Diameter Traffic Estimator for Network Planning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Network operators face challenges in accurately estimating signaling traffic due to the lack of tools that account for new protocols like Diameter, leading to networks being either over- or under-engineered.
Innovation Solution
A Diameter traffic estimator system and method that uses a graphical user interface to input subscriber information and activity types, estimating traffic volume through mathematical calculations or lookup tables, and providing visualizations of message distribution across network interfaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional traffic estimation tools are used, then networks can be engineered with existing capabilities, but accurate estimation of new Diameter protocol traffic is not possible leading to over- or under-engineering
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the parameters of existing traffic estimation tools by integrating new Diameter protocol-specific parameters and message types into the estimation model, enabling accurate measurement of Diameter traffic while maintaining compatibility with existing estimation frameworks
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the traffic estimation functionality into protocol-specific modules, creating separate estimation models for different signaling protocols including Diameter, while maintaining a unified estimation platform that can handle multiple protocols simultaneously
2Reliability
If networks are over-engineered to accommodate uncertain Diameter traffic, then reliability is improved, but network cost and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary Diameter traffic estimation during the network planning and design phases, allowing operators to size network components appropriately before deployment, thereby avoiding both over-engineering and under-engineering while maintaining reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms that compare estimated Diameter traffic with actual measured traffic, allowing continuous optimization of network capacity planning and enabling data-driven decisions about network expansion and component sizing
Data Source
AI summary
The subject matter described herein includes methods, systems, and computer readable media for providing a Diameter traffic estimator. According to one exemplary system, a user interface is configured to receive user input regarding a number of subscribers and subscriber network activity types. A Diameter traffic estimator is configured to estimate an indication of Diameter traffic volume based on the number of subscribers and the subscriber network activity type.