18155011. In-Situ Flow Detection Method and Related Device simplified abstract (HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.)
In-Situ Flow Detection Method and Related Device
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In-Situ Flow Detection Method and Related Device - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18155011 titled 'In-Situ Flow Detection Method and Related Device
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method and device for detecting flow in a communication network. When the uplink and downlink tunnels of a node are different, the node generates a traffic detection header to continue sending packets without using an IFIT indication from a control node. This enables in-situ flow detection across different types of tunnels.
- The method allows for in-situ flow detection across tunnels of different types in a communication network.
- The first node generates a second traffic detection header based on a first traffic detection header when the tunnel types are inconsistent.
- The first node can continue sending packets to a next hop without relying on an IFIT indication from a control node.
- The method and device provide a simplified and efficient way to implement flow detection in a network.
Potential Applications
- This technology can be applied in various communication networks, such as wired or wireless networks.
- It can be used in network monitoring and management systems to detect and analyze traffic flows.
- The method can be implemented in routers, switches, or other network devices to improve flow detection capabilities.
Problems Solved
- The method solves the problem of detecting flow across tunnels of different types in a communication network.
- It eliminates the need for an IFIT indication from a control node, simplifying the flow detection process.
- The technology provides a more efficient and streamlined approach to flow detection in network environments.
Benefits
- The method enables in-situ flow detection without relying on specific tunnel types.
- It improves the accuracy and efficiency of flow detection in a network.
- The technology can be easily implemented in existing network devices without significant modifications.
Original Abstract Submitted
An in-situ flow detection method and a related device are disclosed pertaining to the field of communication technologies. The method includes, when a tunnel type of an uplink tunnel of a first node is inconsistent with a tunnel type of a downlink tunnel of the first node, the first node generates a second traffic detection header based on a first traffic detection header. Therefore, the first node can continue to send, to a next hop without using an IFIT indication delivered by a control node, a packet that carries a traffic detection header, so that in-situ flow detection across tunnels of different types is implemented.
