CPE Deployment in Beamformed Wireless Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for deploying devices in beamformed wireless communication networks are complex and inaccurate, relying on satellite images and complicated ray tracing tools, which are not efficient for determining optimal positions for high throughput and low latency communications in residential or business settings.
Innovation Solution
A device and method that utilize a gyroscope, compass, and GPS to translate layer 1 and layer 3 measurements of performance indicators into a global coordinate system, calculating an optimal position for deployment based on received signal strength and other metrics, and providing instructions for user placement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If satellite images and ray tracing tools are used to determine optimal device positions, then measurement precision may be improved, but device complexity and ease of operation deteriorate significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the essential measurement functions from complex external tools (satellite images and ray tracing software) and implements them directly within the CPE device using built-in sensors (gyroscope, compass, GPS). This eliminates the need for separate complex analysis tools while maintaining position determination accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The CPE device performs its own site survey and optimal position calculation using its internal sensors and processing capabilities. The device autonomously captures performance indicators at multiple positions, processes the data locally, and determines its optimal deployment position without requiring external complex tools or expert intervention.
2Measurement precision
If satellite images and ray tracing tools are used to determine optimal device positions, then measurement precision may be improved, but ease of operation worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The CPE device autonomously performs the entire site survey process - moving to different positions, capturing wireless performance indicators, processing data, and determining optimal placement. This self-service capability eliminates the need for users to operate complex external tools or perform manual calculations.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically adapts to the actual wireless environment by performing real measurements during the site survey. Instead of relying on static pre-calculated models from ray tracing, the device captures actual performance indicators (RSSI, SINR, etc.) at each position and uses these dynamic measurements to determine optimal placement.
3Reliability
If traditional wired communication systems are used to provide high throughput and low latency communications, then communication performance is improved, but installation complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical installation process of wired systems (physical cable laying, underground placement, permitting) with a wireless electromagnetic field-based system. The CPE device establishes communication through wireless signals without requiring physical infrastructure installation, thereby eliminating installation complexity while maintaining communication performance.
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AI summary
An example method may include a processing system of a device having a processor capturing, at a first position comprising a first location and a first spatial orientation of the device, a first measurement of a performance indicator based upon at least a first wireless signal from a base station of a beamformed wireless communication network and capturing, at a second position comprising a second location and a second spatial orientation of the device, a second measurement of the performance indicator based upon at least a second wireless signal from the base station of the beamformed wireless communication network. The method may include the processing system selecting a position for a deployment of the device based upon the first measurement of the performance indicator and the second measurement of the performance indicator and providing at least one instruction for the deployment of the device at the position that is selected.