Base Station Resource Allocation for Multi-System Signal Quality

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Solution Overview

Problem

There is a need for an enhanced resource allocation method in base stations that can support multiple communication systems without compromising resources for normal communication systems, particularly in the context of evolving IoT environments and the integration of 5G communication technologies.

Innovation Solution

The proposed solution involves a system-specific resource allocation method for base stations, which allows them to improve the quality of system-specific signals by allocating resources in a manner that supports multiple communication systems simultaneously, including IoT and LTE systems, while minimizing interference and maintaining resource efficiency.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If base stations allocate resources to support multiple communication systems (IoT, 5G, LTE), then system versatility and signal quality improve, but resource allocation complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemulti-system support capabilityVSAvoidresource allocation complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the resource allocation process into separate control channels (first control channel for first communication system, second control channel for second communication system) and divides resources into first resources and second resources. This segmentation allows independent management of different communication systems while maintaining overall system coordination, thereby reducing allocation complexity despite supporting multiple systems.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The base station is designed with multi-functionality to simultaneously support multiple communication systems (first communication system and second communication system) using the same physical resources. The base station can allocate resources to different systems based on their specific requirements, enabling a single base station to serve diverse communication needs without requiring separate infrastructure for each system.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Productivity

If base stations transmit system-specific signals for multiple communication systems on the same resources, then resource utilization efficiency improves, but signal interference increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveresource utilization efficiencyVSAvoidsignal interference
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the control information transmission by assigning separate control channels to different communication systems. The first control channel carries control information for the first communication system while the second control channel carries control information for the second communication system. This segmentation prevents control signal interference and allows efficient resource utilization across multiple systems simultaneously.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces system-specific control channels as intermediaries between the base station and different communication systems. These control channels act as dedicated pathways that mediate the transmission of control information, preventing direct interference between systems while enabling coordinated resource allocation. The control channels serve as intermediaries that manage the interactions between multiple communication systems sharing physical resources.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentEP3510821B1Base station and operation method thereof in wireless communication system
Publication Date: 2025.02.12 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure relates to a communication method and system for converging a 5th-Generation (5G) communication system for supporting higher data rates beyond a 4th-Generation (4G) system with a technology for Internet of Things (IoT). The present disclosure may be applied to intelligent services based on the 5G communication technology and the IoT-related technology, such as smart home, smart building, smart city, smart car, connected car, health care, digital education, smart retail, security and safety services. A communication method and system for converging a fifth generation (5G) communication system supporting a data rate higher than that of a fourth generation (4G) system with internet of things (IoT) technology are provided. A system-specific resource allocation method of a base station supporting multiple communication systems is provided in order for the base station to improve qualities of system-specific signals. The method includes allocating a first resource for a first system operating with a first transmit power and a second resource for a second system operating with a second transmit power to at least one terminal and receiving a signal including a first signal corresponding to the first system and a second signal corresponding to the second system on the first resource and the second resource from the at least one terminal, the first resource and the second resource being identical in position with each other in a resource grid.