System and apparatus suitable for facilitating energy efficency and a processing method in association thereto

Abstract

There is provided a processing method including an input step receiving at least one input signal associated with a mapping table indicative of mapping between at least one Low Power Wake Up Signal (LPWUS) region and at least one timer value and a processing step including measuring at least one value associated with the LPWUS during a current and a subsequent time instance and / or determining whether the value measured during the subsequent time instance resides within the LPWUS region. If determined to be residing within the LPWUS region, a countdown is initiated based on a waiting time period defined based on a timer value associated with the LPWUS region. The countdown can be adaptively adjusted by manner of being increased, decreased or maintained.

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[0001]202304787 1 SYSTEM AND APPARATUS SUITABLE FOR FACILITATING ENERGY EFFICENCY AND A PROCESSING METHOD IN ASSOCIATION THERETO Field Of Invention The present disclosure generally relates to one or both of a system and an apparatus suitable for facilitating power / energy efficiency in association with, for example, a User Equipment (UE) usable for communication. The present disclosure further relates a processing / communication method which can be associated with the system and / or the apparatus. Background Generally, energy efficiency would be helpful / desired in communication networks. An example of a communication network would be a 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) 5G (fifth generation) New Radio (NR) standard-based telecommunications network. Typically, techniques such as a Discontinuous Reception (DRX) mechanism and communication of Wake-Up Signals (WUS) can be utilized to assist in facilitating energy efficiency. The present disclosure contemplates that conventional techniques (e.g., DRX and / or WUS) may not facilitate efficiency in an optimal manner. The present disclosure contemplates that it would be helpful to address (or at least mitigate) one or more issues in relation to conventional techniques for facilitating energy efficiency. Summary of the Invention In accordance with an aspect of the disclosure, there is provided a communication / processing method (e.g., referable to as a processing method). 202304787 2 The processing method can, for example, include an input step and a processing step, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The input step can include receiving one or more input signals which can be associated with a mapping table indicative of mapping between at least one Low Power Wake Up Signal (LPWUS) region (e.g., a first LPWUS region and / or a second LPWUS region) and at least one timer value (e.g., a first timer value associable with the first LPWUS region and / or a second timer value associable with the second LPWUS region). The processing step can include one or both of a measuring step and a determining step (i.e., a measuring step and / or a determining step). The measuring step can include measuring at least one value associated with the LPWUS during a current time instance and at least one value associated with the LPWUS during a subsequent time instance. The subsequent time instance can be subsequent to the current time instance. The determining step can include determining whether the value associated with the LPWUS during the subsequent time instance resides within a LPWUS region (e.g., a first LPWUS region) which can, for example, include a first threshold value (e.g., ^1RSRP, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure) and a second threshold value (e.g., ^2RSRP, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure). If determined to be residing within the LPWUS region a countdown can be capable of being initiated (e.g., started / activated) based on a waiting time period (e.g., based on a timer value). The waiting time period can, for example, be defined based on a timing value associated with the first threshold value or a timing value associated with the second threshold value (e.g., based on a timing value corresponding to the higher threshold value as between the first and the second threshold values). Moreover, the countdown can be capable of being adaptively adjusted by manner of being increased, decreased or maintained. 202304787 3 In one embodiment, the value associated with the LPWUS can correspond to one or both of LPWUS Reference Signal Received Power (RSRP) and LPWUS Reference Signal Received Quality (RSRQ) (i.e., LPWUS RSRP and / or LPWUS RSRQ). In one embodiment, the current time instance can correspond to a previous time instance (rprev) with reference to the subsequent time instance (rcurr). Moreover, “rcurr” can correspond to a current time instance with respect to “rprev”. In one embodiment, the LPWUS value determined during “rprev” can be either higher or lower compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr”. In one embodiment, when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is higher compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and when “rcurr” is determinable not to be residing between the LPWUS region (i.e., “rcurr” can be determined to be residing / determined to fall within another LPWUS region, such as the second LPWUS region, which is different from the LPWUS region which can, for example, correspond to the first LPWUS region), the countdown can be adaptively increased. In one embodiment, when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is higher compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and when “rcurr” is determinable to be residing within the (e.g., first) LPWUS region, the countdown is maintained. In one embodiment, when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is lower compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and when “rcurr” is determinable not to be residing between the (e.g., first) LPWUS region, the countdown is adaptively reduced. In one embodiment, when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is lower compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and when “rcurr” is 202304787 4 determinable to be residing within the (e.g., first) LPWUS region, the countdown is maintained. In one embodiment, one or more base stations can be configured to perform a communication step of communicating the input signal(s). A base station can, for example, correspond to a Next Generation Node B (gNB). In one embodiment, a User Equipment (UE) can be configured to perform the input step (302), and the input signal(s) can be communicated from the gNB to the UE. In one embodiment, the processing method can further include an output step. With regard to the output step, one or more output signals can be communicated, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The present disclosure further contemplates a computer program (not shown) which can include instructions which, when the program is executed by a computer (not shown), cause the computer to carry out the input step, the processing step and / or the output step as discussed with reference to the communication / processing method. For example, the computer program can include instructions which, when the program is executed by a computer, cause the computer to carry out the input step and / or the processing step, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The present disclosure yet further contemplates a computer readable storage medium (not shown) having data stored therein representing software executable by a computer (not shown), the software including instructions, when executed by the computer, to carry out the input step, the processing step and / or the output step as discussed with reference to the communication / processing method. For example, the computer readable storage medium can have data stored therein representing software executable by a computer, the software including instructions, when executed by the computer, cause the computer to carry out the input step and / or the processing step, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In accordance with an aspect of the disclosure, there is provided an apparatus. 202304787 5 The apparatus can include a first module, a second module and / or a third module. The first module can be configured to receive one or more input signals. The input signal(s) can, for example, be associated with a mapping table indicative of mapping between at least one Low Power Wake Up Signal (LPWUS) region and at least one timer value; The second module can be configured to process and / or facilitate processing of the input signal(s) according to the processing method as discussed earlier to generate one or more output signals. The third module can be configured to communicate one or more output signals. The output signal(s) can, for example, correspond to one or more control signals for facilitating adaptive adjustment of countdown by manner of increasing the countdown, decreasing the countdown or maintaining the countdown. In one embodiment, the apparatus can correspond to a User Equipment (UE) which can communicate with a device corresponding to a base station. The base station can, for example, correspond to a Next generation Node B (gNB) which can be configured to communicate one or more signals (e.g., input signal(s)) to the UE. In accordance with an aspect of the disclosure, there is provided a system. The system can include one or more apparatuses and one or more devices. The apparatus(es) and the device(s) can, for example, be capable of being coupled via wired coupling and / or wireless coupling. Brief Description of the Drawings Embodiments of the disclosure are described hereinafter with reference to the following drawings, in which: 202304787 6 Fig. 1a shows a system which can include at least one apparatus, according to an embodiment of the disclosure; Fig.1b to Fig.1d show an example scenario in association with the system of Fig.1a, according to an embodiment of the disclosure; Fig, 2 shows the apparatus of Fig, 1a in further detail, according to an embodiment of the disclosure; and Fig. 3 shows a processing / communication method in association with the system of Fig.1a, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. Fig. 4a to Fig. 4d show an example context in association with the processing / communication method of Fig. 3, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. Fig. 5a and Fig. 5b show an illustrative example in association with the example context of Fig.4a to Fig.4d, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. Detailed Description The present disclosure generally contemplates the facilitation of, for example, network (e.g., in association with 3GPP based standard / specification etc.) and / or user equipment (UE) efficiency (e.g., energy / power efficiency), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Specifically, the present disclosure contemplates the possibility of optimization for Low Power Wake Up Signal (LPWUS) in connection with 3GPP Release 18 (and beyond) standard(s). Generally, the LPWUS can be received by a Low Power Wake Up Receiver (LPWUR). It is contemplated that coverage of the LPWUS can be lesser than the physical downlink control channel (PDCCH) coverage. Moreover, a threshold can 202304787 7 be defined / set in connection with a LPWUS value which can be associated with / include one or both of Reference Signal Received Power RSRP (i.e., referable to as “LPWUS RSRP value” and / or “LPWUS RSRP”) and Reference Signal Received Quality RSRQ (i.e., referable to as “LPWUS RSRQ value” and / or “LPWUS RSRQ”). The LPWUS value can be set in association with at least one User Equipment (UE). In an example situation when the LPWUS RSRP (or LPWUS RSRP value) is evaluated to be below the threshold, the UE may determine that the LPWUS can no longer decodable (i.e., at the prevailing LPWUS RSRP) and the UE may be configured to then switch on the Main Radio (MR) to receive one or more wake up signals instead. The present disclosure contemplates that energy / power saving (i.e., as facilitated by the LPWUR) may possibly be restricted depending on whether the UE can detect an RSRP to be above a certain defined / set threshold. Accordingly, the present disclosure contemplates that energy / power efficiency may possibly not be facilitated in an optimal / efficient manner due to such restriction. Specifically, the present disclosure contemplates that it may be possible for one or more LPWUS signals to be detected (e.g., detectability can be with reasonable / significant probability, depending on, for example, how the threshold can be configured; e.g., if the channel conditions change for the next LPWUS)) even in an example situation where the LPWUS RSRP is below a set / defined threshold, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Moreover, where only one set / defined threshold (e.g., a single threshold) acts as a reference, a UE may, for example, be configured to turn on the MR as soon as, for example, the LPWUS RSRP is determined to be below the threshold. The present disclosure contemplates that it could be possible that in an example situation, a LPWUS RSRP may dip below a threshold only temporarily which may, for example, be for a negligible time-frame (e.g., dipping below a threshold may be temporal / due to fluctuation and the RSRP may improve / recover to above the 202304787 8 set / defined threshold within an acceptably short time-frame). In such a situation, the present disclosure contemplates that LPWUS may still possibly be decodable (e.g., can be decoded correctly), and the MR may have been turned on unnecessarily, leading to potential energy / power wastage (i.e., power / energy inefficiency). The present disclosure contemplates that it may be helpful to consider some form of dynamic / adaptive / gradual configuration / determination strategy which will aid in power / energy consumption efficiency, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The dynamic / adaptive / gradual control configuration / determination strategy can, for example, be in relation to dynamic / adaptive / gradual control based on multiple LPWUS regions (e.g., LPWUS RSRP region(s) and / or LPWUS RSRQ region(s)), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Each LPWUS region can, for example, include an upper threshold value (e.g., an upper LPWUS RSRP threshold value) and a lower threshold value (e.g., a lower LPWUS RSRP threshold value), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The upper threshold value can be higher compared to the lower threshold value. Conversely, the lower threshold value can be lower compared to the higher threshold value. In one example, the upper threshold value can be referred to as “a first threshold value” and the lower threshold value can be referred to as “a second threshold value”, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In another example, the lower threshold value can be referred to as “a first threshold value” and the upper threshold value can be referred to as “a second threshold value”, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. For example, the present disclosure contemplates the possibility of a configuration based on multiple LPWUS RSRP regions (e.g., a first LPWUS RSRP region and a second LPWUS RSRP region) and associating a timer value with each LPWUS RSRP region (e.g., a mapping between the LPWUS RSRP regions and the time values). For example, an upper threshold value can be associated with a time value / timing value and the lower threshold value can be associated with another time 202304787 9 value / timing value. The timer value can, for example, be based on / defined based on the time value / timing value associated with the upper threshold value or the time value / timing value associated with the lower threshold value, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Configuration may be possible for at least one UE in any RRC (Radio Resource Control) state such as a “connected” state, an “inactive” state and / or an “idle” state (e.g., RRC_CONNECTED, RRC_INACTIVE and / or RRC_IDLE). The LPWUS regions may, for example, be configured by a network (e.g., in association with a base station such as a Next Generation Node B, gNB) via a system information message and / or in a UE-specific manner (e.g., when / if in the RRC_CONNECTED or RRC_INACTIVE state) using RRC / other UE-specific signaling. A UE can, for example, be configured to measure a LPWUS RSRP value via a LPWUR (which can be included / a part of the UE). When / if the measured LPWUS RSRP value falls within any of the multiple LPWUS RSRP regions, the UE can be configured to wait for a time period (i.e., waiting time period) based on the corresponding / associated time value (e.g., based on a mapping between the LPWUS RSRP region(s) and the timer value(s)) before turning the MR on. During the waiting time period (i.e., while counting down), the UE can be configured to continue evaluating the LPWUS RSRP via the LPWUR. Dependent on the evaluation (e.g., whether a higher / lower LPWUS RSRP can be detected and / or whether the LPWUS RSRP detected lies in the same / a different LPWUS RSRP region as compared to previously), the remainder of the waiting time period can be adaptively / dynamically / gradually varied (e.g., increased / decreased / maintained). In one example, if a successive LPWUS RSRP can be detected / determined to be in the same region as a current LPWUS RSRP, the UE can be configured to maintain countdown of the remainder of the waiting time period. . In this regard, it is appreciable that a gradual degradation in energy / power savings in each lower LPWUS RSRP threshold state can possibly be facilitated. This can be in contrast with an abrupt increase in energy / power usage (e.g., by the UE) owing to the MR being turned “ON” (of “OFF”) as and when the detected LPWUS RSRP dips below a (single) set / defined threshold. Moreover, it is contemplated that it may be possible that during the waiting time period (i.e., during which LPWUR would be utilized for detection), channel condition may improve and the MR may not be 202304787 10 unnecessarily turned on, leading to improvement in power / energy efficiency being possibly facilitated. This can be contrasted with a situation where the MR could be unnecessarily turned on due to a dip in LPWUS RSRP below a (single) set / defined threshold which might be caused by, for example, a temporary channel fluctuation and / or UE mobility (which may lead to power / energy wastage). Generally, the present disclosure contemplates that, for example, multiple LPWUS RSRP regions can be associated with waiting time periods (e.g., each waiting time period can be associated with a timer value for countdown). Moreover, depending on the measured LPWUS RSRP value(s) and which LPWUS RSRP region(s) the LPWUS RSRP value(s) fall / reside within, a UE can be configured to perform a countdown (i.e., based on the waiting time period) before, for example, deciding whether (or not) to switch on the MR, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In the above manner, power / energy consumption efficiency can be possibly facilitated, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The foregoing will be discussed in further detail with reference to Fig. 1 to Fig. 5 hereinafter. Referring to Fig. 1a, a system 100 is shown, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. The system 100 can, for example, be suitable for facilitating energy / power efficiency, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. As shown, the system 100 can include one or more apparatuses 102, at least one device 104 and, optionally, a communication network 106, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The apparatus(es) 102 can be coupled to the device(s) 104. Specifically, the apparatus(es) 102 can, for example, be coupled to the device(s) 104 via the communication network 106, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. 202304787 11 In one embodiment, the apparatus(es) 102 can be coupled to the communication network 106 and the device(s) 104 can be coupled to the communication network 106. Coupling can be by manner of one or both of wired coupling and wireless coupling. The apparatus(es) 102 can, in general, be configured to communicate with the device(s) 104 via the communication network 106, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. The apparatus(es) 102 can, for example, be associated with / correspond to / include one or more user equipment (UE) which can carry one or more computers, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. For example, an apparatus 102 can correspond to a UE carrying at least one computer (e.g., an electronic device / module having computing capabilities such as an electronic mobile device which can be carried into a vehicle or an electronic module which can be installed in a vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure) which can be configured to perform one or more processing tasks in association with adaptive / dynamic / gradual control, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. For example, dynamic / adaptive / gradual control can be based on, for example, multiple LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ regions. In a more specific example, the apparatus(es) 102 can, in one embodiment, include one or more processors (not shown) which can be configured to perform one or more processing tasks in association with dynamic / adaptive / gradual control (e.g., based on multiple LPWUS RSRP regions and / or LPWUS RSRQ regions), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In one embodiment, the apparatus(es) 102 can, for example, be configured to receive one or more input signals and perform at least one processing task based on the input signal(s) in a manner to generate one or more output signals. The input signal(s) can, for example, be communicated from the device(s) 104 and received by the apparatus(es) 102, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. As a possible option, the output signal(s) can, for example, be communicated from the apparatus(es) 102, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The apparatus(es) 102 will be discussed later in further detail with reference to Fig.2, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. 202304787 12 The device(s) 104 can, for example, be associated with / correspond to at least one base station (e.g., at least one gNB). Moreover, the device(s) 104 can, for example, be configured to carry / be associated with / include one or more computers (e.g., an electronic device / module having computing capabilities) which can, for example, be configured to perform one or more processing tasks in association with the base station. The device(s) 104 can be configured to generate one or more input signals which can be communicated to the apparatus(es) 102, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. This will be discussed later in further detail in the context of an example scenario, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The communication network 106 can, for example, correspond to an Internet communication network, a cellular-based communication network, a wired-based communication network, a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) based communication network, a wireless-based communication network, or any combination thereof. Communication (e.g., between the apparatuses 102 and / or between the apparatus(es) 102 and the device(s) 104) via the communication network 106 can be by manner of one or both of wired communication and wireless communication. Earlier mentioned, the apparatus(es) 102 can, for example, be configured to receive at least one input signal and perform at least one processing task in association with dynamic / adaptive / gradual control (e.g., based on multiple LPWUS RSRP regions and / or LPWUS RSRQ regions) on the input signal(s) in a manner so as to generate at least one output signal. Moreover, the device(s) 104 can, for example, be configured to generate (and communicate) the input signal(s) to the apparatus(es) 102, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. This will be discussed, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, in the context of an example scenario with reference to Fig.1b to Fig.1d, hereinafter. Specifically, Fig. 1b shows an example context for discussion in connection with the example scenario as shown in Fig. 1c and Fig. 1d, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. 202304787 13 More specifically, in the example context, referring to Fig. 1b, one possibility to address the issue of energy / power efficiency is utilization of a separated / integrated receiver (i.e., low power wake up receiver, LPWUR) which can be introduced to monitor low power wake up signal (LPWUS). A Main radio (MR) which can correspond to a regular communication device (i.e., New Radio, NR, device), in which operations in relation to, for example, RRC_IDLE / INACTIVE / CONNECTED state(s) (i.e., Radio Resource Control idle / inactive / connected state(s)) can be performed. When no data / signals are being communicated, a UE may turn off the MR or maintain the MR in ultra deep-sleep state while utilizing a separated LPWUR for monitoring the LPWUS for possible communication of data / signals to facilitate power saving. Moreover, a UE accessing network may, anyway, be required to stay in at least one RRC state – however, with LPWUR, the MR can possibly be turned off. Notably, in such LPWUS mode, the UE monitors LPWUS (or LP-synchronization signal, reference signal if possible) without actions related to RRC_IDLE / INACTIVE (e.g., paging / PEI reception, SSB / SI reception). As mentioned earlier, in an example situation when the LPWUS RSRP is evaluated to be below the threshold, the UE may determine that the LPWUS can no longer decodable (i.e., at the prevailing LPWUS RSRP) and the UE may be configured to then switch on the Main Radio (MR) to receive one or more wake up signals instead. The present disclosure contemplates that energy / power saving (i.e., as facilitated by the LPWUR) may possibly be restricted depending on whether the UE can detect an RSRP to be above a certain defined / set threshold. Accordingly, the present disclosure contemplates that energy / power efficiency may possibly not be facilitated in an optimal / efficient manner due to such restriction. Specifically, the present disclosure contemplates that it may be possible for one or more LPWUS signals to be detected (e.g., detectability can be with reasonable / significant probability, depending on, for example, how the threshold can be configured; e.g., if the channel conditions change for the next LPWUS)) even in a situation where the LPWUS RSRP is below a set / defined threshold, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. 202304787 14 Moreover, where only one set / defined threshold (e.g., a single threshold) acts as a reference, a UE may, for example, be configured to turn on the MR as soon as the LPWUS RSRP is determined to be below the threshold. The present disclosure contemplates that it could be possible that a LPWUS RSRP may dip below a threshold only temporarily which may, for example, be for a negligible time-frame (e.g., dipping below a threshold may be temporal / due to fluctuation and the RSRP may improve / recover to above the set / defined threshold within an acceptably short time-frame). In such a situation, the present disclosure contemplates that LPWUS may still possibly be decodable (e.g., can be decoded correctly), and the MR may have been turned on unnecessarily, leading to potential energy / power wastage (i.e., power / energy inefficiency). The present disclosure contemplates, as will be discussed further in detail in the context of an example scenario associated with the system 100 in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, that it may be helpful to consider some form of dynamic / adaptive / gradual configuration / determination strategy which will aid in power / energy consumption efficiency, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The dynamic / adaptive / gradual control configuration / determination strategy can, for example, be in relation to dynamic / adaptive / gradual control based on multiple LPWUS regions, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Referring to Fig. 1c and Fig. 1d, in the example scenario, the system 100 can be suitable for facilitating dynamic / adaptive / gradual control, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In a more specific example, the system 100 can be suitable for facilitating dynamic / adaptive / gradual control based on multiple LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ regions in a manner so as to facilitate energy / power efficiency, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Moreover, an apparatus 102 (referable to as a UE hereinafter in the context of this example scenario) can be carried in / by a vehicle. Moreover, a device 104 (referable to as a “gNB” hereinafter in the context of this example scenario) can be coupled to the UE (e.g., via the communication network 106). Furthermore, in the example scenario, there can be a plurality of UEs (e.g., UE1 and UE2) coupled to a gNB. The UEs can, for example, 202304787 15 be located in various locations / regions within the network 106. The locations / regions can, for example, include a LPWUS region and a PDCCH (Physical Downlink Control Channel) region, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Moreover, the boundary between the LPWUS region and the PDCCH region can be considered to be / can denote a RSRP / RSRQ threshold (e.g., which can be indicative of the aforementioned threshold which can be defined / set in connection with the LPWUS RSRP). In one example, as shown, UE1 which is closer (as compared to UE2) in proximity to the gNB can be considered to be located in a LPWUS region. The LPWUS region can, for example, be associated with LPWUS coverage. In this regard, UE1 can be considered to be within LPWUS coverage (conversely UE2 is outside of LPWUS coverage). Moreover, as shown, UE2 which is further (as compared to UE1) in proximity to the gNB can be considered to be outside of LPWUS coverage but in the PDCCH region. The PDCCH region can, for example, be associated with PDCCH coverage. In this regard, UE2 can be considered to be outside LPWUS coverage whereas UE1 can be considered to be within LPWUS coverage. Appreciably, coverage of the LPWUS region can be considered to be less than that of the PDCCH region. In this regard, a LPWUR which is monitoring a LPWUS may not always be able to meet the RSRP / RSRQ threshold configured by the network (e.g., gNB) for LPWUS detection, even when it (e.g., a LPWUR carried by UE2) is within the PDCCH coverage of the serving cell. The RSRP threshold (and / or RSRQ threshold) value can, for example, be defined / set by the network (e.g., gNB) for the UE to turn on the MR and disable the LPWUR. The present disclosure contemplates that this may possibly not facilitate power / energy saving (e.g., with respect to a UE) in an optimal / efficient manner. For example, a UE (e.g., UE2) which is outside the LPWUS coverage but in the PDCCH coverage, may not be fully able to utilize the LPWUR as such UE (e.g., UE2) may possibly not / never be able to put the MR it (e.g., UE2) is carrying in Ultra-Deep sleep mode state. 202304787 16 The present disclosure contemplates that it may be helpful to consider some form of dynamic / adaptive / gradual configuration / determination strategy which will aid in power / energy consumption efficiency, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The dynamic / adaptive / gradual control configuration / determination strategy can, for example, be in relation to dynamic / adaptive / gradual control based on multiple LPWUS regions, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. For example, the multiple RSRP / RSRQ regions can be preconfigured / defined / predetermined / determined / set by a network (e.g., gNB) for a UE which may be in any of the RRC “idle” state, “inactive” state and / or “connected” state (i.e., RRC_IDLE, RRC_INACTIVE and / or RRC_CONNECTED). For each RSRP / RSRQ region, a waiting time period can be preconfigured / defined / predetermined / determined / set. The waiting time period can, for example, be associated with a timer value for countdown. The timer value can, for example, be based on / defined based on a time value (referable to as a “timing value”) associated with an upper threshold value or a time value (referable to as a “timing value”) associated with a lower threshold value, In accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. A mapping / association between the each of the RSRP / RSRQ regions and each of the timer values can, for example, be preconfigured / defined / predetermined / determined / set (e.g., in association with each UE), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Such mapping / association may, for example, be provided (i.e., communicated / transmitted) via a system information message and / or via a UE specific RRC configuration (e.g., for the RRC_INACTIVE or RRC_CONNECTED states), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. A UE can, for example, be configured to evaluate (e.g., detect / measure) a LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ (e.g., via LPWUR) and can be configured to compare the LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ with the RSRP / RSRQ regions. Based on such comparison, a waiting time period can be derived (e.g., based on which RSRP / RSRQ regions the evaluated LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ value falls / resides within), before the MR can be turned on. A timer (e.g., carried by a UE) can be set based on the waiting time period. While the UE waits with the timer running (i.e., during the waiting time period), the UE can continue to further evaluate the LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ via the LPWUR which can be carried by the UE. Based on such 202304787 17 further evaluation, remaining time value associated with the waiting time period can be varied adaptively / dynamically / gradually (e.g., remaining time value can be increased / decreased / maintained). For example, the remaining time value can be increased (or decreased) based on a higher (or lower) LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ value further evaluated which may be residing in a different RSRP / RSRQ region in the mapping / association. In this regard, the UE can, for example, configured to receive one or more input signal(s) communicable from the gNB. The gNB can, for example, be configured to preconfigured / defined / predetermined / determined / set at least one timer value in association with at least one RSRP / RSRQ region (e.g., a timer value can be associated a RSRP / RSRQ region). Moreover, for example, the gNB can be configured to generate / determine / set / preconfigure / configure and / or communicate one or more input signals indicative of / associated with / corresponding to / including the multiple RSRP / RSRQ regions and / or mapping / association between the RSRP / RSRQ region(s) and the timer value(s). In one embodiment, communication of the input signal(s) from the gNB to the UE can, for example, be based on any one of, or any combination of, the following: ^ In RRC_IDLE mode, system information message can be utilized. ^ In RRC_INACTIVE / CONNECTED mode, system information message and / or UE specific message can be utilized. ^ In RRC_INACTIVE / CONNECTED mode, it is possible that the UE can be configured to select Offset range which is configured only using UE specific message. The UE can, for example, be further configured to process the input signal(s), as will be discussed later in further detail with reference to Fig. 3, in a manner so as to generate one or more output signals in a manner so as to facilitate efficiency (e.g., power / energy efficiency), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In one specific example, the output signal(s) can be associated with / correspond to / include one or more control signals to facilitate some form of dynamic / adaptive / gradual control configuration / determination strategy so as to 202304787 18 facilitate efficiency (e.g., power / energy efficiency, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The above-described advantageous aspect(s) of the system 100 of the present disclosure can also apply analogously (all) the aspect(s) of a below described apparatus 102 of the present disclosure. Likewise, all below described advantageous aspect(s) of the apparatus 102 of the disclosure can also apply analogously (all) the aspect(s) of above described system 100 of the disclosure. The aforementioned apparatus(es) 102 will be discussed in further detail with reference to Fig.2 hereinafter. Referring to Fig. 2, an apparatus 102 is shown in further detail in the context of an example implementation 200, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. In the example implementation 200, the apparatus 102 can correspond to an electronic module 200a. The electronic module 200a can, in one example, correspond to a mobile device which can, for example, be carried into the vehicle by a user, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In another example, the electronic module 200a can correspond to an electronic device which can be installed / mounted in the vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In this regard, the electronic module 200a can be considered to be carried by the vehicle (e.g., either carried into the vehicle by a user or installed / mounted in the vehicle). It is contemplated that the electronic module 200a can be capable of performing one or more processing tasks in association with adaptive / dynamic / gradual control related processing, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The electronic module 200a can, for example, include a casing 200b. Moreover, the electronic module 200a can, for example, carry any one of a first module 202, a second module 204, a third module 206, or any combination thereof. 202304787 19 In one embodiment, the electronic module 200a can carry a first module 202, a second module 204 and / or a third module 206. In a specific example, the electronic module 200a can carry a first module 202, a second module 204 and a third module 206, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In this regard, it is appreciable that, in one embodiment, the casing 200b can be shaped and dimensioned to carry any one of the first module 202, the second module 204 and the third module 206, or any combination thereof. The first module 202 can be coupled to one or both of the second module 204 and the third module 206. The second module 204 can be coupled to one or both of the first module 202 and the third module 206. The third module 206 can be coupled to one or both of the first module 202 and the second module 204. In one example, the first module 202 can be coupled to the second module 204 and the second module 204 can be coupled to the third module 206, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Coupling between the first module 202, the second module 204 and / or the third module 206 can, for example, be by manner of one or both of wired coupling and wireless coupling. Each of the first module 202, the second module 204 and the third module 206 can correspond to one or both of a hardware-based module and a software-based module, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. In one example, the first module 202 can correspond to a hardware-based receiver which can be configured to receive one or more input signals. The input signal(s) can, for example, be communicated from the device(s) 104 (e.g., a gNB), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The second module 204 can, for example, correspond to a hardware-based processor which can be configured to perform one or more processing tasks (e.g., in a manner so as to generate one or more output signals) as will be discussed later in further detail with reference to Fig. 3, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. 202304787 20 The third module 206 can correspond to a hardware-based transmitter which can be configured to communicate one or more output signals from the electronic module 200a. The output signal(s) can, for example, include / correspond to one or more instructions / commands / control signals in association with the aforementioned dynamic / adaptive / gradual control configuration / determination strategy so as to facilitate efficiency (e.g., power / energy efficiency and / or communication efficiency), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The present disclosure contemplates the possibility that the first and second modules 202 / 204 can be an integrated software-hardware based module (e.g., an electronic part which can carry a software program / algorithm in association with receiving and processing functions / an electronic module programmed to perform the functions of receiving and processing). The present disclosure further contemplates the possibility that the first and third modules 202 / 206 can be an integrated software- hardware based module (e.g., an electronic part which can carry a software program / algorithm in association with receiving and transmitting functions / an electronic module programmed to perform the functions of receiving and transmitting). The present disclosure yet further contemplates the possibility that the first and third modules 202 / 206 can be an integrated hardware module (e.g., a hardware-based transceiver) capable of performing the functions of receiving and transmitting. The above-described advantageous aspect(s) of the apparatus 102 of the present disclosure can also apply analogously (all) the aspect(s) of a below described processing / communication method of the present disclosure. Likewise, all below described advantageous aspect(s) of the processing / communication method of the disclosure can also apply analogously (all) the aspect(s) of above described apparatus 102 of the disclosure. It is to be appreciated that these remarks apply analogously to the earlier discussed system 100 of the present disclosure. Referring to Fig. 3, a communication method (also referable to as a processing method) in association with the system 100 is shown, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. 202304787 21 The processing method 300 can, for example, be suitable for / capable of facilitating energy efficiency, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The processing method 300 can include any one of an input step 302, a processing step 304 and an output step 306, or any combination thereof, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In one embodiment, the processing method 300 can include the input step 302. In another embodiment, the processing method 300 can include the input step 302 and the processing step 304. In another embodiment, the processing method 300 can include the input step 302, the processing step 304 and the output step 306. In yet another embodiment, the processing method 300 can include the processing step 304 and one or both of the input step 302 and the output step 306. In yet a further embodiment, the processing method 300 can include the input step 302, the processing step 304 and the output step 306. In yet a further additional embodiment, the processing method 300 can include the processing step 304. In yet another further additional embodiment, the processing method 300 can include any one of or any combination of the input step 302, the processing step 304 and the output step 306 (i.e., the input step 302, the processing step 304 and / or the output step 306). With regard to the input step 302, one or more input signal(s) can be received. For example, the input signal(s) can be communicated from the device(s) 104 and can be received by an apparatus 102, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. With regard to the processing step 304, at least processing task can be performed in association with the received input signal(s) in a manner so as to generate one or more output signals, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. With regard to the output step 306, the output signal(s) can, for example, be communicated, as an option, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. For example, the output signal(s) can optionally be communicated from the 202304787 22 apparatus 102. In a more specific example, the output signal(s) can optionally be communicated from the apparatus 102 to one or both of at least one device 104 and another apparatus 102, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Fig. 4a to Fig. 4d show an example context in association with the processing method 300, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In the example context as shown in Fig. 4a, a mapping / association table indicative / illustrative of mapping / association between the each of the RSRP / RSRQ regions and each of the timer values is shown, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Moreover, with regard to the mapping / association table, ∞ > t1 t2 t3 > 0, and ^0RSRP> ^1RSRP> ^2RSRP> ^3RSRP, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The time / timing values can, for example, be configured such that ∞ > t1 ^0RSRP / ^1RSRP / ^2RSRP / ^3RSRPcan, for example, be indicative of a threshold value (e.g., an upper threshold or a lower upper threshold value) whereas ∞ / t1 / t2 / t3 / 0 can, for example, be indicative of a time value (or referable to as a “timing value”) associated with a threshold value, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Moreover, as illustrated per Fig. 4b, the UEs 102 can, for example, be configured based on / in association with a mapping between the LPWUS RSRP regions and timer values per the mapping / association table, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. For example, a UE 102 residing / located in a RSRP / RSRQ region (e.g., which can be defined in association with / based on “Threshold 0,” “Threshold 1,” “Threshold 3” and / or “PDCCH coverage”) can, for example, be configured to determine / compute / detect / measure the LPWUS RSRP (e.g., via LPWUR), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. “Threshold 0” can, for example, be indicative of “t = ∞” (where timer is not necessarily applicable). “Threshold 1” can, for example, be indicative of “t = t1”. “Threshold 2” can, for example, be indicative of “t = t3”. “Threshold 3” can, for example, be indicative of “t = t4”. “PDCCH coverage” can, for example, be indicative of “t = 0”. 202304787 23 In the example context as shown in Fig. 4c, a gNB can, for example, be configured to generate / define / (pre)configure / set at least one LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ region and / or communicate one or more input signals which can correspond to / be associated with / include the generated / defined / (pre)configured / set LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ threshold range(s), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Moreover, the gNB can, for example, be configured to perform one or more processing tasks in association with mapping / association of at least one timer value (e.g., to a LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ region), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Appreciably, the input signal(s) communicable from the gNB can, for example, further include / be indicative of mapping / association of the timer value(s), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In the example context as shown in Fig.4d, a UE can be configured to configured to receive one or more input signal(s) (e.g., communicable from the gNB). The UE can, for example, be further configured to process the input signal(s). A UE can, for example, be configured to evaluate (e.g., detect / measure) a LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ (e.g., via LPWUR) and can be configured to compare the LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ with the RSRP / RSRQ regions. Based on such comparison, a waiting time period (e.g., a countdown timer can be configured based on the waiting time period) can be derived (e.g., based on which RSRP / RSRQ regions the evaluated LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ value falls / resides within), before the MR can be turned on. A timer (e.g., a countdown timer carried by a UE) can be set based on the waiting time period. While the UE waits with the timer running (i.e., during the waiting time period), the UE can continue to further evaluate the LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ via the LPWUR which can be carried by the UE. Based on such further evaluation, remaining time value associated with the waiting time period can be varied adaptively / dynamically / gradually (e.g., remaining time value can be increased / decreased / maintained). Generally, it is contemplated that the remaining time value can, for example, be increased (or decreased) based on a higher (or lower) LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ value further evaluated which may be residing in a different LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ region in the mapping / association, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. 202304787 24 For example, when / if a detected LPWUS RSRP value resides / lies between two LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ threshold values (e.g., an upper LPWUS RSRP threshold value and a lower LPWUS RSRP threshold value) associated with a LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ region, a UE can activate / start a timer configured based on a time value corresponding to the higher LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ threshold value (i.e., as between the upper and lower LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ threshold values). In a specific example, when / if a current detected LPWUS RSRP value (i.e., “rcurr”) lies / resides between the UE can be configured to activate / start a timer counting down from “t2“ to “0”. When the timer is running (i.e., counting down), the UE can be configured to continue evaluating LPWUS RSRP value. In the specific example, when / if the newly / subsequently detected / measured current LPWUS RSRP value (i.e., a new / subsequent “rcurr”) is determined / evaluated to be higher as compared to the previous / preceding current LPWUS RSRP value (i.e., the previous / preceding “rcurr” can, for example, be identified / labeled / represented by “rprev”) such that “rcurr”> “rprev”, two scenarios may be possible (i.e., scenario 1 and scenario 2). In scenario 1, “rcurr” can lie / reside in a different LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ region from that while In this regard, in scenario 1, a UE can be configured to increase, based on a difference in corresponding timer values, the currently running timer. For example, if the current timer value is “t”, the UE can be configured to increase the currently running timer based on t + (t1− t2). Appreciably, the expression “(t1− t2)” denotes the difference which the currently running timer is increased based on. Moreover, it is appreciable that since t1 > t2, the UE will need to wait for a longer time period before being allowed to turn on the MR. 202304787 25 In scenario 2, when / if rcurr lies / resides in the same LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ region as rprev, (e.g., ^1RSRP rprev, rcurr ^2RSRP), the UE can be configured to allow the timer to continue running without change (i.e., maintain current countdown) since t + (t2− t2) = t. Moreover, in the specific example, when / if the newly / subsequently detected / measured current LPWUS RSRP value (i.e., a new / subsequent “rcurr”) is determined / evaluated to be lower as compared to the previous / preceding current LPWUS RSRP value (i.e., the previous / preceding “rcurr” can, for example, be identified / labeled / represented by “rprev”) such that “rcurr” < “rprev”, two scenarios may be possible (i.e., scenario A and scenario B). In scenario A, “rcurr” can lie / reside in a different LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ region from that rcurr < ^3RSRP, while In this regard, in scenario A, a UE can be configured to reduce, based on a difference in corresponding timer values, the currently running timer. For example, if the current timer value is “t”, the UE can be configured to reduce the currently running timer based on t + (t3− t2). Appreciably, the expression “(t3− t2)” denotes the difference which the currently running timer is reduced based on. Moreover, it is appreciable that since t2 > t3, the waiting time period for the UE before being allowed to turn on the MR is reduced. In scenario B, when / if rcurr lies / resides in the same LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ region as rprev, (e.g., ^1RSRP rprev, rcurr ^2RSRP), the UE can be configured to allow the timer to continue running without change (i.e., maintain current countdown) since t + (t2− t2) = t. Fig. 5a and Fig, 5b show illustrative examples in association with the example context of Fig.4a to Fig.4d, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. Specifically, illustration examples concerning scenario 1 (i.e., where “rcurr” can lie / reside in a different LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ region from that of “rprev”) in relation to 202304787 26 “rcurr”> “rprev” are shown with reference to Fig.5a, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Moreover, illustration examples concerning scenario A (i.e., where “rcurr” can lie / reside in a different LPWUS RSRP / RSRQ region from that of “rprev”) in relation to “rcurr” < “rprev” are shown with reference to Fig.5b, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In the above manner and as mentioned earlier, it is appreciable that a gradual degradation in energy / power savings in each lower LPWUS RSRP region can possibly be facilitated. This can be in contrast with an abrupt increase in energy / power usage (e.g., by the UE) owing to the MR being turned “ON” (of “OFF”) as and when the detected LPWUS RSRP dips below a (single) set / defined threshold. Moreover, it is contemplated that it may be possible that during the waiting time period (i.e., during which LPWUR would be utilized for detection), channel condition may improve and the MR may not be unnecessarily turned on, leading to improvement in power / energy efficiency being possibly facilitated. This can be contrasted with a situation where the MR could be unnecessarily turned on due to a dip in LPWUS RSRP below a (single) set / defined threshold which might be caused by, for example, a temporary channel fluctuation and / or UE mobility (which may lead to power / energy wastage). In view of the foregoing, it is appreciable that the present disclosure generally contemplates a processing method 300. The processing method 300 can, for example, include an input step 302 and a processing step 304, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The input step 302 can include receiving one or more input signals which can be associated with a mapping table indicative of mapping between at least one Low Power Wake Up Signal (LPWUS) region (e.g., a first LPWUS region and / or a second LPWUS region) and at least one timer value (e.g., a first timer value 202304787 27 associable with the first LPWUS region and / or a second timer value associable with the second LPWUS region).. The first LPWUS region (e.g., which can, in one specific illustrative example, defined to be between ^0RSRPand ^1RSRP) can, for example, be different from the second LPWUS region (e.g., which can, in one specific illustrative example, defined to be between ^1RSRPand ^2RSRP), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The processing step 304 can include one or both of a measuring step and a determining step (i.e., a measuring step and / or a determining step). The measuring step can include measuring at least one value associated with the LPWUS during a current time instance and at least one value associated with the LPWUS during a subsequent time instance. The subsequent time instance can be subsequent to the current time instance. The determining step can include determining whether the value associated with the LPWUS during the subsequent time instance resides within a LPWUS region (e.g., the first LPWUS region) which can include a first threshold value such as a first LPWUS threshold value (e.g., ^1RSRP, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure) and a second threshold value such as a second LPWUS threshold value (e.g., ^2RSRP, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure). If determined to be residing within the LPWUS region (e.g., the first LPWUS region), a countdown can be capable of being initiated (e.g., started / activated) based on a waiting time period. The waiting time period can, for example, be defined based on either a timing value associated with the first threshold value or a timing value associated with the second threshold value (e.g., based on a timing value corresponding to the higher threshold value as between the first threshold value and the second threshold value). Moreover, the countdown can be capable of being adaptively adjusted by manner of being increased, decreased or maintained. 202304787 28 In one embodiment, the value associated with the LPWUS can correspond to one or both of LPWUS Reference Signal Received Power (RSRP) and LPWUS Reference Signal Received Quality (RSRQ) (i.e., LPWUS RSRP and / or LPWUS RSRQ). In one embodiment, the current time instance can correspond to a previous time instance (rprev) with reference to the subsequent time instance (rcurr). Moreover, “rcurr” can correspond to a current time instance with respect to “rprev”. In one embodiment, the LPWUS value determined during “rprev” can be either higher or lower compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr”. In one embodiment, when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is higher compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and when “rcurr” is determinable not to be residing within the LPWUS region (i.e., “rcurr” can be determined to be residing / determined to fall within another LPWUS region, such as the second LPWUS region, which is different from the LPWUS region which can correspond to, for example, the first LPWUS region), the countdown can be adaptively increased. In one embodiment, when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is higher compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and when “rcurr” is determinable to be residing within the LPWUS region, the countdown is maintained. In one embodiment, when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is lower compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and when “rcurr” is determinable not to be residing within the LPWUS region, the countdown is adaptively reduced. In one embodiment, when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is lower compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and when “rcurr” is determinable to be residing within the LPWUS region, the countdown is maintained. 202304787 29 In one embodiment, one or more base stations can be configured to perform a communication step of communicating the input signal(s). A base station can, for example, correspond to a Next Generation Node B (gNB). In one embodiment, a User Equipment (UE) can be configured to perform the input step (302), and the input signal(s) can be communicated from the gNB to the UE. The present disclosure further contemplates a computer program (not shown) which can include instructions which, when the program is executed by a computer (not shown), cause the computer to carry out the input step 302, the processing step 304 and / or the output step 306 as discussed with reference to the communication / processing method 300. For example, the computer program can include instructions which, when the program is executed by a computer, cause the computer to carry out the input step 302 and / or the processing step 304, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The present disclosure yet further contemplates a computer readable storage medium (not shown) having data stored therein representing software executable by a computer (not shown), the software including instructions, when executed by the computer, to carry out the input step 302, the processing step 304 and / or the output step 306 as discussed with reference to the communication / processing method 300. For example, the computer readable storage medium can have data stored therein representing software executable by a computer, the software including instructions, when executed by the computer, cause the computer to carry out the input step 302 and / or the processing step 304, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Further in view of the foregoing, it is appreciable that the present disclosure generally contemplates an apparatus 102 which can include a first module 202, a second module 204 and / or a third module 206. The first module 202 can be configured to receive one or more input signals. The input signal(s) can, for example, be associated with a mapping table indicative of 202304787 30 mapping between at least one Low Power Wake Up Signal (LPWUS) region and at least one timer value; The second module 204 can be configured to process and / or facilitate processing of the input signal(s) according to the processing method 300 as discussed earlier to generate one or more output signals. The third module 206 can be configured to communicate one or more output signals. The output signal(s) can, for example, correspond to one or more control signals for facilitating adaptive adjustment of countdown by manner of increasing the countdown, decreasing the countdown or maintaining the countdown. In one embodiment, the apparatus 102 can correspond to a User Equipment (UE) which can communicate with a device 104 corresponding to a base station. The base station can, for example, correspond to a Next generation Node B (gNB) which can be configured to communicate one or more signals (e.g., input signal(s)) to the UE. Yet further in view of the foregoing, it is appreciable that the present disclosure generally contemplates a system 100 which can include one or more apparatuses 102 and one or more devices 104. The apparatus(es) 102 and the device(s) 104 can, for example, be capable of being coupled via wired coupling and / or wireless coupling. It should be appreciated that the embodiments described above can be combined in any manner as appropriate (e.g., one or more embodiments as discussed in the “Detailed Description” section can be combined with one or more embodiments as described in the “Summary of the Invention” section). It should be further appreciated by the person skilled in the art that variations and combinations of embodiments described above, not being alternatives or substitutes, may be combined to form yet further embodiments. 202304787 31 In one example, the possibility of the output signal(s) being communicated from the apparatus(es) 102 was discussed. It is appreciable that the output signal(s) need not necessarily be communicated from the apparatus(es) 102. Specifically, the possibility that the output signal(s) need not necessarily be communicated outside of the apparatus(es) 102 is contemplated, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. More specifically, the output signal(s) can, for example, correspond to internal command(s) / instruction(s) (e.g., communicated only within an apparatus 102) for adaptively controlling operational configuration of an apparatus 102, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In another example, application(s) of the present disclosure in association with / in the context of low power wake up radio and / or ambient IoT (Internet of Things) type device(s) can be possible, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In yet another example, where examples relate to LPWUS RSRP, it is appreciable that LPWUS RSRQ may also be applicable for such examples. In yet a further example, where examples relate to LPWUS RSRP, it is appreciable that one or both of LPWUS RSRP and LPWUS RSRQ may also be applicable for such examples. In the foregoing manner, various embodiments of the disclosure are described for addressing at least one of the foregoing disadvantages. Such embodiments are intended to be encompassed by the following claims, and are not to be limited to specific forms or arrangements of parts so described and it will be apparent to one skilled in the art in view of this disclosure that numerous changes and / or modification can be made, which are also intended to be encompassed by the following claims.

Claims

202304787 32 Claims 1. A processing method (300) comprising: an input step (302) which comprises receiving at least one input signal associated with a mapping table indicative of mapping between at least one Low Power Wake Up Signal (LPWUS) region and at least one timer value; a processing step (304) which comprises at least one of: a measuring step which comprises measuring at least one value associated with the LPWUS during a current time instance and at least one value associated with the LPWUS during a subsequent time instance, the subsequent time instance being subsequent to the current time instance; a determining step which comprises determining whether the value associated with the LPWUS during the subsequent time instance resides within a LPWUS region comprising a first threshold value and a second threshold value, wherein if determined to be residing within the LPWUS region, a countdown is capable of being initiated based on a waiting time period defined based on one of: a timing value associated with the first threshold value, and a timing value associated with the second threshold value, wherein the countdown is capable of being adaptively adjusted by manner of being one of increased, decreased and maintained.

2. The processing method (300) as in claim 1, wherein the value associated with the LPWUS corresponds to at least one value associable with one of Reference Signal Received Power (RSRP) and Reference Signal Received Quality (RSRQ).

3. The processing method (300) as in claim 1, wherein the value associated with the LPWUS corresponds to at least one value associable with at least one of Reference Signal Received Power (RSRP) and Reference Signal Received Quality (RSRQ).202304787 33 4. The processing method (300) as in claim 1, wherein the value associated with the LPWUS corresponds to a plurality of values associable with at least one Reference Signal Received Power (RSRP) and at least one Reference Signal Received Quality (RSRQ).

5. The processing method (300) as in claim 1, wherein the current time instance corresponds to a previous time instance (rprev) with reference to the subsequent time instance (rcurr), and wherein “rcurr” corresponds to a current time instance with respect to “rprev”.

6. The processing method (300) as in claim 5, whether the LPWUS value determined during “rprev” is one of higher and lower compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr”.

7. The processing method (300) as in claim 6, wherein: when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is higher compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and when “rcurr” is determinable not to be residing within the same LPWUS region as “rprev”, the countdown is adaptively increased.

8. The processing method (300) as in claim 6, wherein: when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is higher compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and when “rcurr” is determinable to be residing within the same LPWUS region as “rprev”, the countdown is maintained.

9. The processing method (300) as in claim 6, wherein: when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is lower compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and202304787 34 when “rcurr” is determinable not to be residing within the same LPWUS region as “rprev”, the countdown is adaptively reduced.

10. The processing method (300) as in claim 6, wherein: when the LPWUS value determined during “rcurr” is lower compared to the LPWUS value determined during “rprev”, and when “rcurr” is determinable to be residing within the same LPWUS region as “rprev”, the countdown is maintained.

11. The processing method (300) as in claim 1, wherein at least one base station is configurable to perform a communication step of communicating the at least one input signal.

12. The processing method (300) as in claim 11, the at least one base station corresponds to at least one Next Generation Node B (gNB).

13. The processing method (300) as in claim 12, wherein a User Equipment (UE) is configurable to perform the input step (302), and the at least one input signal is communicable from the gNB to the UE.

14. A computer program comprising instructions which, when the program is executed by a computer, cause the computer to carry out at least one of the at least one of the input step (302) and the processing step (304) according to the processing method (300) of any of the preceding claims.

15. A computer readable storage medium having data stored therein representing software executable by a computer, the software including instructions, when executed by the computer, to carry out at least one of the input step (302) and the processing step (304) according to the processing method (300) of any of the preceding claims.202304787 35 16. An apparatus (102) comprising: a first module (202) configurable to receive at least one input signal associated with a mapping table indicative of mapping between at least one Low Power Wake Up Signal (LPWUS) region and at least one timer value; a second module (204) configurable to at least one of process and facilitate processing of the input signal according to the processing method (300) of claim 1 to claim 13 to generate at least one output signal; and a third module (206) configurable to communicate at least one output signal, wherein the output signal corresponds to a control signal for facilitating adaptive adjustment of countdown by manner of one of increasing the countdown, decreasing the countdown and maintaining the countdown.

17. The apparatus (102) as in claim 16, wherein the apparatus (102) corresponds to a User Equipment (UE) communicable with a device (104) corresponding to a base station, wherein the base station corresponds to a Next generation Node B (gNB) configurable communicate the at least one input signal to the UE.

18. A system (100) comprising: at least one apparatus (102) according to any of claims 16 and 17; and at least one device (104) according to any of claims 16 and 17, wherein the apparatus (102) and the device (104) are capable of being coupled via at least one of wired coupling and wireless coupling.

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