Method and apparatus for triggering reporting of stored data and used for wireless communication

Abstract

The present application discloses a method and apparatus for triggering reporting of stored data and used for wireless communication. The method comprises: a terminal receives a first measurement configuration; stores target measurement information in a first storage unit, a measurement result for the first measurement configuration comprising the target measurement information; and sends target signaling, the target signaling indicating the target measurement information. Whether the target signaling is first candidate signaling or second candidate signaling depends on a triggering mode of the target signaling, and the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different. When the target signaling is triggered by a first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling, and the first RRC message is received by means of a DCCH. When the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling, and the first event is preconfigured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

Description

A method and apparatus for triggering stored data reporting in wireless communication

[0001] This application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202411716349.5, filed on November 26, 2024, entitled "A method and apparatus for triggering stored data reporting for wireless communication", the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0002] This application relates to transmission methods and apparatus in wireless communication systems, and more particularly to methods and apparatus for triggering the reporting of stored data. Background Technology

[0003] The 3GPP (3rd Generation Partnership Project) protocol supports SON (Self-Organizing Networks) / MDT (Minimization of Drive Test), including Immediate MDT and Logged MDT. For Logged MDT, to reduce the reporting of measurement information, the UE (User Equipment) can store the measurement information in UE variables. Whenever the UE performs RRC (Radio Resource Control) connection reconfiguration, reestablishment, resume, or establishment, it can indicate in the message confirming the successful completion of the reconfiguration, reestablishment, resume, or establishment that the corresponding measurement information has been stored.

[0004] 3GPP Release 19 launched WI: "AI (Artificial Intelligence) / ML (Machine Learning) for NR Air Interface". Currently, regarding data collection for network-side models, the following consensus has been reached: terminals can indicate the availability of stored data to the network to assist the network in triggering UEInformationRequest. However, how and when to indicate the data are still under discussion.

[0005] Since the specifications of AI models may extend beyond the scope of 3GPP (except for reference models used for performance calibration), the specific implementation of AI / ML training and AI / ML inference may be determined by the hardware equipment vendors themselves. It may be based on classic models such as Transformer architecture, RNN (Recurrent Neural Network), CNN (Conventional Neural Networks), or a hybrid model composed of multiple models. Summary of the Invention

[0006] Through research, the inventors discovered that existing technologies only trigger the terminal to send stored data information in UE variables after receiving a network instruction. However, in order to reduce signaling interaction and improve the autonomy of the terminal side, configuring a trigger event to trigger the terminal to send stored data in UE variables is a highly feasible solution. Under the two triggering methods, which signaling method to use to send stored data information is a problem that this application needs to study.

[0007] To address the aforementioned problems, this application provides a solution. While AI / ML is used as an example in the problem description, this application is also applicable to non-AI / ML scenarios, such as application-layer measurement, achieving similar technical effects to AI / ML. Similarly, while training data is used as an example, this application is also applicable to inference data or reinforcement learning data, achieving similar technical effects. Although the RRC_CONNECT state is used as an example in the problem description, this application is also used in the RRC_IDLE and RRC_INACTIVE states, achieving the same technical effects as the RRC_CONNECT state. Furthermore, adopting a unified design scheme for different scenarios helps reduce hardware complexity and cost. It should be noted that, without conflict, embodiments and features in any node of this application can be applied to any other node. Without conflict, embodiments and features in any embodiment of this application can be arbitrarily combined.

[0008] As an example, the interpretation of terms in this application is based on the definitions in the 3GPP specification protocol TS38 series.

[0009] As an example, the interpretation of terms in this application is based on the definitions in the 3GPP specification protocol TS37 series.

[0010] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the terminal of this application can be applied to the base station. Unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the base station of this application can be applied to the terminal. Unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the embodiments of this application can be arbitrarily combined with each other.

[0011] This application discloses a method used in a terminal, characterized by comprising:

[0012] Receive first measurement configuration;

[0013] The target measurement information is stored in the first storage unit; wherein the measurement result configured for the first measurement includes the target measurement information;

[0014] Send a target signaling message, the target signaling message indicating the target measurement information;

[0015] Whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; wherein the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; the determination of whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling, including:

[0016] When the target signaling is triggered by the first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein, the first RRC message is received through the DCCH;

[0017] When the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0018] In existing technologies, target signaling relies on RRC message triggering; the above method adds a new event triggering method, enhances reporting opportunities, reduces latency caused by network indication, and helps reduce the probability of training data loss; using different candidate signaling for reporting in different scenarios helps enhance the flexibility of the protocol.

[0019] According to one aspect of this application, the first candidate signaling is RRC signaling, which is used to confirm that the process to which the first RRC message belongs has been completed; wherein the target signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available.

[0020] The above method addresses the format of the first candidate signaling when the target signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available.

[0021] The above method reuses existing protocols, reducing the need for protocol modifications.

[0022] According to one aspect of this application, the method comprises:

[0023] After the target signaling is sent, a first UEInformationRequest message is received;

[0024] As a response to the receipt of the first UEInformationRequest message, a first UEInformationResponse message is sent;

[0025] The first UEInformationResponse message includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0026] The above method further describes the behavior after indicating that the target measurement information is available.

[0027] The above method reuses existing protocols, reducing the need for protocol modifications.

[0028] According to one aspect of this application, the second candidate signaling is a protocol layer signaling below the RRC sublayer, or the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message, or the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReport message.

[0029] The above method explains the format of the second candidate signaling triggered based on the first event when the target signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available.

[0030] The above method increases the probability of target measurement information being reported by utilizing the remaining uplink signaling, and shortens the time for the network to obtain target measurement information by utilizing signaling of protocol layers below the RRC sublayer.

[0031] According to one aspect of this application, the first RRC message is a UEInformationRequest message, the first candidate signaling is a UEInformationResponse message, and the second candidate signaling is an RRC message other than a UEInformationResponse message; wherein the target signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0032] The above method solves the problem of the format of the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling when the target signaling needs to include the target measurement information.

[0033] The above method reuses existing protocols, reducing protocol modifications, and utilizes additional uplink signaling to increase resources for training data reporting.

[0034] According to one aspect of this application, the first candidate signaling uses SRB4 or an SRB with an identifier greater than 5; the second candidate signaling uses an SRB with an identifier less than 4.

[0035] The above method uses different SRBs for different candidate signaling, thus avoiding conflicts between different SRBs.

[0036] The above method implicitly indicates the triggering reason for the target signaling.

[0037] According to one aspect of this application, the first event includes: the amount of data of the target measurement information satisfies a first threshold; wherein the first threshold depends on the first storage unit.

[0038] The above method further explains the meaning of the first event being satisfied; the first event being satisfied includes the amount of data of the target measurement information meeting the first threshold, which helps to prevent data loss or omission caused by excessive target measurement data information.

[0039] This application discloses a method used in a base station for wireless communication, characterized by comprising:

[0040] Send the first measurement configuration;

[0041] Receive target signaling, the target signaling indicating the target measurement information;

[0042] The target measurement information is stored in the first storage unit; the measurement result configured for the first measurement includes the target measurement information; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling, including:

[0043] When the target signaling is triggered by the first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein, the first RRC message is received through the DCCH;

[0044] When the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0045] According to one aspect of this application, the first candidate signaling is RRC signaling, which is used to confirm that the process to which the first RRC message belongs has been completed; wherein the target signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available.

[0046] According to one aspect of this application, a first UEInformationRequest message is sent; the sending of the first UEInformationRequest message depends on receiving target signaling;

[0047] Receive the first UEInformationResponse message;

[0048] The first UEInformationResponse message includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0049] According to one aspect of this application, the second candidate signaling is a protocol layer signaling below the RRC sublayer, or the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message, or the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReport message.

[0050] According to one aspect of this application, the first RRC message is a UEInformationRequest message, the first candidate signaling is a UEInformationResponse message, and the second candidate signaling is an RRC message other than a UEInformationResponse message; wherein the target signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0051] According to one aspect of this application, the first candidate signaling uses SRB4 or an SRB with an identifier greater than 5; the second candidate signaling uses an SRB with an identifier less than 4.

[0052] According to one aspect of this application, the first event includes: the amount of data of the target measurement information satisfies a first threshold; wherein the first threshold depends on the first storage unit.

[0053] This application discloses a terminal used for wireless communication, characterized in that it includes:

[0054] The first receiver receives the first measurement configuration;

[0055] A first processor stores target measurement information in a first storage unit; wherein the measurement result configured for the first measurement includes the target measurement information;

[0056] The first transmitter sends a target signaling message, which indicates the target measurement information;

[0057] Whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; wherein the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; the determination of whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling, including:

[0058] When the target signaling is triggered by the first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein, the first RRC message is received through the DCCH;

[0059] When the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0060] This application discloses a base station used for wireless communication, characterized in that it includes:

[0061] The second transmitter sends the first measurement configuration;

[0062] The second receiver receives target signaling, which indicates the target measurement information.

[0063] The target measurement information is stored in the first storage unit; the measurement result configured for the first measurement includes the target measurement information; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling, including:

[0064] When the target signaling is triggered by the first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein, the first RRC message is received through the DCCH;

[0065] When the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0066] This application discloses a terminal, characterized in that it includes:

[0067] The terminal includes: one or more processors and memory;

[0068] The memory is coupled to the one or more processors and is used to store computer program code, the computer program code including computer instructions, which the one or more processors invoke to cause the terminal to perform the method used in the terminal.

[0069] This application discloses a base station, characterized in that it includes:

[0070] The base station includes: one or more processors and a memory;

[0071] The memory is coupled to the one or more processors and is used to store computer program code, the computer program code including computer instructions, which the one or more processors invoke to cause the base station to perform the method used in the base station. Attached Figure Description

[0072] Other features, objects, and advantages of this application will become more apparent from the following detailed description of non-limiting embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0073] Figure 1 shows a flowchart of the transmission of a terminal according to an embodiment of this application;

[0074] Figure 2 shows a schematic diagram of a network architecture according to an embodiment of this application;

[0075] Figure 3 illustrates a schematic diagram of an embodiment of a wireless protocol architecture for the user plane and control plane according to an embodiment of this application;

[0076] Figure 4 shows a schematic diagram of a first communication device and a second communication device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0077] Figure 5 shows a flowchart of wireless signal transmission according to an embodiment of this application;

[0078] Figure 6 illustrates a flowchart of receiving a first UEInformationRequest message after the target signaling is transmitted according to an embodiment of this application;

[0079] Figure 7 shows a schematic diagram of an SRB carrying the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0080] Figure 8 shows a schematic diagram of the first event according to an embodiment of this application.

[0081] Figure 9 shows a structural block diagram of a processing device for a terminal according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0082] Figure 10 shows a structural block diagram of a processing apparatus for a base station according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0083] Figure 11 shows a schematic diagram of an AI / ML model according to one embodiment of this application;

[0084] Figure 12 shows a schematic diagram of the deployment of intelligent functions in a RAN domain according to an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0085] The technical solution of this application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this application can be arbitrarily combined with each other.

[0086] Example 1

[0087] Example 1 illustrates a flowchart of terminal transmission according to an embodiment of this application, as shown in Figure 1. In Figure 1, each box represents a step, and it is particularly important to emphasize that the order of the boxes in the figure does not represent the temporal sequence of the steps represented.

[0088] In Embodiment 1, the terminal in this application receives a first measurement configuration in step 101; stores target measurement information in a first storage unit in step 102; wherein the measurement result for the first measurement configuration includes the target measurement information; and sends target signaling in step 103, the target signaling indicating the target measurement information.

[0089] Whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; wherein the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; the determination of whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling, including:

[0090] When the target signaling is triggered by the first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein, the first RRC message is received through the DCCH;

[0091] When the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0092] As an example, the first measurement configuration is carried by SRB1.

[0093] As an example, the first measurement configuration is included in the downlink signaling configuration.

[0094] As an example, the first measurement configuration is configured in an RRC message.

[0095] As an example, the first measurement configuration is configured in the SIB1 message.

[0096] As an example, the first measurement configuration is included in the NAS message and configured.

[0097] As an example, the first measurement configuration is included in RRCReconfiguration.

[0098] As an example, the first measurement configuration is included in RRCResume.

[0099] As an example, the first measurement configuration includes at least one MeasId.

[0100] As an example, the first measurement configuration includes at least one MeasObjectNR.

[0101] As an example, the first measurement configuration includes at least one MeasConfig.

[0102] As an example, the first measurement configuration includes at least one MeasIdleConfig.

[0103] As one embodiment, the first measurement configuration includes an application layer measurement configuration.

[0104] As one embodiment, the first measurement configuration includes at least one measurement object.

[0105] As an example, the first measurement configuration indicates synchronous measurement.

[0106] As an example, the first measurement configuration indicates inter-frequency measurement.

[0107] As an example, the first measurement configuration indicates the cell being measured.

[0108] As one embodiment, the first measurement configuration includes the cell identifier being measured.

[0109] As an example, the cell being measured is the serving cell of the terminal.

[0110] As one example, the cell being measured includes the terminal's serving cell and neighboring cells.

[0111] As an example, the cell being measured is a single cell.

[0112] As one example, the measured cell is a plurality of cells.

[0113] As one example, the number of cells being measured is configurable.

[0114] As an example, the first measurement configuration indicates the RS resources of the cell being measured, wherein the RS resources are SSB resources or CSI-RS resources.

[0115] As one embodiment, the first measurement configuration includes the RS resource identifier of the cell being measured.

[0116] As an example, the RS resource identifier is the SSB-Index.

[0117] As an example, the RS resource identifier is CSI-RS-Index.

[0118] As an example, the first measurement configuration includes at least one AppLayerMeasConfig.

[0119] As an example, the first measurement configuration includes at least one appLayerIdleInactiveConfig.

[0120] As an example, the first measurement configuration is configured by the base station.

[0121] As an example, the first measurement configuration is configured by OAM.

[0122] As one embodiment, the first measurement configuration includes a reporting configuration.

[0123] As an example, the first measurement configuration indicates the reporting type.

[0124] As one example, the first measurement configuration includes triggering conditions.

[0125] As one example, the reporting type includes event triggering.

[0126] As one example, the reporting type includes periodic reporting.

[0127] As one embodiment, the first measurement configuration includes a reporting cycle.

[0128] As one embodiment, the first measurement configuration includes reporting resource scheduling.

[0129] As an example, the first measurement is configured for AI / ML training data collection.

[0130] As an example, the first measurement configuration indicates that the terminal has a first capability.

[0131] As an example, the first capability is the ability to collect AI / ML training data.

[0132] As an example, the first capability is AI / ML inference capability.

[0133] As an example, the first capability is an AI / ML-enabled capability.

[0134] As one example, the first measurement configuration depends on whether the terminal has a first capability.

[0135] As an example, when the terminal has the first capability, it receives the first measurement configuration.

[0136] As an example, when the terminal has the first capability, the first measurement configuration is configured.

[0137] As an example, when the terminal has the first capability, the first measurement configuration is executed.

[0138] As an example, when the terminal has the first capability, the first measurement configuration is applied.

[0139] As an example, the first measurement configuration indicates that target measurement information is stored in the first storage unit.

[0140] As an example, the first storage unit is a UE variable, and the first storage unit is represented by ASN.1.

[0141] As an example, the first storage unit belongs to a UE variable.

[0142] As an example, the first storage unit is a UE variable of an RRC sublayer.

[0143] As an example, the first storage unit is VarLogMeasReport.

[0144] As one example, the first storage unit is VarMeasReportList.

[0145] As one example, the first storage unit is VarMeasReport.

[0146] As one embodiment, the first storage unit is VarMeasIdleReport.

[0147] As an example, the first storage unit belongs to VarLogMeasReport.

[0148] As an example, the first storage unit belongs to VarMeasReportList.

[0149] As an example, the first storage unit belongs to VarMeasReport.

[0150] As an example, the first storage unit belongs to VarMeasIdleReport.

[0151] As an example, the first storage unit is a UE variable of the protocol layer above an RRC sublayer.

[0152] As an example, the first storage unit is an AS (Access Stratum) buffer.

[0153] As one embodiment, the first storage unit is a NAS (Non-Access Stratum) buffer.

[0154] As one embodiment, the first storage unit is a memory.

[0155] As one example, the first storage unit is a register.

[0156] As one example, the first storage unit is implemented in software.

[0157] As one example, the first storage unit is implemented in hardware.

[0158] As one embodiment, the first storage unit is readable and writable.

[0159] As one embodiment, the first storage unit is erasable.

[0160] As one embodiment, the first storage unit is used to store at least one of training data or inference data.

[0161] As an example, the first storage unit is used to store at least one of the training data or inference data for the network-side model.

[0162] As one embodiment, the first storage unit is for application layer data storage.

[0163] As one embodiment, the first storage unit is used for application layer data reporting.

[0164] As one example, the target measurement information is used for mobility management.

[0165] As one example, the target measurement information is used for beam management.

[0166] As one example, the target measurement information comes from the application layer.

[0167] As one example, the target measurement information includes application layer data.

[0168] As an example, the target measurement information includes L1 measurement results of at least one cell.

[0169] As an example, the target measurement information includes L3 measurement results of at least one cell.

[0170] As an example, the target measurement information includes measurement results for at least one SSB (Synchronization Signal Block).

[0171] As an example, the target measurement information includes measurement results for at least one CSI-RS (Channel State Information Reference Signal).

[0172] As an example, the target measurement information includes a reason, which indicates why the target measurement information is stored in the first storage unit.

[0173] The above method helps the network understand why the target measurement information is stored, and makes more effective use of the target measurement information, thereby improving training efficiency.

[0174] As an example, the stated cause is one of a plurality of candidate causes.

[0175] As an example, one of the candidate causes includes a wireless link problem.

[0176] As an example, the radio link problem includes RLF (Radio Link Failure).

[0177] As an example, the wireless link problem includes HOF (Handover Failure).

[0178] As one example, the wireless link problem includes T304 reaching a threshold.

[0179] As one example, the wireless link problem includes T310 reaching a threshold.

[0180] As one example, the wireless link problem includes T312 reaching a threshold.

[0181] As an example, the wireless link problem includes a performance metric monitored by the terminal reaching a threshold.

[0182] As an example, one of the plurality of candidate reasons includes a cache state that depends on the first storage unit.

[0183] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first storage unit is an AS buffer.

[0184] As a sub-example of the above embodiment, one of the candidate reasons is that the cache of the first storage unit is less than a threshold.

[0185] As an example, one of the multiple candidate reasons depends on the number of switching attempts.

[0186] As a sub-example of the above embodiment, one of the candidate reasons is that the number of switching times reaches a threshold.

[0187] As one embodiment, the target measurement information includes the time during which the target measurement information is stored in the first storage unit.

[0188] As an example, the target measurement information may also include the mobile state of the terminal, such as the mobile speed, or the number of cells switched within a given time interval; the measurement information may also be the measurement results for the reference signal, such as cell-level measurement results, or beam-level measurement results, or time-domain measurement results, or frequency-domain measurement results, or spatial-domain measurement results, or a combination thereof.

[0189] As an example, the target measurement information is the measurement result of the terminal applying the first measurement configuration.

[0190] As an example, the target measurement information is a portion of the measurement results obtained by the terminal applying the first measurement configuration.

[0191] As one embodiment, the target measurement information includes the measurement results of the terminal applying the first measurement configuration.

[0192] As an example, the measurement results of the first measurement configuration do not include the measurement information in the first storage unit.

[0193] As an example, the measurement result of the first measurement configuration is the latest measurement result obtained based on the first measurement configuration.

[0194] As an example, the first measurement configuration specifies the transmission bearer of the target signaling.

[0195] As an example, the transmission bearer of the target signaling is SRB1.

[0196] As an example, the transmission bearer of the target signaling is SRB4.

[0197] As an example, the identifier of the transmission bearer of the target signaling is greater than 5.

[0198] As an example, the identifier of the target signaling transmission bearer is less than 4.

[0199] After completing one embodiment, the target signaling transmission bearer is used for the transmission of AI / ML training data.

[0200] As an example, the transmission bearer of the target signaling is a new SRB.

[0201] As an example, the transmission bearer of the target signaling depends on the triggering cause of the target signaling.

[0202] As an example, the transmission bearer of the target signaling implicitly indicates the triggering reason for the target signaling.

[0203] As an example, the first measurement configuration specifies the format of the target signaling.

[0204] As an example, the format of the target signaling implicitly indicates the triggering reason for the target signaling.

[0205] As an example, the target signaling is an RRC message.

[0206] As an example, the target signaling is signaling at the protocol layer below the RRC sublayer.

[0207] As an example, the measurement result for the first measurement configuration is the target measurement information.

[0208] As an example, the portion of the measurement result for the first measurement configuration used for AI / ML training is the target measurement information.

[0209] As one embodiment, the target signaling includes at least an identifier of the first measurement configuration.

[0210] As one embodiment, the target signaling includes at least the measurement object identifier of the first measurement configuration.

[0211] As a sub-example of the above embodiments, the measurement object identifier refers to the reference signal identifier.

[0212] As a sub-example of the above embodiments, the measurement object identifier refers to the cell identifier.

[0213] As a sub-example of the above embodiments, the measurement object identifier refers to the AI / ML model identifier.

[0214] As an example, the target signaling indicates the availability of the target measurement information.

[0215] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, when the first storage unit stores the target measurement information, the target measurement information is considered to be available.

[0216] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiment, when the first storage unit stores a certain amount of target measurement information, it considers the target measurement information to be usable.

[0217] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiment, when the first storage unit has stored the target measurement information for a certain period of time, it is considered that the target measurement information is available.

[0218] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the certain time refers to the start of the measurement from the beginning of the first measurement configuration.

[0219] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiment, the certain time refers to the time from when the target measurement information is stored in the first storage unit.

[0220] As a sub-example of the above embodiment, the certain time refers to the start of transmitting the target measurement information to the first storage unit.

[0221] As a sub-example of the above embodiment, when the target measurement information is stored in the first stored variable, the target signaling indicates the availability of the target measurement information.

[0222] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiment, as a response to the first storage unit storing the availability of target measurement information, the target signaling indicates the availability of the target measurement information.

[0223] As an example, one bit of the target signaling is used to indicate that the target measurement information is available.

[0224] As an example, one bit of the target signaling is set to 1 to indicate that the target measurement information is available.

[0225] As an example, a field of the target signaling is used to indicate that the target measurement information is available.

[0226] As an example, one field of the target signaling is set to alviliable to indicate that the target measurement information is available.

[0227] As an example, a first request message is received in response to the target signaling indicating that the target measurement information is available.

[0228] As an example, the first request message indicates the release of the target measurement information.

[0229] As one example, the release includes removal.

[0230] As one example, the release includes clearing.

[0231] As one example, the release includes discarding.

[0232] As one embodiment, the target signaling indicates the availability of the target measurement information, and in response to the sending of the target signaling, the first request message is received; the first request message is used to request the target measurement information in the first storage unit.

[0233] As one embodiment, the target signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0234] As a sub-example of the above embodiments, the target signaling includes the portion of the target measurement information used for AI / ML training.

[0235] As a sub-example of the above embodiments, the target signaling includes the first portion of the target measurement information stored.

[0236] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the target signaling includes the target measurement information.

[0237] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the target signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information, and the target signaling is sent to implicitly indicate the availability of the target measurement information.

[0238] As an example, the terminal did not receive any instruction to send the target measurement information before the target signaling was sent.

[0239] As an example, the terminal does not send any indication to specify the target measurement information before the target signaling is sent.

[0240] As one example, the triggering conditions for the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different.

[0241] As one example, the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling include different contents.

[0242] As an example, the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling have different formats.

[0243] As an example, when the target signaling is triggered by the first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein, the first RRC message is received through DCCH.

[0244] As an example, if the first RRC message is an RRC configuration message, and the first candidate signaling is an RRC configuration completion message including "complete", the first candidate signaling indicates that target measurement information is available.

[0245] As an example, the first RRC message includes the first measurement configuration.

[0246] As an example, if the first RRC message indicates the target measurement information, the first candidate signaling includes the target measurement information.

[0247] As an example, the first RRC message includes the first request indication indicating the target measurement information.

[0248] As an example, the target signaling being triggered by the first event means that the second candidate signaling is generated when the first event is met.

[0249] As an example, the target signaling being triggered by the first event means that when the first event is met, the second candidate signaling is set.

[0250] As an example, the target signaling being triggered by the first event means that when the first event is met, the second candidate signaling is sent.

[0251] As an example, "the first event being satisfied" means that any one of the first events is satisfied.

[0252] As an example, the first event being satisfied means that at least one of the first events is satisfied.

[0253] As an example, "the first event being satisfied" means that all events in the first event are satisfied.

[0254] As an example, the first event includes at least one event.

[0255] As one example, the first event is multiple events.

[0256] As an example, the first event is configured by the network.

[0257] As an example, the first RRC message configures the first event.

[0258] As an example, a SIB1 message configures the first event.

[0259] As an example, the network configures each of the first events.

[0260] As an example, the first event is pre-configured along with the first measurement configuration.

[0261] As one example, the first measurement configuration configures the first event.

[0262] As one embodiment, the first measurement configuration includes the first event.

[0263] As one embodiment, the first measurement configuration indicates the first event.

[0264] As an example, the first measurement configuration indicates the measurement identifier of the first event.

[0265] As an example, the first measurement configuration activates the first event.

[0266] As an example, the first event is activated once the first measurement configuration is received.

[0267] As an example, the first event is activated when a domain in the first measurement configuration is set to active.

[0268] As an example, when a domain in the first measurement configuration is set to active and the first event is deactivated, the first event is activated.

[0269] As an example, the terminal is configured with the first event before the first measurement configuration is received.

[0270] As an example, the first event is the default.

[0271] As an example, the first event is determined by the terminal itself.

[0272] As an example, the terminal determines each event in the first event itself.

[0273] As an example, the first event is terminal-based.

[0274] As one example, the first event is different for different terminals.

[0275] As an example, the first event depends on the scenario of the terminal application.

[0276] As an example, the first event depends on the functionality required by the terminal.

[0277] As an example, the first event depends on the functionality of the terminal.

[0278] As an example, the first event is obtained based on the terminal's AI / ML model inference.

[0279] As an example, the first event is the default.

[0280] As one example, the first event depends on the first storage unit.

[0281] As an example, the first event depends on the target measurement information.

[0282] As one embodiment, the network configures some of the events in the first event, and the terminal determines some of the events in the first event itself.

[0283] As one embodiment, the network configures some of the events in the first event, and the terminal determines some of the events in the first event based on the UE implementation.

[0284] As an example, when the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; the second candidate signaling indicates that target measurement information is available.

[0285] As an example, when the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; the second candidate signaling includes target measurement information.

[0286] Example 2

[0287] Example 2 illustrates a schematic diagram of a network architecture according to an embodiment of this application, as shown in Figure 2. Figure 2 illustrates network architecture 200. The network architecture 200 is a 5G NR (New Radio) / LTE (Long-Term Evolution) / LTE-A (Long-Term Evolution Advanced) system, or a 5G+ network architecture, or a 6G network architecture, or a future 3GPP network architecture; the network architecture 200 may be referred to as 5GS (5G System) / EPS (Evolved Packet System), or 6GS (6G System); the network architecture 200 includes at least one of UE (User Equipment) 201, RAN (Radio Access Network) 202, core network 210, HSS (Home Subscriber Server) / UDM (Unified Data Management) 220, and Internet service 230. The network architecture 200 can interconnect with other access networks, but these entities / interfaces are not shown for simplicity. As shown, the network architecture 200 provides packet-switched services; however, those skilled in the art will readily understand that the various concepts presented throughout this application can be extended to networks providing circuit-switched services or other cellular networks. The RAN includes node 203 and other nodes 204. Node 203 provides user and control plane protocol termination toward UE 201. Node 203 can be connected to other nodes 204 via an Xn interface (e.g., backhaul) / X2 interface. Node 203 may also be referred to as a base station, base transceiver station, radio base station, radio transceiver, transceiver function, basic service set (BSS), extended service set (ESS), TRP (transmitter-receiver node), or some other suitable term. The core network 210 is a 5GC (5G Core Network) / EPC (Evolved Packet Core), or the core network 210 is a 6GC; node 203 provides UE 201 with an access point to the core network 210.Examples of UE201 include cellular phones, smartphones, Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) phones, laptops, personal digital assistants (PDAs), satellite radios, non-terrestrial base station communications, satellite mobile communications, global positioning systems, multimedia devices, video devices, digital audio players (e.g., MP3 players), cameras, game consoles, drones, aircraft, narrowband IoT devices, machine-type communication devices, land vehicles, automobiles, wearable devices, or any other similar functional devices. Those skilled in the art may also refer to UE201 as a mobile station, subscriber station, mobile unit, subscriber unit, wireless unit, remote unit, mobile device, wireless communication device, remote device, mobile subscriber station, access terminal, mobile terminal, wireless terminal, remote terminal, handheld device, user agent, mobile client, client, or any other suitable term. Node 203 is connected to the core network 210 via an S1 / NG interface. The core network 210 includes an MME (Mobility Management Entity) / AMF (Authentication Management Field) / SMF (Session Management Function) 211, other MMEs / AMFs / SMFs 214, an S-GW (Service Gateway) / UPF (User Plane Function) 212, and a P-GW (Packet Data Network Gateway) / UPF 213. The MME / AMF / SMF 211 is the control node that handles signaling between the UE 201 and the core network 210. Generally, the MME / AMF / SMF 211 provides bearer and connection management. All user IP (Internet Protocol) packets are transmitted through the S-GW / UPF 212, which is itself connected to the P-GW / UPF 213. The P-GW provides UE IP address allocation and other functions. The P-GW / UPF 213 is connected to the Internet service 230. Internet services 230 include operator-compliant Internet protocol services, which may specifically include the Internet, intranets, IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem), and packet-switched streaming services.

[0288] As an example, the UE201 corresponds to the terminal described in this application.

[0289] As an example, the UE201 is the terminal described in this application.

[0290] As an example, the UE201 is a user equipment (UE).

[0291] As an example, the UE201 is a relay device.

[0292] As an example, the UE201 is a gateway device.

[0293] As an example, node 203 corresponds to the base station in this application.

[0294] As an example, node 203 is the base station described in this application.

[0295] As one example, node 203 is a base station device.

[0296] As one embodiment, the node 203 includes a base station device.

[0297] As an example, the base station in this application includes not only the node 203, but also at least one higher-level device; the higher-level device includes at least one of a core network device, an OTT (over the top) server, or an OAM device.

[0298] The above sub-examples facilitate the flexible deployment of AI models on network devices, and are particularly suitable for scenarios such as positioning.

[0299] As one embodiment, the at least one higher-level device has an intelligent module.

[0300] As an example, the at least one higher-level device supports AI / ML models.

[0301] As an example, the at least one higher-level device has at least one of inference function, training function, or reinforcement learning function.

[0302] As one embodiment, the user equipment can be a mobile terminal, such as a mobile phone, iPad, computer, watch, or ring; the user equipment can also be a wearable device, such as a watch, ring, shoes, hat, clothing, or glasses; the user equipment can also be an aircraft; the user equipment can also be a vehicle-mounted terminal; the user equipment can also be a shipborne terminal; the user equipment can also be an Internet of Things (IoT) terminal; the user equipment can also be an industrial IoT terminal; the user equipment can also be a testing device; the user equipment can also be a signaling tester; the user equipment can also be an IAB (Integrated Access and Backhaul)-MT.

[0303] As an example, the base station equipment supports transmission over non-terrestrial networks.

[0304] As one example, the base station equipment supports transmission over a terrestrial network.

[0305] As one embodiment, the base station equipment includes a Base Transceiver Station (BTS).

[0306] As one embodiment, the base station equipment includes a NodeB (NB); the NodeB can be a gNB, an eNB, an ng-eNB, or an en-gNB; the base station equipment can include a CU (Centralized Unit); the base station equipment can also include a DU (Distributed Unit); the base station equipment can also include a TRP (Transmitter Receiver Point).

[0307] As one embodiment, the base station equipment may be a macrocell base station, a microcell base station, a picocell base station, or a femtocell base station; the base station equipment may also be a flight platform equipment or a satellite equipment; the base station equipment may also be a testing equipment or a signaling tester; the base station equipment may also be a gateway equipment; the base station equipment may also be an IAB device; the IAB device includes at least one of IAB-node, IAB-donor, IAB-donor-CU, IAB-donor-DU, IAB-DU, or IAB-MT.

[0308] As one embodiment, the relay device may include a relay; the relay may be an L3 relay or an L2 relay; the relay device may also include a router; the relay device may also include a switch; the relay device may also include a gateway device; the relay device may also include at least a portion of user equipment; the relay device may also include at least a portion of base station equipment.

[0309] Example 3

[0310] Example 3 illustrates a schematic diagram of an embodiment of a wireless protocol architecture for a user plane and control plane according to this application, as shown in Figure 3. Figure 3 is a schematic diagram illustrating an embodiment of a radio protocol architecture for a user plane 350 and a control plane 300. Figure 3 shows the radio protocol architecture for the control plane 300 in three layers: Layer 1, Layer 2, and Layer 3. Layer 1 (L1 layer) is the lowest layer and implements various PHY (Physical Layer) signal processing functions. The L1 layer will be referred to herein as PHY 301. Layer 2 (L2 layer) 305 is above PHY 301 and includes a MAC (Medium Access Control) sublayer 302, an RLC (Radio Link Control) sublayer 303, and a PDCP (Packet Data Convergence Protocol) sublayer 304. The PDCP sublayer 304 provides multiplexing between different radio bearers and logical channels. The PDCP sublayer 304 also provides security through encrypted data packets and provides cross-area mobility support. RLC sublayer 303 provides upper-layer packet segmentation and reassembly, retransmission of lost packets, and packet reordering to compensate for out-of-order reception caused by HARQ (Hybrid Automatic Repeat Request). MAC sublayer 302 provides multiplexing between the logical and transport channels. MAC sublayer 302 is also responsible for allocating various radio resources (e.g., resource blocks) within a cell. MAC sublayer 302 is also responsible for HARQ operations. RRC (Radio Resource Control) sublayer 306 in Layer 3 (L3) of the control plane 300 is responsible for acquiring radio resources (i.e., radio bearers) and using RRC signaling to configure the lower layers. The radio protocol architecture of user plane 350 includes Layer 1 (L1 layer) and Layer 2 (L2 layer). In user plane 350, the radio protocol architecture for physical layer 351, PDCP sublayer 354 in L2 layer 355, RLC sublayer 353 in L2 layer 355, and MAC sublayer 352 in L2 layer 355 is largely the same as the corresponding layers and sublayers in control plane 300. However, PDCP sublayer 354 also provides header compression for upper layer packets to reduce radio transmission overhead. L2 layer 355 in user plane 350 also includes SDAP (Service Data Adaptation Protocol) sublayer 356. SDAP sublayer 356 is responsible for mapping between QoS streams and data radio bearers (DRBs) to support service diversity.

[0311] As an example, the wireless protocol architecture in Figure 3 is applicable to the terminal described in this application.

[0312] As an example, the wireless protocol architecture in Figure 3 is applicable to the base station described in this application.

[0313] As an example, the first measurement configuration in this application is generated in the RRC306.

[0314] As an example, the first measurement configuration in this application is generated by MAC302 or MAC352.

[0315] As an example, the first measurement configuration in this application is generated in the PHY301 or PHY351.

[0316] As an example, the first candidate signaling in this application is generated in the RRC306.

[0317] As an example, the first candidate signaling in this application is generated in MAC302 or MAC352.

[0318] As an example, the first candidate signaling in this application is generated in PHY301 or PHY351.

[0319] As an example, the second candidate signaling in this application is generated in the RRC306.

[0320] As an example, the second candidate signaling in this application is generated in MAC302 or MAC352.

[0321] As an example, the second candidate signaling in this application is generated in PHY301 or PHY351.

[0322] As an example, the first RRC message in this application is generated in RRC306.

[0323] As an example, the first UEInformationRequest message in this application is generated in the RRC306.

[0324] As an example, the first UEInformationResponse message in this application is generated in the RRC306.

[0325] Example 4

[0326] Embodiment 4 illustrates a schematic diagram of a first communication device and a second communication device according to this application, as shown in Figure 4. Figure 4 is a block diagram of a first communication device 450 and a second communication device 410 communicating with each other in an access network.

[0327] The first communication device 450 includes a controller / processor 459, a memory 460, a data source 467, a transmitting processor 468, a receiving processor 456, a multi-antenna transmitting processor 457, a multi-antenna receiving processor 458, a transmitter / receiver 454, and an antenna 452.

[0328] The second communication device 410 includes a controller / processor 475, a memory 476, a receiver processor 470, a transmitter processor 416, a multi-antenna receiver processor 472, a multi-antenna transmitter processor 471, a transmitter / receiver 418, and an antenna 420.

[0329] In the transmission from the second communication device 410 to the first communication device 450, at the second communication device 410, upper-layer data packets from the core network are provided to the controller / processor 475. The controller / processor 475 implements L2 layer functionality. In the transmission from the second communication device 410 to the first communication device 450, the controller / processor 475 provides header compression, encryption, packet segmentation and reordering, multiplexing between logical and transport channels, and radio resource allocation to the first communication device 450 based on various priority metrics. The controller / processor 475 is also responsible for retransmitting lost packets and signaling to the first communication device 450. The transmit processor 416 and the multi-antenna transmit processor 471 implement various signal processing functions for the L1 layer (i.e., the physical layer). Transmit processor 416 performs encoding and interleaving to facilitate forward error correction (FEC) at the second communication device 410, and mapping of signal clusters based on various modulation schemes (e.g., Binary Phase Shift Keying (BPSK), Quadrature Phase Shift Keying (QPSK), M-Phase Shift Keying (M-PSK), M-QAM). Multi-antenna transmit processor 471 performs digital spatial precoding on the encoded and modulated symbols, including codebook-based and non-codebook-based precoding, and beamforming processing, generating one or more spatial streams. Transmit processor 416 then maps each spatial stream to subcarriers, multiplexes it with a reference signal (e.g., a pilot) in the time and / or frequency domains, and subsequently uses inverse fast Fourier transform (IFFT) to generate a physical channel carrying the time-domain multicarrier symbol stream. Multi-antenna transmit processor 471 then performs transmit analog precoding / beamforming operations on the time-domain multicarrier symbol stream. Each transmitter 418 converts the baseband multicarrier symbol stream provided by the multi-antenna transmitter processor 471 into an radio frequency stream, which is then provided to different antennas 420.

[0330] In the transmission from the second communication device 410 to the first communication device 450, at the first communication device 450, each receiver 454 receives a signal through its corresponding antenna 452. Each receiver 454 recovers the information modulated onto the radio frequency carrier and converts the radio frequency stream into a baseband multicarrier symbol stream, which is then provided to the receiver processor 456. The receiver processor 456 and the multi-antenna receiver processor 458 implement various signal processing functions of the L1 layer. The multi-antenna receiver processor 458 performs receive analog precoding / beamforming operations on the baseband multicarrier symbol stream from the receiver 454. The receiver processor 456 uses a Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) to convert the baseband multicarrier symbol stream after the receive analog precoding / beamforming operations from the time domain to the frequency domain. In the frequency domain, the physical layer data signal and the reference signal are demultiplexed by the receiver processor 456, where the reference signal is used for channel estimation, and the data signal is recovered in the multi-antenna receiver processor 458 after multi-antenna detection to recover any spatial stream destined for the first communication device 450. Symbols on each spatial stream are demodulated and recovered in the receive processor 456, generating soft decisions. The receive processor 456 then decodes and deinterleaves the soft decisions to recover the upper-layer data and control signals transmitted by the second communication device 410 over the physical channel. The upper-layer data and control signals are then provided to the controller / processor 459. The controller / processor 459 implements the functions of Layer 2. The controller / processor 459 may be associated with a memory 460 storing program code and data. The memory 460 may be referred to as computer-readable media. In the transmission from the second communication device 410 to the first communication device 450, the controller / processor 459 provides multiplexing, packet reassembly, decryption, header decompression, and control signal processing between the transport and logical channels to recover upper-layer data packets from the core network. The upper-layer data packets are then provided to all protocol layers above Layer 2. Various control signals may also be provided to Layer 3 for Layer 3 processing.

[0331] In the transmission from the first communication device 450 to the second communication device 410, at the first communication device 450, a data source 467 is used to provide upper-layer data packets to the controller / processor 459. The data source 467 represents all protocol layers above the L2 layer. Similar to the transmission functions at the second communication device 410 described in the transmission from the second communication device 410 to the first communication device 450, the controller / processor 459 implements header compression, encryption, packet segmentation and reordering, and multiplexing between logical and transport channels based on radio resource allocation, implementing L2 layer functions for the user plane and control plane. The controller / processor 459 is also responsible for retransmitting lost packets and signaling to the second communication device 410. Transmit processor 468 performs modulation mapping and channel coding processing, while multi-antenna transmit processor 457 performs digital multi-antenna spatial precoding, including codebook-based and non-codebook-based precoding, and beamforming processing. Subsequently, transmit processor 468 modulates the generated spatial stream into a multi-carrier / single-carrier symbol stream. After analog precoding / beamforming operations in multi-antenna transmit processor 457, the stream is provided to different antennas 452 via transmitter 454. Each transmitter 454 first converts the baseband symbol stream provided by multi-antenna transmit processor 457 into a radio frequency symbol stream before providing it to antenna 452.

[0332] In the transmission from the first communication device 450 to the second communication device 410, the function at the second communication device 410 is similar to the receiving function at the first communication device 450 described in the transmission from the second communication device 410 to the first communication device 450. Each receiver 418 receives radio frequency signals through its corresponding antenna 420, converts the received radio frequency signals into baseband signals, and provides the baseband signals to the multi-antenna receiving processor 472 and the receiving processor 470. The receiving processor 470 and the multi-antenna receiving processor 472 jointly implement the L1 layer functions. The controller / processor 475 implements the L2 layer functions. The controller / processor 475 may be associated with a memory 476 that stores program code and data. The memory 476 may be referred to as computer-readable media. In the transmission from the first communication device 450 to the second communication device 410, the controller / processor 475 provides multiplexing between the transmission and logical channels, packet reassembly, decryption, header decompression, and control signal processing to recover upper-layer data packets from the UE 450. Upper-layer packets from the controller / processor 475 can be provided to the core network.

[0333] As one embodiment, the first communication device 450 includes: at least one processor and at least one memory, the at least one memory including computer program code; the at least one memory and the computer program code are configured to be used with the at least one processor, and the first communication device 450 at least: receives a first measurement configuration; stores target measurement information in a first storage unit; wherein the measurement result for the first measurement configuration includes the target measurement information; sends target signaling, the target signaling indicating the target measurement information; wherein whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; wherein the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; the dependence of the target signaling on the triggering method includes: when the target signaling is triggered by a first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein the first RRC message is received via DCCH; when the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0334] As one embodiment, the first communication device 450 includes: a memory storing a computer-readable instruction program that generates actions when executed by at least one processor, the actions including: receiving a first measurement configuration; storing target measurement information in a first storage unit; wherein the measurement result for the first measurement configuration includes the target measurement information; sending target signaling that indicates the target measurement information; wherein whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; wherein the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; the dependence of the target signaling on the triggering method includes: when the target signaling is triggered by a first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein the first RRC message is received via DCCH; when the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0335] As one embodiment, the second communication device 410 includes: at least one processor and at least one memory, the at least one memory including computer program code; the at least one memory and the computer program code are configured to be used with the at least one processor. The second communication device 410 at least: transmits a first measurement configuration; receives target signaling, the target signaling indicating target measurement information; wherein the target measurement information is stored in a first storage unit; wherein the measurement result for the first measurement configuration includes the target measurement information; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; wherein the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling including: when the target signaling is triggered by a first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein the first RRC message is received via DCCH; when the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0336] As one embodiment, the second communication device 410 includes: a memory storing a computer-readable instruction program that, when executed by at least one processor, produces actions including: sending a first measurement configuration; receiving target signaling indicating target measurement information; wherein the target measurement information is stored in a first storage unit; wherein the measurement result for the first measurement configuration includes the target measurement information; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; wherein the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling including: when the target signaling is triggered by a first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein the first RRC message is received via DCCH; when the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0337] As one embodiment, at least one of the antenna 452, the receiver 454, the receiving processor 456, and the controller / processor 459 is used to receive the first measurement configuration; at least one of the antenna 420, the transmitter 418, the transmitting processor 416, and the controller / processor 475 is used to transmit the first measurement configuration.

[0338] As one embodiment, at least one of the antenna 452, the transmitter 454, the transmission processor 468, and the controller / processor 459 is used to transmit target signaling; at least one of the antenna 420, the receiver 418, the receiving processor 470, and the controller / processor 475 is used to receive target signaling.

[0339] As one embodiment, at least one of the antenna 452, the receiver 454, the receiving processor 456, and the controller / processor 459 is used to receive the first RRC message; at least one of the antenna 420, the transmitter 418, the transmitting processor 416, and the controller / processor 475 is used to transmit the first RRC message.

[0340] As an example, the first communication device 450 corresponds to the terminal in this application.

[0341] As an example, the terminal in this application includes the first communication device 450.

[0342] As an example, the second communication device 410 corresponds to the base station in this application.

[0343] As an example, the base station in this application includes the second communication device 410.

[0344] As an example, the first communication device 450 is a user equipment.

[0345] As an example, the first communication device 450 is a base station device.

[0346] As an example, the first communication device 450 is a relay device.

[0347] As one embodiment, the second communication device 410 is a user equipment.

[0348] As one embodiment, the second communication device 410 is a base station device.

[0349] As one embodiment, the second communication device 410 is a relay device.

[0350] Example 5

[0351] Example 5 illustrates a wireless signal transmission flowchart according to an embodiment of this application, as shown in Figure 5. It should be noted that the order in this example does not limit the signal transmission order or the order of implementation in this application.

[0352] For terminal U01, in step S5101, a first measurement configuration is received; in step S5102, target measurement information is stored in a first storage unit; in step S5103, a first RRC message is received; in step S5104, a first candidate signaling is sent as a response to receiving the first RRC message; in step S5105, a first event is satisfied; in step S5106, a second candidate signaling is sent as a response to the first event being satisfied.

[0353] For base station N02, in step S5201, the first measurement configuration is sent; in step S5202, the first RRC message is sent; in step S5203, the first candidate signaling is received; and in step S5204, the second candidate signaling is received.

[0354] In Example 5, whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; wherein, the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; the dependence of the triggering method on whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling includes:

[0355] When the target signaling is triggered by the first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein, the first RRC message is received through the DCCH;

[0356] When the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0357] As an example, the terminal receives a first measurement configuration.

[0358] As one example, the terminal receives the response of the first measurement configuration and performs the first measurement.

[0359] As an example, the first measurement is for AI / ML training data collection.

[0360] As an example, the first measurement is based on a beam.

[0361] As an example, the first measurement is based on a reference signal.

[0362] As an example, the first measurement is based on RS resources.

[0363] As an example, in response to the execution of the first measurement, the target measurement unit is stored in the first storage unit.

[0364] As an example, in response to the successful execution of the first measurement, the target measurement unit is stored in the first storage unit.

[0365] As one embodiment, in response to the terminal receiving the first measurement configuration, the target measurement unit is stored in the first storage unit.

[0366] As an example, the dashed box F5.1 is optional.

[0367] As an example, the dashed box F5.1 is present.

[0368] As an example, the terminal receives a first RRC message.

[0369] As one example, in response to the terminal receiving the first RRC message, the first signaling is sent.

[0370] As one embodiment, the first candidate signaling is RRC signaling, which is used to confirm that the process to which the first RRC message belongs has been completed; wherein, the target signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available.

[0371] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first candidate signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available.

[0372] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the process to which the first RRC message belongs includes: RRC establishment process.

[0373] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the process to which the first RRC message belongs includes: RRC recovery process.

[0374] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the process to which the first RRC message belongs includes: RRC reconfiguration process.

[0375] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the process to which the first RRC message belongs includes: RRC re-establishment process.

[0376] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first candidate signaling is sent as a response to confirming that the process to which the first RRC message belongs has been completed.

[0377] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiment, when it is confirmed that the process to which the first RRC message belongs has been completed, the first candidate signaling is sent.

[0378] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first candidate signaling is sent when it is confirmed that at least the process to which the first RRC message belongs has been completed.

[0379] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, once it is confirmed that the process to which the first RRC message belongs has been completed, the first candidate signaling is sent.

[0380] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first RRC message is an RRCReconfiguration message, and the first candidate signaling is an RRCReconfigurationComplete message.

[0381] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first RRC message is an RRCReestablishment message; the first candidate signaling is an RRCReestablishmentComplete message.

[0382] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first RRC message is an RRCResume message; the first candidate signaling is an RRCResumeComplete message.

[0383] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first RRC message is an RRCSetup message; the first candidate signaling is an RRCSetupComplete message.

[0384] As an example, the first RRC message is a UEInformationRequest message, and the first candidate signaling is a UEInformationResponse message; wherein the target signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0385] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first candidate signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0386] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, if the first RRC message is a UEInformationRequest message and the first candidate signaling is a UEInformationResponse message, the first candidate signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0387] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, if the first RRC message is a UEInformationRequest message and the first candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message, the first candidate signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0388] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first RRC message is an RRC configuration message; the first candidate signaling is a UEInformationResponse message, and the first candidate signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0389] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first RRC message is an RRC configuration message; the first candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message, and the first candidate signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0390] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiment, the RRC configuration message includes: the RRCReconfiguration message.

[0391] As a sub-example of the above embodiment, the RRC configuration message includes: the RRCReestablishment message.

[0392] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the RRC configuration message includes: the RRCResume message.

[0393] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the RRC configuration message includes: the RRCSetup message.

[0394] As an example, the dashed box F5.1 does not exist.

[0395] As an example, the dashed box F5.2 is optional.

[0396] As an example, the dashed box F5.2 is present.

[0397] As an example, the first event is satisfied.

[0398] As an example, the second candidate signaling is sent.

[0399] As one embodiment, the second candidate signaling is signaling at the protocol layer below the RRC sublayer, or the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message, or the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReport message.

[0400] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, when the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; the second candidate signaling indicates that target measurement information is available.

[0401] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the second candidate signaling is a MAC sublayer signaling.

[0402] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the second candidate signaling is a MAC CE.

[0403] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the second candidate signaling is a MAC subheader.

[0404] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the second candidate signaling is a UCI.

[0405] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first event includes a first condition.

[0406] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, in response to the first condition being met, the second candidate signaling is signaling of the protocol layer below the RRC sublayer.

[0407] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, when the second candidate signaling is signaling of the protocol layer below the RRC sublayer, it indicates that the terminal has encountered the first condition.

[0408] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message.

[0409] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReport message.

[0410] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReportAppLayer message.

[0411] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the first event includes a second condition.

[0412] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, in response to the second condition being met, the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message, or the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReport message.

[0413] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, when the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message or a MeasurementReport message, it indicates that the terminal has encountered the second condition.

[0414] As an example, in response to the fulfillment of the first event, a second candidate signaling is sent, which is an RRC message other than the UEInformationResponse message, and the second candidate signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0415] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReport message.

[0416] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReportAppLayer message.

[0417] As a sub-implementation of the above embodiments, the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message.

[0418] As an example, the dashed box F5.2 does not exist.

[0419] Example 6

[0420] Example 6 illustrates a flowchart of receiving a first UEInformationRequest message after the target signaling is transmitted according to an embodiment of this application, as shown in Figure 6. It should be noted that the order in this example does not limit the signal transmission order or the order of implementation in this application.

[0421] For terminal U01, in step S6101, a first UEInformationRequest message is received; in step S6102, as a response to the receipt of the first UEInformationRequest message, a first UEInformationResponse message is sent.

[0422] For base station N02, in step S6201, target signaling is received, which indicates that the target measurement information is available; in step S6202, a first UEInformationRequest message is sent; in step S6203, a first UEInformationResponse message is received.

[0423] In Embodiment 6, the first UEInformationResponse message includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0424] As an example, after the target signaling is sent, a first UEInformationRequest message is received, the target signaling indicating that the target measurement information is available.

[0425] As an example, the first UEInformationRequest message includes a first request indication, which is used to request target measurement information in the first storage unit.

[0426] As an example, the first request indication is set to true, which is an explicit indication to request the target measurement information in the first storage unit.

[0427] As an example, the name of the first request indication implicitly indicates that it is for requesting target measurement information in the first storage unit.

[0428] As an example, the name indicated by the first request includes Req.

[0429] As an example, the name indicated by the first request includes ReportReq.

[0430] As an example, the name indicated by the first request includes logMeasReportReq.

[0431] As an example, in response to the sending of the target signaling, a first UEInformationResponse message is sent, the first UEInformationResponse message including the target measurement information in the first storage unit.

[0432] As an example, sending the first UEInformationResponse message depends on the first UEInformationRequest message being received.

[0433] As an example, in response to the receipt of the first UEInformationRequest message, the first UEInformationResponse message is sent.

[0434] As an example, after the first UEInformationRequest message is received, the first UEInformationResponse message is sent.

[0435] As an example, the content of the first UEInformationResponse message depends on the first request indication.

[0436] As an example, the first UEInformationResponse message is sent as a response to the receipt of the first request indication in the first UEInformationResponse message.

[0437] As an example, sending the first UEInformationResponse message does not depend on the first UEInformationRequest message.

[0438] As an example, setting the content of the first UEInformationResponse message does not depend on the first UEInformationRequest message.

[0439] As an example, in response to the target signaling being sent and the first timer expiring, the first UEInformationResponse message is sent.

[0440] As an example, the first timer is started when the target signaling is sent.

[0441] As an example, when it is determined that the target signaling has been successfully sent, the first timer is started.

[0442] As an example, when the first UEInformationRequest message is received, the first timer is started.

[0443] As an example, the at least part of the target measurement information is the entirety of the target measurement information.

[0444] As an example, the at least part of the target measurement information is a portion of the target measurement information.

[0445] As an example, at least a portion of the target measurement information includes information about the first measurement configuration.

[0446] As an example, at least a portion of the target measurement information is used to perform at least one of training or inference of an AI / ML model.

[0447] As an example, at least a portion of the target measurement information is used by the network for reinforcement learning.

[0448] Example 7

[0449] Example 7 illustrates a schematic diagram of an SRB carrying the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling according to an embodiment of this application, as shown in Figure 7.

[0450] In Example 7, the first candidate signaling uses SRB4 or an SRB with an identifier greater than 5; the second candidate signaling uses an SRB with an identifier less than 4.

[0451] As an example, the first candidate signaling uses SRB4 or an SRB-dependent RRC configuration with an identifier greater than 5.

[0452] As one example, the RRC configuration includes a first measurement configuration.

[0453] As an example, the RRC configuration is the first measurement configuration.

[0454] As an example, the RRC configuration is the first RRC message.

[0455] As an example, the RRC configuration belongs to the first RRC message.

[0456] As an example, the RRC configuration includes a first field indicating the SRB used by the first candidate signaling.

[0457] As an example, the first field indicates the SRB used to transmit target measurement information.

[0458] As an example, the first field indicates the SRB for which target measurement information is available.

[0459] As an example, the first field indicates the SRB of the first candidate signaling.

[0460] As an example, the first field indicates the SRB of the second candidate signaling.

[0461] As an example, the first field indicates the SRB of the first candidate signaling and / or the second candidate signaling.

[0462] As an example, the name of the first domain includes SRB.

[0463] As an example, the name of the first domain includes the name of the SRB.

[0464] As an example, the value of the first field is set to true.

[0465] As an example, the data type of the first field is ENUMERATED, and the value of the first field is set to allowed.

[0466] As an example, the name of the first domain includes reportingSRB.

[0467] As an example, the name of the first domain includes reportingSRB-r19.

[0468] As an example, the name of the first domain includes reportingSRB-r20.

[0469] As an example, the value of the first field is set to SRB4 indicating SRB4.

[0470] As an example, the value of the first field is set to SRB6 to indicate SRB6.

[0471] As an example, one implementation of the first domain is as follows:

[0472] As an example, one implementation of the first domain is as follows:

[0473] As an example, the name of the first domain includes SRB-Identity.

[0474] As an example, the value of the first field is set to the identifier of the SRB.

[0475] As an example, the identifier of the SRB is 4, indicating SRB4.

[0476] As an example, the identifier of the SRB is 6, indicating SRB6.

[0477] As an example, the identifier of the SRB is X indicating a new SRB, where X is greater than or equal to 6.

[0478] As an example, one implementation of the first domain is as follows:

[0479] As an example, the value of the first field includes an SRB-Identity, which is set as the identifier of the SRB.

[0480] As an example, one implementation of the first domain is as follows:

[0481] As an example, the first candidate signaling is a UEInformationResponse message, which includes target measurement information; the first candidate signaling is carried by SRB4.

[0482] As an example, the first candidate signaling is a UEInformationResponse message, which includes target measurement information; the first candidate signaling is carried by an SRB with an identifier greater than 5.

[0483] As an example, the second candidate signaling uses an SRB-dependent first event with an identifier less than 4.

[0484] As an example, one of the events in the first event triggers the second candidate signaling, which is carried by SRB1.

[0485] As an example, another event in the first event triggers the second candidate signaling, which is carried by SRB3.

[0486] As an example, the second candidate signaling uses an SRB with an identifier less than 4, which depends on the second candidate signaling being a UEAssistanceInformation message.

[0487] As one example, the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message, and the second candidate signaling is carried by SRB1.

[0488] As an example, the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReport message, which is carried by SRB1.

[0489] Example 8

[0490] Example 8 illustrates a schematic diagram of the first event according to an embodiment of the present application, as shown in Figure 8.

[0491] In embodiment 8, the first event includes: the amount of data of the target measurement information satisfies a first threshold; wherein the first threshold depends on the first storage unit.

[0492] As one embodiment, the first event depends on either the first measurement configuration or the first storage unit.

[0493] As an example, the first event depends on the first measurement configuration.

[0494] As one example, the first event depends on the priority of the measurement results for the first measurement configuration.

[0495] As one example, the first event depends on the priority of the first measurement configuration.

[0496] As one embodiment, the first event depends on the first storage unit.

[0497] As one embodiment, the first event depends on the first measurement configuration and the first storage unit.

[0498] As an example, the first event depends on the first measurement configuration and the target information block in the first storage unit.

[0499] As an example, the first event includes: the amount of data of the target measurement information meets a first threshold.

[0500] As an example, the data volume of the target measurement information is the same as the data volume of the target measurement information in the first storage unit.

[0501] As an example, the amount of data in the target measurement information depends on the measurement results of the first measurement configuration.

[0502] As an example, the data volume of the target measurement information is the measurement result of the first measurement configuration.

[0503] As an example, the amount of data in the target measurement information is the portion of the measurement results of the first measurement configuration that meets certain conditions.

[0504] As one embodiment, satisfying certain conditions includes: the measurement result of the first measurement configuration is higher than a first storage threshold.

[0505] As an example, in response to the measurement result of the first measurement configuration being higher than a first storage threshold, target measurement information, which is the measurement result of the first measurement configuration, is stored in the first storage unit.

[0506] As one embodiment, satisfying certain conditions includes: the measurement results of the first measurement configuration are for a dedicated RS resource.

[0507] As an example, satisfying certain conditions includes: the measurement results of the first measurement configuration are used for AI / ML training data collection.

[0508] As an example, satisfying certain conditions includes: the measurement results of the first measurement configuration are used for AI / ML model inference.

[0509] As one embodiment, the first threshold is the size of the first storage cell.

[0510] As an example, the first threshold is the product of the size of the first storage cell and a first value; the first value is greater than 0 and not greater than 1.

[0511] As an example, the first value is not less than 0 and is less than 1.

[0512] As an example, the first value is configurable.

[0513] As an example, the first value is configured by the network.

[0514] As an example, the first value is configured along with the first threshold.

[0515] As an example, the first value is configured by the terminal itself.

[0516] As an example, the first value is inferred by the terminal based on AI / ML.

[0517] As an example, the first value is the default value.

[0518] As an example, the first threshold depends on the amount of data carried by the wireless bearer.

[0519] As an example, the amount of data carried by the wireless carrier does not exceed a first data volume threshold.

[0520] As an example, "not more than" means less than or equal to.

[0521] As an example, "not more than" means "less than".

[0522] As an example, "not more than" means "equal to".

[0523] As an example, the first threshold is the first data volume threshold.

[0524] As an example, the first threshold is the first data volume threshold and the first value.

[0525] As an example, the first threshold is configurable.

[0526] As an example, the first threshold is configured by an RRC message.

[0527] As an example, the first threshold is configured by a SIB1 message.

[0528] As an example, the first threshold is configured by the first measurement configuration.

[0529] As one embodiment, the first event includes: the reporting conditions of the first measurement configuration being met.

[0530] As one example, the reporting conditions of the first measurement configuration include a reporting period.

[0531] As an example, the reporting condition for the first measurement configuration includes that the measurement result for the first measurement configuration is lower than a second threshold.

[0532] As an example, the measurement result of the first measurement configuration includes RSRP, and the second threshold is an RSRP threshold.

[0533] As an example, the measurement results of the first measurement configuration include RSRQ (Reference Signal Receiving Quality), and the second threshold is an RSRQ threshold.

[0534] As an example, the reporting condition of the first measurement configuration includes the amount of data of the measurement results of the first measurement configuration reaching a first threshold.

[0535] As one embodiment, the first event includes: the amount of data in the first storage unit reaches a third threshold.

[0536] As an example, the amount of data in the first storage unit includes the amount of data related to the target measurement information.

[0537] As an example, the first event depends on the priority of the target measurement information in the first storage unit.

[0538] As one embodiment, the first event includes: the amount of data in the first storage unit reaches a third threshold and the target measurement information has a high priority.

[0539] As an example, a higher priority for the target information block means that the priority value of the target measurement information is less than an integer; wherein, the smaller the priority value, the higher the priority.

[0540] As an example, the higher priority of the target information block means that the priority of the target measurement information is the highest priority.

[0541] As an example, the third threshold is configurable.

[0542] As an example, the third threshold is the first threshold.

[0543] As one embodiment, the first event includes: the terminal's battery level meets a fourth threshold.

[0544] As one example, the fourth threshold depends on the terminal to implement itself.

[0545] As an example, the first event includes: the storage time of the target measurement information is higher than a first time threshold.

[0546] As one embodiment, the first event includes: the target measurement information is not indicated during a first time interval.

[0547] As an example, the first time interval refers to the period when the second timer is running.

[0548] As one embodiment, the second timer begins when a signal indicating that the target measurement information is available is sent.

[0549] As one embodiment, the second timer starts when signaling including the target measurement information is sent.

[0550] As one embodiment, the first event includes: the terminal entering a first state.

[0551] As an example, the terminal entering the first state means that the terminal predicts that it will enter the first state after a certain period of time.

[0552] As an example, the first state refers to: RRC connection failure.

[0553] As an example, the first state refers to: switching failure.

[0554] As an example, the first state refers to entering the RRC_INACTIVE state.

[0555] As an example, the first state refers to entering the RRC_IDLE state.

[0556] As an example, in response to the terminal's prediction that it will enter the first state after a certain period of time, a second candidate signaling is sent, the second candidate signaling including the target measurement information.

[0557] As an example, the terminal entering the first state means that the terminal has completed entering the first state.

[0558] As an example, the first state refers to: accessing a new cell.

[0559] As one example, accessing the new cell includes: successfully connecting to the new cell.

[0560] As one example, accessing the new cell includes: successfully switching to the new cell.

[0561] As an example, in response to the completion of the terminal entering the first state, a second candidate signaling is sent, indicating that the target measurement information is available.

[0562] As an example, in response to the completion of the terminal entering the first state, a second candidate signaling is sent, the second candidate signaling including the target measurement information.

[0563] As one embodiment, the first event includes: the number of times the terminal switches continuously reaches a fourth threshold.

[0564] As an example, the terminal did not indicate the target measurement information during continuous switching.

[0565] As an example, the terminal did not receive candidate cell configuration during continuous handover.

[0566] As an example, the fourth threshold is the maximum number of cells that can be continuously switched.

[0567] As an example, the fourth threshold is the number of candidate cells.

[0568] As one embodiment, the first event includes: the terminal's movement distance exceeding a fifth threshold.

[0569] As one embodiment, the starting point of the terminal is the location where the first storage unit stores the target measurement information.

[0570] As an example, the starting point of the terminal is the location where the first measurement configuration is performed.

[0571] As an example, when the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; the second candidate signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available or the second candidate signaling includes the target measurement information.

[0572] As one embodiment, the second candidate signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available or the second candidate signaling includes the target measurement information depending on the first event.

[0573] As an example, when the first event is a third condition, the second candidate signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available.

[0574] As an example, when the first event is the fourth condition, the second candidate signaling includes the target measurement information.

[0575] As an example, the third condition and the fourth condition include at least one of the first events.

[0576] As an example, the third condition is different from the fourth condition.

[0577] As an example, the third condition and the fourth condition have overlap.

[0578] Example 9

[0579] Example 9 illustrates a structural block diagram of a processing device in a terminal according to an embodiment of the present application; as shown in Figure 9. In Figure 9, the processing device 900 in the terminal includes a first receiver 901, a first processor 902, and a first transmitter 903.

[0580] The first receiver 901 receives the first measurement configuration;

[0581] A first processor 902 stores target measurement information in a first storage unit; wherein the measurement result configured for the first measurement includes the target measurement information;

[0582] The first transmitter 903 transmits target signaling, which indicates the target measurement information;

[0583] In embodiment 9, whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; wherein the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; the determination of whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling, including:

[0584] When the target signaling is triggered by the first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein, the first RRC message is received through the DCCH;

[0585] When the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0586] As one embodiment, the first candidate signaling is RRC signaling, which is used to confirm that the process to which the first RRC message belongs has been completed; wherein, the target signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available.

[0587] As one embodiment, the method includes:

[0588] The first receiver 901 receives the first UEInformationRequest message after the target signaling is sent;

[0589] The first transmitter 903, in response to the receipt of the first UEInformationRequest message, sends a first UEInformationResponse message;

[0590] The first UEInformationResponse message includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0591] As one embodiment, the second candidate signaling is signaling at the protocol layer below the RRC sublayer, or the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message, or the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReport message.

[0592] As an example, the first RRC message is a UEInformationRequest message, the first candidate signaling is a UEInformationResponse message, and the second candidate signaling is an RRC message other than the UEInformationResponse message; wherein, the target signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0593] As an example, the first candidate signaling uses SRB4 or an SRB with an identifier greater than 5; the second candidate signaling uses an SRB with an identifier less than 4.

[0594] As one embodiment, the first event includes: the amount of data of the target measurement information meets a first threshold; wherein the first threshold depends on the first storage unit.

[0595] As one embodiment, the first receiver 901 includes at least one of the following in Figure 4 of this application: antenna 452, receiver 454, multi-antenna receiver processor 458, receiver processor 456, controller / processor 459, memory 460, or data source 467.

[0596] As one embodiment, the first receiver 901 includes at least an antenna 452 and a receiver 454 as shown in Figure 4 of this application.

[0597] As one embodiment, the first processor 902 includes a first receiver 901 and a first transmitter 903.

[0598] As one embodiment, the first transmitter 903 includes at least one of the following in Figure 4 of this application: antenna 452, transmitter 454, multi-antenna transmitter processor 457, transmitter processor 468, controller / processor 459, memory 460, or data source 467.

[0599] As one embodiment, the first transmitter 903 includes at least an antenna 452 and a transmitter 454 as shown in Figure 4 of this application.

[0600] Example 10

[0601] Example 10 illustrates a structural block diagram of a processing apparatus in a base station according to an embodiment of the present application; as shown in Figure 10. In Figure 10, the processing apparatus 1000 in the base station includes a second transmitter 1001 and a second receiver 1002.

[0602] The second transmitter 1001 transmits the first measurement configuration;

[0603] The second receiver 1002 receives target signaling, the target signaling indicating the target measurement information;

[0604] In embodiment 10, target measurement information is stored in the first storage unit; wherein, the measurement result configured for the first measurement includes the target measurement information; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; wherein, the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling including:

[0605] When the target signaling is triggered by the first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein, the first RRC message is received through the DCCH;

[0606] When the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal.

[0607] As one embodiment, the first candidate signaling is RRC signaling, which is used to confirm that the process to which the first RRC message belongs has been completed; wherein, the target signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available.

[0608] As an example,

[0609] The second transmitter 1001 sends a first UEInformationRequest message; the sending of the first UEInformationRequest message depends on receiving target signaling.

[0610] The second receiver 1002 receives the first UEInformationResponse message;

[0611] The first UEInformationResponse message includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0612] As one embodiment, the second candidate signaling is signaling at the protocol layer below the RRC sublayer, or the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message, or the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReport message.

[0613] As an example, the first RRC message is a UEInformationRequest message, the first candidate signaling is a UEInformationResponse message, and the second candidate signaling is an RRC message other than the UEInformationResponse message; wherein, the target signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0614] As an example, the first candidate signaling uses SRB4 or an SRB with an identifier greater than 5; the second candidate signaling uses an SRB with an identifier less than 4.

[0615] As one embodiment, the first event includes: the amount of data of the target measurement information meets a first threshold; wherein the first threshold depends on the first storage unit.

[0616] As one embodiment, the second transmitter 1001 includes at least one of the following in Figure 4 of this application: antenna 420, transmitter 418, multi-antenna transmitter processor 471, transmitter processor 416, controller / processor 475, or memory 476.

[0617] As one embodiment, the second transmitter 1001 includes at least an antenna 420 and a transmitter 418 as shown in Figure 4 of this application.

[0618] As one embodiment, the second receiver 1002 includes at least one of the following in Figure 4 of this application: antenna 420, receiver 418, multi-antenna receiver processor 472, receiver processor 470, controller / processor 475, or memory 476.

[0619] As one embodiment, the second receiver 1002 includes at least an antenna 420 and a receiver 418 as shown in Figure 4 of this application.

[0620] Example 11

[0621] Example 11 illustrates a schematic diagram of an AI / ML model according to an embodiment of this application, as shown in Figure 11. Figure 11 includes a first module, a second module, a third module, a fourth module, and a fifth module.

[0622] In Example 11, in the AI / ML model shown in Figure 11, the first module sends a first dataset to the second module, the first module sends a second dataset to the third module, the first module sends a third dataset to the fifth module, the fifth module sends a first type of parameter group to the second module, the fifth module sends a second type of parameter group to the third module, the fifth module sends a third type of parameter group to the fourth module, the second module sends a fourth type of parameter group to the fourth module, and the fourth module sends a fifth type of parameter group to the third module.

[0623] As an example, any one of the first module, second module, third module, fourth module, and fifth module in an AI / ML model does not belong to the terminal described in this application.

[0624] The above methods reduce the hardware complexity of the terminal.

[0625] As an example, at least one of the first module, the second module, the third module, the fourth module, and the fifth module in an AI / ML model belongs to the terminal in this application; and at least one of the first module, the second module, the third module, the fourth module, and the fifth module belongs to the base station in this application.

[0626] The above method balances the hardware complexity of the terminal with the transmission latency.

[0627] As an example, the third module belongs to the terminal described in this application.

[0628] As an example, the third module belongs to the base station described in this application.

[0629] As an example, the first module is used for data collection; specifically, the first module is responsible for data collection; specifically, the first module has data collection functions.

[0630] As one embodiment, the second module has a training function, which is used for AI / ML model training; specifically, the training function is responsible for AI / ML model training; specifically, the training function has AI / ML model training capabilities; specifically, the training function performs AI / ML model training.

[0631] As one example, the second module performs validation and / or testing; specifically, the second module generates AI / ML model performance metrics.

[0632] As one embodiment, the second module is responsible for data preparation; specifically, the data preparation includes at least one of data pre-processing, cleaning, formatting, or transformation.

[0633] As an example, the third module is used for inference; specifically, the third module has inference function; specifically, the inference function is responsible for inference.

[0634] As one embodiment, the fourth module is used for AI / ML model storage; specifically, the fourth module has AI / ML model storage function; specifically, the fourth module is responsible for storing trained AI / ML models; specifically, the fourth module is responsible for storing trained AI / ML models that can be used to perform inference processing.

[0635] As an example, the fifth module is used for management; specifically, the fifth module is responsible for management; specifically, the fifth module has management functions; specifically, the fifth module manages AI / ML models.

[0636] As an example, the first dataset is training data, and the first dataset is the input of the second module.

[0637] As an example, the first dataset is configured by the network.

[0638] As an example, the first dataset is determined by the terminal.

[0639] As an example, the first dataset includes the terminal's stored data; the stored data may come from the network, the terminal's logs, or other RAN nodes.

[0640] As an example, the first dataset includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0641] As an example, the second dataset is inference data, which is the input of the third module.

[0642] As an example, the second dataset is configured by the network.

[0643] As an example, the second dataset is determined by the terminal.

[0644] As one embodiment, the second dataset includes the terminal's stored data; the stored data may come from the network, the terminal's logs, or other RAN nodes.

[0645] As an example, the second dataset includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0646] As an example, the third dataset is monitoring data, which is the input of the fifth module.

[0647] As an example, the third dataset is configured by the network.

[0648] As an example, the third dataset is determined by the terminal.

[0649] As an example, the third dataset is determined by the base station.

[0650] As an example, the third dataset includes the terminal's stored data; the stored data may come from the network, the terminal's logs, or other RAN nodes.

[0651] As an example, the third dataset includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0652] As an example, the first type of parameter group includes monitoring output.

[0653] As one embodiment, the second type of parameter group includes management instructions; specifically, the second type of parameter group is used for fine-tuning operations of the inference function; specifically, the second type of parameter group includes the identifier of the AI / ML model; specifically, the second type of parameter group is used for selecting, and / or switching, and / or activating / deactivating, and / or reverting the AI / ML model.

[0654] As an example, the third type of parameter group includes AI / ML model transfer requests and / or AI / ML model delivery requests.

[0655] As an example, the fourth parameter group includes trained AI / ML models and / or updated AI / ML models; specifically, the fourth parameter group indicates the identifier of the AI / ML model.

[0656] As an example, the fifth parameter group includes AI / ML model transfer and / or AI / ML model delivery; specifically, the fifth parameter group indicates the identifier of the AI / ML model.

[0657] As an example, the second module sends the first type of output to the fifth module.

[0658] As an example, the first type of output includes monitoring output.

[0659] As an example, the second type of output includes inference output.

[0660] As an example, the second type of output is used by the fifth module to monitor the performance of the AI / ML model.

[0661] As an example, the third module sends the second type of output to the fifth module.

[0662] As an example, Example 11 is only intended to illustrate that this application can be used in AI / ML models. This example does not limit the application of this application to non-AI / ML operations, nor does it limit the application of this application to other types of AI / ML models to achieve effects comparable to the AI / ML model shown in Figure 11.

[0663] Example 12

[0664] Example 12 illustrates a schematic diagram of intelligent function deployment in a RAN (Radio Access Network) domain according to one embodiment of this application; as shown in Figure 12. The gNB in ​​Example 12 can be replaced with, for example, an eNB, or a network device such as a 6G base station.

[0665] Intelligent functions in the RAN domain include training (also known as ML training, AI training, or AI / ML training), testing (also known as ML testing, AI testing, or AI / ML testing), and inference (also known as ML inference, AI inference, or AI / ML inference), among others. Training, testing, and inference functions can be deployed independently or co-located. Deployment of intelligent functions can be achieved through software, such as downloading and / or running executable files; or through a combination of software and hardware, such as accelerating specific computing units through hardware to improve processing speed or save power.

[0666] Training functions can be deployed in a cross-domain management system or a domain-specific management system; the domain-specific management system is used to manage the RAN domain or the CN (Core Network) domain. For example, training functions for MDA (Management Data Analytics) can be deployed in MDAF (MDA Function); training functions for network data analytics can be deployed in NWDAF (Network Data Analytics Function), meaning the training function is MTLF (Model Training Logical Function).

[0667] Inference functions can also be deployed in cross-domain management systems or domain-specific management systems; for example, the inference function is MDAF, or the inference function is AnLF (Analytics logical function) located in NWDAF.

[0668] Similarly, testing functionality can also be deployed in cross-domain management systems or domain-specific management systems.

[0669] In embodiment 12, the training function 1702 of the RAN domain is located in the management function 1703 of the RAN domain; while the inference function is located in the base station, i.e.

[0670] Inference function 1704 is located in gNB1705, inference function 1706 is located in gNB1707, and the ellipsis in Figure 12 indicates other gNBs that include other inference functions but are not shown.

[0671] In Figure 12, the management of the inference function of multiple base stations is completed by the RAN domain management function 1703, that is, data interaction with the RAN domain MnS (Mangement Service) consumer / cross-domain management 1701 (as shown by the dashed arrow 1708 in Figure 12).

[0672] Optionally, the management of inference functions can also be completed by the base station itself, that is, each base station can independently interact with the RAN domain MnS consumer / cross-domain management 1701.

[0673] It should be noted that Embodiment 12 is merely a non-limiting implementation method; optionally, the training function of the RAN domain may also be deployed at the base station; or optionally, some base stations may deploy both the inference function and the training function of the RAN domain, while some base stations may only deploy the inference function.

[0674] As an example, the base station described in this application includes a gNB (or base station) from Example 12.

[0675] As an example, the base station described in this application is a gNB (or base station) in Example 12.

[0676] As an example, the current at least one serving cell belongs to gNB1705, and the previous at least one serving cell belongs to gNB1707.

[0677] As an example, the current at least one serving cell belongs to gNB1705, and the previous at least one serving cell also belongs to gNB1705.

[0678] As an example, the node 203 in Figure 2 of this application includes the RAN domain MnS consumer / cross-domain management 1701 in Figure 12.

[0679] As an example, the node 203 in Figure 2 of this application includes the training function 1702 in Figure 12.

[0680] As an example, node 203 in Figure 2 of this application includes management function 1703 in Figure 12.

[0681] As an example, node 203 in Figure 2 of this application includes the reasoning function 1704 in Figure 12.

[0682] As an example, the node 211 in Figure 2 of this application includes the RAN domain MnS consumer / cross-domain management 1701 in Figure 12.

[0683] As an example, the input to the training function 1702 in Figure 12 includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0684] As an example, the input to the inference function 1704 in Figure 12 includes at least a portion of the target measurement information.

[0685] Those skilled in the art will understand that all or part of the steps in the above methods can be implemented by a program instructing related hardware, and the program can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, such as a read-only memory, hard disk, or optical disk. Optionally, all or part of the steps in the above embodiments can also be implemented using one or more integrated circuits. Accordingly, each module unit in the above embodiments can be implemented in hardware or in the form of software functional modules. This application is not limited to any specific combination of software and hardware. The user equipment, terminal, and UE in this application include, but are not limited to, drones, communication modules on drones, remote-controlled aircraft, aircraft, small aircraft, mobile phones, tablets, laptops, vehicle-mounted communication devices, wireless sensors, internet cards, IoT terminals, RFID terminals, NB-IoT terminals, MTC (Machine Type Communication) terminals, eMTC (enhanced MTC) terminals, data cards, internet cards, vehicle-mounted communication devices, low-cost mobile phones, low-cost tablets, and other wireless communication devices. The base station or system equipment in this application includes, but is not limited to, macrocell base stations, microcell base stations, home base stations, relay base stations, gNB (NR Node B), TRP (Transmitter Receiver Point), and other wireless communication equipment.

[0686] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

A method used in a terminal, characterized in that, include: Receive first measurement configuration; The target measurement information is stored in the first storage unit; wherein the measurement result configured for the first measurement includes the target measurement information; Send a target signaling message, the target signaling message indicating the target measurement information; Whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; wherein the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; the determination of whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling, including: When the target signaling is triggered by the first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein, the first RRC message is received through the DCCH; When the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first candidate signaling is RRC signaling, which is used to confirm that the process to which the first RRC message belongs has been completed; wherein, the target signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The method includes: After the target signaling is sent, a first UEInformationRequest message is received; As a response to the receipt of the first UEInformationRequest message, a first UEInformationResponse message is sent; The first UEInformationResponse message includes at least a portion of the target measurement information. The method according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The second candidate signaling is signaling at the protocol layer below the RRC sublayer, or the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message, or the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReport message. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first RRC message is a UEInformationRequest message, and the first candidate signaling is a UEInformationResponse message; the second candidate signaling is an RRC message other than a UEInformationResponse message; wherein, the target signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first candidate signaling uses SRB4 or an SRB with an identifier greater than 5; the second candidate signaling uses an SRB with an identifier less than 4. The method according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The first event includes: the amount of data of the target measurement information meets a first threshold; wherein the first threshold depends on the first storage unit. A terminal, characterized in that, The terminal includes: one or more processors and memory; The memory is coupled to the one or more processors, the memory being used to store computer program code, the computer program code including computer instructions, the one or more processors invoking the computer instructions to cause the terminal to perform the method as described in any one of claims 1-7. A method used in a base station, characterized in that, Send the first measurement configuration; Receive target signaling, the target signaling indicating the target measurement information; The target measurement information is stored in the first storage unit; the measurement result configured for the first measurement includes the target measurement information; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling; the first candidate signaling and the second candidate signaling are different; whether the target signaling is a first candidate signaling or a second candidate signaling depends on the triggering method of the target signaling, including: When the target signaling is triggered by the first RRC message, the target signaling is the first candidate signaling; wherein, the first RRC message is received through the DCCH; When the target signaling is triggered by a first event, the target signaling is the second candidate signaling; wherein the first event is pre-configured, or the first event is determined by the terminal. The method according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first candidate signaling is RRC signaling, which is used to confirm that the process to which the first RRC message belongs has been completed; wherein, the target signaling indicates that the target measurement information is available. The method according to claim 10, characterized in that, The method includes: Send a first UEInformationRequest message; the sending of the first UEInformationRequest message depends on receiving target signaling; Receive the first UEInformationResponse message; The first UEInformationResponse message includes at least a portion of the target measurement information. The method according to claim 10 or 11 is characterized in that, The second candidate signaling is signaling at the protocol layer below the RRC sublayer, or the second candidate signaling is a UEAssistanceInformation message, or the second candidate signaling is a MeasurementReport message. The method according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first RRC message is a UEInformationRequest message, and the first candidate signaling is a UEInformationResponse message; the second candidate signaling is an RRC message other than a UEInformationResponse message; wherein, the target signaling includes at least a portion of the target measurement information. The method according to claim 13, characterized in that, The first candidate signaling uses SRB4 or an SRB with an identifier greater than 5; the second candidate signaling uses an SRB with an identifier less than 4. The method according to any one of claims 9 to 14, characterized in that, The first event includes: the amount of data of the target measurement information meets a first threshold; wherein the first threshold depends on the first storage unit. A base station, characterized in that, The base station includes: one or more processors and a memory; The memory is coupled to the one or more processors, the memory being used to store computer program code, the computer program code including computer instructions, the one or more processors invoking the computer instructions to cause the base station to perform the method as described in any one of claims 9-15.

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