Digital Upconversion Architecture for Mixed Carrier Signal Processing

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing digital up conversion processing devices require separate structures for subband and non-subband carrier signals, leading to high hardware overhead, increased power consumption, and prolonged development time, which hinders miniaturization and increases production costs.

Innovation Solution

A digital up conversion processing device with N main body modules, each comprising a gain module, shaping filtering module, DUC module, first and second frequency mixing modules, and a combination module, allowing simultaneous processing of both subband and non-subband carrier signals, reducing hardware requirements and power consumption.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If separate structures are provided for processing subband carrier signals and non-subband carrier signals, then the processing capability is improved, but the hardware overhead and device volume increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocessing capabilityVSAvoidhardware overhead
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies universality by designing a single digital up conversion processing device that can handle both subband and non-subband carrier signals through configurable modules. The gain module, shaping filtering module, DUC module, and frequency mixing modules are designed to adapt their operation based on the input signal type, eliminating the need for separate dedicated structures for each signal type while maintaining full processing capability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamics through configurable switches and control logic that dynamically route signals through different processing paths within the same hardware structure. The device can dynamically adjust its operation mode based on whether it receives subband or non-subband carrier signals, allowing a single static hardware structure to perform multiple functions without requiring physical reconfiguration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If separate structures are provided for processing subband and non-subband carrier signals, then the processing capability is improved, but the production cost increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocessing capabilityVSAvoidproduction cost
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

By designing universal processing modules that can handle both subband and non-subband signals, the patent reduces the total component count required for production. Instead of manufacturing separate devices or modules for each signal type, a single standardized design can be mass-produced and configured for different applications, significantly lowering per-unit production costs while maintaining full processing capability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent merges the processing functions for subband and non-subband carrier signals into a single integrated device structure. By combining what would traditionally require separate hardware implementations into one unified device with configurable pathways, the patent reduces manufacturing complexity, assembly steps, and overall production costs while preserving the ability to process both signal types effectively.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Adaptability or versatility

If separate structures are provided for processing subband and non-subband carrier signals, then the processing capability is improved, but the device volume increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocessing capabilityVSAvoiddevice volume
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSVolume of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent achieves multi-functionality within a compact volume by designing processing modules that can serve dual purposes. The same gain module, filtering module, and frequency mixing modules are used for both subband and non-subband signal processing, eliminating the need for duplicate hardware components and significantly reducing the overall device volume while maintaining full processing capability for both signal types.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements a nested structure where multiple processing functions are integrated within hierarchical module arrangements. The configurable switches and control logic are embedded within the existing module framework, allowing additional functionality to be added without proportionally increasing device volume. This nested integration allows the device to process both subband and non-subband signals within a compact form factor.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

4Adaptability or versatility

If separate structures are provided for processing subband and non-subband carrier signals, then the processing capability is improved, but the power consumption increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocessing capabilityVSAvoidpower consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

By using universal processing modules for both subband and non-subband signals, the patent ensures that each module operates at full efficiency regardless of the signal type being processed. This eliminates the inefficiency of having underutilized dedicated modules and reduces overall power consumption while maintaining the ability to process both signal types with optimized performance.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent uses dynamic signal routing and configurable operation modes that allow the device to activate only the necessary processing pathways for the current input signal type. This dynamic configuration prevents unnecessary power consumption in inactive modules while maintaining full processing capability, as the device adapts its power usage to match the actual processing requirements in real-time.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentEP3937385B1Digital up converser processing device and intermediate frequency link in wireless communication system
Publication Date: 2026.04.08 SANECHIPS TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

Provided are a digital up conversion processing device, and an intermediate frequency link in a wireless communication system. The digital up conversion processing device includes N main body modules and a combination module, wherein N is a positive integer greater than or equal to 1; each of the N main body modules includes: a gain module, a shaping filtering module, a Digital Up Converter (DUC) module, a first frequency mixing module, and a second frequency mixing module; an input end of the gain module is configured to input a carrier signal, and an output end of the gain module is connected to an input end of the shaping filtering module and an input end of the DUC module; an output end of the shaping filtering module is connected to the input end of the DUC module and an input end of the second frequency mixing module; an output end of the DUC module is connected to an input end of the first frequency mixing module and the input end of the second frequency mixing module; an output end of the second frequency mixing module is configured to output the carrier signal; an output end of the first frequency mixing module is connected to an input end of the combination module; and an output end of the combination module is connected to the input end of the shaping filtering module.