Wireless Station Location Content Association via Network Identifier
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless network technologies do not effectively utilize broadcasted network information strings to associate and deliver location-specific content to wireless stations, limiting the ability to provide targeted information or actions based on physical location.
Innovation Solution
A system that registers and associates network information strings with content, allowing wireless stations to receive and act upon location-specific information by broadcasting a beacon message containing a network identifier or MAC address, enabling the delivery of targeted content such as coupons, announcements, or directions based on proximity to specific network broadcast stations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If wireless networks broadcast network information strings (SSID, MAC address) for station identification and connection, then wireless stations can locate and connect to networks, but the broadcasted information cannot be used to deliver location-specific content or perform targeted actions based on physical location
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary system consisting of a server and database that mediates between the broadcasted network information and the wireless stations. The server receives broadcast information (SSID, MAC address), queries a database for associated content and actions, and delivers targeted content to stations based on their location relative to the broadcast source, thereby converting unused broadcast data into actionable location-specific information
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements preliminary action by pre-populating a database with network information strings and their associated content and actions before the wireless stations need them. This allows the system to quickly match broadcasted information with pre-prepared location-specific content and actions, enabling immediate delivery without real-time processing delays
2Ease of operation
If open wireless networks are made accessible to anyone without authentication, then user convenience and network accessibility are improved, but the ability to control and manage content distribution to specific users is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service by allowing wireless stations to autonomously perform scanning, identification, and connection to networks based on broadcast information without requiring manual authentication or complex user intervention. The system automatically matches stations with relevant content based on their location and profile, maintaining ease of access while enabling controlled content distribution through automated processes
Data Source
AI summary
A wireless station receives a message broadcast by a string broadcast station, which message includes a network information string. The wireless station generates an identifier comprising a tag component and a content component and sends the identifier and the network information string to a datastore. The identifier is stored in association with the network information string in the datastore.