Dynamic Data Transmission Mode Switching for MTC QoS Adaptation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current data transmission modes in MTC systems, such as CP and UP modes, fail to meet the varying Quality of Service (QoS) requirements for different MTC services, leading to inefficient data transmission and poor adaptability.

Innovation Solution

The User Equipment (UE) actively initiates a request to switch between data transmission modes (CP, UP, and LTE) based on service type requirements, allowing for dynamic mode switching to ensure optimal QoS, thereby enhancing data transmission intelligence and adaptability.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Device complexity

If MTC devices are configured with a single data transmission mode (CP or UP), then device complexity and configuration simplicity are improved, but adaptability to different QoS requirements deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconfiguration complexityVSAvoidadaptability to QoS requirements
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic data transmission mode switching, allowing MTC devices to transition between CP mode and UP mode based on real-time QoS requirements. The device determines whether to use control plane optimization or user plane optimization dynamically, transforming the static single-mode configuration into a flexible multi-mode system that adapts to different service conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the operational parameters of the data transmission system by introducing mode switching capability. The device can alter its transmission parameters (mode selection) based on service requirements, transforming from a fixed-parameter system to a variable-parameter system that can optimize performance for different QoS scenarios.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Ease of operation

If MTC devices use a fixed data transmission mode, then ease of operation is improved, but intelligence and service satisfaction deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveoperation simplicityVSAvoidservice satisfaction
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements self-service through automatic mode determination and switching. The MTC device autonomously evaluates its own QoS requirements and selects the appropriate transmission mode without manual intervention. This self-service mechanism maintains operational simplicity while significantly improving service satisfaction through intelligent adaptation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system transitions from static operation to dynamic adaptation, where the data transmission mode automatically adjusts based on service requirements. This dynamic behavior enhances intelligence while maintaining ease of operation through automated decision-making.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Adaptability or versatility

If MTC devices support multiple data transmission modes with switching capability, then adaptability to different QoS requirements is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadaptability to QoS requirementsVSAvoidmode switching complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the data transmission functionality into distinct modes (CP mode and UP mode), each optimized for specific QoS scenarios. By dividing the transmission system into separate operational segments with clear selection criteria, the patent manages complexity through structured organization rather than monolithic design.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

While introducing multiple modes increases complexity, the patent manages this through dynamic switching based on clear QoS criteria. The complexity is justified and managed by the dynamic adaptation capability, where the system automatically selects the appropriate mode rather than requiring manual configuration for each scenario.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentEP3413680B1Data transmission method, device and system
Publication Date: 2022.05.11 ZTE CORP
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AI summary

A method, apparatus, and system for data transmission, applicable to the UE, comprising: the UE transmitting the uplink interface message to the MME through the base station; the uplink interface message includes instructions to switch data transmission modes, wherein the data transmission modes comprise the Control Plane (CP) mode, the User Plane (UP) mode, and/or the Long-Term Evolution (LTE) mode; the UE receiving the downlink Radio Resource Control (RRC) message transmitted by the base station, wherein, the downlink RRC message includes instructions to switch data transmission modes; the UE switching data transmission modes based on the data transmission mode-switch instructions, and using the data transmission mode after switching to implement data transmission.