Communication related to synchronization signal

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a method. The method may comprise the steps of: receiving a configuration related to a second SSB; and during a measurement period, performing measurement on the basis of at least one of a first SSB or the second SSB.

Description

Communication related to synchronization signals

[0001] This specification relates to mobile communication.

[0002] 3GPP (3rd Generation Partnership Project) LTE (Long-Term Evolution) is a technology designed to enable high-speed packet communication. Many methods have been proposed to achieve LTE goals, such as reducing costs for users and operators, improving service quality, expanding coverage, and increasing system capacity. As high-level requirements, 3GPP LTE demands reduced cost per bit, improved service availability, flexible use of frequency bands, a simple structure, open interfaces, and appropriate power consumption of terminals.

[0003] Work has begun at the ITU (International Telecommunication Union) and 3GPP to develop requirements and specifications for New Radio (NR) systems. 3GPP must identify and develop the technical components necessary to successfully standardize NR in a timely manner, satisfying both urgent market demands and the longer-term requirements presented by the ITU-R (ITU Radio communication sector) IMT (International Mobile Telecommunications)-2020 process. Furthermore, NR must be able to utilize any spectrum band up to at least 110 GHz so that it can be used for wireless communication even in the distant future.

[0004] NR targets a single technical framework that covers all deployment, usage, and requirements, including eMBB (enhanced Mobile Broadband), mMTC (massive Machine Type-Communications), and URLLC (Ultra-Reliable and Low Latency Communications). NR must be forward compatible by nature.

[0005] On-demand Synchronization Signal (SS) / Physical Broadcast Channel (PBCH) block (SSB) has been introduced to save network energy. However, according to the prior art, there is a problem in that terminals are not supported to perform measurements based on always-on SSB and / or on-demand SSB.

[0006] In one embodiment, a method is provided. The method may include the step of receiving a setting related to a second SSB; and the step of performing a measurement based on at least one of the first SSB or the second SSB during a measurement interval.

[0007] In another aspect, a device for implementing the above method is provided.

[0008] In one embodiment, a method is provided. The method may include the step of transmitting a setting related to the second SSB to the UE.

[0009] In another aspect, a device for implementing the above method is provided.

[0010] FIG. 1 shows an example of a communication system to which the implementation of the present specification is applied.

[0011] FIG. 2 shows an example of a wireless device to which the implementation of the present specification applies.

[0012] FIG. 3 shows an example of a wireless device to which the implementation of the present specification applies.

[0013] Figure 4 is a figure showing an example of a communication structure that can be provided in a 6G system.

[0014] Figure 5 shows an example of an electromagnetic spectrum.

[0015] FIGS. 6a through 6e illustrate an example of a RACH procedure applicable to one embodiment of the disclosure of this specification.

[0016] FIG. 7 shows an example of an OD-SSB according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 8 shows an example of SSB adaptation according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIGS. 9a and FIGS. 9b illustrate examples of measurements according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 10 is an example of a procedure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 11 is an example of the operation of a terminal according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] The following techniques, devices, and systems may be applied to various wireless multiple access systems. Examples of multiple access systems include Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) systems, Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA) systems, Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) systems, Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) systems, Single Carrier Frequency Division Multiple Access (SC-FDMA) systems, and Multi-Carrier Frequency Division Multiple Access (MC-FDMA) systems. CDMA may be implemented through wireless technologies such as Universal Terrestrial Radio Access (UTRA) or CDMA2000. TDMA may be implemented through wireless technologies such as Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM), General Packet Radio Service (GPRS), or Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution (EDGE). OFDMA can be implemented through wireless technologies such as IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) 802.11 (Wi-Fi), IEEE 802.16 (WiMAX), IEEE 802.20, or E-UTRA (Evolved UTRA). UTRA is part of UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System). 3GPP (3rd Generation Partnership Project) LTE (Long-Term Evolution) is part of E-UMTS (Evolved UMTS) using E-UTRA.3GPP LTE uses OFDMA in the downlink (DL) and SC-FDMA in the uplink (UL).

[0022] The following techniques, devices, and systems may be applied to various wireless multiple access systems. Examples of multiple access systems include code division multiple access (CDMA) systems, frequency division multiple access (FDMA) systems, time division multiple access (TDMA) systems, orthogonal frequency division multiple access (OFDMA) systems, single carrier frequency division multiple access (SC-FDMA) systems, and multicarrier frequency division multiple access (MC-FDMA) systems. CDMA may be implemented through wireless technologies such as universal terrestrial radio access (UTRA) or CDMA2000. TDMA may be implemented through wireless technologies such as global system for mobile communications (GSM), general packet radio service (GPRS), or enhanced data rates for GSM evolution (EDGE). OFDMA can be implemented through wireless technologies such as IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) 802.11 (Wi-Fi), IEEE 802.16 (WiMAX), IEEE 802.20, or E-UTRA (evolved UTRA). UTRA is part of UMTS (universal mobile telecommunications system). 3GPP (3rd generation partnership project) LTE (long-term evolution) is part of E-UMTS (evolved UMTS) using E-UTRA.3GPP LTE uses OFDMA in the downlink (DL) and SC-FDMA in the uplink (UL). Evolutions of 3GPP LTE include LTE-A (advanced), LTE-A Pro, and / or 5G NR (new radio).

[0023] For convenience of explanation, the implementation of this specification is described primarily in relation to 3GPP-based wireless communication systems. However, the technical characteristics of this specification are not limited thereto. For example, the following detailed description is provided based on a mobile communication system corresponding to a 3GPP-based wireless communication system, but aspects of this specification that are not limited to 3GPP-based wireless communication systems may be applied to other mobile communication systems.

[0024] For terms and technologies used in this specification that are not specifically described, reference may be made to wireless communication standard documents published prior to this specification.

[0025] In this specification, “A or B” may mean “only A,” “only B,” or “both A and B.” Alternatively, in this specification, “A or B” may be interpreted as “A and / or B.” For example, in this specification, “A, B or C” may mean “only A,” “only B,” “only C,” or “any combination of A, B and C.”

[0026] As used herein, a slash ( / ) or a comma may mean “and / or.” For example, “A / B” may mean “A and / or B.” Accordingly, “A / B” may mean “only A,” “only B,” or “both A and B.” For example, “A, B, C” may mean “A, B, or C.”

[0027] In this specification, “at least one of A and B” may mean “only A,” “only B,” or “both A and B.” Additionally, in this specification, the expressions “at least one of A or B” or “at least one of A and / or B” may be interpreted as synonymous with “at least one of A and B.”

[0028] Additionally, in this specification, “at least one of A, B and C” may mean “only A,” “only B,” “only C,” or “any combination of A, B and C.” Furthermore, “at least one of A, B or C” or “at least one of A, B and / or C” may mean “at least one of A, B and C.”

[0029] Additionally, parentheses used in this specification may mean “for example.” Specifically, when indicated as “Control Information (PDCCH),” “PDCCH” may be proposed as an example of “Control Information.” In other words, “Control Information” in this specification is not limited to “PDCCH,” and “PDCCH” may be proposed as an example of “Control Information.” Furthermore, even when indicated as “Control Information (i.e., PDCCH),” “PDCCH” may be proposed as an example of “Control Information.”

[0030] Technical features described individually within a single drawing in this specification may be implemented individually or simultaneously.

[0031] Although not limited thereto, the various descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification may be applied to various fields where wireless communication and / or connectivity between devices (e.g., 5G) is required.

[0032] The present specification will be described in more detail below with reference to the drawings. In the following drawings and / or description, the same reference numerals may refer to the same or corresponding hardware blocks, software blocks, and / or function blocks unless otherwise indicated.

[0033] In the attached drawings, User Equipment (UE) is illustrated by way of example, but the illustrated UE may also be referred to by terms such as Terminal, Mobile Equipment (ME), etc. Furthermore, the UE may be a portable device such as a laptop, mobile phone, PDA, smartphone, multimedia device, etc., or a non-portable device such as a PC, vehicle-mounted device, etc.

[0034] Hereinafter, the UE is used as an example of a wireless communication device capable of wireless communication (or a wireless device, or a wireless device). An operation performed by the UE may be performed by a wireless communication device. The wireless communication device may also be referred to as a wireless device, a wireless device, etc.

[0035] The term "base station" as used below generally refers to a fixed station that communicates with wireless devices, and may be referred to by other terms such as eNodeB (evolved-NodeB), eNB (evolved-NodeB), BTS (Base Transceiver System), Access Point, and gNB (Next generation NodeB).

[0036] FIG. 1 shows an example of a communication system to which the implementation of the present specification is applied.

[0037] The 5G usage scenario shown in FIG. 1 is merely an example, and the technical features of this specification may be applied to other 5G usage scenarios not shown in FIG. 1.

[0038] The three main requirements categories for 5G are (1) enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB) category, (2) massive machine type communication (mMTC) category, and (3) ultra-reliable and low latency communications (URLLC) category.

[0039] Some use cases may require multiple categories for optimization, while others may focus on only one key performance indicator (KPI). 5G supports these diverse use cases using flexible and reliable methods.

[0040] eMBB far surpasses basic mobile internet access and covers rich interactive tasks and media and entertainment applications in the cloud and augmented reality. Data is one of the core drivers of 5G, and in the 5G era, dedicated voice services may not be available for the first time. In 5G, voice processing is expected to be simplified as an application that leverages the data connectivity provided by the communication system. The main cause of traffic growth is the increase in content size and the rise of applications requiring high data transfer speeds. As more devices connect to the internet, streaming services (audio and video), conversational video, and mobile internet access will become more widely used. Many of these applications require an always-on connection to push real-time information and alerts to users. Cloud storage and applications are rapidly increasing on mobile communication platforms and can be applied to both work and entertainment. Cloud storage is a special use case that accelerates the increase in uplink data transfer speeds. 5G is also used for remote work in the cloud. When using haptic interfaces, 5G requires much lower end-to-end latency to maintain a good user experience. For example, entertainment such as cloud gaming and video streaming is another key factor increasing the demand for mobile broadband capabilities. Entertainment is essential for smartphones and tablets in all places, including highly mobile environments such as trains, cars, and airplanes. Another use case is augmented reality for entertainment and information retrieval. In this case, augmented reality requires very low latency and instantaneous data volume.

[0041] Furthermore, one of the most anticipated use cases for 5G relates to mMTC, the ability to seamlessly connect embedded sensors across all fields. Potentially, the number of Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices is expected to reach 240 million by 2020. Industrial IoT plays a key role in enabling smart cities, asset tracking, smart utilities, agriculture, and security infrastructure through 5G.

[0042] URLLC includes ultra-reliable, low-latency links for new services that will transform industries through the remote control of primary infrastructure, as well as for autonomous vehicles. Reliability and low latency are essential for controlling smart grids, automating industries, achieving robotics, and controlling and coordinating drones.

[0043] 5G is a means to deliver gigabits per second from streaming rated at hundreds of megabits per second, and it can complement Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) and cable-based broadband (or Docsis). Such high speeds are necessary to deliver TV with resolutions of 4K or higher (6K, 8K or higher), as well as virtual and augmented reality. Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) applications include highly immersive sports games. Specific applications may require specialized network configurations. For example, in the case of VR games, game companies must integrate core servers with network operators' edge network servers to minimize latency.

[0044] Automobiles are expected to become a new and significant driving force in 5G, along with numerous use cases for in-vehicle mobile communication. For example, passenger entertainment requires broadband mobile communication with high simultaneous capacity and high mobility. This is because future users will continue to expect high-quality connectivity regardless of location or speed. Another use case in the automotive sector is the AR dashboard. AR dashboards enable drivers to identify objects in dark areas beyond those visible through the windshield, and display the distance to objects and their movement by overlapping information delivery to the driver. In the future, wireless modules will enable communication between vehicles, information exchange between vehicles and support infrastructure, and information exchange between vehicles and other connected devices (e.g., devices accompanying pedestrians). Safety systems reduce the risk of accidents by guiding drivers through alternative behavioral processes to drive more safely. The next step will be remotely controlled or autonomous vehicles. This requires extremely high reliability and very fast communication between different autonomous vehicles, as well as between vehicles and infrastructure. In the future, autonomous vehicles will perform all driving activities, and drivers will focus only on abnormal traffic that the vehicle cannot identify. The technical requirements for autonomous vehicles demand ultra-low latency and ultra-high reliability to raise traffic safety to a level unattainable by humans.

[0045] Smart cities and smart homes / buildings, referred to as a smart society, will be embedded in high-density wireless sensor networks. Distributed networks of intelligent sensors will identify conditions for cost-effective and energy-efficient maintenance of cities or homes. A similar configuration can be applied to individual households. All temperature sensors, window and heating controllers, burglar alarms, and home appliances will be wirelessly connected. Many of these sensors generally have low data transmission speeds, low power consumption, and low costs. However, real-time HD video may be required by certain types of devices for monitoring.

[0046] Automated control of distribution sensor networks is required to decentralize energy consumption and distribution, including heat and gas, to a higher level. Smart grids utilize digital information and communication technologies to collect data and interconnect sensors to operate based on the collected information. Since this information may include the behavior of suppliers and consumers, smart grids can improve the distribution of fuels, such as electricity, through methods such as efficiency, reliability, economic viability, production sustainability, and automation. A smart grid can also be regarded as another sensor network with low latency.

[0047] Mission-critical applications (e.g., e-health) are one of the 5G use scenarios. The health sector includes many applications that can benefit from mobile communication. Communication systems can support telemedicine, which provides clinical treatment from remote locations. Telemedicine can help reduce distance barriers and improve access to medical services that are not consistently available in remote rural areas. Telemedicine is also used to perform critical treatments and save lives in emergency situations. Mobile communication-based wireless sensor networks can provide remote monitoring and sensors for parameters such as heart rate and blood pressure.

[0048] Wireless and mobile communications are becoming increasingly important in industrial applications. Wiring incurs high installation and maintenance costs. Therefore, the potential to replace cables with reconfigurable wireless links presents an attractive opportunity for many industries. However, achieving this replacement requires establishing wireless connections with latency, reliability, and capacity comparable to cables, as well as simplifying the management of these connections. With the demand for 5G connections, low latency and a very low probability of error are new requirements.

[0049] Logistics and freight tracking are important use cases of mobile communications that utilize location-based information systems to enable inventory and package tracking anywhere. While these use cases generally require low data rates, they necessitate location information with wide range and reliability.

[0050] Referring to FIG. 1, a communication system (1) includes wireless devices (100a to 100f), a base station (BS) (200), and a network (300). FIG. 1 illustrates a 5G network as an example of the network of the communication system (1), but the implementation of the present disclosure is not limited to a 5G system and can be applied to future communication systems beyond a 5G system.

[0051] The base station (200) and the network (300) can be implemented as wireless devices, and a specific wireless device can operate as a base station / network node in relation to another wireless device.

[0052] Wireless devices (100a to 100f) represent devices that perform communication using radio access technology (RAT) (e.g., 5G NR or LTE) and may also be referred to as communication / wireless / 5G devices. Wireless devices (100a to 100f) may include, but are not limited to, robots (100a), vehicles (100b-1 and 100b-2), extended reality (XR) devices (100c), portable devices (100d), home appliances (100e), IoT devices (100f), and artificial intelligence (AI) devices / servers (400). For example, vehicles may include vehicles with wireless communication capabilities, autonomous vehicles, and vehicles capable of performing communication between vehicles. Vehicles may include unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) (e.g., drones). XR devices may include AR / VR / mixed reality (MR) devices and may be implemented in the form of head-mounted devices (HMDs) and head-up displays (HUDs) mounted on vehicles, televisions, smartphones, computers, wearable devices, home appliances, digital signs, vehicles, robots, etc. Portable devices may include smartphones, smart pads, wearable devices (e.g., smartwatches or smart glasses), and computers (e.g., laptops). Home appliances may include TVs, refrigerators, and washing machines. IoT devices may include sensors and smart meters.

[0053] In this specification, wireless devices (100a to 100f) may be referred to as user equipment (UE). The UE may include, for example, a mobile phone, a smartphone, a laptop computer, a digital broadcasting terminal, a PDA (personal digital assistant), a PMP (portable multimedia player), a navigation system, a slate PC, a tablet PC, an ultrabook, a vehicle, a vehicle with autonomous driving capabilities, a connected car, a UAV, an AI module, a robot, an AR device, a VR device, an MR device, a hologram device, a public safety device, an MTC device, an IoT device, a medical device, a fintech device (or financial device), a security device, a weather / environment device, a 5G service-related device, or a device related to the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

[0054] For example, a UAV can be an aircraft that is not on board and is navigated by radio control signals.

[0055] For example, a VR device may include a device for implementing objects or backgrounds in a virtual environment. For example, an AR device may include a device that implements objects or backgrounds in a virtual world by connecting them to objects or backgrounds in a real world. For example, an MR device may include a device that implements objects or backgrounds in a virtual world by merging them with objects or backgrounds in a real world. For example, a holographic device may include a device for implementing a 360-degree stereoscopic image by recording and playing back stereoscopic information using the phenomenon of light interference that occurs when two laser lights called holograms meet.

[0056] For example, a public safety device may include an image relay device or an image device that can be worn on a user's body.

[0057] For example, MTC devices and IoT devices may be devices that do not require direct human intervention or operation. For instance, MTC devices and IoT devices may include smart meters, vending machines, thermometers, smart light bulbs, door locks, or various sensors.

[0058] For example, a medical device may be a device used for the purpose of diagnosing, treating, alleviating, curing, or preventing a disease. For example, a medical device may be a device used to diagnose, treat, alleviate, or correct an injury or damage. For example, a medical device may be a device used for the purpose of examining, replacing, or modifying a structure or function. For example, a medical device may be a device used for the purpose of regulating pregnancy. For example, a medical device may include a therapeutic device, a driving device, a (in vitro) diagnostic device, a hearing aid, or a surgical device.

[0059] For example, a security device may be a device installed to prevent potential risks and maintain safety. For example, a security device may be a camera, closed-circuit TV (CCTV), a recorder, or a black box.

[0060] For example, a fintech device may be a device capable of providing financial services such as mobile payments. For example, a fintech device may include a payment device or a POS system.

[0061] For example, a weather / environment device may include a device for monitoring or predicting the weather / environment.

[0062] Wireless devices (100a to 100f) can be connected to a network (300) through a base station (200). AI technology may be applied to the wireless devices (100a to 100f), and the wireless devices (100a to 100f) can be connected to an AI server (400) through the network (300). The network (300) can be configured using a 3G network, a 4G (e.g., LTE) network, a 5G (e.g., NR) network, and a network after 5G. The wireless devices (100a to 100f) may communicate with each other through the base station (200) / network (300), but they may also communicate directly (e.g., sidelink communication) without going through the base station (200) / network (300). For example, vehicles (100b-1, 100b-2) can communicate directly (e.g., V2V (vehicle-to-vehicle) / V2X (vehicle-to-everything) communication). Also, IoT devices (e.g., sensors) can communicate directly with other IoT devices (e.g., sensors) or other wireless devices (100a to 100f).

[0063] Wireless communication / connections (150a, 150b, 150c) can be established between wireless devices (100a to 100f) and / or between wireless devices (100a to 100f) and base station (200) and / or between base station (200). Here, the wireless communication / connections can be established through various RATs (e.g., 5G NR), such as uplink / downlink communication (150a), sidelink communication (150b) (or D2D (device-to-device) communication), and communication between base stations (150c) (e.g., relay, IAB (integrated access and backhaul)). Through the wireless communication / connections (150a, 150b, 150c), wireless devices (100a to 100f) and base station (200) can transmit / receive wireless signals to / from each other. For example, wireless communication / connection (150a, 150b, 150c) may transmit / receive signals through various physical channels. To this end, based on various proposals in this specification, at least some of the following may be performed: a process for setting various configuration information for transmitting / receiving wireless signals, a process for various signal processing (e.g., channel encoding / decoding, modulation / demodulation, resource mapping / demapping, etc.), and a resource allocation process.

[0064] AI refers to the field of researching artificial intelligence or the methodologies to create it, while machine learning refers to the field of researching methodologies to define and solve various problems within the realm of artificial intelligence. Machine learning is also defined as an algorithm that improves performance on a task through continuous experience.

[0065] A robot can refer to a machine that automatically processes or operates given tasks based on its own capabilities. In particular, a robot equipped with the ability to perceive its environment, make independent judgments, and perform actions can be called an intelligent robot. Robots can be classified into industrial, medical, domestic, and military types depending on their purpose or field of use. Robots are equipped with drive units, including actuators or motors, to perform various physical movements, such as moving robot joints. Additionally, mobile robots include wheels, brakes, propellers, etc., in their drive units, enabling them to drive on the ground or fly in the air.

[0066] Autonomous driving refers to technology that drives itself, and an autonomous vehicle refers to a vehicle that drives without user intervention or with minimal user intervention. For example, autonomous driving can include technologies such as maintaining the driving lane, automatically adjusting speed like adaptive cruise control, driving automatically along a predetermined route, and automatically setting a route and driving once a destination is set. The term "vehicle" encompasses vehicles equipped solely with internal combustion engines, hybrid vehicles equipped with both internal combustion engines and electric motors, and electric vehicles equipped solely with electric motors; it can include not only automobiles but also trains and motorcycles. An autonomous vehicle can be viewed as a robot equipped with autonomous driving capabilities.

[0067] Augmented Reality is a collective term for VR, AR, and MR. VR technology provides real-world objects or backgrounds solely as CG images, AR technology provides virtual CG images superimposed on images of real objects, and MR technology is a CG technology that mixes and combines virtual objects with the real world. MR technology is similar to AR technology in that it displays real-world and virtual objects together. However, there is a difference in that while virtual objects in AR technology are used to complement real-world objects, virtual and real objects in MR technology are used as equal entities.

[0068] NR supports multiple numerologies or subcarrier spacings (SCS) to support various 5G services. For example, when the SCS is 15 kHz, it supports a wide area in traditional cellular bands; when the SCS is 30 kHz / 60 kHz, it supports dense-urban areas, lower latency, and wider carrier bandwidth; and when the SCS is 60 kHz or higher, it supports a bandwidth greater than 24.25 GHz to overcome phase noise.

[0069] The NR frequency band can be defined by two types of frequency ranges (e.g., FR1, FR2). The numerical values ​​of the frequency ranges may change. For example, the frequency ranges of the two types (FR1, FR2) may be as shown in Table 1 below. For convenience of explanation, among the frequency ranges used in the NR system, FR1 may mean "sub 6 GHz range" and FR2 may mean "above 6 GHz range" and may be referred to as millimeter wave (mmW). FR2 may include FR2-1 and FR2-2, as illustrated in the examples in Tables 1 and 2.

[0070] Frequency Range designationCorresponding frequency rangeSubcarrier SpacingFR1450MHz - 6000MHz15, 30, 60kHzFR2FR2-124250MHz - 52600MHz60, 120, 240kHzFR2-257000MHz - 71000MHz120, 480, 960kHz

[0071] As described above, the numerical values ​​of the frequency range of the NR system may change. For example, FR1 may include a band of 410 MHz to 7125 MHz as shown in Table 2 below. That is, FR1 may include a frequency band of 6 GHz (or 5850, 5900, 5925 MHz, etc.) or higher. For example, the frequency band of 6 GHz (or 5850, 5900, 5925 MHz, etc.) or higher included within FR1 may include an unlicensed band. The unlicensed band may be used for various purposes, for example, for communication for vehicles (e.g., autonomous driving).

[0072] Frequency Range designationCorresponding frequency rangeSubcarrier SpacingFR1410MHz - 7125MHz15, 30, 60kHzFR2FR2-124250MHz - 52600MHz60, 120, 240kHzFR2-257000MHz - 71000MHz120, 480, 960kHz

[0073] Here, the wireless communication technology implemented in the wireless device of this specification may include LTE, NR, and 6G, as well as narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) for low-power communication. For example, NB-IoT technology may be an example of low-power wide-area network (LPWAN) technology and may be implemented according to standards such as LTE Cat NB1 and / or LTE Cat NB2, but is not limited to the names mentioned above. Additionally, or generally, the wireless communication technology implemented in the wireless device of this specification may perform communication based on LTE-M technology. For example, LTE-M technology may be an example of LPWAN technology and may be referred to by various names such as enhanced MTC (eMTC). For example, LTE-M technology may be implemented in at least one of various standards such as 1) LTE CAT 0, 2) LTE Cat M1, 3) LTE Cat M2, 4) LTE non-BL (non-bandwidth limited), 5) LTE-MTC, 6) LTE MTC, and / or 7) LTE M, and is not limited to the names mentioned above. Additionally or generally, wireless communication technology implemented in the wireless device of this specification may include at least one of ZigBee, Bluetooth, and / or LPWAN for low-power communication, and is not limited to the names mentioned above. For example, ZigBee technology may create personal area networks (PANs) related to small / low-power digital communication based on various standards such as IEEE 802.15.4, and may be referred to by various names.

[0074] FIG. 2 shows an example of a wireless device to which the implementation of the present specification applies.

[0075] Referring to FIG. 2, the first wireless device (100) and the second wireless device (200) can transmit and receive wireless signals to / from an external device via various RATs (e.g., LTE and NR).

[0076] In FIG. 2, {the first wireless device (100) and the second wireless device (200)} may correspond to at least one of the {wireless devices (100a~100f) and base station (200)}, {wireless devices (100a~100f) and wireless devices (100a~100f)} and / or {base station (200) and base station (200)} of FIG. 1.

[0077] The first wireless device (100) may include at least one transceiver such as a transceiver (106), at least one processing chip such as a processing chip (101), and / or one or more antennas (108).

[0078] The processing chip (101) may include at least one processor, such as a processor (102), and at least one memory, such as a memory (104). FIG. 2 is shown as an example in which the memory (104) is included in the processing chip (101). Additionally and / or generally, the memory (104) may be placed outside the processing chip (101).

[0079] The processor (102) can control the memory (104) and / or the transceiver (106) and may be configured to implement the descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed herein. For example, the processor (102) may process information within the memory (104) to generate a first information / signal and transmit a wireless signal containing the first information / signal through the transceiver (106). The processor (102) may receive a wireless signal containing a second information / signal through the transceiver (106) and process the second information / signal to store the obtained information in the memory (104).

[0080] Memory (104) may be connected to the processor (102) so as to be operable. Memory (104) may store various types of information and / or instructions. Memory (104) may store software code (105) that implements instructions to perform descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification when executed by the processor (102). For example, software code (105) may implement instructions to perform descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification when executed by the processor (102). For example, software code (105) may control the processor (102) to perform one or more protocols. For example, software code (105) may control the processor (102) to perform one or more wireless interface protocol layers.

[0081] Here, the processor (102) and memory (104) may be part of a communication modem / circuit / chip designed to implement a RAT (e.g., LTE or NR). A transceiver (106) may be connected to the processor (102) and may transmit and / or receive a wireless signal through one or more antennas (108). Each transceiver (106) may include a transmitter and / or receiver. The transceiver (106) may be interchangeably used with an RF (radio frequency) unit. In this specification, the first wireless device (100) may represent a communication modem / circuit / chip.

[0082] The second wireless device (200) may include at least one transceiver such as a transceiver (206), at least one processing chip such as a processing chip (201), and / or one or more antennas (208).

[0083] The processing chip (201) may include at least one processor, such as a processor (202), and at least one memory, such as a memory (204). FIG. 2 is shown as an example in which the memory (204) is included in the processing chip (201). Additionally and / or alternatively, the memory (204) may be placed outside the processing chip (201).

[0084] The processor (202) can control the memory (204) and / or the transceiver (206) and may be configured to implement the descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed herein. For example, the processor (202) may process information within the memory (204) to generate a third information / signal and transmit a wireless signal containing the third information / signal through the transceiver (206). The processor (202) may receive a wireless signal containing a fourth information / signal through the transceiver (206) and process the fourth information / signal to store the obtained information in the memory (204).

[0085] Memory (204) may be connected to the processor (202) so as to be operable. Memory (204) may store various types of information and / or instructions. Memory (204) may store software code (205) that implements instructions to perform descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification when executed by the processor (202). For example, software code (205) may implement instructions to perform descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification when executed by the processor (202). For example, software code (205) may control the processor (202) to perform one or more protocols. For example, software code (205) may control the processor (202) to perform one or more wireless interface protocol layers.

[0086] Here, the processor (202) and memory (204) may be part of a communication modem / circuit / chip designed to implement a RAT (e.g., LTE or NR). A transceiver (206) may be connected to the processor (202) and transmit and / or receive a wireless signal through one or more antennas (208). Each transceiver (206) may include a transmitter and / or receiver. The transceiver (206) may be interchangeably used with an RF unit. In this specification, the second wireless device (200) may represent a communication modem / circuit / chip.

[0087] Hereinafter, hardware elements of the wireless device (100, 200) will be described in more detail. Although not limited thereto, one or more protocol layers may be implemented by one or more processors (102, 202). For example, one or more processors (102, 202) may implement one or more layers (e.g., functional layers such as a PHY (physical) layer, a MAC (media access control) layer, a RLC (radio link control) layer, a PDCP (packet data convergence protocol) layer, a RRC (radio resource control) layer, and an SDAP (service data adaptation protocol) layer). One or more processors (102, 202) may generate one or more PDUs (protocol data units) and / or one or more SDUs (service data units) according to the descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification. One or more processors (102, 202) may generate messages, control information, data, or information according to the descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification. One or more processors (102, 202) may generate a signal (e.g., baseband signal) containing a PDU, SDU, message, control information, data, or information according to the descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification and provide it to one or more transceivers (106, 206). One or more processors (102, 202) may receive a signal (e.g., baseband signal) from one or more transceivers (106, 206) and may obtain a PDU, SDU, message, control information, data, or information according to the descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification.

[0088] One or more processors (102, 202) may be referred to as controllers, microcontrollers, microprocessors, and / or microcomputers. One or more processors (102, 202) may be implemented by hardware, firmware, software, and / or a combination thereof. For example, one or more application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), one or more digital signal processors (DSPs), one or more digital signal processing devices (DSPDs), one or more programmable logic devices (PLDs), and / or one or more field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) may be included in one or more processors (102, 202). Descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed herein may be implemented using firmware and / or software, and the firmware and / or software may be implemented to include modules, procedures, and functions. Firmware or software configured to perform the descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification may be included in one or more processors (102, 202) or stored in one or more memories (104, 204) and driven by one or more processors (102, 202). The descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification may be implemented using firmware or software in the form of code, instructions, and / or sets of instructions.

[0089] One or more memories (104, 204) may be connected to one or more processors (102, 202) and may store various forms of data, signals, messages, information, programs, codes, instructions, and / or commands. One or more memories (104, 204) may consist of read-only memory (ROM), random access memory (RAM), erasable programmable ROM (EPROM), flash memory, hard drives, registers, cache memory, computer read storage media, and / or combinations thereof. One or more memories (104, 204) may be located inside and / or outside of one or more processors (102, 202). Additionally, one or more memories (104, 204) may be connected to one or more processors (102, 202) through various technologies such as wired or wireless connections.

[0090] One or more transceivers (106, 206) may transmit user data, control information, wireless signals / channels, etc., as described in the descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification to one or more other devices. One or more transceivers (106, 206) may receive user data, control information, wireless signals / channels, etc., as described in the descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed in this specification from one or more other devices. For example, one or more transceivers (106, 206) may be connected to one or more processors (102, 202) and may transmit and receive wireless signals. For example, one or more processors (102, 202) may control one or more transceivers (106, 206) to transmit user data, control information, wireless signals, etc., to one or more other devices. Additionally, one or more processors (102, 202) can control one or more transceivers (106, 206) to receive user data, control information, wireless signals, etc. from one or more other devices.

[0091] One or more transceivers (106, 206) may be connected to one or more antennas (108, 208). One or more transceivers (106, 206) may be configured to transmit and receive user data, control information, wireless signals / channels, etc., as described in the descriptions, functions, procedures, proposals, methods, and / or operation flowcharts disclosed herein through one or more antennas (108, 208). In this specification, one or more antennas (108, 208) may be a plurality of physical antennas or a plurality of logical antennas (e.g., antenna ports).

[0092] One or more transceivers (106, 206) can convert received user data, control information, wireless signals / channels, etc. from RF band signals to baseband signals in order to process received user data, control information, wireless signals / channels, etc. using one or more processors (102, 202). One or more transceivers (106, 206) can convert processed user data, control information, wireless signals / channels, etc. from baseband signals to RF band signals using one or more processors (102, 202). To this end, one or more transceivers (106, 206) may include (analog) oscillators and / or filters. For example, one or more transceivers (106, 206) can up-convert an OFDM baseband signal into an OFDM signal through an (analog) oscillator and / or filter under the control of one or more processors (102, 202) and transmit the up-converted OFDM signal at a carrier frequency. One or more transceivers (106, 206) can receive an OFDM signal at a carrier frequency and down-convert the OFDM signal into an OFDM baseband signal through an (analog) oscillator and / or filter under the control of one or more processors (102, 202).

[0093] In an implementation of this specification, the UE may operate as a transmitting device in the uplink (UL; uplink) and as a receiving device in the downlink (DL; downlink). In an implementation of this specification, the base station may operate as a receiving device in the UL and as a transmitting device in the DL. For technical convenience, it is generally assumed that the first wireless device (100) operates as a UE and the second wireless device (200) operates as a base station. For example, a processor (102) connected to, mounted on, or released to the first wireless device (100) may be configured to perform UE operations according to an implementation of this specification or to control a transceiver (106) to perform UE operations according to an implementation of this specification. A processor (202) connected to, mounted on, or released to the second wireless device (200) may be configured to perform base station operations according to an implementation of this specification or to control a transceiver (206) to perform base station operations according to an implementation of this specification.

[0094] In this specification, the base station may be referred to as Node B, eNode B, or gNB.

[0095] FIG. 3 shows an example of a wireless device to which the implementation of the present specification applies.

[0096] Wireless devices can be implemented in various forms depending on the use example / service (see FIG. 1).

[0097] Referring to FIG. 3, the wireless device (100, 200) may correspond to the wireless device (100, 200) of FIG. 2 and may be composed of various components, devices / parts and / or modules. For example, each wireless device (100, 200) may include a communication device (110), a control device (120), a memory device (130), and additional components (140). The communication device (110) may include a communication circuit (112) and a transceiver (114). For example, the communication circuit (112) may include one or more processors (102, 202) of FIG. 2 and / or one or more memories (104, 204) of FIG. 2. For example, the transceiver (114) may include one or more transceivers (106, 206) of FIG. 2 and / or one or more antennas (108, 208) of FIG. 2. The control unit (120) is electrically connected to the communication device (110), the memory device (130), and the additional component (140) and controls the overall operation of each wireless device (100, 200). For example, the control unit (120) may control the electrical / mechanical operation of each wireless device (100, 200) based on a program / code / command / information stored in the memory device (130). The control device (120) can transmit information stored in the memory device (130) to an external (e.g., other communication device) via the communication device (110) through a wireless / wired interface, or store information received from an external (e.g., other communication device) via the communication device (110) through a wireless / wired interface in the memory device (130).

[0098] The additional component (140) can be configured in various ways depending on the type of wireless device (100, 200). For example, the additional component (140) may include at least one of a power device / battery, an input / output (I / O) device (e.g., audio I / O port, video I / O port), a driving device, and a computing device. The wireless device (100, 200) may be implemented in the form of, but is not limited to, a robot (100a in FIG. 1), a vehicle (100b-1 and 100b-2 in FIG. 1), an XR device (100c in FIG. 1), a portable device (100d in FIG. 1), a home appliance (100e in FIG. 1), an IoT device (100f in FIG. 1), a digital broadcasting terminal, a hologram device, a public safety device, an MTC device, a medical device, a fintech device (or financial device), a security device, a climate / environment device, an AI server / device (400 in FIG. 1), a base station (200 in FIG. 1), or a network node. The wireless device (100, 200) may be used in a mobile or fixed location depending on the use example / service.

[0099] In FIG. 3, the entirety of the various components, devices / parts and / or modules of the wireless device (100, 200) may be connected to each other via a wired interface, or at least some of them may be connected wirelessly via a communication device (110). For example, in each wireless device (100, 200), the control device (120) and the communication device (110) may be connected via a wire, and the control device (120) and the first device (e.g., 130 and 140) may be connected wirelessly via the communication device (110). Each component, device / part and / or module within the wireless device (100, 200) may further include one or more elements. For example, the control device (120) may be composed of one or more sets of processors. As an example, the control device (120) may be composed of a set of a communication control processor, an application processor (AP), an electronic control unit (ECU), a graphics processing unit, and a memory control processor. As another example, the memory device (130) may be composed of RAM, DRAM, ROM, flash memory, volatile memory, non-volatile memory and / or a combination thereof.

[0100] <NR에서의 동작 대역>

[0101] The operating band in NR is as follows.

[0102] The operating bands in Table 3 below are operating bands that have been refarmed from the LTE / LTE-A operating bands. These are called the FR1 bands.

[0103] NR Operating Band Uplink (UL) Operating Band Downlink (DL) Operating Band Duplex Mode F UL_low - F UL_high F DL_low - F DL_highn11920 MHz - 1980 MHz2110 MHz - 2170 MHzFDDn21850 MHz - 1910 MHz1930 MHz - 1990 MHzFDDn31710 MHz - 1785 MHz1805 MHz - 1880 MHzFDDn5824 MHz - 849 MHz869 MHz - 894 MHzFDDn72500 MHz - 2570 MHz2620 MHz - 2690 MHzFDDn8880 MHz - 915 MHz925 MHz - 960 MHzFDDn12699 MHz - 716 MHz729 MHz - 746 MHzFDDn20832 MHz - 862 MHz791 MHz - 821 MHzFDDn251850 MHz - 1915 MHz1930 MHz - 1995 MHzFDDn28703 MHz - 748 MHz758 MHz - 803 MHzFDDn342010 MHz - 2025 MHz2010 MHz - 2025 MHzTDDn382570 MHz - 2620 MHz2570 MHz - 2620 MHzTDDn391880 MHz - 1920 MHz1880 MHz - 1920 MHzTDDn402300 MHz - 2400 MHz2300 MHz - 2400 MHzTDDn412496 MHz - 2690 MHz2496 MHz - 2690 MHzTDDn501432 MHz - 1517 MHz1432 MHz - 1517 MHzTDD1n511427 MHz - 1432 MHz1427 MHz - 1432 MHzTDDn661710 MHz - 1780 MHz2110 MHz - 2200 MHzFDDn701695 MHz - 1710 MHz1995 MHz - 2020 MHzFDDn71663 MHz - 698 MHz617 MHz - 652 MHzFDDn741427 MHz - 1470 MHz1475 MHz - 1518 MHzFDDn75N / A1432 MHz - 1517 MHzSDLn76N / A1427 MHz - 1432 MHzSDLn773300 MHz - 4200 MHz3300 MHz - 4200MHzTDDn783300 MHz - 3800 MHz3300 MHz - 3800 MHzTDDn794400 MHz - 5000 MHz4400 MHz - 5000 MHzTDDn801710 MHz - 1785 MHzN / ASULn81880 MHz - 915 MHzN / ASULn82832 MHz - 862 MHzN / ASULn83703 MHz - 748 MHzN / ASULn841920 MHz - 1980 MHzN / ASULn861710 MHz - 1780 MHzN / ASUL

[0104] The table below shows the NR operating band defined at high frequencies. This is called the FR2 band.

[0105] NR Uplink (UL) Operation Downlink (DL) Operation Duplex Mode F UL_low - F UL_high F DL_low - F DL_high n25726500 MHz - 29500 MHz26500 MHz - 29500 MHzTDDn25824250 MHz - 27500 MHz24250 MHz - 27500 MHzTDDn25937000 MHz - 40000 MHz37000 MHz - 40000 MHzTDDn26037000 MHz - 40000 MHz37000 MHz - 40000 MHzFDDn26127500 MHz - 28350 MHz27500 MHz - 28350 MHzFDD

[0106] <6G System General>

[0107] The 6G (wireless communication) system aims for (i) very high data rates per device, (ii) a very large number of connected devices, (iii) global connectivity, (iv) very low latency, (v) reduced energy consumption of battery-free IoT devices, (vi) ultra-reliable connectivity, and (vii) connected intelligence with machine learning capabilities. The vision of the 6G system can be seen in four aspects: intelligent connectivity, deep connectivity, holographic connectivity, and ubiquitous connectivity, and the 6G system can satisfy the requirements shown in Table 5 below. In other words, Table 5 is a table showing an example of the requirements for a 6G system.

[0108] Per device peak data rate1 TbpsE2E latency1 msMaximum spectral efficiency100bps / HzMobility supportUp to 1000km / hrSatellite integrationFullyAIFullyAutonomous vehicleFullyXRFullyHaptic CommunicationFully

[0109] 6G systems can have key factors such as enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB), ultra-reliable low latency communications (URLLC), massive machine-type communication (mMTC), AI integrated communication, tactile internet, high throughput, high network capacity, high energy efficiency, low backhaul and access network congestion, and enhanced data security.

[0110] Figure 4 is a figure showing an example of a communication structure that can be provided in a 6G system.

[0111] 6G systems are expected to have 50 times higher simultaneous wireless connectivity than 5G wireless communication systems. URLLC, a key feature of 5G, will become an even more dominant technology in 6G communication by providing end-to-end latency of less than 1ms. Unlike the frequently used area spectrum efficiency, 6G systems will exhibit significantly superior volume spectrum efficiency. 6G systems can provide very long battery life and advanced battery technologies for energy harvesting, meaning mobile devices in 6G systems will not require separate charging. New network characteristics in 6G may include the following.

[0112] - Satellite Integrated Network: 6G is expected to be integrated with satellites to provide a global mobile population. Integrating terrestrial, satellite, and airborne networks into a single wireless communication system is crucial for 6G.

[0113] - Connected Intelligence: Unlike previous generations of wireless communication systems, 6G is innovative and will update wireless evolution from "connected things" to "connected intelligence." AI can be applied at each stage of the communication process (or at each step of the signal processing described below).

[0114] - Seamless integration of wireless information and energy transfer: 6G wireless networks will transfer power to charge the batteries of devices such as smartphones and sensors. Therefore, wireless information and energy transfer (WIET) will be integrated.

[0115] - Ubiquitous Super 3D Connectivity: Connectivity to the network and core network functions of drones and very low Earth orbit satellites will create Super 3D connectivity in 6G ubiquitous.

[0116] Some general requirements regarding the new network characteristics of 6G mentioned above may be as follows.

[0117] - Small cell networks: The idea of ​​small cell networks was introduced to improve the quality of received signals in cellular systems as a result of increased throughput, energy efficiency, and spectrum efficiency. Consequently, small cell networks are an essential feature of communication systems for 5G and beyond 5G (5GB). Therefore, 6G communication systems also adopt the characteristics of small cell networks.

[0118] - Ultra-dense heterogeneous network: Ultra-dense heterogeneous networks will be another important characteristic of 6G communication systems. Multi-tier networks composed of heterogeneous networks improve overall QoS and reduce costs.

[0119] - High-capacity backhaul: Backhaul connections are characterized as high-capacity backhaul networks to support high-volume traffic. High-speed fiber optics and free-space optics (FSO) systems can be possible solutions to this problem.

[0120] - Radar technology integrated with mobile technology: High-precision localization (or location-based services) through communication is one of the functions of 6G wireless communication systems. Therefore, radar systems will be integrated with 6G networks.

[0121] - Softwarization and virtualization: Softwarization and virtualization are two important features that form the basis of the design process in 5GB networks to ensure flexibility, reconfigurability, and programmability. Additionally, billions of devices can be shared across a shared physical infrastructure.

[0122] <Key Implementation Technologies of 6G Systems>

[0123] Artificial Intelligence

[0124] The most critical and newly introduced technology for 6G systems is AI. AI was not involved in 4G systems. 5G systems will support AI partially or to a very limited extent. However, 6G systems will be supported by AI for complete automation. Advancements in machine learning will create more intelligent networks for real-time communication in 6G. Introducing AI into communications can streamline and enhance real-time data transmission. AI can determine how complex target tasks are performed using numerous analyses. In other words, AI can increase efficiency and reduce processing latency.

[0125] Time-consuming tasks such as handover, network selection, and resource scheduling can be performed instantly by using AI. AI can also play a significant role in M2M, machine-to-human, and human-to-machine communication. Furthermore, AI can enable rapid communication in Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI). AI-based communication systems can be supported by metamaterials, intelligent structures, intelligent networks, intelligent devices, intelligent cognitive radios, self-sustaining wireless networks, and machine learning.

[0126] Recently, attempts to integrate AI with wireless communication systems have emerged, but these have primarily focused on the application and network layers, particularly deep learning in the field of wireless resource management and allocation. However, such research is increasingly advancing toward the MAC and physical layers, with attempts to combine deep learning with wireless transmission, particularly at the physical layer. AI-based physical layer transmission refers to the application of signal processing and communication mechanisms based on AI drivers rather than traditional communication frameworks in terms of fundamental signal processing and communication mechanisms. Examples include deep learning-based channel coding and decoding, deep learning-based signal estimation and detection, deep learning-based MIMO mechanisms, and AI-based resource scheduling and allocation.

[0127] Machine learning can be used for channel estimation and channel tracking, and for power allocation and interference cancellation in the physical layer of the downlink (DL). In addition, machine learning can be used for antenna selection, power control, and symbol detection in MIMO systems.

[0128] Machine learning refers to a series of operations for training machines to create machines capable of performing tasks that humans can or find difficult to do. Machine learning requires data and learning models. Data learning methods in machine learning can be broadly classified into three types: supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and reinforcement learning.

[0129] The purpose of neural network training is to minimize output errors. It is a process that repeatedly inputs training data into a neural network, calculates the error between the network's output and the target for the training data, and updates the weights of each node by backpropagating the error from the output layer to the input layer in a direction that reduces the error.

[0130] Supervised learning uses training data with correct answers labeled, whereas unsupervised learning may not have correct answers labeled. That is, for example, in the case of supervised learning regarding data classification, the training data may consist of data where each training data point is labeled with a category. Labeled training data is input into a neural network, and an error can be calculated by comparing the network's output (category) with the labels of the training data. The calculated error is backpropagated within the neural network (i.e., from the output layer to the input layer), and the connection weights of each node in each layer of the neural network can be updated according to this backpropagation. The amount of change in the connection weights of each node being updated can be determined by the learning rate. The neural network's calculations on the input data and the backpropagation of the error can constitute a learning cycle (epoch). The learning rate can be applied differently depending on the number of iterations of the neural network's learning cycle. For example, efficiency can be increased by using a high learning rate in the early stages of neural network training to enable the network to quickly achieve a certain level of performance, and accuracy can be improved by using a low learning rate in the later stages of training.

[0131] The learning method may vary depending on the characteristics of the data. For example, if the goal is to accurately predict data transmitted from the transmitting end at the receiving end in a communication system, it is desirable to perform learning using supervised learning rather than unsupervised learning or reinforcement learning.

[0132] A learning model corresponds to the human brain, and while the most basic linear model can be considered, a machine learning paradigm that uses highly complex neural network structures, such as artificial neural networks, as learning models is called deep learning.

[0133] The neural network cores used for learning methods are broadly classified into deep neural networks (DNN), convolutional deep neural networks (CNN), recurrent Boltzmann machines (RNN), and spiking neural networks (SNN).

[0134] THz Communication (Terahertz Communication)

[0135] Data transmission rates can be increased by expanding bandwidth. This can be achieved by using sub-THz communication with wide bandwidth and applying advanced large-scale MIMO technology. THz waves, also known as sub-millimeter radiation, generally refer to a frequency band between 0.1 THz and 10 THz with corresponding wavelengths ranging from 0.03 mm to 3 mm. The 100 GHz–300 GHz band range (Sub-THz band) is considered the primary portion of the THz band for cellular communication. Adding the Sub-THz band to the mmWave band increases 6G cellular communication capacity. Among the defined THz bands, the 300 GHz–3 THz band is located in the far-infrared (IR) frequency band. Although the 300 GHz–3 THz band is part of the broadband, it lies at the boundary of the broadband and immediately following the RF band. Therefore, this 300 GHz–3 THz band exhibits similarities to RF.

[0136] Figure 5 shows an example of an electromagnetic spectrum.

[0137] Key characteristics of THz communication include (i) widely available bandwidth to support very high data transmission rates, and (ii) high path loss occurring at high frequencies (highly directional antennas are indispensable). The narrow beam width generated by highly directional antennas reduces interference. The small wavelength of THz signals allows a much larger number of antenna elements to be integrated into devices and BSs operating in this band. This enables the use of advanced adaptive array technologies that can overcome range limitations.

[0138] Large-scale MIMO

[0139] One of the key technologies for improving spectrum efficiency is the application of MIMO technology. As MIMO technology improves, spectrum efficiency also improves. Therefore, large-scale MIMO technology will be important in 6G systems. Since MIMO technology utilizes multiple paths, multiplexing technology and beam generation and operation technology suitable for the THz band must also be given important consideration to enable data signals to be transmitted through one or more paths.

[0140] Hologram Beam Forming (HBF)

[0141] Beamforming is a signal processing procedure that adjusts an antenna array to transmit wireless signals in a specific direction. It is a subset of smart antennas or advanced antenna systems. Beamforming technology offers several advantages, such as a high signal-to-noise ratio, interference prevention and rejection, and high network efficiency. Holographic Beamforming (HBF) is a new beamforming method that differs significantly from MIMO systems because it utilizes software-defined antennas. HBF is expected to be a highly effective approach for the efficient and flexible transmission and reception of signals in multi-antenna communication devices in 6G.

[0142] Optical wireless technology

[0143] Optical wireless communication (OWC) is a form of optical communication that transmits signals using visible light, infrared (IR), or ultraviolet (UV). OWC operating in the visible light band (e.g., 390–750 nm) is generally referred to as Visible Light Communication (VLC). Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) can be utilized for VLC implementation. VLC can be used in various applications, including wireless local area networks, wireless personal communication networks, and vehicle networks.

[0144] VLC offers the following advantages over RF-based technologies. First, the spectrum occupied by VLC is in the free / unlicensed band and can provide extensive bandwidth (THz-level bandwidth). Second, VLC causes minimal interference to other electromagnetic devices. Therefore, VLC can be applied to sensitive electromagnetic interference applications, such as aircraft and hospitals. Third, VLC offers strengths in communication security and privacy protection. The transmission medium of VLC-based networks, namely visible light, cannot penetrate walls or other opaque obstacles. Consequently, the transmission range of VLC can be limited to indoors, thereby protecting users' personal and sensitive information. Fourth, since VLC can utilize lighting sources as base stations, expensive base stations are not required.

[0145] Free-space Optical Communication (FSO) is an optical communication technology that uses light propagating in free space, such as air, outer space, or a vacuum, to wirelessly transmit data for communication or computer networking. FSO can be used as a point-to-point OWC system on the ground. FSO can operate at near-infrared frequencies (750–1600 nm). Laser transmitters can be used for FSO implementation, and FSO can provide high data rates (e.g., 10 Gbit / s), offering a potential solution to backhaul bottlenecks.

[0146] These OWC technologies were planned for 6G communication in addition to RF-based communication for all possible device-to-access networks. These networks connect to network-to-backhaul / fronthaul network connections. Although OWC technologies have already been in use since 4G communication systems, they will be used more widely to meet the demands of 6G communication systems. OWC technologies such as light fidelity, visible light communication, optical camera communication, and broadband-based FSO communication are already well-known technologies. Communication based on optical radio technology can provide very high data rates, low latency, and secure communication.

[0147] LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) can also be utilized for ultra-high resolution 3D mapping in 6G communication based on wide bandwidth. LiDAR refers to a remote sensing method that measures distance by illuminating an object with near-infrared, visible, and ultraviolet light and detecting the reflected light through an optical sensor. LiDAR can be used for fully autonomous driving in automobiles.

[0148] FSO Backhaul Network

[0149] The transmitter and receiver characteristics of an FSO system are similar to those of a fiber optic network. Therefore, data transmission in an FSO system is similar to that of a fiber optic system. Consequently, FSO can be a good technology for providing backhaul connectivity in 6G systems in conjunction with fiber optic networks. Using FSO enables very long-distance communication over distances of more than 10,000 km. FSO supports high-capacity backhaul connectivity for remote and non-remote areas such as the ocean, space, underwater, and isolated islands. FSO also supports cellular backhaul connectivity.

[0150] Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN)

[0151] 6G systems integrate terrestrial and air networks to support vertically scalable user communications. 3D BS will be provided via low-orbit satellites and UAVs. By adding new dimensions in terms of altitude and associated degrees of freedom, 3D connectivity differs significantly from existing 2D networks. In NR, the Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) is considered as one method for this. An NTN refers to a network or network segment that utilizes RF resources mounted on a satellite (or UAS platform). There are two common scenarios for NTNs that provide access to user equipment: transparent payload and regenerative payload. The following are the basic elements of an NTN.

[0152] - One or more sat-gateways connecting NTN to a public data network

[0153] - GEO satellites are supplied by one or more satellite gateways deployed across a satellite target range (e.g., regional or continental range). We assume that the UEs in a cell are serviced by only one satellite gateway.

[0154] - Non-GEO satellites providing continuous service from one or more satellite gateways at a time. The system ensures service and feeder link continuity between continuous service satellite gateways with a time duration sufficient to perform mobility anchoring and handover.

[0155] - Feeder link or wireless link between the satellite gateway and the satellite (or UAS platform)

[0156] - Service link or wireless link between user equipment and satellite (or UAS platform).

[0157] - A satellite (or UAS platform) capable of implementing transparent or regenerative (including onboard processing) payloads. Satellite (or UAS platform) generated beams typically produce multiple beams for a designated service area based on the line of sight. The beam footprint is generally elliptical. The satellite (or UAS platform)'s line of sight depends on the onboard antenna diagram and the minimum elevation angle.

[0158] - Transparent payload: Radio frequency filtering, frequency conversion, and amplification. Therefore, the waveform signal repeated by the payload is not altered.

[0159] - Playback Payload: Radio frequency filtering, frequency conversion and amplification, demodulation / decoding, switching and / or routing, coding / modulation. This is virtually equivalent to equipping a satellite (or UAS platform) with all or part of the base station functions (e.g., gNB).

[0160] - For satellite deployments, Inter-Satellite Links (ISL) are optional. This requires a regenerative payload on the satellite. ISL can operate at RF frequencies or in the broadband.

[0161] - User equipment is serviced by a satellite (or UAS platform) within the target service area.

[0162] Generally, GEO satellites and UAS are used to provide continental, regional, or local services.

[0163] Generally, LEO and MEO constellations are used to provide services in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres. In some cases, constellations may provide global coverage, including the polar regions. For this to work, appropriate orbital inclination, a sufficiently generated beam, and inter-satellite links are required.

[0164] Quantum Communication

[0165] Quantum communication is a next-generation communication technology that applies quantum mechanical properties to the field of information and communications to overcome the limitations of existing technologies, such as security and ultra-high-speed computing. Quantum communication provides a means to generate, transmit, process, and store information that cannot be represented in the form of 0 and 1 based on binary bits used in conventional communication technologies, or that is difficult to represent. While conventional communication technologies utilize wavelength or amplitude for information transmission between a transmitter and a receiver, quantum communication, in contrast, utilizes photons—the smallest unit of light—for this purpose. In particular, since quantum uncertainty and quantum irreversibility can be applied to the polarization or phase difference of photons (light), quantum communication possesses the characteristic of enabling communication with guaranteed perfect security. Furthermore, under specific conditions, quantum communication may enable ultra-high-speed communication by utilizing quantum entanglement.

[0166] Cell-free Communication

[0167] The tight integration of multiple frequencies and heterogeneous communication technologies is crucial in 6G systems. Consequently, users can seamlessly move from one network to another without the need for any manual configuration on their devices. The best network among available communication technologies is automatically selected. This will break the limitations of the cellular concept in wireless communication. Currently, user movement from one cell to another causes excessive handovers in high-density networks, leading to handover failures, delays, data loss, and the "ping-pong" effect. 6G cell-free communication will overcome all of these issues and provide better QoS.

[0168] Cell-free communication is defined as a “system in which multiple geographically distributed access points (APs) cooperatively serve a small number of terminals using the same time and frequency resources with the help of a fronthaul network and a CPU.” A single terminal is served by a set of multiple APs, which is called an AP cluster. There are various ways to form an AP cluster; among them, the method of configuring an AP cluster with APs that can significantly contribute to improving the terminal's reception performance is called terminal-centric clustering. When using this method, the configuration is dynamically updated as the terminal moves. By introducing this terminal-centric AP clustering technique, the terminal is always located at the center of the AP cluster, thereby becoming free from inter-cluster interference that can occur when a terminal is located at the boundary of the AP cluster. This cell-free communication will be achieved through multi-connectivity and multi-tier hybrid technologies, as well as heterogeneous radios used by different devices.

[0169] Integration of Wireless Information and Energy Transfer (WIET)

[0170] WIET uses the same fields and waves as wireless communication systems. In particular, sensors and smartphones will be charged using wireless power transmission during communication. WIET is a promising technology for extending the lifespan of wireless battery charging systems. Therefore, devices without batteries will be supported in 6G communication.

[0171] Integration of Wireless Communication and Sensing

[0172] Autonomous wireless networks are capable of continuously detecting dynamically changing environmental conditions and exchanging information between different nodes. In 6G, sensing will be tightly integrated with communication to support autonomous systems.

[0173] Integrated Access and Backhaul Network

[0174] In 6G, the density of access networks will be enormous. Each access network will be connected via backhaul connections such as fiber optics and FSO networks. To cope with a very large number of access networks, there will be tight integration between access and backhaul networks.

[0175] Big Data Analysis

[0176] Big data analysis is a complex process for analyzing various large-scale data sets or big data. This process ensures perfect data management by uncovering information such as hidden data, unknown correlations, and customer preferences. Big data is collected from various sources, such as video, social networks, images, and sensors. This technology is widely used to process vast amounts of data in 6G systems.

[0177] Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface

[0178] Numerous studies have been conducted that treat the wireless environment, along with transmitters and receivers, as a variable to be optimized. To emphasize the fundamental difference between wireless environments created through this approach and past design and optimization standards, they are referred to as Smart Radio Environments (SRE) or Intelligent Radio Environments (IRE). Regarding reconfigurable intelligent antenna (or intelligent reconfigurable antenna technology) as a technology for realizing SRE, various terms have been proposed, such as Reconfigurable Metasurfaces, Smart Large Intelligent Surfaces (SLIS), Large Intelligent Surfaces (LIS), Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface (RIS), and Intelligent Reflecting Surface (IRS).

[0179] THz band signals exhibit strong directivity, which can lead to numerous dead zones caused by obstacles. Consequently, RIS technology becomes crucial as it allows for the expansion of communication coverage, enhanced communication stability, and the provision of additional value-added services by installing RIS systems near these dead zones. An RIS is an artificial surface made of electromagnetic materials capable of altering the propagation of incoming and outgoing radio waves. While RIS may appear to be an extension of massive MIMO, it differs from massive MIMO in its array structure and operational mechanism. Furthermore, RIS offers the advantage of low power consumption because it operates as a reconfigurable reflector with passive elements—meaning it reflects signals passively without using an active RF chain. Additionally, since each passive reflector in the RIS must independently adjust the phase shift of the incident signal, this can be advantageous for wireless communication channels. By appropriately adjusting the phase shift through the RIS controller, the reflected signal can be collected at the target receiver to boost the received signal power.

[0180] There are also RISs that can control transmission and refraction characteristics as well as reflect wireless signals, and such RISs are mainly used for O2I (Outdoor to Indoor). Recently, STAR-RIS (Simultaneous Transmission and Reflection RIS), which provides transmission and reflection simultaneously, is also being actively researched.

[0181] Metaverse

[0182] Metaverse is a compound word formed from 'Meta,' meaning virtual or transcendent, and 'Universe,' meaning the universe. Generally, the term metaverse is used to mean something like 'a three-dimensional virtual space where social and economic activities similar to those in the real world are prevalent.'

[0183] Extended Reality (XR), a core technology for implementing the metaverse, can expand real-world experiences and provide a unique sense of immersion through the convergence of the virtual and the real. The high bandwidth and low latency of 6G networks enable users to experience Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) with enhanced immersion.

[0184] Autonomous Driving (Self-driving)

[0185] For perfect autonomous driving, vehicles must communicate with each other to alert one another to dangerous situations, or communicate with infrastructure such as parking lots and traffic lights to verify information like parking locations and signal change times. V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything), a core element of building autonomous driving infrastructure, is a technology that enables vehicles to communicate and share with various elements on the road to perform autonomous driving, including wireless communication between vehicles (V2V) and between vehicles and infrastructure (V2I).

[0186] Fast transmission speeds and low-latency technologies are essential to maximize the performance of autonomous driving and ensure high safety. Furthermore, as the amount of information to be transmitted and received increases significantly in the future—moving beyond the level of delivering warning or guidance messages to the driver to actively intervene in vehicle operation and directly control the vehicle in dangerous situations—it is expected that 6G will be able to maximize autonomous driving through faster transmission speeds and lower latency than 5G.

[0187] Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)

[0188] Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or drones will become a critical element in 6G wireless communication. In most cases, high-speed data wireless connectivity is provided using UAV technology. BS entities are installed on UAVs to provide cellular connectivity. UAVs possess specific capabilities not found in fixed BS infrastructure, such as easy deployment, robust line-of-sight links, and controlled degrees of freedom for mobility. During emergencies, such as natural disasters, the deployment of ground communication infrastructure is not economically feasible, and sometimes services cannot be provided in volatile environments. UAVs can easily handle these situations. UAVs will become a new paradigm in the field of wireless communication. This technology facilitates the three fundamental requirements of wireless networks: eMBB, URLLC, and mMTC. UAVs can also support various purposes, such as enhancing network connectivity, fire detection, disaster emergency services, security and surveillance, pollution monitoring, parking monitoring, and accident monitoring. Therefore, UAV technology is recognized as one of the most critical technologies for 6G communication.

[0189] Blockchain

[0190] Blockchain will become a critical technology for managing massive amounts of data in future communication systems. As a form of distributed ledger technology, a distributed ledger is a database distributed across numerous nodes or computing devices. Each node replicates and stores an identical copy of the ledger. Blockchain is managed via a peer-to-peer (P2P) network and can exist without being managed by a centralized authority or server. Data in a blockchain is collected together and organized into blocks. These blocks are linked together and protected using encryption. Blockchain inherently complements large-scale IoT perfectly through enhanced interoperability, security, privacy, stability, and scalability. Therefore, blockchain technology provides various capabilities such as inter-device interoperability, large-scale data traceability, autonomous interaction with other IoT systems, and the large-scale connectivity stability of 6G communication systems.

[0191] <Random Access Channel (RACH) 절차>

[0192] FIGS. 6a through 6e illustrate an example of a RACH procedure applicable to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0193] With reference to FIGS. 6a through 6e, a RACH procedure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is described. The embodiment of FIGS. 6a through 6e may be combined with various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0194] In one embodiment of the present disclosure, where RF requirements (e.g., Tx RF performance requirements and / or Rx RF performance requirements) are described, the UE may satisfy these RF requirements. For example, the UE may be tested to satisfy the RF requirements (e.g., Tx RF performance requirements and / or Rx RF performance requirements) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, a UE satisfying these RF requirements may perform a RACH procedure. When the UE transmits a message, data, signaling, etc. to a gNB, the UE satisfies the Tx RF performance requirements described in the first embodiment of this specification. When the UE receives a message, data, signaling, etc. from a gNB, the UE satisfies the Rx RF performance requirements described in the first embodiment of this specification.

[0195] To connect a UE to a 5G network, the UE and the 5G network must be synchronized in the uplink and downlink. Downlink synchronization is performed when the UE successfully decodes the SSB transmitted by the gNB. To establish uplink synchronization and an RRC connection, the UE must perform the RACH random access procedure.

[0196] Two types of random access procedures are supported. The two types of random access procedures are a 4-stage Random Access (RA) type using MSG1 and a 2-stage RA type using MSGA.

[0197] The two types of RA procedures can support Contention Based Random Access (CBRA) and Contention Free Random Access (CFRA), respectively, as shown in Figures 6a through 6e below. The UE can select the random access type when starting the random access procedure according to the network configuration.

[0198] Referring to Figures 6a and 6c, a four-step RA type using MSG1 is described.

[0199] The MSG1 of the 4-step RA type includes a PRACH preamble. The UE transmits the MSG1. After the UE transmits the MSG1, the UE monitors the network for a response within a set period.

[0200] In the case of a CBRA according to the example of Fig. 6a, when the UE receives a random access response (MSG2) from the gNB, the UE can transmit MSG3 using a UL grant scheduled by the response message. The UE can then monitor contention resolution. If contention resolution is not successful even after MSG3 (re)transmission, the UE performs MSG1 transmission again.

[0201] In the case of CFRA according to the example of Fig. 6c, a dedicated preamble for transmitting MSG1 is allocated by the network. The gNB transmits the RA preamble allocation to the UE. The UE transmits MSG1 containing the random access preamble to the gNB. When the UE receives a random access response from the network, it terminates the random access procedure.

[0202] Referring to FIGS. 6b, 6d, and 6e, a two-stage RA type is described. The MSGA of the two-stage RA type includes a random access preamble of PRACH and a PUSCH payload. After the UE transmits the MSGA, the UE monitors the response of the network within a set window.

[0203] In the case of a CBRA according to the example of Fig. 6b, if the UE successfully resolves a race after receiving a network response (e.g., MSGB), the UE terminates the random access procedure. If a fallback indication is received within MSGB, the UE performs an MSG3 transmission using the UL grant reserved in the fallback indication as in Fig. 6e and monitors race resolution. If the resolution is not successful after the MSG3 (re)transmission, the UE performs an MSGA transmission again.

[0204] In the case of CFRA according to the example of Fig. 6d, the UE can receive an RA preamble allocation and a PUSCH allocation from the gNB. Then, dedicated preamble and PUSCH resources can be set for MSGA transmission. The UE transmits MSGA. When the UE receives a network response, the UE terminates the random access procedure.

[0205] If the random access procedure of the 2-stage RA type is not completed even after several MSGA transfers, the UE may be configured to switch to the CBRA of the 4-stage RA type.

[0206] Various examples of some procedures and / or technical specifications related to the present disclosure are as follows. For the various examples below, standard documents may also be referenced.

[0207] In NR-based communication systems, unlike LTE-based communication systems, the Always-on signal is significantly reduced. For example, in LTE, the base station always transmitted the CRS. In contrast, in NR, the base station can transmit the SSB based on a period of at least 5ms to a maximum of 160ms, based on the NW settings.

[0208] As the number of Always-on signals that can always be transmitted regardless of traffic decreases, NR-based communication systems have achieved superior power saving benefits in terms of networking compared to LTE-based communication systems.

[0209] Nevertheless, even in NR-based communication systems, there was a disadvantage in that the SSB settings could not be changed based on the presence or absence of a terminal and / or traffic. For example, when a terminal is not present in a cell, or even when a terminal is present but there is no traffic and the terminal is in the RRC_IDLE / INACTIVE state, the base station may periodically transmit SSBs and consume power.

[0210] For reference, in this disclosure, the term terminal may be used with the same meaning as UE.

[0211] If, in NR-based communication, the base station can turn the SSB on / off as needed or change the SSB cycle more dynamically, it will be possible to obtain greater power saving benefits from a network perspective.

[0212] To obtain the aforementioned benefits, an on-demand SSB (OD-SSB) is being discussed. In the disclosure of this specification, on-demand SSB, OD-SSB, on-demand SSB, OD SSB, and on demand SSB may all be used as terms with the same meaning.

[0213] Specifically, 3GPP is discussing on-demand SSB (OD-SSB) as a method of instructing a terminal on the presence or absence of an SSB transmitted from a secondary cell (SCell). Referring to Figure 7 below, examples of assumptions and / or scenarios regarding on-demand SSB will be explained in more detail.

[0214] The following drawings are made to illustrate a specific example of the present specification. The names of specific devices or specific signals / messages / fields described in the drawings are presented as examples, and therefore the technical features of the present specification are not limited to the specific names used in the following drawings.

[0215] FIG. 7 shows an example of an OD-SSB according to one embodiment of the disclosure of the present specification.

[0216] The example in Fig. 7 is an example of a scenario in which an on-demand SSB is transmitted.

[0217] In the example of FIG. 7, an OD-SSB indication is illustrated. The OD-SSB indication may be interpreted as an OD-SSB instruction. The OD-SSB indication may also be referred to as information related to OD-SSB. Hereinafter, OD-SSB indication, information related to OD-SSB, OD-SSB information, OD-SSB instruction, OD-SSB activation instruction, OD-SSB activation information, and information related to OD-SSB activation may all be described using terms with the same meaning.

[0218] The terminal may receive an OD-SSB indication from the network. For example, the serving cell may transmit an OD-SSB indication to the terminal. For reference, in the disclosure of this specification, the term terminal may be used interchangeably with User Equipment (UE).

[0219] Referring to FIG. 7, the terminal can receive SCell settings from the NW. For example, the terminal can receive SCell-related settings from the PCell. When the terminal receives SCell settings from the NW, the terminal can receive OD-SSB instructions. For example, a base station (e.g., PCell) can transmit OD-SSB instructions to the terminal.

[0220] In this situation, the terminal may not expect to detect or measure the OD-SSB before receiving the OD-SSB instruction. For example, the terminal may not expect to receive the OD-SSB before receiving the OD-SSB instruction.

[0221] The terminal may receive instructions for an OD-SSB based on a Medium Access Control Element (MAC-CE) or Radio Resource Control (RRC) setting (or RRC signaling). For example, the terminal may receive a MAC-CE containing an OD-SSB indication or an RRC message containing an OD-SSB indication.

[0222] If the terminal receives an instruction for an OD-SSB based on MAC-CE or RRC settings, the terminal may perform detection or measurement of the OD-SSB. The terminal may also receive information related to the period and / or frequency associated with the OD-SSB (e.g., information about the frequency at which the OD-SSB is transmitted) in advance prior to the OD-SSB instruction (e.g., before the terminal receives the OD-SSB instruction). For example, a network (e.g., PCell) may transmit information related to the period and / or frequency associated with the OD-SSB (e.g., information about the frequency at which the OD-SSB is transmitted) to the terminal.

[0223] In some implementations, for OD-SSB, a non-cell defining SSB (NCD-SSB) may be assumed. For example, OD-SSB may be based on NCD-SSB.

[0224] In some implementations, the center frequency of the SSB may not be located in the sync raster used by existing terminals.

[0225] Case 1 and Case 2 illustrated in FIG. 7 are described below. Case 1 and Case 2 are examples of scenarios in which OD-SSB is used. The manner in which OD-SSB is used is not limited to Case 1 and Case 2.

[0226] In Case 1 of FIG. 7, the terminal may not receive an Always-on SSB (AO-SSB, or default SSB, or reference SSB) from (or in relation to) the SCell. In this case, the terminal may not expect to detect and measure an SSB before receiving an OD-SSB instruction. For example, before receiving an OD-SSB, the terminal may not expect to detect and / or measure an SSB in relation to the SCell. If the terminal receives an OD-SSB instruction in Case 1, the terminal may receive the OD-SSB. For example, if the terminal receives an OD-SSB instruction, the terminal may receive the OD-SSB after a given period of time.

[0227] For example, the network can obtain power saving benefits by initiating SSB transmission (e.g., OD-SSB transmission) only when necessary.

[0228] For reference, in the disclosure of this specification, Always-on SSB, AO-SSB, default SSB, or reference SSB may all be used as terms with the same meaning. AO-SSB may refer to a conventional SSB that is always transmitted in a network. For example, the following description may apply to an AO-SSB (e.g., first SSB). Based on the frequency position provided by the absoluteFrequencySSB on the SCell, the transmission of the first SS / PBCH block (SSB) to the UE may be indicated.

[0229] In Case 2 of Fig. 7, the terminal may receive an AO-SSB from the SCell (or in relation to the SCell). For reference, the AO-SSB may be a cell defining SSB (CD-SSB) or an NCD-SSB. The center frequency of the AO-SSB may exist above the sync raster (or be located on the sync raster). The terminal may detect the AO-SSB based on a set period (e.g., a period related to the AO-SSB). For example, the terminal may detect the SCell's SO-SSB based on a set period. The NW may wish to use an OD-SSB as needed. In this case, the NW (e.g., PCell) may transmit an OD-SSB instruction to the terminal. If the NW wishes to send SSBs more frequently as needed, the NW may transmit an OD-SSB instruction. For example, in this case, the NW may transmit an OD-SSB instruction to the terminal. When a terminal receives an OD-SSB instruction, the terminal may receive the OD-SSB. For example, when a terminal receives an OD-SSB instruction, the terminal may receive the OD-SSB after a given period of time.

[0230] For example, a network (e.g., PCell) can transmit SSB (e.g., OD-SSB) at long intervals and, if necessary, change the SSB transmission to be more dense (e.g., change the SBB transmission interval to be shorter) to obtain power saving benefits.

[0231] However, according to the prior art, there is a problem in that the terminal is not supported to perform measurements based on always-on SSB and / or on-demand SSB.

[0232] Referring to Fig. 8, an example of SSB adaptation is explained.

[0233] The following drawings are made to illustrate a specific example of the present specification. The names of specific devices or specific signals / messages / fields described in the drawings are presented as examples, and therefore the technical features of the present specification are not limited to the specific names used in the following drawings.

[0234] FIG. 8 shows an example of SSB adaptation according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0235] To gain power consumption, a method in which the NW dynamically changes the period of the SSB is also being discussed. As shown in the example in Fig. 8, the terminal can receive an SSB adaptation indication at a certain point in time. In this case, the terminal can receive the SSB based on the changed period.

[0236] The terminal can receive an SSB adaptation indication for an SSB transmitted from a Primary Cell (PCell) and / or a Secondary Cell (SCell). The PCell and / or SCell can transmit the SSB adaptation indication to the terminal.

[0237] Explains an example of the Layer 1 Reference Signal Received Power (L1-RSRP) measurement requirement.

[0238] The terminal can perform L1-RSRP measurements while in the RRC Connected state. For example, an example of an operation related to L1-RSRP measurements performed by the terminal in the RRC Connected state is described.

[0239] For example, the terminal may receive settings related to measurement from the network. In this case, the terminal may perform L1-RSRP measurements based on the CSI-RS and / or SSB configured for L1-RSRP. The terminal may perform measurements for serving cells including PCells, Primary Secondary Cells (PSCells), and / or SCells. For example, the terminal may perform L1-RSRP measurements based on resources configured for L1-RSRP within an active BWP.

[0240] For example, the terminal can measure all Channel State Information-Reference Signal (CSI-RS) and / or SSB resources of the nzp-CSI-RS-ResourceSet and / or csi-SSB-ResourceSet configured in the BWP enabled for L1-RSRP based on the CSI-ResourceConfig setting. The CSI-ResourceConfig may be a setting related to CSI resources.

[0241] For example, the Information Element (IE) CSI-ResourceConfig may define one or more groups of NZP-CSI-RS-ResourceSet, CSI-IM-ResourceSet, and / or CSI-SSB-ResourceSet. For example, nzp-CSI-RS-ResourceSet may be a configuration related to a resource set associated with non-zero power (nzp)-CSI-RS. nzp-CSI-RS-ResourceSet may contain a reference list for NZP CSI-RS resources used for beam measurement and reporting within the CSI-RS resource set. For example, csi-SSB-ResourceSet may contain a resource set associated with CSI-SSB. csi-SSB-ResourceSet may contain a reference list for SSB resources used for CSI measurement and reporting within the CSI-RS resource set. Regarding these parameters, 3GPP TS 38.331 V18.3.0 may be referenced.

[0242] For example, the terminal may transmit measurement results to a network (e.g., a base station). For example, the terminal may transmit a measurement quantity report (reportQuantity). For example, the terminal may transmit periodic, semi-static, or non-periodic reports based on the reportConfigType within the CSI-ReportConfig in the active BWP. For example, reportQuantity may include CSI-related figures to be reported. For example, CSI-ReportConfig may be a configuration related to CSI reporting. For example, reportConfigType may be information related to the time-domain operation of the report configuration. Regarding these parameters, 3GPP TS 38.331 V18.3.0 may be referenced.

[0243] For example, regarding SSB-based L1-RSRP reporting, the following description may apply. For example, the physical layer of the terminal must be able to report L1-RSRP measured during the measurement period TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB.

[0244] For example, examples of L1-RSRP measurement periods (e.g., TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB) for FR1 and FR2, respectively, are shown in Tables 6 and 7.

[0245] SettingTL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB(ms)non- Discontinuous Reception (DRX)max(T Report , ceil(M*P)*T SSB )DRX Cycle ≤ 320ms max(T Report , ceil(K *M*P)*max(T DRX ,T SSB ))DRX Cycle > 320msceil(M*P)*T DRX Note 1: T SSB = ssb-periodicityServingCell is the periodicity of the SSB-Index configured for L1-RSRP measurement. T DRX is the DRX cycle length. T Report is the period set for reporting. Note 2: K = 1 (T SSB ≤ 40 ms and highSpeedMeasFlag-r16 or highSpeedMeasCA-Scell-r17 is set); otherwise K 1.5. Note 3: If highSpeedMeasFlag-r16 is set, the requirements apply to UEs that support measurementEnhancement-r16, or intraNR-MeasurementEnhancement-r16, or measurementEnhancementCA-r17.

[0246] The example in Table 6 is an example of the measurement period TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB for FR1.

[0247] For example, highSpeedMeasFlag-r16 may contain information related to high-speed measurements. measurementEnhancement-r16 may contain information related to enhanced measurements. intraNR-MeasurementEnhancement-r16 may contain information related to enhanced measurements related to intra-NR measurements. measurementEnhancementCA-r17 may contain information related to enhanced measurements related to CA. Regarding these parameters, 3GPP TS 38.331 V18.3.0 may be referenced.

[0248] SettingTL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB(ms)non-DRXmax(T Report , ceil(M*P*N)*T SSB )DRX Cycle ≤ 320ms max(T Report , ceil(1.5*M*P*N)*max(T DRX ,T SSB ))DRX Cycle > 320msceil(1.5*M*P*N)*T DRX Note: T SSB = ssb-periodicityServingCell is the periodicity of the SSB-Index configured for L1-RSRP measurement. T DRX is the DRX cycle length. T Report is the period set for reporting.

[0249] The example in Table 7 is an example of the measurement period TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB for FR2.

[0250] In the examples of Tables 6 and 7, M is 1 if the upper layer parameter timeRestrictionForChannelMeasurement is set, and M is 3 otherwise. P may be a parameter determined by the measurement gap and the period of SMTC (SSB measurement timing configuration).

[0251] For this measurement, the time during which the accuracy of the signal strength measured by the terminal is guaranteed can be defined as the time related to the measurement (e.g., the measurement interval). The terminal must complete the measurement within that time (e.g., the time related to the measurement) so that it can report based on the established reference accuracy. For example, measurements performed by the terminal within the measurement interval must satisfy the accuracy requirements. For example, referring to 3GPP TS 38.133 V18.6.0 S10.1.2.1.1, measurements related to SSB performed by the terminal must satisfy an accuracy of ±4.5 dB.

[0252] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, OD-SSB may be configured for a terminal or SSB adaptation may be configured. For example, a network (e.g., a base station) may transmit configuration information related to OD-SSB to the terminal, and / or transmit information related to SSB adaptation (e.g., an SSB adaptation indication) to the terminal.

[0253] In the following, examples of terminal operations related to L1-RSRP measurement are described for terminals where OD-SSB is configured or SSB adaptation is configured. For example, examples of terminal operations related to L1-RSRP measurement may be applied to L1-Signal-to-Noise plus Interference Ratio (SINR) measurement, beam failure detection, and / or candidate beam detection operations.

[0254] If OD-SSB is configured, the terminal may also perform L1-RSRP measurements.

[0255] The terminal may receive only the OD-SSB. In this case (e.g., see Case 1 in FIG. 7), the terminal can measure L1-RSRP based on the period of the OD-SSB. For example, the terminal can measure the OD-SSB during a measurement period (e.g., measure L1-RSRP based on the OD-SSB). The terminal can report the measurement details (e.g., measurement results such as measured values) to the network. Examples of measurement periods are shown in Tables 8 and 9.

[0256] SettingTL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB(ms)non-DRXmax(T Report , ceil(M*P)*T SSB )DRX Cycle ≤ 320ms max(T Report , ceil(K *M*P)*max(T DRX ,T SSB ))DRX Cycle > 320msceil(M*P)*T DRX Note 1: T SSB = This is the periododicity of the SSB-Index set for L1-RSRP measurement within the activated OD-SSB. T DRX is the DRX cycle length. T Report is the period set for reporting. Note 2: Same as Note 2 in Table 6. Note 3: Same as Note 3 in Table 6.

[0257] Table 8 is an example of a measurement period for FR1 (e.g., TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB). The measurement period in Table 8 can be applied based on the OD-SSB setting. For example, if the OD-SSB is set for a terminal, the measurement period for FR1 in Table 8 can be applied.

[0258] ConfigurationTL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB(ms)non-DRXmax(T Report , ceil(M*P*N)*T SSB )DRX Cycle ≤ 320ms max(T Report , ceil(1.5*M*P*N)*max(T DRX ,T SSB ))DRX Cycle > 320msceil(1.5*M*P*N)*T DRX Note: T SSB = This is the periododicity of the SSB-Index set for L1-RSRP measurement within the activated OD-SSB. T DRX is the DRX cycle length. T Report is the period set for reporting.

[0259] Table 9 is an example of a measurement period for FR2 (e.g., TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB). The measurement period in Table 9 can be applied based on the OD-SSB setting. For example, if the OD-SSB is set for a terminal, the measurement period for FR2 in Table 9 can be applied.

[0260] Meanwhile, the terminal may receive both AO-SSB and OD-SSB. For example, if the terminal receives both AO-SSB and OD-SSB (e.g., see Case 2 in FIG. 7), the terminal may measure L1-RSRP based on OD-SSB, or based on AO-SSB and OD-SSB.

[0261] For example, if the terminal performs a measurement using only OD-SSB, the terminal may perform and report the measurement during a measurement interval such as Case 1 (e.g., Table 8, Table 9).

[0262] For example, a terminal may measure using both AO-SSB and OD-SSB. In this case, the terminal may satisfy at least one of the conditions of the same sub-carrier spacing (SCS), the same spatial filter, the same Resource Block (RB), or the Component Carrier (CC). For example, the AO-SSB and OD-SSB received by the terminal may satisfy at least one of the conditions of the same sub-carrier spacing (SCS), the same spatial filter, the same RB, or the same CC.

[0263] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, FIGS. 9a and 9b illustrate an example in which a terminal performs an L1-RSRP measurement operation using both AO-SSB and OD-SSB.

[0264] In the following examples, it may be assumed that the number of SSB bursts required for L1-RSRP measurement of the terminal is 3. However, this is merely an example for illustrative purposes and the number of SSB bursts required for L1-RSRP measurement is not limited to 3. For example, within the scope of the present disclosure, the number of SSB bursts required for L1-RSRP measurement may be less than 3 or greater than 3.

[0265] The following drawings are made to illustrate a specific example of the present specification. The names of specific devices or specific signals / messages / fields described in the drawings are presented as examples, and therefore the technical features of the present specification are not limited to the specific names used in the following drawings.

[0266] FIGS. 9a and FIGS. 9b illustrate examples of measurements according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0267] FIGS. 9a and 9b are examples of L1-RSRP measurements. FIGS. 9a and 9b illustrate Examples 1 through 6.

[0268] Referring to FIGS. 9a and 9b, in Example 1, the period of the AO-SSB may be 40 ms, and the period of the OD-SSB may be 160 ms. To perform an L1-RSRP measurement, the terminal may need to measure three SSB bursts. For this, three AO-SSB periods are required. In Example 1, since the transmission frequency of the OD-SSB is too small compared to the transmission frequency of the AO-SSB, it may be difficult to use the OD-SSB for the measurement. Depending on the implementation, the terminal may or may not use the OD-SSB for the measurement.

[0269] Referring to FIGS. 9a and 9b, in Example 2, the period of the AO-SSB may be 40 ms and the period of the OD-SSB may be 80 ms. The terminal may need to measure three SSB bursts to perform L1-RSRP measurement. For this purpose, two AO-SSB periods are required in Example 2. For example, the AO-SSB may be transmitted at 0 ms, 40 ms, and 80 ms, and the OD-SSB may be transmitted at 20 ms and 100 ms. In this case, the terminal may measure L1-RSRP at 0 ms, 20 ms, and 40 ms. For example, the terminal may perform L1-RSRP measurement based on the AO-SSB received at 0 ms, the OD-SSB received at 20 ms, and the AO-SSB received at 40 ms. In the case of Example 2, the measurement interval required by the terminal can be reduced to at least two-thirds compared to the measurement interval when measured based only on AO-SSB.

[0270] Referring to FIGS. 9a and 9b, in Example 3, the period of the AO-SSB may be 40 ms, and the period of the OD-SSB may be 40 ms. To perform L1-RSRP measurement, the terminal may need to measure three SSB bursts. For this purpose, 1.5 AO-SSB periods are required in Example 3. For example, in Example 3, the AO-SSB may be transmitted at 0 ms, 40 ms, and 80 ms, and the OD-SSB may be transmitted at 20 ms, 60 ms, and 100 ms. In this case, the terminal can measure L1-RSRP at 0 ms, 20 ms, and 40 ms. For example, the terminal can perform L1-RSRP measurement based on the AO-SSB received at 0 ms, the OD-SSB received at 20 ms, and the AO-SSB received at 40 ms. In the case of Example 3, the measurement interval required by the terminal can be reduced by at least half compared to the measurement interval when measuring based only on AO-SSB.

[0271] For example, regarding the reduction of the measurement interval to two-thirds in Example 2 and the reduction of the measurement interval to one-half in Example 3, it may be considered whether the required number of SSBs is consistently included within the measurement interval. If the required number of SSBs in Example 1 is 3, the measurement interval can be assumed to be 120ms. In this case, 3 SSBs may be periodically included within the 120ms measurement interval. If the required number of SSBs in Example 2 is 3, and the measurement interval is assumed to be half of 120ms, 3 SSBs may not be periodically included. Specifically, 2 AO-SSBs and 1 OD-SSB may be included within the first 60ms, but 1 AO-SSB and 1 OD-SSB may be included within the next 60ms. Therefore, assuming a measurement interval of approximately 80ms, which is about two-thirds of the 120ms measurement interval in example 1, three SSBs can be periodically included within the measurement interval in example 2. In example 3, if three SSBs are required, the measurement interval can be assumed to be 60ms, which is half of 120ms. In this case, three SSBs can be periodically included within the 60ms measurement interval.

[0272] In Example 5, the period of the AO-SSB is four times the period of the OD-SSB. In Example 6, the period of the AO-SSB is eight times the period of the OD-SSB. In cases like Example 5 and / or Example 6, the period of the AO-SSB is much longer than the period of the OD-SSB, so the AO-SSB burst may appear to be transmitted more sparsly than the OD-SSB burst. Therefore, since the OD-SSB is received more frequently from the perspective of the terminal, the terminal may measure L1-RSRP based on the OD-SSB period. In such cases, depending on the implementation, the terminal may or may not use the AO-SSB for measurement. For example, the terminal may perform L1-RSRP measurement based on both the OD-SSB and AO-SSB, or perform L1-RSRP measurement based on the OD-SSB.

[0273] Based on the embodiments illustrated in FIGS. 9a and 9b, the terminal may determine whether to include either the AO-SSB or OD-SSB SSB for measurement and / or shorten the measurement interval based on the ratio of the period of the AO-SSB to the period of the OD-SSB.

[0274] Based on the above example described with reference to FIGS. 9a and 9b, the measurement operation of the terminal will be explained in more detail below.

[0275] In the following examples, the measurement interval of the terminal may be determined based on the ratio of the AO-SSB period and the OD-SSB period.

[0276] In some implementations, the ratio of the AO-SSB cycle to the OD-SSB cycle is T AO-SSB / T OD-SSB<= Y may be a number less than 1. For example, Y may be 1 / 4. In this case, the transmission frequency of OD-SSB is too low compared to the transmission frequency of AO-SSB, so it may be difficult to use OD-SSB for measurement. In this case, depending on the implementation, the terminal may or may not include OD-SSB in the measurement. In this case, the measurement interval may be as shown in Table 1 and Table 2.

[0277] In some implementations, the ratio of the AO-SSB cycle to the OD-SSB cycle is Y <T AO-SSB / T OD-SSB <= X can be a number greater than Y. For example, X can be 1. In this case, the terminal may use both AO-SSB and OD-SSB for measurement. If the terminal performs measurement based on both AO-SSB and OD-SSB, the measurement interval may be shortened. For example, the shortening of the measurement interval (e.g., the reduction of the measurement interval) may be expressed by a coefficient α related to the reduction of the required measurement interval.

[0278] In the present disclosure, the coefficient α may have a value less than 1. Based on the AO-SSB period and / or OD-SSB period, the value of the coefficient α may change (e.g., may be determined).

[0279] For example, the SSB period used in the measurement interval may be the OD-SSB period. In this case, T AO-SSB / T OD-SSB If = 1 / 2, α can be 2 / 3. T AO-SSB / T OD-SSB If =1, α can be 1 / 2. In other cases, α can be 1.

[0280] In some implementations, T AO-SSB / T OD-SSB If =2, α could be 1 / 2.

[0281] In the examples of Tables 10 through 13 below, α represents a coefficient related to the reduction of the required measurement interval, but this is merely an example. Unlike the method involving α in the examples of Tables 10 through 13, the reduction of the measurement interval may be expressed as a change in the values ​​of M, P, and / or N of the measurement interval. Alternatively, unlike the method involving α in the examples of Tables 10 through 13, the reduction of the measurement interval may be expressed in relation to the SSB period.

[0282] In various examples of the present disclosure, the SSB period used in the measurement interval may be AO-SSB or OD-SSB. For example, in the examples of Tables 10 and 11, the AO-SSB period may be used, and in the examples of Tables 12 and 13, the OD-SSB period may be used.

[0283] In the following examples, the α values ​​used in Table 10 and / or Table 11 and the α values ​​used in Table 12 and / or Table 13 may differ from each other.

[0284] In some implementations, the ratio of the AO-SSB cycle to the OD-SSB cycle is T AO-SSB / T OD-SSB It may be X. For example, X can be 1. In this case, it may be difficult to use AO-SSB for measurement because the transmission frequency of AO-SSB is too small compared to the transmission frequency of OD-SSB. Depending on the implementation, the terminal may or may not include AO-SSB in the measurement. In other words, if the period of OD-SSB is smaller than the period of AO-SSB, the measurement of OD-SSB may be prioritized, and α=1. In this case, the measurement interval may be as shown in Tables 8 and 9.

[0285] SettingTL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB(ms)non-DRXmax(T Report , ceil(M*P*α)*T SSB)DRX Cycle ≤ 320ms max(T Report , ceil(K *M*P)*max(T DRX ,T SSB ))DRX Cycle > 320msceil(M*P)*T DRX Note 1 to Note 3: Same as Note 1 to Note 3 in Table 6.

[0286] The example in Table 10 is an example of a measurement period for FR1 (e.g., TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB). The example in Table 10 is an example of a case where the AO-SSB period is used for the measurement period.

[0287] SettingTL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB(ms)non-DRXmax(T Report , ceil(M*P*N*α)*T SSB )DRX Cycle ≤ 320ms max(T Report , ceil(1.5*M*P*N*α)*max(T DRX ,T SSB ))DRX Cycle > 320msceil(1.5*M*P*N*α)*T DRX Note: Same as the Note in Table 7.

[0288] The example in Table 11 is an example of a measurement period (e.g., TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB) for FR2. The example in Table 11 is an example of a case where the AO-SSB period is used for the measurement period.

[0289] SettingTL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB(ms)non-DRXmax(T Report , ceil(M*P*α)*T SSB )DRX Cycle ≤ 320ms max(T Report , ceil(K *M*P*α)*max(T DRX ,T SSB ))DRX Cycle > 320msceil(M*P*α)*T DRXNote 1 to Note 3: Same as Note 1 to Note 3 of Table 8. Note 4: When the first SSB (e.g., AO-SSB) and the activated OD-SSB are transmitted (e.g., a combination of the first SSB and the activated OD-SSB, or a union is transmitted), if the period of the first SSB (e.g., AO-SSB) and the period of the OD-SSB are the same, α may be 1 / 2, or, if the period of the first SSB (e.g., AO-SSB) is half the period of the OD-SSB, α may be 2 / 3, and otherwise, α may be 1.

[0290] The example in Table 12 is an example of a measurement period for FR1 (e.g., TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB). The example in Table 12 is an example of a case where the period of OD-SSB is used for the measurement period.

[0291] SettingTL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB(ms)non-DRXmax(T Report , ceil(M*P*N*α)*T SSB )DRX Cycle ≤ 320ms max(T Report , ceil(1.5*M*P*N*α)*max(T DRX ,T SSB ))DRX Cycle > 320msceil(1.5*M*P*N*α)*T DRX Note 1: Same as Note 9. Note 2: Same as Note 4 in Table 12.

[0292] The example in Table 13 is an example of a measurement period (e.g., TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB) for FR2. The example in Table 13 is an example of a case where the period of OD-SSB is used for the measurement period.

[0293] In some implementations, the terminal may perform an Rx beam sweeping operation to select the optimal receiver beam (Rx beam) in the FR2 band. The Rx beam sweeping operation can be represented by a parameter N related to the measurement interval, and the default value of N may be 8. If the terminal can measure both AO-SSB and OD-SSB, and if the same receiver spatial filter can be assumed for both AO-SSB and OD-SSB, the receiver spatial filter for OD-SSB may apply an Rx beam optimized during the AO-SSB measurement process. For example, the terminal may apply an Rx beam optimized during the AO-SSB measurement process to the receiver spatial filter for OD-SSB. For instance, after performing measurements related to AO-SSB, the terminal may receive OD-SSB based on the Rx beam with the best RSRP. Therefore, an Rx beam sweeping operation may be unnecessary during the OD-SSB measurement process. For example, in the case where both AO-SSB and OD-SSB exist (e.g., see Case 2 in Fig. 7), for the measurement interval of OD-SSB, a value smaller than N=1 or 8 may be used for N.

[0294] In some implementations, the terminal may perform L1-RSRP measurements when SSB adaptation is enabled. The terminal may measure L1-RSRP using the period of the changed SSB based on the SSB adaptation indication. For example, the terminal may perform measurements based on the changed SSB period during the measurement interval and report the measurement content (e.g., measurement results). Examples of measurement intervals applicable in this case are shown in Table 14 and / or Table 15.

[0295] SettingTL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB(ms)non-DRXmax(T Report , ceil(M*P)*T SSB)DRX Cycle≤ 320msmax(T Report , ceil(K *M*P)*max(T DRX ,T SSB ))DRX Cycle > 320msceil(M*P)*T DRX Note 1: T SSB = This is the period of the SSB-Index set for the L1 RSRP within the indicated SSB adaptation. T DRX is the DRX cycle length. T Report is the period set for reporting. Note 2: Same as Note 2 in Table 6. Note 3: Same as Note 3 in Table 6.

[0296] The example in Table 14 is an example of a measurement period for FR1 (e.g., TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB). If SSB adaptation is enabled, the measurement period in Table 14 may be applied.

[0297] SettingTL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB(ms)non-DRXmax(T Report , ceil(M*P*N)*T SSB )DRX Cycle ≤ 320ms max(T Report , ceil(1.5*M*P*N)*max(T DRX ,T SSB ))DRX Cycle > 320msceil(1.5*M*P*N)*T DRX Note: Same as Note 1 in Table 14.

[0298] The example in Table 15 is an example of a measurement period for FR2 (e.g., TL1-RSRP_Measurement_Period_SSB). If SSB adaptation is enabled, the measurement period in Table 16 may be applied.

[0299] The following drawings are made to illustrate a specific example of the present specification. The names of specific devices or specific signals / messages / fields described in the drawings are presented as examples, and therefore the technical features of the present specification are not limited to the specific names used in the following drawings.

[0300] FIG. 10 is an example of a procedure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0301] FIG. 10 is an example of the disclosure of this specification. The scope of the disclosure of this specification is not limited by the procedure illustrated in FIG. 10. For example, the operation, content, etc. described in the various examples of the disclosure of this specification above may be applied to the example of FIG. 10.

[0302] The UE can perform the random access procedure described in the examples of FIGS. 6a through 6e. For example, the UE can transmit a random access preamble to a base station. The base station can transmit a response message to the UE.

[0303] In the example of FIG. 10, the first cell may be a PCell. The first cell may also send a SCell activation command to the UE.

[0304] The second cell may be a cell associated with the SCell activation command transmitted by the first cell. For example, the second cell may be added as a SCell but be in a disabled state. When the SCell activation procedure is performed, the second cell may become an activated SCell.

[0305] In some implementations, the second cell may be the same as the first cell. For example, the first cell may transmit the OD-SSB to the UE.

[0306] The first cell and the second cell may be included in a single base station (e.g., gNB). Alternatively, the first cell and the second cell may be included in different base stations (e.g., gNB).

[0307] In some implementations, the UE may transmit capability information to the first cell. For example, the capability information may include information related to supporting the On-demand SSB.

[0308] In step (S1001), the first cell can transmit the settings to the UE.

[0309] For example, the setting may be a setting related to the second Synchronization Signal (SS) / Physical Broadcast Channel (PBCH) block (SSB). For example, the UE may receive a setting related to the second SSB. Here, the second SSB may be an On-demand SSB.

[0310] For reference, in this disclosure, SSB may be represented as Synchronization Signal (SS) / Physical Broadcast Channel (PBCH) block or Synchronization Signal Block (SSB).

[0311] For example, the settings may include parameters related to OD-SSB.

[0312] For example, the settings related to the second SSB may include one or more pieces of information such as the cell ID of the OD-SSB, the position of the OD-SSB, the frequency of the OD-SSB, the sub-carrier spacing, the power of the OD-SSB, and / or the frequency of the OD-SSB. Optionally, the settings related to the second SSB may also include information on how many SSB bursts will be transmitted.

[0313] In step (S1002), the second cell can transmit the OD-SSB to the UE.

[0314] In some implementations, the first cell may transmit information related to the activation of the second SSB to the UE. The information related to the activation of the second SSB may be, for example, an OD-SSB indication (e.g., an OD-SSB activation indication). In this case, the UE may receive the second SSB from the second cell (e.g., SCell).

[0315] In some implementations, the UE may receive information related to the activation of the second SSB based on MAC-CE or RRC signaling. For example, the terminal may receive a MAC-CE containing information related to the activation of the second SSB. For example, information related to the activation of the second SSB may include one or more of the period, time information, and / or frequency information of the OD-SSB.

[0316] In step (S1003), the UE can perform a measurement. For example, the UE can perform a measurement based on the second SSB (e.g., OD-SSB) and / or the first SSB (e.g., AO-SSB).

[0317] In some implementations, based on the fact that the period of the first SSB is greater than the period of the second SSB, the measurement may be performed based on the second SSB.

[0318] In some implementations, the above measurement may be performed based on the first SSB and the second SSB.

[0319] For example, during the measurement interval, the UE may perform a measurement based on at least one of the first SSB or the second SSB.

[0320] For example, the measurement interval may be based on the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB.

[0321] In some implementations, based on the UE receiving a first SSB and a second SSB, the measurement interval may be based on a first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB.

[0322] In some implementations, a first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB to the period of the second SSB may be selected as one of a plurality of values ​​based on the ratio of the period of the first SSB to the period of the second SSB.

[0323] For example, the first parameter may be α according to the example of the present disclosure. For example, the first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB may be: 1 / 2 if the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB are the same, 2 / 3 if the period of the first SSB is half the period of the second SSB, and 1 otherwise.

[0324] The following drawings are made to illustrate a specific example of the present specification. The names of specific devices or specific signals / messages / fields described in the drawings are presented as examples, and therefore the technical features of the present specification are not limited to the specific names used in the following drawings.

[0325] FIG. 11 is an example of the operation of a terminal according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0326] In step (S1101), the UE can receive the settings.

[0327] For example, the setting may be a setting related to the second Synchronization Signal (SS) / Physical Broadcast Channel (PBCH) block (SSB). For example, the UE may receive a setting related to the second SSB. Here, the second SSB may be an On-demand SSB.

[0328] For example, the settings may include parameters related to OD-SSB.

[0329] For example, the settings related to the second SSB may include one or more pieces of information such as the cell ID of the OD-SSB, the position of the OD-SSB, the frequency of the OD-SSB, the sub-carrier spacing, the power of the OD-SSB, and / or the frequency of the OD-SSB. Optionally, the settings related to the second SSB may also include information on how many SSB bursts will be transmitted.

[0330] According to step (S1002) of Fig. 10, the UE may receive a second SSB.

[0331] In step (S1102), the UE can perform a measurement.

[0332] For example, the UE can perform measurements based on the second SSB (e.g., OD-SSB) and / or the first SSB (e.g., AO-SSB).

[0333] In some implementations, based on the fact that the period of the first SSB is greater than the period of the second SSB, the measurement may be performed based on the second SSB.

[0334] In some implementations, the above measurement may be performed based on the first SSB and the second SSB.

[0335] For example, during the measurement interval, the UE may perform a measurement based on at least one of the first SSB or the second SSB.

[0336] For example, the measurement interval may be based on the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB.

[0337] In some implementations, based on the UE receiving a first SSB and a second SSB, the measurement interval may be based on a first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB.

[0338] In some implementations, a first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB to the period of the second SSB may be selected as one of a plurality of values ​​based on the ratio of the period of the first SSB to the period of the second SSB.

[0339] For example, the first parameter may be α according to the example of the present disclosure. For example, the first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB may be: 1 / 2 if the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB are the same, 2 / 3 if the period of the first SSB is half the period of the second SSB, and 1 otherwise.

[0340] This specification may have various effects.

[0341] For example, it can be effectively supported for the terminal to perform measurements based on always-on SSB and / or on-demand SSB.

[0342] For example, the terminal can utilize both always-on SSB and on-demand SSB to perform measurements (e.g., L1-RSRP measurements) faster.

[0343] The effects obtainable through the specific examples of this specification are not limited to those listed above. For example, there may be various technical effects that a person with ordinary skill in the related art can understand or derive from this specification. Accordingly, the specific effects of this specification are not limited to those explicitly described herein, but may include various effects that can be understood or derived from the technical features of this specification.

[0344] For reference, the operation of the terminal (e.g., UE) described in this specification may be implemented by the device of FIGS. 1 to 3 described above. For example, the terminal (e.g., UE) may be the first device (100) or the second device (200) of FIG. 2. For example, the operation of the terminal (e.g., UE) described in this specification may be processed by one or more processors (102 or 202). The operation of the terminal described in this specification may be stored in one or more memories (104 or 204) in the form of an instruction / program (e.g., instruction, executable code) executable by one or more processors (102 or 202). One or more processors (102 or 202) can control one or more memories (104 or 204) and one or more transceivers (105 or 206) and execute instructions / programs stored in one or more memories (104 or 204) to perform the operation of a terminal (e.g., UE) as described in the disclosure of this specification.

[0345] Additionally, instructions for performing the operation of a terminal (e.g., UE) described in the disclosure of this specification may be stored in a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium. The storage medium may be contained in one or more memories (104 or 204). And, the instructions recorded in the storage medium may perform the operation of a terminal (e.g., UE) described in the disclosure of this specification by being executed by one or more processors (102 or 202).

[0346] For reference, the operation of a network node (e.g., AMF, SMF, UPF, PCF, etc.) or a base station (e.g., base station, NG-RAN, gNB, eNB, serving cell, PCell, SCell, gNB(PCell), gNB(SCell), etc.) described in this specification may be implemented by the device of FIGS. 1 to 3, which will be described below. For example, the network node or base station may be the first device (100) or the second device (200) of FIG. 2. For example, the operation of a network node or base station described in this specification may be processed by one or more processors (102 or 202). The operation of a terminal described in this specification may be stored in one or more memories (104 or 204) in the form of an instruction / program (e.g., instruction, executable code) executable by one or more processors (102 or 202). One or more processors (102 or 202) can control one or more memories (104 or 204) and one or more transceivers (106 or 206) and execute instructions / programs stored in one or more memories (104 or 204) to perform the operation of a network node or base station as described in the disclosure of this specification.

[0347] Additionally, instructions for performing the operation of a network node or base station described in the disclosure of this specification may be stored in a non-volatile (or non-transient) computer-readable storage medium. The storage medium may be contained in one or more memories (104 or 204). And, the instructions recorded in the storage medium may perform the operation of a network node or base station described in the disclosure of this specification by being executed by one or more processors (102 or 202).

[0348] Although preferred embodiments have been described by way of example above, the disclosure of this specification is not limited to such specific embodiments, and may be modified, changed, or improved in various forms within the scope of the spirit and claims of this specification.

[0349] In the exemplary system described above, methods are described based on a flowchart as a series of steps or blocks, but are not limited to the order of the described steps, and some steps may occur in a different order or simultaneously with other steps as described above. Furthermore, a person skilled in the art will understand that the steps shown in the flowchart are not exclusive, and that other steps may be included, or that one or more steps of the flowchart may be omitted without affecting the scope of rights.

[0350] The claims described in this specification may be combined in various ways. For example, the technical features of the method claims in this specification may be combined to be implemented as a device, and the technical features of the device claims in this specification may be combined to be implemented as a method. Furthermore, the technical features of the method claims and the technical features of the device claims in this specification may be combined to be implemented as a device, and the technical features of the method claims and the technical features of the device claims in this specification may be combined to be implemented as a method. Other implementations are within the scope of the following claims.

Claims

A step of receiving settings related to the second Synchronization Signal (SS) / Physical Broadcast Channel (PBCH) block (SSB), The above-mentioned second SSB is an on-demand SSB; and The method includes the step of performing a measurement based on at least one of the first SSB or the second SSB during the measurement period. The above measurement interval is a method based on the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB. In paragraph 1, A method in which the measurement is performed based on the second SSB, based on the fact that the period of the first SSB is greater than the period of the second SSB. In paragraph 1 or 2, Based on the reception of the first SSB and the second SSB, the measurement interval is based on a first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB, a method In any one of paragraphs 1 through 3, A method in which a first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB is selected as one of a plurality of values ​​based on the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB. In any one of paragraphs 1 through 4, The first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB is: If the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB are the same, it is 1 / 2, and If the period of the first SSB is half the period of the second SSB, it is 2 / 3, and Otherwise, one person, method. In any one of paragraphs 1 through 5, A step of receiving information related to the activation of the second SSB; and A method further comprising the step of receiving the second SSB from a Secondary Cell (SCell). As a device, At least one transmitter / receiver; At least one processor; and It includes one or more memories that store instructions and can be connected to operate with one or more processors, and The above at least one processor is: a device adapted to perform one of the methods of claims 1 to 6. At least one processor; and It includes at least one memory that stores instructions and is operablely electrically connected to at least one processor, and The above at least one processor is: an apparatus adapted to perform one of the methods of claims 1 to 6. As a non-transitory computer-readable medium (CRM) recording instructions, The above instructions, when executed by one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to: perform a method according to any one of claims 1 to 6, a CRM. The method includes the step of transmitting settings related to the second Synchronization Signal (SS) / Physical Broadcast Channel (PBCH) block (SSB) to the User Equipment (UE), The above-mentioned second SSB is an on-demand SSB, and The settings related to the second SSB are used by the UE to perform measurements based on at least one of the first SSB or the second SSB, and The above measurement interval is a method based on the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB. In Paragraph 10, A method in which the measurement is performed based on the second SSB, based on the fact that the period of the first SSB is greater than the period of the second SSB. In Article 10 or Article 11, Based on the reception of the first SSB and the second SSB, the measurement interval is based on a first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB, a method In any one of paragraphs 10 through 12, A method in which a first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB is selected as one of a plurality of values ​​based on the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB. In any one of paragraphs 10 through 13, The first parameter related to the ratio of the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB is: If the period of the first SSB and the period of the second SSB are the same, it is 1 / 2, and If the period of the first SSB is half the period of the second SSB, it is 2 / 3, and Otherwise, one person, method. In any one of paragraphs 10 through 14, It further includes the step of transmitting information related to the activation of the second SSB to the UE, and A method in which the UE receives the second SSB from the Secondary Cell (SCell) based on information related to the activation of the second SSB being transmitted. One or more transmitters / receivers; One or more processors; and It includes one or more memories that store instructions and can be connected to operate with one or more processors, and The above at least one processor is a device adapted to perform one of the methods of claims 10 to 15.

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