Diffraction Loss Analysis Device Terrain Roundness Correction

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing technologies face challenges in accurately analyzing diffraction loss in radio communication paths, particularly in over-the-horizon communication scenarios where direct waves are obstructed by terrain, leading to uncertainties in propagation loss calculations.

Innovation Solution

A diffraction loss analysis device and method that utilize terrain data to calculate estimated diffraction loss and generate a roundness loss estimation model, incorporating a diffraction loss calculation formula and actual measured values to accurately estimate roundness loss based on cross-sectional roundness, enabling precise diffraction loss analysis.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If a diffraction loss calculation formula is used to estimate diffraction loss, then the calculation process is simplified, but the accuracy of the diffraction loss analysis deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecalculation process simplicityVSAvoiddiffraction loss accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a correction coefficient as an intermediary element between the simple calculation formula and the actual diffraction loss. This correction coefficient, derived from terrain cross-sectional roundness characteristics, mediates the relationship by adjusting the formula's output to match measured values more closely, thus maintaining calculation simplicity while improving accuracy

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the parameter used in the calculation from generic terrain data to a specific parameter representing cross-sectional roundness. By calculating the roundness coefficient from terrain profile data and applying it as a correction factor, the system transforms a simple calculation into a more accurate one without fundamentally changing the calculation approach

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Reliability

If terrain data is used to calculate diffraction loss, then the analysis covers real-world conditions, but the complexity of the analysis increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvereal-world condition representationVSAvoidanalysis complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extracts the essential characteristic of terrain (cross-sectional roundness) from the complete terrain data set. By identifying and isolating the roundness coefficient as the critical parameter affecting diffraction loss, the system reduces the complexity of processing complete terrain data while maintaining reliability in representing real-world conditions

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

This approach allows for high-accuracy calculations of diffraction loss in radio communication paths, improving the accuracy of propagation loss assessments and facilitating better design and optimization of radio communication systems.

Implementation Method 1

diffraction loss of radio waves in line design work, where it is necessary to ascertain the propagation loss in the radio wave communication path

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectDiffraction: Diffraction

Data Source

PatentUS20240372637A1Diffraction loss analysis device, diffraction loss analysis method, and recording medium
Publication Date: 2024.11.07 NEC CORP
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AI summary

The diffraction loss analysis device calculates, using a diffraction loss calculation formula, an estimated value of the diffraction loss of a radio communication path on the basis of terrain data indicating the ground surface corresponding to the radio communication path between the installation location of a transmission-side antenna and the installation location of a reception-side antenna. The diffraction loss analysis device generates a roundness loss estimation model that estimates roundness loss in accordance with the cross-sectional roundness in the direction of the radio communication path on the ground surface indicated by the terrain data, on the basis of the relationship between the estimated value of the diffraction loss and the diffraction loss calculation formula, and the actual measured value of the diffraction loss.