Dynamic Downlink Control Information Resource Allocation

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Solution Overview

Problem

In existing wireless communication systems, the fixed resource allocation for downlink control information limits flexibility and efficiency, particularly in future 5G systems requiring wider bandwidths and multiple service types, leading to resource wastage and interference.

Innovation Solution

A method where a network device sends indication information to a terminal device to dynamically determine a resource area for downlink control information transmission, allowing flexible configuration of time-frequency resources, reducing unnecessary interference, and improving system performance.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If fixed resource allocation is used for downlink control information, then system simplicity is maintained, but resource flexibility and system efficiency deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveresource flexibilityVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by transitioning from fixed resource allocation to dynamic resource allocation for downlink control information. The resource area is no longer static but can be flexibly configured based on system conditions, service types, and bandwidth requirements. This allows the system to adapt resource allocation in real-time, improving flexibility and efficiency while managing complexity through standardized dynamic mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements parameter changes by modifying the resource allocation parameters for downlink control information. Instead of fixed time-frequency resources, the system allows parameters such as resource area location, size, and configuration to change dynamically based on system needs, service requirements, and bandwidth availability, thereby resolving the contradiction between flexibility and complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Area of stationary object

If downlink control information spans entire system bandwidth, then coverage is maximized, but resource wastage increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveresource area coverageVSAvoidresource wastage
Core Design Contradiction:
Area of stationary objectVSLoss of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by allowing different parts of the system bandwidth to have different resource allocation characteristics for downlink control information. Instead of uniformly spanning the entire bandwidth, the resource area can be localized to specific frequency ranges or time-frequency regions where control information is actually needed, reducing resource wastage while maintaining necessary coverage through targeted allocation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

3Stability of the object's composition

If fixed time-frequency resources are allocated, then system stability is maintained, but interference management capability deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesystem stabilityVSAvoidinterference
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent resolves this contradiction by introducing dynamic resource allocation that can adapt to changing system conditions. The resource area for downlink control information can be adjusted in real-time to avoid interference with other signals or services, while maintaining system stability through standardized procedures and controlled change mechanisms that ensure reliable operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS12021783B2Information transmission method, terminal device and network device
Publication Date: 2024.06.25 GUANGDONG OPPO MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORP LTD
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AI summary

The embodiments of the present disclosure provide a method for transmitting information, a terminal device and a network device. The method includes: the terminal device receiving first indication information sent by the network device; the terminal device receiving, according to the first indication information, first downlink control information sent by the network device.