5G Channel Mode Switching for Energy-Efficient Data Control

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Solution Overview

Problem

There is a need to enhance procedures related to transmitting and receiving data and control information in wireless communication systems, particularly in 5G and 6G networks, to improve energy efficiency and network performance.

Innovation Solution

A communication method involving a terminal and a base station that determines a mode of operation based on configuration information, including transmitting or not transmitting uplink or downlink channels, and receiving or not receiving them, to optimize energy consumption and network performance.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If the terminal continuously monitors and transmits all downlink and uplink channels, then the reliability of data and control information transmission is improved, but the energy consumption of the terminal increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetransmission reliabilityVSAvoidterminal energy consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by enabling the terminal to switch between different operational modes (first mode and second mode) based on configured conditions. In the first mode, the terminal transmits and receives all channels for maximum reliability. In the second mode, the terminal selectively transmits and receives only specific channels to reduce energy consumption. This dynamic adaptation allows the system to optimize between reliability and energy efficiency based on real-time network conditions and configuration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the parameter of channel transmission behavior by introducing mode selection mechanisms. The terminal's transmission and reception parameters are modified based on the selected mode: in the first mode, all channels are transmitted and received; in the second mode, specific channels are selectively transmitted and received. This parameter change enables the system to adjust energy consumption levels while maintaining acceptable transmission reliability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Use of energy by moving object

If the terminal selectively transmits and receives only specific channels, then the energy consumption is reduced, but the complexity of determining which channels to transmit and receive increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveterminal energy consumptionVSAvoidmode determination complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by having the network side (base station or network node) pre-configure the mode selection parameters and conditions before the terminal needs to make decisions. The terminal receives configuration information that defines the criteria for selecting between first and second modes, including which channels should be selectively transmitted and received. This pre-configuration eliminates the need for the terminal to perform complex real-time analysis, reducing the complexity of mode determination while still achieving energy savings.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements feedback mechanisms where the terminal reports its operational mode and channel transmission status to the network side. The network side uses this feedback information to adjust configuration parameters and optimize future mode selections. This feedback loop enables the system to learn from previous decisions and refine the complexity of mode determination over time, making the selective channel transmission more manageable.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS20250220576A1Method and apparatus for transceiving data and control information in wireless communication system
Publication Date: 2025.07.03 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

The disclosure relates to a 5G or 6G communication system for supporting a higher data transmission rate. A communication method and apparatus in a wireless communication system are provided. The communication method includes determining a mode of a terminal and/or a base station; and performing at least one of transmitting an uplink channel, receiving a downlink channel, not transmitting an uplink channel, or not receiving a downlink channel based on the determined mode. The invention can ensure the network performance while save the energy consumption of network devices.