WLAN Module State Feedback for LTE Aggregation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wireless communication technologies do not effectively manage WLAN aggregation in electronic devices, as they assume a separate WLAN module for aggregation, which is not always available, leading to inefficient bandwidth management and network capacity issues.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device with a processor that identifies the state of both a first and second communication module, determines their availability for simultaneous functions, and controls the communication interface to transmit availability information to external devices, allowing for efficient WLAN aggregation by utilizing a single WLAN module for both WLAN communication and LTE-WLAN aggregation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a separate WLAN module is assumed for WLAN aggregation, then aggregation function is available, but device complexity increases and not all terminals can support it
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies multi-functionality by enabling the WLAN module to serve dual purposes: original WLAN communication functions and LTE-WLAN aggregation functions. The base station determines the WLAN module's usage state and dynamically configures it for aggregation when conditions permit, eliminating the need for separate dedicated aggregation hardware while maintaining aggregation capabilities.
2Device complexity
If a single WLAN module is used for both original purpose and aggregation, then device complexity is reduced, but the base station cannot manage aggregation effectively due to lack of awareness
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback by having the terminal report WLAN module usage state information to the base station. The base station receives this feedback, determines whether the WLAN module is available for aggregation, and automatically adjusts aggregation configuration accordingly. This closed-loop feedback mechanism enables effective automated management despite using a shared WLAN module.
3Productivity
If the base station does not know the WLAN module usage state, then aggregation management is impossible, but network capacity and download speed are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary information exchange mechanism where the terminal acts as a mediator between the WLAN module and the base station. The terminal monitors and reports the WLAN module's usage state to the base station, enabling the base station to make informed aggregation decisions. This intermediary feedback channel prevents information loss and enables effective aggregation management.
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AI summary
An electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes a first communication module configured to communicate with an external device through a first communication scheme; a second communication module configured to communicate with the external device through a second communication scheme; and a processor configured to: identify a state of the second communication module, generate availability information indicating whether the second communication module is available to perform a same function with the first communication module, based on the state of the second communication module, and control the first communication module or the second communication module to transmit the availability information of the second communication module to the external device.