparatuses. Instead of complex direct synchronization mechanisms, apparatuses exchange signals containing state information, allowing them to coordinate their operations (synchronous/asynchronous modes) and frequency band changes through this intermediate communication layer, thereby simplifying the overall synchronization system while maintaining measurement precision
2Adaptability or versatility
If wireless communication apparatuses frequently switch between synchronous and asynchronous states, then adaptability is improved, but loss of time increases due to state transition overhead
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary action by having apparatuses determine and indicate their synchronization state through transmitted signals before actual data communication occurs. The receiving apparatus can prepare appropriate reception modes (synchronous or asynchronous processing) in advance based on the received state indication, eliminating the need for time-consuming state detection and transition during active communication, thus reducing time loss while maintaining flexibility
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AI summary
According to one embodiment, An electronic apparatus that is capable to communicate with a wireless apparatus includes: a receiver to receive a first signal including first information in which the wireless apparatus is in a synchronous state, or a second signal including second information in which the wireless apparatus is in an asynchronous state; and a processor configured to switch the electronic apparatus from an asynchronous state to a synchronous state in response to reception of the first signal or reception of one or more of the second signals.