3D CPE Antenna Positioning for mmWave Speed and Latency
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current mmWave beamforming methods in 5G networks assume a fixed grid of beams and do not account for the dynamic position and orientation of devices, leading to suboptimal performance and reduced data speeds in scenarios like Home Internet and Fixed Wireless Access applications.
Innovation Solution
A configurable mount for customer premise equipment (CPE) that adjusts spatial position and orientation in three dimensions, combined with automated testing using tools like Ookla and iPerf, to determine and optimize downlink and uplink speeds and latency, ensuring maximum performance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a fixed grid of beams is used for mmWave beamforming, then the system complexity is reduced and implementation is simplified, but device performance degrades when devices are located between beam positions or have non-optimal orientation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from a static fixed grid beamforming system to a dynamic system that tracks and adapts to device position and orientation in real-time. The beamforming system dynamically adjusts beam directions and configurations based on detected device parameters, ensuring optimal performance regardless of device location or orientation changes.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the system detects device position and orientation, then uses this information to adjust beamforming parameters. This closed-loop approach allows the system to respond to changing conditions and maintain optimal performance by continuously adapting beam configurations based on actual device states.
2Ease of operation
If beamforming assumes handover between fixed beams only, then the system operation is simplified, but device tracking capability is lost leading to suboptimal performance
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enhances the beamforming system by adding dynamic tracking capabilities that follow devices as they move. Instead of relying solely on predefined handover between fixed beams, the system actively tracks device position and continuously adjusts beam directions to maintain optimal connectivity, thereby improving data transmission efficiency while maintaining operational simplicity.
3Productivity
If CPE device position and orientation are not optimized, then installation is simpler and faster, but network performance and customer satisfaction decrease
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a self-service mechanism where the CPE device or mounting system automatically determines and adjusts its own optimal position and orientation. Through integrated sensors and actuators, the system autonomously performs positioning adjustments without requiring manual optimization by installers, thereby maintaining fast installation while achieving optimal network performance automatically.
Data Source
AI summary
System and method for determining the best downlink and uplink speeds, and optimal latency for a customer premise equipment (CPE) device. A series of three-dimensional positions are measured with the downlink speed, uplink speed, and latency taken at each position. The optimal downlink and uplink speeds and latency are determined. A mmWave antenna is moved to the position that coincides with the optimal downlink and uplink speeds, and optical latency.