Wireless Video Acquisition System Using Bridge Network
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional optics-based spotting scopes have limitations in distance and line-of-sight, making it difficult to acquire clear images of objects at a distance and requiring physical presence for target acquisition and control of remote devices.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising transceiver units with local networks and a bridge network for wireless communication, allowing remote devices to transmit and receive data over long distances, enabling users to control and acquire digital video images from a distance using smart devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional optics-based spotting scopes are used, then clear viewing is achieved, but distance and line-of-sight limitations prevent acquisition of distant targets
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical optical system (spotting scope) with an electronic system consisting of a remote camera device, wireless transceiver units, and a smart device. The camera captures images electronically, and data is transmitted wirelessly to the user's smart device, eliminating the need for direct line-of-sight optical viewing and enabling acquisition of distant targets beyond the scope's physical reach
2Ease of operation
If traditional spotting scopes are used, then target viewing is possible, but physical presence is required for target acquisition and device control
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces wireless transceiver units as intermediaries between the remote camera device and the user's smart device. These transceiver units receive wireless data from the camera and relay it to the user, enabling remote control and viewing without requiring the user to be physically present at the device location
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a digital copy of the visual scene through the camera device, which captures images and transmits them wirelessly to the user's smart device. This allows the user to view and control the remote device from a distance by interacting with the digital representation on the smart device
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AI summary
A system can include a first transmitter unit having a first communication engine that controls a first local network, where the first transmitter unit is positioned at a first location. The system can also include a first remote device communicably coupled, using the first local network, to the first transmitter unit. The system can further include a receiver unit having a second communication engine that controls a second local network, where the receiver unit is positioned at a second location. The system can also include a smart device having an application that is communicably coupled, using the second local network, to the receiver unit. The system can further include a bridge network that wirelessly communicably couples the first transmitter unit to the receiver unit. The first local network and the second local network are wireless networks.