Coordination Node Adjusting Resource Patterns for Unsynchronized Networks

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing coordination methods for inter-network interference in unsynchronized wireless communication networks fail to effectively eliminate interference, as they assume perfect synchronization among networks, which is difficult to guarantee in real systems.

Innovation Solution

A method and apparatus for adjusting resource patterns in unsynchronized networks by determining synchronization conditions, such as time and frequency offsets, to ensure communication on different resource blocks, thereby avoiding interference. This involves a coordination node that obtains and adjusts resource patterns, notifies networks, and negotiates adjustments to prevent simultaneous interference.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Object-affected harmful factors

If existing coordination methods are used assuming perfect synchronization, then resource patterns can be aligned and inter-network interference can be eliminated, but the method cannot be implemented in real systems where networks are not perfectly synchronized

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinter-network interferenceVSAvoidapplicability in unsynchronized scenarios
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces dynamic adjustment mechanisms that allow resource patterns to adapt to changing synchronization conditions. The coordination entity continuously monitors synchronization status and dynamically modifies resource allocation patterns to maintain interference elimination effectiveness even when networks become unsynchronized, transforming the static synchronization assumption into a dynamic adaptation capability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the parameters of resource patterns based on actual synchronization conditions. When networks are found to be unsynchronized, the coordination entity adjusts timing offsets, frequency shifts, and resource block allocations to compensate for synchronization deviations, thereby maintaining interference elimination without requiring perfect synchronization.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Object-affected harmful factors

If resource patterns are adjusted for unsynchronized networks, then interference can be avoided in real-world scenarios, but the complexity of coordination increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinter-network interferenceVSAvoidcoordination mechanism complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a coordination entity that acts as an intermediary between multiple networks. This intermediary collects synchronization status information from各网络, performs centralized calculations to determine appropriate resource pattern adjustments, and distributes the adjusted patterns back to the networks. This intermediary approach simplifies the overall system complexity by centralizing the complex adjustment logic rather than requiring each network to independently handle coordination with multiple others.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements feedback mechanisms where the coordination entity continuously monitors synchronization conditions and resource usage, then adjusts resource patterns accordingly. The feedback loop includes collecting synchronization status, evaluating interference levels, modifying resource allocations, and verifying effectiveness, which automates the complexity management and makes the system adaptable without requiring manual intervention.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS10813067B2Method and apparatus for coordinating resources
Publication Date: 2020.10.20 TELEFONAKTIEBOLAGET LM ERICSSON (PUBL)
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AI summary

A method for coordinating resources among a plurality of operating networks, including a first operating network and a second operating network performed at a coordination node, which may be a distributed coordination node in the first operating network or a centralized coordination node. The method comprises obtaining a first resource pattern for the first operating network and a second resource pattern for the second operating network. The first resource pattern is coordinated with the second resource pattern such that the first and second operating networks can conduct communications on different resource blocks when the first operating network is synchronized with the second operating network. The method also comprises determining whether the first operating network is synchronized with the second operating network. If it is determined that the first operating network is not synchronized with the second operating network, the method further comprises adjusting at least the first resource pattern.