Network-Aware Optimization for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
Applying content adaptive data center routing and forwarding technology to novel industries, such as agriculture, manufacturing, traffic management, energy consumption, and personalized healthcare, to optimize performance and efficiency.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the challenge of high-performance network streaming applications in cloud computing environments. However, this innovative concept extends the core technology to tackle distinct problems in various industries, where network performance metrics have a direct impact on operational efficiency and decision-making. By leveraging the adaptive routing and forwarding approach, these industries can now overcome their unique network-related challenges.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept involves integrating the content adaptive data center routing and forwarding technology with industry-specific sensors, IoT devices, and data analytics. This enables real-time monitoring and optimization of network performance metrics, such as latency, jitter, bandwidth, and packet loss, to improve decision-making and efficiency in diverse industries. For instance, in agricultural irrigation, the system dynamically adjusts irrigation schedules based on real-time network performance metrics and soil moisture levels. In industrial manufacturing, the method predicts equipment failures by analyzing IoT sensor data and network latency metrics.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce an inventive step by applying the core technology to entirely novel industries and use cases, which were not originally considered. This expansion demonstrates a non-obvious and innovative application of the original patent's concepts, resulting in significant benefits for these industries.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include integrating the technology with edge computing, fog computing, or hybrid cloud architectures. Variations could involve using different types of sensors, IoT devices, or data analytics tools, or applying the technology to other industries, such as finance, education, or logistics.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, traffic management, energy consumption, and personalized healthcare. The technology can be licensed to companies operating in these industries, or NVIDIA can develop industry-specific solutions and services, opening up new revenue streams and expanding its market presence.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A63 | A63F13/358 |
| A | A63 | A63F13/352 |
| H | H04 | H04L47/18 |
| H | H04 | H04L47/2433 |
| H | H04 | H04L67/14 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Cloud computing, network performance optimization, distributed computing systems with a focus on adaptive routing and IoT sensor networks
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with expertise in network engineering, cloud computing architectures, sensor data processing, and distributed systems design, typically holding a master's or PhD in computer science or electrical engineering with 3-5 years of industry experience
Obviousness Rationale
The PTD demonstrates a straightforward application of the source patent's core network performance optimization methodology to diverse industry verticals by leveraging existing sensor technologies and cloud data processing techniques. A PHOSITA would recognize that the fundamental routing and performance monitoring approach can be readily adapted across different domains by substituting domain-specific sensors and data types. The technical framework of dynamically adjusting system parameters based on network performance metrics remains consistent across the disclosed variations.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,872 |
|---|---|
| Title | Content adaptive data center routing and forwarding in cloud computing environments |
| Assignee(s) | NVIDIA CORPORATION |