Dynamic Measurement Gap Configuration for 5G NR Adaptability
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing measurement gap configuration in LTE is inflexible and not suitable for the 5G Mobile Communication New Radio (NR) system, as it has a fixed time length and period, which does not adapt to the dynamic requirements of the 5G NR system.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus for dynamically configuring measurement gaps in the 5G NR system, where a first network node determines and configures a measurement gap for a user equipment based on a configuration provided by a second network node, considering capabilities such as frequency, bandwidth, and synchronization signal block patterns, to adapt to the flexible requirements of the 5G NR system.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed measurement gap configuration is used in LTE, then the configuration is simple and stable, but it cannot adapt to the flexible requirements of the 5G NR system
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic measurement gap configuration by allowing the measurement gap pattern, time length, and period to be adjusted based on UE capability reports and network requirements. The network node determines the measurement gap configuration dynamically rather than using a fixed pattern, enabling adaptation to 5G NR flexible requirements while maintaining manageable complexity through structured configuration procedures.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the measurement gap time length is fixed at 6ms, then the configuration is simple, but it does not meet the varying measurement needs of different scenarios
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the measurement gap parameters (time length, period, pattern) from fixed values to variable parameters that can be adjusted according to UE capability reports and specific measurement scenarios. The network node determines appropriate parameter values dynamically, allowing the system to meet varying measurement needs while maintaining structured configuration management.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed measurement gap period is used, then the configuration is stable and simple, but it cannot accommodate different measurement scenarios in 5G NR
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic measurement gap configuration by allowing the measurement gap pattern, time length, and period to be adjusted based on UE capability reports and network requirements. The network node determines the measurement gap configuration dynamically rather than using a fixed pattern, enabling adaptation to 5G NR flexible requirements while maintaining manageable complexity through structured configuration procedures.
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AI summary
A measurement gap configuration method and a measurement gap configuration apparatus are provided. The configuration method includes: determining a first configuration that is configured for a user equipment by a second network node; and configuring a measurement gap for the user equipment according to the first configuration.