Electronic device that receives GNSS-based location information while receiving signals from satellite, and operation method thereof

Abstract

An electronic device, according to one embodiment, may comprise: a first antenna; a second antenna; a GNSS module; a first satellite module; a second satellite module connected to the second antenna; a switch configured to connect either the first satellite module or the GNSS module to the first antenna; and at least one processor. The at least one processor, according to one embodiment, may be configured to transmit and receive signals to and from a first satellite by using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna via the switch, in a first state of the first satellite module associated with an emergency service. According to one embodiment, signals may be received from the first satellite by using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna. The at least one processor, according to one embodiment, may be configured to monitor signals transmitted from the first satellite by using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna via the switch, in a second state or third state of the first satellite module, which is associated with the emergency service and is different from the first state. When, in the second state or third state, the first antenna is connected to the GNSS module via the switch, the at least one processor, according to one embodiment, may be configured to receive information on the location of the electronic device from the second satellite by using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna, while monitoring signals transmitted from the first satellite by using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna.

Description

Electronic device for receiving GNSS-based location information while receiving signals from satellites and method of operation thereof

[0001] One embodiment of the present disclosure relates to an electronic device for receiving GNSS-based location information while receiving signals from satellites and a method of operating the same.

[0002] Recently, electronic devices supporting non-terrestrial network communications (e.g., satellite communications) are being actively introduced. For example, electronic devices can communicate with satellites operated by existing satellite communication companies by utilizing their frequencies and communication methods. For example, electronic devices can communicate with satellites using cellular frequencies based on the LTE (long-term evolution) standard (or 5G standard). Furthermore, electronic devices can also communicate with satellites based on the 5G NTN (non-terrestrial networks) standard.

[0003] For example, if an electronic device communicates with a non-terrestrial network based on the LTE standard, some of the frequencies defined in the LTE standard may be allocated for non-terrestrial communications. The electronic device may perform satellite communications using the protocol stack used for terrestrial communications, and an additional protocol stack for non-terrestrial communications may not be required.

[0004] In one embodiment, an electronic device may include a first antenna, a second antenna, a GNSS module, a first satellite module, a second satellite module connected to the second antenna, a switch configured to connect either the first satellite module or the GNSS module to the first antenna, and at least one processor. In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to transmit and receive a signal to and from a first satellite using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna via the switch in a first state of the first satellite module related to emergency services. In one embodiment, a signal may be received from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna. In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna through the switch in a second or third state of the first satellite module related to the emergency service that is different from the first state. In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna while receiving location information of the electronic device from the second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna when the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected through the switch in the second or third state.

[0005] According to one embodiment, a method of operating an electronic device may include an operation of transmitting and receiving a signal to and from a first satellite using the first satellite module connected to a first antenna included in the electronic device through a switch included in the electronic device in a first state of the first satellite module included in the electronic device related to an emergency service. According to one embodiment, a signal may be received from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna. According to one embodiment, a method of operating an electronic device may include an operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna through the switch in a second state or a third state of the first satellite module related to the emergency service different from the first state. The method of operating the electronic device according to one embodiment may include, when the GNSS module included in the electronic device is connected to the first antenna through the switch in the second state or the third state, receiving location information of the electronic device from a second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna, and monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using a second satellite module included in the electronic device connected to the second antenna included in the electronic device.

[0006] In one embodiment, a non-transitory recording medium may store instructions that can execute, in a first state of a first satellite module included in an electronic device related to an emergency service, an operation of transmitting and receiving a signal with a first satellite using the first satellite module connected to a first antenna included in the electronic device through a switch included in the electronic device, an operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna through the switch in a second or third state of the first satellite module related to the emergency service that is different from the first state, and an operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module included in the electronic device connected to a second antenna included in the electronic device while receiving location information of the electronic device from a second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna when the GNSS module included in the electronic device and the first antenna are connected through the switch in the second or third state.

[0007] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment.

[0008] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device and a remote communication network environment according to one embodiment.

[0009] FIG. 3 is a drawing for explaining the connection of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0010] FIG. 4 is a drawing for explaining a non-terrestrial network system (400) according to one embodiment.

[0011] FIG. 5A is a diagram for explaining an operation of an electronic device according to a comparative example to monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite and an operation of receiving location information from a second satellite.

[0012] FIG. 5b is a diagram illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention to monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite while receiving location information from a second satellite.

[0013] Figure 6 is a schematic block diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0014] FIG. 7 is a block diagram of an electronic device for supporting non-terrestrial network communication according to one embodiment.

[0015] FIG. 8 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention to monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite while receiving location information from a second satellite.

[0016] FIG. 9 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of checking a time interval during which an electronic device receives location information from a second satellite according to an embodiment.

[0017] FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention to update location information and transmit a signal to a first satellite.

[0018] FIG. 11A is a timing diagram for explaining an operation of an electronic device according to a comparative example to receive location information from a second satellite.

[0019] FIG. 11B is a timing diagram illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention to monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite while receiving location information from a second satellite.

[0020] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to an embodiment. Referring to FIG. 1, in the network environment (100), the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of the electronic device (104) or the server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to an embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In some embodiments, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[0021] The processor (120) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (140)) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) and perform various data processing or operations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or operations, the processor (120) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor) that can operate independently or together with the main processor (121). For example, when the electronic device (101) includes the main processor (121) and the auxiliary processor (123), the auxiliary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a given function. The auxiliary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0022] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a portion of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.

[0023] The memory (130) can store various data used by at least one component (e.g., processor (120) or sensor module (176)) of the electronic device (101). The data can include, for example, software (e.g., program (140)) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory (130) can include volatile memory (132) or non-volatile memory (134).

[0024] The program (140) may be stored as software in the memory (130) and may include, for example, an operating system (142), middleware (144), or an application (146).

[0025] The input module (150) can receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., a processor (120)) from an external source (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The input module (150) can include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0026] The audio output module (155) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. In one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0027] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

[0028] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (170) can acquire sound through the input module (150), output sound through the sound output module (155), or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphone) directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device (101).

[0029] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (101) or the external environmental status (e.g., user status) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected status. According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) can include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0030] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). In one embodiment, the interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0031] The connection terminal (178) may include a connector through which the electronic device (101) may be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal (178) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0032] The haptic module (179) can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic sensations. According to one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0033] The camera module (180) can capture still images and videos. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0034] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (188) can be implemented as, for example, at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0035] A battery (189) may power at least one component of the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0036] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module can communicate with an external electronic device (104) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules can be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (192) can verify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199) by using subscriber information (e.g., an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0037] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the 4G network, such as NR access technology (new radio access technology). The NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (192) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in a high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), full dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module (192) can support various requirements specified in the electronic device (101), an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (104)), or a network system (e.g., the second network (199)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) can support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or a U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for round trip) for URLLC realization.

[0038] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. In some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0039] In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high frequency band.

[0040] At least some of the above components can be interconnected and exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other via a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., a bus, GPIO (general purpose input and output), SPI (serial peripheral interface), or MIPI (mobile industry processor interface)).

[0041] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service itself, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In another embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0042] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device and a remote communication network environment according to one embodiment.

[0043] The electronic device (101) can transmit and / or receive data via a terrestrial network and / or a non-terrestrial network. The electronic device (101) may have the same configuration as the electronic device presented in FIG. 1 or may include the configuration of the electronic device presented in FIG. 1.

[0044] A terrestrial network may refer to a network capable of providing data communication via a terrestrial wireless communication device (210). For example, the terrestrial wireless communication device (210) may include a base station located on the ground (e.g., fixed to the ground). The terrestrial wireless communication device (210) may support at least one communication method among various communication methods that the electronic device (101) can support. For example, the terrestrial wireless communication device (210) may include an eNodeB or a gNodeB, but there is no limitation on the type thereof.

[0045] A non-terrestrial network may refer to a network capable of providing data communication via at least one non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220). For example, the non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) may include at least one of various communication devices such as a base station or repeater that are not located on the ground. For example, the non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) may include, but is not limited to, a satellite and / or an unmanned aerial vehicle. For example, the satellite may include a low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite, a medium-earth orbit (MEO) satellite, a geostationary earth orbit (GEO) satellite, and / or a high elliptical orbit (HEO) satellite. For example, the satellite may include a mobile satellite and / or a geostationary satellite.

[0046] The non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) can support at least one of various wireless communication methods. For example, the non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) can support the NR NTN (non-terrestrial network) defined by the 3rd generation partnership project (3GPP). Alternatively, the non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) can support at least one of communication methods based on various communication standards such as LTE, GSM (global system for mobile communications), and CDMA (code-division multiple access), but there is no limitation on the type thereof.

[0047] The terrestrial network and the non-terrestrial network may be independent networks. Alternatively, the terrestrial network and the non-terrestrial network may be included in at least one network that is interconnected (e.g., a network provided by the same operator).

[0048] The electronic device (101) may perform wireless communication via a non-terrestrial network when communication with the terrestrial network is unavailable or not smooth. Alternatively, the electronic device (101) may perform wireless communication via a non-terrestrial network regardless of the status of communication with the terrestrial network, depending on the situation.

[0049] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a display module (160) (e.g., a display), a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a communication circuit), and / or an antenna module (197). For example, the processor (120) may be operatively, functionally, and / or electrically connected to the display module (160), the wireless communication module (192), and / or the antenna module (197).

[0050] The processor (120) may control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) by executing, for example, instructions (e.g., a program (140) of FIG. 1) at least temporarily stored in a memory (e.g., a memory (130) of FIG. 1), and may perform various data processing or operations. According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may control overall operations related to terrestrial network communication and / or non-terrestrial network communication. For example, the processor (120) may include a communication processor (e.g., an auxiliary processor (123) of FIG. 1) related to terrestrial network communication and / or non-terrestrial network communication.

[0051] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101).

[0052] According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may display a UI indicating information related to a terrestrial network and / or a non-terrestrial network. For example, the UI indicating information related to a terrestrial network and / or a non-terrestrial network may include at least one of a UI indicating information related to a type of network (e.g., cellular communication (3G, 4G, 5G), short-range communication (e.g., BT, WIFI), satellite communication), a type of network service provider (e.g., satellite communication service provider (e.g., Iridium), emergency service provider (ESP)), a network signal strength (e.g., signal strength bars, RSSI, RSRP), an orientation of a communication device (satellite) included in the network (e.g., orientation, elevation angle, azimuth angle), presence information, and / or a network communication status (e.g., idle, transmit, receive).

[0053] According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may display a UI representing services related to a terrestrial network and / or a non-terrestrial network.

[0054] According to one embodiment, the services related to the terrestrial network and / or the non-terrestrial network may include, for example, at least one of an emergency message transmission service, a messaging service, a voice call, a video call, a data communication service, a location-related service, and / or an indicator-related service.

[0055] According to one embodiment, the emergency message transmission service may include, but is not limited to, at least one of a service providing SOS service status information (e.g., indicating SOS service availability), a service providing government office information, a service providing emergency contact information, a service providing commercial phrases that minimize text input by the user, and a service using questionnaires to quickly convey emergency situations (e.g., a service providing options for the type of accident, the location of the injury, and medical information (e.g., age, gender, disease information, and medication information)).

[0056] In one embodiment, the messaging service may include, but is not limited to, at least one of a small message service (SMS), a multimedia messaging service (MMS), and a rich communication suite (RCS) message.

[0057] According to one embodiment, the data communication service may include services through various applications (e.g., web browsers) that provide data communication.

[0058] According to one embodiment, the location-related service may include, but is not limited to, at least one of longitude / latitude coordinates, location-related map information of the non-terrestrial communication device (220), navigation, and street view.

[0059] According to one embodiment, the UI examples are not limited to the examples mentioned, and may also be provided through other output devices (e.g., the audio output module (155) of FIG. 1).

[0060] According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) may support various types of wireless communication bands supported by the electronic device (101). For example, the wireless communication bands supported by the electronic device (101) may include, but are not limited to, a short-range wireless communication band (e.g., BT, Wifi), a terrestrial network (e.g., cellular network) communication band, and / or a non-terrestrial network band.

[0061] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) can support a frequency band (e.g., n255, 256) associated with non-terrestrial network wireless communication. The electronic device (101) can perform non-terrestrial network wireless communication using the frequency band associated with non-terrestrial network wireless communication, but is not limited thereto. For example, the electronic device (101) can perform non-terrestrial network wireless communication using at least a portion of the frequency band associated with terrestrial network wireless communication.

[0062] According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external source (e.g., an external electronic device).

[0063] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may perform wireless communication with a non-terrestrial network using at least one antenna among a plurality of antennas included in the antenna module (197). The at least one antenna supporting non-terrestrial wireless communication may include a dedicated antenna and / or a dual-purpose antenna. The dedicated antenna may include an antenna supporting a non-terrestrial network. The dual-purpose antenna may include an antenna supporting both a different type of network and a non-terrestrial network. For example, the electronic device (101) may communicate with at least one satellite (e.g., a GNSS satellite, a satellite for emergency message service) using at least one non-terrestrial network dedicated antenna. For example, the dual-purpose antenna may include an antenna supporting a short-range communication network (e.g., a Bluetooth network, a Wi-Fi network) and / or a terrestrial network (e.g., a long term evolution (LTE) network). The electronic device (101) may support a non-terrestrial network using a plurality of antennas among the antennas supporting a terrestrial network.

[0064] Hereinafter, in the present disclosure, a satellite is mainly mentioned as a non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220), and although it is mentioned that the satellite provides wireless communication based on a specific radio access technology (RAT) (e.g., LTE) or a specific function (e.g., base station), this is only an example and the type is not limited.

[0065] FIG. 3 is a drawing for explaining the connection of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0066] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may be located within the coverage (315) of the terrestrial wireless communication device (210) (hereinafter, referred to as terrestrial wireless communication coverage (315)) and / or within the coverage (325) of the non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) (hereinafter, referred to as non-terrestrial wireless communication coverage (325)). The non-terrestrial wireless communication coverage (325) may be relatively larger (e.g., 50 times larger) than the terrestrial wireless communication coverage (315). For example, the non-terrestrial wireless communication coverage (325) may cover an area that the coverage (315) of the terrestrial wireless communication device (210) does not cover, and thus, the electronic device (101) may perform communication even in an area where terrestrial wireless communication is not supported.

[0067] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) can perform a cell scan within the terrestrial wireless communication coverage (315) and / or the non-terrestrial wireless communication coverage (325). As a result of performing the cell scan, the electronic device (101) can check the cell provided by the terrestrial wireless communication device (210) and / or the cell provided by the non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220). If there is a cell that satisfies the cell selection condition, the electronic device (101) can perform at least some of the operations for connecting to a network (e.g., a non-terrestrial network and / or a terrestrial network). Here, the connection to the network may include, but is not limited to, at least some of the preceding operations for registration to the network (e.g., camp on, connection procedure (e.g., random access (RA) procedure)) and / or registration operations to the network (e.g., attach, registration). The electronic device (101) may perform at least some of the disconnection operations when disconnection from a network is required (e.g., moving to a different network). The disconnection operation from the network may include at least some of the following operations: detaching from the network, disconnecting the connection, and / or declaring an RLF, but is not limited to the listed operations.

[0068] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may perform at least some of the following operations: cell scanning, disconnecting from a network, and / or connecting to a network, depending on movement (330, 335).

[0069] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) is located within the terrestrial communication coverage (315) included in the non-terrestrial wireless communication coverage (325) or is located in the boundary area of ​​the terrestrial communication coverage (315), the electronic device (101) may perform access to the terrestrial network and / or the non-terrestrial network based on a policy (e.g., priority policy) of the electronic device (101).

[0070] FIG. 4 is a drawing for explaining a non-terrestrial network system (400) according to one embodiment.

[0071] Referring to FIG. 4, the non-terrestrial network system (400) may include a non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220), a radio unit (415), and a packet core (430).

[0072] According to one embodiment, the non-terrestrial network system (400) may be implemented, for example, in a regenerative manner. When implemented in a regenerative manner, at least one non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) may include a base station (e.g., an eNode B). The non-terrestrial network system (400) may be implemented, for example, in a bent-pipe manner. The bent-pipe manner may include a passive relay method that performs frequency conversion and power amplification on a received signal. When the non-terrestrial network system (400) is implemented in a bent-pipe manner, at least one non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) may include a relay that converts (e.g., amplifies) and transmits a signal. The implementation manner of the non-terrestrial network system (400) and the role of the non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) described in FIG. 4 are merely examples and are not limited thereto.

[0073] According to one embodiment, the non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) may include at least one satellite. The non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) may perform communication with the electronic device (101) using, for example, a terrestrial network (e.g., a cellular network) band and / or a non-terrestrial network band. The terrestrial network band may be, for example, an operating band supported by long term evolution (LTE) and / or new radio (NR), but is not limited thereto. The non-terrestrial network band may include, but is not limited to, a band defined by 3GPP (e.g., n255 and / or n256 bands).

[0074] According to one embodiment, at least one radio unit (415) may receive a signal from a non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) and transmit it to a packet core (430). The radio unit (415) and the non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) may communicate using, for example, a non-terrestrial network band. The non-terrestrial network band may be different from the terrestrial network band, but may be set to be the same in some cases.

[0075] According to one embodiment, at least one packet core (430) can transmit and receive data associated with the electronic device (101) using the radio unit (415). Accordingly, the packet core (430) can process the data associated with the electronic device (101) and transmit it to a packet data network (PDN) (440) (e.g., the Internet). The packet core (415) can include, for example, at least a portion of an evolved packet core (EPC) and / or a 5G core (5GC), but is not limited thereto. The packet core (430) can include a packet core associated with a non-terrestrial wireless communication device (220) operator and / or a packet core associated with a mobile network operator (MNO). The packet core (430) can be additionally connected to a public switched telephone network (PSTN) (not shown) to transmit and receive data associated with the electronic device (101).

[0076] FIG. 5A is a diagram for explaining an operation of an electronic device according to a comparative example to monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite and an operation of receiving location information from a second satellite.

[0077] Referring to (a) of FIG. 5A, an electronic device (101) according to a comparative embodiment can monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite (220) through a second antenna while transmitting and receiving a signal to the first satellite (220) through a first antenna. For example, the first satellite (220) may be a satellite for emergency message service (e.g., an Iridium satellite).

[0078] Referring to (b) of FIG. 5a, the electronic device (101) according to the comparative embodiment can receive location information of the electronic device (101) from the second satellite (230). For example, the second satellite (230) may be a GNSS satellite (or GPS satellite). When the electronic device (101) according to the comparative embodiment receives location information of the electronic device (101) from the second satellite (230), the electronic device (101) may not be able to monitor the signal transmitted from the first satellite (220). For example, since the first satellite module is not connected to the first antenna, the electronic device (101) cannot monitor the signal transmitted from the first satellite (220) via the first antenna. Additionally, since the second satellite module (e.g., satellite DRx module) is activated or deactivated in conjunction with the first satellite module, the electronic device (101) may not be able to monitor the signal transmitted from the first satellite (220) via the second antenna.

[0079] That is, the existing electronic device (101) could not determine the location of the electronic device (101) when monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite (220) for an emergency message service. In addition, the existing electronic device (101) had no choice but to stop the emergency message service operation when receiving location information of the electronic device (101) from the second satellite (230).

[0080] When an electronic device (101) provides an emergency message service, the location of the electronic device (101) may be important information. For example, the electronic device (101) may transmit a signal to the first satellite (220) based on the confirmed location of the electronic device (101). If the location of the electronic device is not accurate, the electronic device (101) may not be able to accurately transmit a signal to the location of the first satellite (220). In addition, the electronic device (101) needs to confirm the user's exact location for an emergency message. For example, the electronic device (101) may need the exact location of the electronic device (101) for emergency rescue of the user.

[0081] FIG. 5b is a diagram illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention to monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite while receiving location information from a second satellite.

[0082] Referring to FIG. 5b, an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment can monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite (220) using a second satellite module connected to a second antenna while receiving location information of the electronic device (101) received from a second satellite (230).

[0083] Through this, the electronic device (101) according to one embodiment can effectively determine the exact location of the electronic device while monitoring signals for emergency message services. In addition, the electronic device (101) can provide an accurate and effective emergency message service to the user based on the location of the electronic device (601) using GNSS satellites.

[0084] Figure 6 is a schematic block diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0085] Referring to FIG. 6, according to one embodiment, an electronic device (601) may include a processor (620), a memory (630), a wireless communication module (635), a first antenna (680), a switch (685), and a second antenna (690). For example, the electronic device (601) may be implemented in a manner identical to or similar to the electronic device (101) described in FIGS. 1 to 4. According to another embodiment, the electronic device (601) may further include at least one component among the components described in the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1.

[0086] According to one embodiment, the processor (620) may control the overall operation of the electronic device (601). Depending on the implementation, the processor (620) may provide a control signal to the communication processor (640) to control the communication function of the electronic device (601). For example, the processor (620) may be implemented in the same or similar manner as the processor (120) of FIG. 1.

[0087] According to one embodiment, the memory (630) can store data of the electronic device (601). For example, the memory (630) can be implemented in the same or similar manner as the memory (130) of FIG. 1.

[0088] According to one embodiment, a wireless communication module (635) may include a communication processor (640), a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC) (645), a first satellite module (650), a GNSS module (660), and a second satellite module (670).

[0089] Meanwhile, in FIG. 6, one RFCI (645) is illustrated as being connected to the first satellite module (650), the GNSS module (660), and the second satellite module (670), but the technical idea of ​​the present invention may not be limited thereto. For example, one or more RFICs may be connected to the first satellite module (650), the GNSS module (660), and the second satellite module (670) through various routes.

[0090] According to one embodiment, the communication processor (640) may establish a communication channel in a band to be used for wireless communication with a non-terrestrial network, and support non-terrestrial network communication through the established communication channel. For example, the communication processor (640) may establish a communication channel in a band to be used for wireless communication with a satellite for emergency message service, and support wireless communication with the satellite for emergency message service through the established communication channel. In addition, the communication processor (640) may establish a communication channel in a band to be used for wireless communication with a GNSS satellite, and support wireless communication with the GNSS satellite through the established communication channel.

[0091] According to one embodiment, the communication processor (640) may be implemented in a single chip or a single package. According to one embodiment, the communication processor (640) may be formed in a single chip or a single package together with the processor (620 or 120), the auxiliary processor (123), or the communication module (190). In this case, the single chip or single package may include a memory (or storage means) that stores instructions that cause the performance of at least some of the operations performed according to one embodiment, and a processing circuit (or, the name thereof is not limited, such as an arithmetic circuit) for executing the instructions.

[0092] According to one embodiment, the RFIC (645) may process a frequency signal used in a non-terrestrial network. For example, the RFIC (645) may convert a baseband signal generated by the communication processor (640) into a frequency signal used in a non-terrestrial network upon transmission. Upon reception, an RF signal may be acquired from a non-terrestrial network (e.g., a satellite for emergency message service or a GNSS satellite) via an antenna (e.g., a first antenna (680) and / or a second antenna (690)) and may be preprocessed via a radio frequency front-end (RFFE) (e.g., a first satellite module (650), a GNSS module (660), and / or a second satellite module (670)). The RFIC (645) may convert the preprocessed RF signal into a baseband signal so that it can be processed by the communication processor (640).

[0093] According to one embodiment, the first satellite module (650) may convert or generate a frequency signal for communicating with the first satellite based on a baseband signal output from the RFIC (645). According to one embodiment, the first satellite module (650) may preprocess an RF signal transmitted from the first satellite and received through the first antenna (680). The first satellite module (650) may output the preprocessed signal to the RFIC (645). For example, the first satellite may be a satellite for emergency message service (e.g., an Iridium satellite). Depending on the implementation, the first satellite module (650) may convert or generate a frequency signal for communicating with the first satellite without the RFIC (645). Alternatively, the RFIC (645) may convert or generate a frequency signal for communicating with the first satellite.

[0094] According to one embodiment, the GNSS module (660) may convert or generate a frequency signal for communicating with a second satellite based on a baseband signal output from the RFIC (645). In addition, the GNSS module (660) may preprocess an RF signal transmitted from the second satellite and received through the first antenna (680). The GNSS module (660) may output the preprocessed signal to the RFIC (645). For example, the second satellite may be a GNSS satellite (or GPS satellite).

[0095] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (680) may be connected to the first satellite module (650) or the GNSS module (660) via the switch (685). For example, under the control of the processor (620) or the communication processor (640), the switch (685) may connect the first antenna (680) and the first satellite module (650). Alternatively, under the control of the processor (620) or the communication processor (640), the switch (685) may connect the first antenna (680) and the GNSS module (660). For example, the switch (685) may be a switch module of the first antenna (680). The first antenna (680) may provide a signal (e.g., an RF signal) transmitted from the first satellite to the first satellite module (650). Alternatively, the first antenna (680) may provide a signal (e.g., an RF signal) transmitted from the second satellite to the GNSS module (660). For example, the first antenna (680) may be implemented as a main antenna of the electronic device (601).

[0096] According to one embodiment, the second satellite module (670) may preprocess an RF signal transmitted from the first satellite and received via the second antenna (690). The second satellite module (670) may output the preprocessed signal to the RFIC (645). For example, unlike the first satellite module (650), the second satellite module (670) may not perform an operation of converting a frequency signal for transmission. For example, the second satellite module (670) may only perform an operation of preprocessing an RF signal received from the first satellite.

[0097] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (690) may be connected to the second satellite module (670). The second antenna (690) may provide a signal (e.g., an RF signal) transmitted from the first satellite to the second satellite module (670). For example, the second antenna (690) may be implemented as a diversity antenna of the electronic device (601).

[0098] According to one embodiment, the communication processor (640) may connect the first antenna (680) and the first satellite module (650) via the switch (685) in a first state of the first satellite module (650) related to the emergency message service (or SOS service). The communication processor (640) may transmit and receive signals with the first satellite using the first satellite module (650) connected to the first antenna (680). For example, the first state may mean a transmit state in which the electronic device (601) transmits and receives signals with the first satellite using the first satellite module (650).

[0099] According to one embodiment, the communication processor (640) may connect the first antenna (680) and the first satellite module (650) via the switch (685) in a second state or a third state of the first satellite module (650) related to an emergency message service (or SOS service) different from the first state. The communication processor (640) may monitor a signal (or signal strength) transmitted from the first satellite using the first satellite module (650) connected to the first antenna (680). For example, the second state may refer to a listen state in which the electronic device (601) monitors a ring alert signal transmitted from the first satellite. The electronic device (601), in the second state, may monitor the ring alert signal transmitted from the first satellite. The third state may refer to an idle state of the first satellite module (650). The electronic device (601) can enter the third state if entry into the first state fails or a timeout occurs in the second state. The electronic device (601) can monitor the signal (or signal strength) transmitted from the first satellite even in the third state.

[0100] According to one embodiment, the communication processor (640) can monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite through the second antenna (690) in the first state, the second state, and the third state of the first satellite module (650).

[0101] According to one embodiment, the communication processor (640) may connect the GNSS module (660) and the first antenna (680) through the switch (685) in the second state or the third state of the first satellite module (650). When the first antenna (680) is connected to the GNSS module (660) through the switch (685), the communication processor (640) cannot monitor the signal transmitted from the first satellite through the first antenna (680). When the GNSS module (660) and the first antenna (680) are connected through the switch (685), the communication processor (640) may receive location information of the electronic device (601) from the second satellite using the GNSS module (660) connected to the first antenna (680). The communication processor (640) can update the location of the electronic device (601) based on the received location information. At this time, the communication processor (640) can monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module (670) connected to the second antenna (690) while receiving the location information of the electronic device (601).

[0102] Using the above-described method, the electronic device (601) according to one embodiment can monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite using a second satellite module (670) connected to a second antenna (690) while confirming the location of the electronic device (601). Through this, the electronic device (601) according to one embodiment can effectively confirm the exact location of the electronic device while monitoring a signal for an emergency message service. In addition, the electronic device (601) can provide an accurate and effective emergency message service to the user based on the location of the electronic device (601) using a GNSS satellite.

[0103] FIG. 7 is a block diagram of an electronic device for supporting non-terrestrial network communication according to one embodiment.

[0104] Referring to FIG. 7, according to one embodiment, a wireless communication module (e.g., a wireless communication module (635) of FIG. 6) of an electronic device (e.g., an electronic device (601) of FIG. 6) may include a communication processor (640), an RFIC (645), a first satellite module (650), a GNSS module (660), and a second satellite module (670). The electronic device (601) may further include a first antenna (680), a switch (685), and a second antenna (690).

[0105] In one embodiment, the first antenna (680) can emit RF signals or receive signals transmitted from an external source. For example, the first antenna (680) can transmit and receive signals corresponding to non-terrestrial network communication. The second antenna (690) can receive signals transmitted from an external source. For example, the second antenna (690) can receive signals corresponding to non-terrestrial network communication.

[0106] According to one embodiment, the switch (685) can change the transmission and reception path of a signal for the first antenna (680) based on the control of the communication processor (640) or the RFIC (645). For example, the switch (685) can electrically connect the first antenna (680) and the first satellite module (650) based on the control for activating the input / output port of the first satellite module (650). The switch (685) can electrically connect the first antenna (680) and the GNSS module (660) based on the control for activating the input / output port of the GNSS module (660).

[0107] According to one embodiment, each of the first satellite module (650), the second satellite module (670), and the GNSS module (660) may include a corresponding RFFE.

[0108] In one embodiment, the first satellite module (650) may process an RF signal for wireless communication with the first satellite. The first satellite module (650) may include a duplexer (653), a filter (655), a low-noise amplifier (LNA) (657), and a power amplifier (PA) (651).

[0109] According to one embodiment, the duplexer (653) may include a transmission filter and a reception filter so that the first antenna (680) can transmit and receive signals. The first antenna (680) may receive a signal transmitted from a first satellite (e.g., an Iridium satellite). For example, the first antenna (680) may receive a signal related to an emergency message transmission service from the first satellite. The signal received by the first antenna (680) may be transmitted to the duplexer (653) through the switch (685). The RF signal output from the duplexer (653) may pass through the filter (655) and be input to the LNA (657). The signal of the frequency band corresponding to the non-terrestrial network communication (e.g., the first satellite) output by the filter (655) may be amplified by the LNA (657). The signal amplified by LNA (657) can be transmitted to RFIC (645).

[0110] Depending on the implementation, the first satellite module (650) may include a switch (e.g., a switch such as 685) instead of the duplexer (653). For example, in a time division duplexing (TDD) scheme, a transmission signal and a reception signal may be split into the same frequency band by the switch. For example, a signal received by the first antenna (680) may be transmitted to the switch. An RF signal output from the switch may pass through a filter (655) and be input to an LNA (657).

[0111] According to one embodiment, an RF signal output from the RFIC (645) may be amplified by the PA (651). The signal amplified by the PA (651) may be transmitted to the first antenna (680) via the duplexer (653) and the switch (685). The first antenna (680) may transmit a signal corresponding to non-terrestrial network communication (e.g., a first satellite) based on the signal amplified by the PA (651). For example, the first antenna (680) may transmit a signal related to an emergency message transmission service to the first satellite.

[0112] In one embodiment, the GNSS module (660) may process an RF signal for wireless communication with a second satellite. The GNSS module (660) may include a duplexer (663), a filter (665), a low-noise amplifier (LNA) (667), and a power amplifier (PA) (661). Depending on the implementation, the GNSS module (660) may exclude the PA (661).

[0113] According to one embodiment, the duplexer (663) may include a transmission filter and a reception filter so that the first antenna (680) can transmit and receive signals. The first antenna (680) may receive a signal transmitted from a second satellite (e.g., a GNSS satellite). For example, the first antenna (680) may receive a signal indicating the location of the electronic device (601) (e.g., location information) from the second satellite. The signal received by the first antenna (680) may be transmitted to the duplexer (663) through the switch (685). The RF signal output from the duplexer (663) may pass through the filter (665) and be input to the LNA (667). The signal of the frequency band corresponding to the non-terrestrial network communication (e.g., the second satellite) output by the filter (665) may be amplified by the LNA (667). The signal amplified by LNA (667) can be transmitted to RFIC (645).

[0114] According to one embodiment, an RF signal output from the RFIC (645) may be amplified by a PA (661). The signal amplified by the PA (661) may be transmitted to the first antenna (680) via a duplexer (663) and a switch (685). The first antenna (680) may transmit a signal corresponding to a non-terrestrial network communication (e.g., a second satellite) based on the signal amplified by the PA (661). For example, the first antenna (680) may transmit a signal related to the location of the self-device (601) to the second satellite.

[0115] In one embodiment, the second satellite module (670) may process RF signals for wireless communication with the first satellite. The second satellite module (670) may include a duplexer (673), a filter (675), and a low-noise amplifier (LNA) (657). Depending on the implementation, the second satellite module (670) may exclude the duplexer (673).

[0116] According to one embodiment, the duplexer (673) may include a receiving filter so that the second antenna (690) performs signal reception. The second antenna (690) may receive a signal transmitted from a first satellite (e.g., an Iridium satellite). For example, the second antenna (690) may receive a signal related to an emergency message transmission service from the first satellite. The signal received by the first antenna (680) may be transmitted to the duplexer (673). The RF signal output from the duplexer (673) may pass through the filter (675) and be input to the LNA (677). The signal of the frequency band corresponding to the non-terrestrial network communication (e.g., the first satellite) output by the filter (675) may be amplified by the LNA (677). The signal amplified by the LNA (677) may be transmitted to the RFIC (645).

[0117] According to one embodiment, the RFIC (645) may output an RF signal in a frequency band corresponding to a non-terrestrial network communication (e.g., a first satellite or a second satellite) upon transmission. The RFIC (645) may process the RF signals transmitted by the first satellite module (650), the second satellite module (670), and the GNSS module (660) upon reception. The signal converted to baseband by the RFIC (645) may be transmitted to the communication processor (640) via at least one signal line (611).

[0118] According to one embodiment, the communication processor (640) can control the switching operation of the switch (685). The communication processor (640) can control the switch (685) based on transmitting a control signal to the RFIC (645) via the control line (613). For example, the communication processor (640) can determine the switching timing of the switch (685). In addition, the communication processor (640) can monitor a signal transmitted by the first satellite through the second antenna (690) while receiving location information of the electronic device (601) from the second satellite through the first antenna (680) based on transmitting the control signal to the RFIC (645) via the control line (613).

[0119] At least some of the operations performed by the electronic device (601) described below may be controlled by at least one of the processor (620) or the communication processor (640). However, for convenience of explanation, the subject of the operations will be described as the electronic device (601).

[0120] FIG. 8 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention to monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite while receiving location information from a second satellite.

[0121] Referring to FIG. 8, according to an embodiment, in operation 801, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (601) of FIG. 6) may transmit and receive signals with a first satellite (e.g., an Iridium satellite) using a first satellite module (650) connected to a first antenna (e.g., the first antenna (680) of FIG. 6) via a switch (e.g., a switch (685) of FIG. 6)) in a first state (e.g., a transmitting state) of a first satellite module (e.g., the first satellite module (650) of FIG. 6) related to an emergency service (or an emergency messaging transmission service). At this time, the electronic device (601) may receive signals from the first satellite (e.g., the Iridium satellite) using a second satellite module (e.g., the second satellite module (670) of FIG. 6) connected to a second antenna (e.g., the second antenna (690) of FIG. 6). For example, Each of the first antenna (680) and the second antenna (690) can receive the same signal transmitted from the first satellite.

[0122] According to one embodiment, in operation 803, the electronic device (601) may monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite using a first satellite module (650) connected to a first antenna (680) via a switch (685) in a second state (e.g., a listen state) or a third state (e.g., an idle state) of the first satellite module (650) related to an emergency service (or an emergency message transmission service).

[0123] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (601) may connect the GNSS module (660) and the first antenna (680) via the switch (685) in the second state or the third state of the first satellite module (650). For example, if the electronic device (601) determines that it is necessary to update the location of the electronic device (601), the electronic device (601) may connect the GNSS module (660) and the first antenna (680) via the switch (685).

[0124] According to one embodiment, in operation 805, when the GNSS module (660) and the first antenna (680) are connected through the switch (685) in the second state or the third state of the first satellite module (650), the electronic device (601) may receive location information of the electronic device (601) from a second satellite (e.g., a GNSS satellite) using the GNSS module (680), while monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module (670).

[0125] Through the above-described method, the electronic device (601) can receive location information from the second satellite while maintaining the monitoring operation of the signal for the emergency message service transmitted from the first satellite, thereby confirming and updating the location of the electronic device (601).

[0126] FIG. 9 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of checking a time interval during which an electronic device receives location information from a second satellite according to an embodiment.

[0127] Referring to FIG. 9, according to an embodiment, in operation 901, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device 601 of FIG. 6) may determine whether a condition for updating the location of the electronic device 601 is satisfied. For example, the electronic device 601 may determine or determine that the condition for updating the location of the electronic device 601 is satisfied when a valid movement of the electronic device 601 is detected through a sensor included in the electronic device 601. Alternatively, the electronic device 601 may determine or determine that the condition for updating the location of the electronic device 601 is satisfied when a specified time has passed since the time at which the location was previously determined.

[0128] According to one embodiment, if it is determined that the condition for updating the location of the electronic device (601) is not satisfied (NO of operation 903), the electronic device (601) may check or monitor whether the condition for updating the location of the electronic device (601) is satisfied.

[0129] According to one embodiment, if it is determined that the condition for updating the location of the electronic device (601) is satisfied (example of operation 903), in operation 905, the electronic device (601) can determine whether the first satellite module (the first satellite module (650) of FIG. 6) is currently in the second state or the third state.

[0130] According to one embodiment, if it is determined that the first satellite module (the first satellite module (650) of FIG. 6) is not in the second state or the third state (NO in operation 905), then in operation 907, the electronic device (601) may wait for an update until the electronic device (601) transitions to the second state or the third state. For example, if it is determined that the first satellite module (650) is in the first state (e.g., a transmitting state), the electronic device (601) may wait for an update until the electronic device (601) transitions to the second state (e.g., a listening state) or the third state (e.g., an idle state).

[0131] According to one embodiment, when the first satellite module (650) is determined to be in the second state or the third state (example of operation 905), in operation 909, the electronic device (601) may determine a first time interval for receiving location information of the electronic device (601) from a second satellite (e.g., a GNSS satellite) among the time intervals of the second state or the third state.

[0132] According to one embodiment, in operation 911, the electronic device (601) may receive location information of the electronic device (601) from the second satellite during the first time period through the first antenna (e.g., the first antenna (680) of FIG. 6). For example, the electronic device (601) may control a switch (e.g., the switch (685) of FIG. 6) to connect the first antenna (680) and the GNSS module (660). Depending on the implementation, the electronic device (601) may also receive location information of the electronic device (601) from the second satellite at designated intervals. At this time, the electronic device (601) may monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite through the second antenna (e.g., the second antenna (690) of FIG. 6).

[0133] According to one embodiment, in operation 913, the electronic device (601) may update the location of the electronic device (601) based on the location information of the electronic device (601) received from the second satellite. After receiving the location information of the electronic device (601) from the second satellite during the first time interval, the electronic device (601) may control a switch (e.g., switch (685) of FIG. 6) to connect the first antenna (680) and the first satellite module (650). When the first antenna (680) and the first satellite module (650) are connected, the electronic device (601) may monitor a signal received from the first satellite through the first antenna (680).

[0134] Through the above-described method, the electronic device (601) can receive location information from the second satellite while maintaining the monitoring operation of the signal for the emergency message service transmitted from the first satellite, thereby confirming and updating the location of the electronic device (601).

[0135] FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention to update location information and transmit a signal to a first satellite.

[0136] Referring to FIG. 10, according to one embodiment, in operation 1001, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (601) of FIG. 6) may update the location of the electronic device (601) based on location information of the electronic device (601) received from a second satellite (e.g., a GNSS satellite).

[0137] According to one embodiment, in operation 1003, the electronic device (601) may transmit a signal to the first satellite (e.g., an Iridium satellite) based on the updated location of the electronic device in a first state (e.g., a transmitting state) of the first satellite module (e.g., the first satellite module (650) of FIG. 6) after updating the location of the electronic device (601). For example, if the location of the electronic device (601) is not accurate, the electronic device (601) may not be able to accurately transmit a signal to the location of the first satellite. Accordingly, the electronic device (601) may transmit a signal to the first satellite (e.g., an Iridium satellite) based on the updated location of the electronic device (601).

[0138] According to one embodiment, in operation 1005, the electronic device (601) may transmit a signal including information about the updated location of the electronic device (601) to the first satellite after updating the location of the electronic device (601). For example, the electronic device (101) may need information about the exact location of the electronic device (101) for emergency rescue of the user. Accordingly, the electronic device (601) may transmit a signal indicating the updated location of the electronic device (601) to the first satellite for emergency message transmission service.

[0139] Meanwhile, the order of operations 1003 and 1005 may not be limited thereto. For example, operation 1005 may be performed before operation 1003. Alternatively, operation 1005 may be performed simultaneously with operation 1003. Alternatively, depending on the implementation, the electronic device (601) may perform only one of operations 1003 and 1005.

[0140] Through the above-described method, the electronic device (601) can provide an emergency message transmission service more accurately and efficiently than before.

[0141] FIG. 11A is a timing diagram illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to a comparative embodiment to receive location information from a second satellite. FIG. 11B is a timing diagram illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to an embodiment to monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite while receiving location information from a second satellite.

[0142] Referring to FIGS. 11A and 11B , “SOS Tx” may indicate a state in which an electronic device (e.g., an electronic device (601) of FIG. 6 ) transmits a signal to a first satellite (e.g., a satellite for emergency message transmission service). “SOS Rx via first antenna” may indicate a state in which the electronic device (601) receives a signal from a first satellite via a first antenna (e.g., a first antenna (680) of FIG. 6 ). “SOS Rx via second antenna” may indicate a state in which the electronic device (601) receives a signal from a first satellite via a second antenna (e.g., a second antenna (690) of FIG. 6 ). “GNSS” may indicate a state in which the electronic device (601) receives a signal from a second satellite (e.g., a GNSS satellite) via the first antenna (680). For example, a high level may indicate an active state, and a low level may indicate a deactivated state.

[0143] Referring to FIG. 11A, an electronic device according to a comparative embodiment can monitor a signal transmitted from a first satellite (220) through a second antenna while transmitting and receiving a signal to and from a satellite for an emergency message transmission service (e.g., the first satellite (220) of FIG. 5A) through a first antenna. However, the electronic device (101) according to the comparative embodiment cannot receive location information of the electronic device (101) from a GPS satellite (e.g., the second satellite (230) of FIG. 5A) while transmitting and receiving a signal to and from the satellite for an emergency message transmission service (220). For example, since a GNSS module included in the electronic device is not connected to the first antenna, the electronic device cannot receive a signal transmitted from a GNSS satellite (230) through the first antenna.

[0144] According to the comparative example, when the electronic device receives the location information of the electronic device from the second satellite (230), it cannot transmit and receive signals with the first satellite (220). For example, since the first satellite module is not connected to the first antenna, the electronic device (101) cannot receive a signal transmitted from the satellite (220) for emergency message transmission service via the first antenna. In addition, since the second satellite module is activated or deactivated in conjunction with the first satellite module, the electronic device cannot monitor a signal transmitted from the satellite (220) for emergency message transmission via the second antenna.

[0145] As described above, the electronic device according to the comparative example was unable to determine the location of the electronic device (101) when monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite (220) for an emergency message transmission service. Furthermore, the electronic device according to the comparative example had no choice but to suspend the emergency message transmission service operation when receiving location information of the electronic device (101) from the second satellite (230).

[0146] Referring to FIG. 11B, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (601) of FIG. 6) according to an embodiment can perform GNSS positioning in a listen state or an idle state of a first satellite module (e.g., the first satellite module (650) of FIG. 6). The electronic device (601) can receive location information from a second satellite (e.g., a GNSS satellite) and perform or proceed with a GNSS positioning operation by connecting a first antenna (e.g., the first antenna (680) of FIG. 6) and a GNSS module (e.g., the GNSS module (660) of FIG. 6) in the listen state or the idle state of the first satellite module (650). For example, time intervals corresponding to the listen state and the idle state of the first satellite module (650) can be GNSS positioning possible intervals. For example, the electronic device (601) can determine a first time interval (e.g., some time interval among the time intervals of the listen state) for performing GNSS positioning among the time intervals of the listen state and the idle state of the first satellite module (650). The electronic device (601) can perform the GNSS positioning operation by connecting the first antenna (680) and the GNSS module (660) during the first time interval. At this time, the electronic device (601) cannot monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite (e.g., a satellite for an emergency message transmission service) through the first antenna (680).

[0147] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (601) can receive or monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module (e.g., the second satellite module (670) of FIG. 6) in the transmitting state, the listening state, and the idle state of the first satellite module (650). The electronic device (601) can also receive or monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite when performing a GNSS positioning operation during the first time interval.

[0148] The success rate of message transmission and reception in the emergency message transmission service function may vary significantly depending on the alignment between the first satellite (e.g., Iridium satellite) and the electronic device (601). To this end, the electronic device (601) needs to direct the maximum radiation direction of at least one antenna included in the electronic device (601) toward the first satellite (e.g., Iridium satellite). At this time, the directing operation may be based on accurate location information of the electronic device (601). However, in the past, after the emergency message transmission service function was started, GNSS positioning could not be performed, so the accurate location of the electronic device (601) could not be updated. This problem may be a major cause of significantly deteriorating the usability of the emergency message transmission service function in situations where the electronic device moves rapidly.

[0149] Through the above-described method, the electronic device (601) can receive location information from the second satellite to confirm and update the location of the electronic device (601) while maintaining the operation of monitoring a signal for an emergency message service transmitted from the first satellite.

[0150] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, an electronic device (601) can update the precise location of the electronic device (601) by performing GNSS positioning in the LISTEN state and IDLE state of the first satellite module (650) while performing an emergency message transmission service function. Through this, the electronic device (601) can increase the accuracy of orientation operation in a subsequent transmission state, thereby improving the success rate of S-message transmission and reception. In addition, the electronic device (601) can accurately transmit user information to a recipient (e.g., an emergency rescue agency) in an emergency, thereby improving the level of user experience for the emergency message transmission service function.

[0151] An electronic device (101 or 601) according to an embodiment may include a first antenna (680), a second antenna (690), a GNSS module (660), a first satellite module (650), a second satellite module (670) connected to the second antenna, a switch (685) configured to connect either the first satellite module or the GNSS module to the first antenna, and at least one processor (120, 620, 640). According to an embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to transmit and receive a signal to and from a first satellite using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna via the switch in a first state of the first satellite module related to emergency services. According to an embodiment, a signal may be received from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna. In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna through the switch in a second or third state of the first satellite module related to the emergency service that is different from the first state. In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna while receiving location information of the electronic device from the second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna when the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected through the switch in the second or third state.

[0152] In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to monitor reception of a ring alert signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna while receiving the location information from the second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna in the second state. In one embodiment, the second state may include a listen state of the first satellite module.

[0153] In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to monitor the strength of a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna while receiving the location information from the second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna in the third state. In one embodiment, the third state may include an idle state of the first satellite module.

[0154] In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to determine whether a condition for updating the location of the electronic device is satisfied. In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to control the switch so that the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected in the second state or the third state if the condition is determined to be satisfied.

[0155] In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to determine a first time interval for receiving the location information among the time intervals of the second state or the third state, if it is confirmed that the condition is satisfied. In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to control the switch so that the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected during the first time interval.

[0156] In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to receive the location information from the second satellite via the first antenna during the first time interval. In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to update the location of the electronic device based on the location information.

[0157] In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to transmit a signal to the first satellite based on the updated location of the electronic device in a first state of the first satellite module after updating the location of the electronic device. In one embodiment, the first state may include a transmit state of the first satellite module.

[0158] In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to transmit, in the first state of the first satellite module after updating the location of the electronic device, a signal including information about the updated location of the electronic device to the first satellite.

[0159] In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to control the switch so that the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected at designated time intervals in the second state or the third state. In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to receive the location information of the electronic device from the second satellite via the first antenna during the designated time interval. In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to update the location of the electronic device based on the location information.

[0160] In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite via the second antenna in the first state, the second state, and the third state.

[0161] According to one embodiment, the first antenna may be implemented as a main antenna, and the second antenna may be implemented as a diversity antenna.

[0162] According to an embodiment, a method of operating an electronic device (101 or 601) may include an operation of transmitting and receiving a signal to and from a first satellite using the first satellite module connected to a first antenna included in the electronic device through a switch included in the electronic device in a first state of the first satellite module included in the electronic device related to an emergency service. According to an embodiment, a signal may be received from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna. According to an embodiment, a method of operating the electronic device may include an operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna through the switch in a second or third state of the first satellite module related to the emergency service different from the first state. The method of operating the electronic device according to one embodiment may include, when the GNSS module included in the electronic device is connected to the first antenna through the switch in the second state or the third state, receiving location information of the electronic device from a second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna, and monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using a second satellite module included in the electronic device connected to the second antenna included in the electronic device.

[0163] In one embodiment, the operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite while receiving location information of the electronic device may include, in the second state, an operation of monitoring reception of a ring alert signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna while receiving the location information from the second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna. In one embodiment, the second state may include a listen state of the first satellite module.

[0164] In one embodiment, the operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite while receiving location information of the electronic device may include, in the third state, an operation of monitoring the strength of a signal transmitted from the first satellite using a second satellite module connected to the second antenna while receiving the location information from the second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna. In one embodiment, the third state may include an idle state of the first satellite module.

[0165] According to one embodiment, the method of operating the electronic device may further include an operation of determining whether a condition for updating the location of the electronic device is satisfied. According to one embodiment, the method of operating the electronic device may further include an operation of controlling the switch so that the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected in the second state or the third state if it is determined that the condition is satisfied.

[0166] According to one embodiment, the operation of controlling the switch so that the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected may include, if it is confirmed that the condition is satisfied, an operation of determining a first time interval for receiving the location information among the time intervals of the second state or the third state. According to one embodiment, the operation of controlling the switch so that the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected may include an operation of controlling the switch so that the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected during the first time interval.

[0167] According to one embodiment, the method of operating the electronic device may further include receiving the location information from the second satellite via the first antenna during the first time interval. According to one embodiment, the method of operating the electronic device may further include updating the location of the electronic device based on the location information.

[0168] According to one embodiment, the method of operating the electronic device may further include an operation of transmitting a signal to the first satellite based on the updated location of the electronic device in a first state of the first satellite module after updating the location of the electronic device. According to one embodiment, the first state may include a transmit state of the first satellite module.

[0169] According to one embodiment, the method of operating the electronic device may further include an operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite through the second antenna in the first state, the second state, and the third state.

[0170] In one embodiment, a non-transitory recording medium may store instructions that can execute, in a first state of a first satellite module included in an electronic device related to an emergency service, an operation of transmitting and receiving a signal with a first satellite using the first satellite module connected to a first antenna included in the electronic device through a switch included in the electronic device, an operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna through the switch in a second or third state of the first satellite module related to the emergency service that is different from the first state, and an operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module included in the electronic device connected to a second antenna included in the electronic device while receiving location information of the electronic device from a second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna when the GNSS module included in the electronic device and the first antenna are connected through the switch in the second or third state.

[0171] Electronic devices according to the various embodiments disclosed in this document may take various forms. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to the embodiments of this document are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0172] The various embodiments of this document and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0173] The term "module" used in various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0174] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (136) or an external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (120)) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)) may call at least one instruction among the one or more instructions stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently or temporarily on the storage medium.

[0175] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be provided as a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded between sellers and buyers as a product. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a device-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)) or may be provided through an application store (e.g., Play Store). TM ) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones), online distribution (e.g., downloading or uploading). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be at least temporarily stored or temporarily created in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0176] According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to various embodiments, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to various embodiments, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

Claims

1. In an electronic device (101, 601), First antenna (680); Second antenna (690); GNSS module (660); First satellite module (650); A second satellite module (670) connected to the second antenna; A switch (685) configured to connect either the first satellite module or the GNSS module to the first antenna; At least one processor (120, 620, 640); and A memory storing instructions, wherein the instructions, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the electronic device to: In the first state of the first satellite module related to the emergency service, a signal is transmitted and received with the first satellite (220) using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna through the switch, and a signal is received from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna. In a second or third state of the first satellite module related to the emergency service other than the first state, a signal transmitted from the first satellite is monitored using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna through the switch, An electronic device configured to receive location information of the electronic device from a second satellite (230) using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna, while monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna, when the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected through the switch in the second state or the third state.

2. In the first paragraph, the instructions, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the electronic device to: In the second state, the location information is received from the second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna, and the reception of a ring alert signal transmitted from the first satellite is monitored using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna. An electronic device wherein the second state includes a listen state of the first satellite module.

3. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 2, the instructions, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the electronic device to: In the third state, the location information is received from the second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna, and the strength of the signal transmitted from the first satellite is monitored using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna. An electronic device wherein the third state includes an idle state of the first satellite module.

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, the instructions, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the electronic device to: Check whether the conditions for updating the location of the above electronic device are satisfied, An electronic device configured to control the switch so that the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected in the second state or the third state when it is confirmed that the above condition is satisfied.

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, the instructions, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the electronic device to: If it is confirmed that the above condition is satisfied, a first time interval for receiving the location information among the time intervals of the second state or the third state is determined, An electronic device configured to control the switch so that the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected during the first time interval.

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, the instructions, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the electronic device to: Receive the location information from the second satellite through the first antenna during the first time period, An electronic device set to update said location of said electronic device based on said location information.

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, the instructions, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the electronic device to: After updating the position of the electronic device, in the first state of the first satellite module, a signal is set to be transmitted to the first satellite based on the updated position of the electronic device, An electronic device wherein the first state includes a transmit state of the first satellite module.

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, the instructions, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the electronic device to: An electronic device configured to transmit a signal including information about the updated position of the electronic device to the first satellite in the first state of the first satellite module after updating the position of the electronic device.

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, the instructions, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the electronic device to: In the second state or the third state, the switch is controlled so that the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected at designated time intervals, During the above-mentioned specified time period, the location information of the electronic device is received from the second satellite through the first antenna, An electronic device set to update the location of said electronic device based on said location information.

10. In any one of claims 1 to 9, the instructions, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the electronic device to: An electronic device configured to monitor a signal transmitted from the first satellite via the second antenna in the first state, the second state, and the third state.

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, An electronic device wherein the first antenna is implemented as a main antenna and the second antenna is implemented as a diversity antenna.

12. In the operating method of an electronic device (101, 601), In a first state of the first satellite module (650) included in the electronic device related to emergency services, an operation of transmitting and receiving a signal with the first satellite (220) using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna (680) included in the electronic device through a switch (685) included in the electronic device, wherein a signal is received from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna; An operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the first satellite module connected to the first antenna through the switch in a second or third state of the first satellite module related to the emergency service different from the first state; and An operating method of an electronic device, comprising: receiving location information of the electronic device from a second satellite (230) using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna when the GNSS module (660) included in the electronic device and the first antenna are connected through the switch in the second state or the third state; and monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module (670) included in the electronic device connected to the second antenna (690) included in the electronic device.

13. In the 12th paragraph, the operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite while receiving location information of the electronic device is as follows: In the second state, the operation of monitoring the reception of a ring alert signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna while receiving the location information from the second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna, A method of operating an electronic device, wherein the second state includes a listen state of the first satellite module.

14. In any one of paragraphs 12 to 13, the operation of monitoring a signal transmitted from the first satellite while receiving location information of the electronic device comprises: In the third state, the operation of monitoring the strength of a signal transmitted from the first satellite using the second satellite module connected to the second antenna while receiving the location information from the second satellite using the GNSS module connected to the first antenna, A method of operating an electronic device, wherein the third state includes an idle state of the first satellite module.

15. In any one of paragraphs 12 to 14, An operation for determining whether a condition for updating the location of the electronic device is satisfied; and An operating method of an electronic device further comprising an operation of controlling the switch so that the GNSS module and the first antenna are connected in the second state or the third state, if it is confirmed that the above condition is satisfied.

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