Device-Centric Subnetwork Formation for Dynamic Resource Sharing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless communication systems, particularly 5G NR, lack flexibility in sharing compute resources and network connectivity without prior provisioning, limiting service availability to non-registered user devices and not extending to the Radio Access Network (RAN) domain.
Innovation Solution
A device-centric subnetwork architecture and communication protocols enable dynamic sharing of compute resources and network connectivity among neighboring devices and network nodes, allowing non-registered user devices to participate through a device cloud framework with device cloud functions and compute orchestrators, managing resources autonomously.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional wireless communication systems are used, then network security and registered device management are maintained, but flexibility in sharing compute resources and network connectivity without prior provisioning is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service through autonomous subnetwork formation where devices automatically discover each other, establish connections, and share resources without manual provisioning. The distributed device cloud function enables devices to autonomously manage compute resource sharing and network connectivity formation, eliminating the need for traditional network operator intervention and prior registration processes.
2Adaptability or versatility
If prior provisioning is required for resource sharing, then network security is maintained, but service availability to non-registered user devices is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the network into traditional core network infrastructure and decentralized subnetworks formed by devices. This segmentation allows non-registered devices to participate in device-to-device resource sharing through subnetworks while the core network maintains security boundaries. The distributed device cloud function operates independently in subnetworks, enabling service availability to non-registered devices without compromising core network security.
3Productivity
If dynamic resource sharing is enabled, then productivity and resource utilization are improved, but device complexity and coordination overhead increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements self-service through autonomous subnetwork formation where devices automatically discover neighbors, establish connections, and dynamically allocate compute resources based on availability and demand. The distributed device cloud function enables automatic resource orchestration without centralized coordination, reducing overhead while improving resource utilization efficiency through peer-to-peer sharing.
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AI summary
In an aspect of the disclosure, a method, a computer-readable medium, and an apparatus are provided. The method may be performed by a device. In certain configurations, the device provides a distributed device cloud function (DDCF) for handling communication for the device with one or more neighboring devices in a network via underlying access technologies. The device obtains a network address from the network or from an AP. The DDCF is configured to allow dynamic sharing of compute resources and network connectivity resources of the device with the neighboring devices in the network.