Wireless Network Throughput Control Using Automated Feedback
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Solution Overview
Problem
Wireless networks face challenges in adapting to changing conditions to provide optimal service to client devices due to interference and dynamic client device connectivity needs.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for automated modification of wireless networks involving configuration, connection, testing, and control modules to optimize connectivity throughput by dynamically adjusting network components based on performance metrics.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If wireless networks use fixed configuration, then network stability is maintained, but adaptability to changing conditions deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs automated modification where the network itself performs optimization without manual intervention. The gateway device automatically modifies network parameters based on performance metrics, enabling the network to self-optimize and adapt to changing conditions while reducing the complexity of manual configuration.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms where performance metrics are continuously monitored and fed back to the gateway device. This feedback loop enables automatic modification of network parameters based on actual performance data, allowing the network to adapt dynamically while maintaining configuration simplicity through automation.
2Productivity
If manual network optimization is performed, then network performance is improved, but operation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The gateway device performs automated optimization tasks that would otherwise require manual intervention. By self-modifying network parameters based on performance metrics, the system achieves improved connectivity throughput while maintaining operational simplicity, as users do not need to manually configure optimization parameters.
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces manual mechanical configuration processes with automated electronic modification. Instead of requiring users to manually adjust network settings, the gateway automatically modifies parameters electronically based on performance data, improving throughput while simplifying operation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If network parameters are frequently adjusted, then adaptability to interference is improved, but network stability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses feedback from performance metrics to automatically adjust network parameters only when necessary. The gateway monitors network conditions and modifies parameters in response to detected interference or degradation, enabling adaptability to interference while maintaining stability through data-driven, condition-based adjustments rather than frequent arbitrary changes.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically modifies specific network parameters such as transmission power, channel selection, and modulation schemes in response to detected conditions. These parameter changes are made selectively based on performance metrics, allowing the network to adapt to interference while maintaining overall stability through controlled, condition-responsive adjustments.
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AI summary
According to some embodiments, the disclosed method includes (i) configuring a wireless network, (ii) connecting, via the network, one or more network extenders to the network gateway, (iii) connecting one or more client devices to the wireless network, (iv) performing one or more network test operations on the wireless network, (v) determining, during the network test operations, connectivity throughput of the connection between each client device and the wireless network, and (vi) causing control of one or more of the one or more client devices, the one or more network extenders, or the network gateway based on the determined connectivity throughput between each client device and the wireless network.