Beam Scanning Activation via Conditional State Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Wireless communication systems, such as 5G NR, face inefficiencies in beam scanning due to power consumption and resource usage, as devices continuously scan beams even when not necessary, leading to unnecessary power drain and resource utilization.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a binary state system for UE and base stations to dynamically toggle beam scanning based on conditional states, such as screen lock/unlock, location, data mode, and coverage area, to only activate scanning when necessary, thereby conserving resources and reducing power consumption.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If beam scanning is continuously performed to maintain communication readiness, then communication reliability is improved, but power consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements periodic beam scanning instead of continuous scanning by using a timer mechanism that triggers scanning at specific intervals. The system enters idle states between scanning periods, allowing the apparatus to conserve power while maintaining communication readiness through scheduled beam scans rather than constant operation.
2Reliability
If beam scanning is performed frequently to ensure optimal beam selection, then communication quality is improved, but resource consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent dynamically adjusts beam scanning behavior based on current communication conditions and device states. The system transitions between active and idle states, modifying scanning frequency and intensity according to whether communication is currently needed, thereby optimizing resource usage while maintaining communication quality when required.
3Reliability
If beam scanning is activated always to maintain connectivity, then connection stability is improved, but battery life decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs periodic beam scanning with configurable timer intervals to balance connection stability and battery conservation. Instead of continuous scanning that drains battery, the apparatus performs scanning at scheduled periods, entering low-power idle states between scans while maintaining the ability to re-establish connectivity when needed.
4Adaptability or versatility
If continuous beam scanning is performed to adapt to changing environments, then communication adaptability is improved, but system efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic beam scanning that adapts to environmental changes and communication needs without continuous operation. The system monitors device states and external conditions, activating scanning only when adaptability is actually required, thereby maintaining communication versatility while improving overall system efficiency through selective rather than constant operation.
Data Source
AI summary
The apparatus is configured to performing a beam scan operation. The beam scan operation may be part of an active beam scanning process. The apparatus is also configured to deactivate the beam scan process upon determining that the apparatus is in a first state corresponding to at least one of a first set of conditional states. The apparatus is configured to determine a state change of the apparatus. Additionally, the apparatus is configured to activating the beam scanning process upon determining that the apparatus is in a second state corresponding to at least one of a second set of conditional states different from the first set of states. The apparatus is also configured to performing the beam scan operation upon activating the beam scanning process.