Dynamic Cell Standard Switching for Spectrum Utilization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wireless communication networks face low flexibility and inefficient frequency spectrum utilization due to the inability to adjust network configurations in real time, especially when traffic volumes change, leading to the need for buffer zones to prevent co-channel interference between different standards.
Innovation Solution
A cell processing method and apparatus that dynamically adjusts the communication standard of cells by measuring and comparing transmit powers using specific formulas to determine if cells can switch between standards, allowing shared cells to use a second standard and bufferzone cells to isolate interference, thereby optimizing frequency spectrum utilization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a buffer zone is set to isolate co-channel interference between different wireless communication standards, then interference isolation is improved, but frequency spectrum utilization deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic cell standard switching where cells can transition between different communication standards (e.g., 2G/3G/4G) based on real-time traffic conditions and interference levels. This dynamic adjustment eliminates the need for static buffer zones while maintaining interference isolation, as cells can adapt their standard assignment to optimize both spectrum utilization and interference management.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the operational parameters of cells by dynamically adjusting which communication standard each cell uses. By monitoring traffic volume, interference levels, and other parameters, the system reassigns cells between standards to eliminate buffer zones, thereby improving frequency spectrum utilization while maintaining acceptable interference isolation through parameter-based decision making.
2Ease of operation
If re-planning is performed manually after receiving planning instructions, then network configuration is adjusted, but real-time adaptability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the system continuously monitors traffic volume, interference levels, and cell performance metrics. Based on this real-time feedback, the system automatically triggers re-planning operations and adjusts cell standard assignments without manual intervention. This closed-loop feedback system enables both easy operation through automation and real-time adaptability to changing network conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs self-service by automatically detecting when re-planning is needed based on monitored parameters, executing the re-planning process autonomously, and adjusting cell configurations without requiring manual operator intervention. This self-service capability provides real-time adaptability while simplifying operations through automation of the entire re-planning workflow.
3Stability of the object's composition
If cells are fixed to specific communication standards, then network stability is improved, but flexibility deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms the static cell-standard assignment into a dynamic system where cells can switch between different communication standards based on real-time conditions. The system maintains stability through controlled transition criteria and gradual adaptation, while simultaneously providing flexibility by allowing cells to change standards in response to traffic demands, interference levels, and network planning requirements.
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AI summary
The present invention provides a cell processing method and apparatus, and a centralized controller. The method includes: acquiring a first transmit power and a second transmit power of a first base station of each second cell in a second area that are separately received by each first terminal in a first cell, where the first cell is disposed in a first area, and each first cell in the first area and each second cell in the second area both use a first communications standard; acquiring a third transmit power of a second base station of the first cell that is received by each second terminal in each second cell in the second area; and if each first transmit power meets a first preset condition, each second transmit power meets a second preset condition, and each third transmit power meets a third preset condition, using the first cell as a shared cell in the first area, and switching a communications standard of the shared cell to a second communications standard.