Dynamic Communication Parameter Configuration for Wireless Networks

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current wireless network configuration methods are limited to static, semi-static, or dynamic approaches, which fail to meet the diverse requirements of future wireless networks, lacking flexibility in parameter configuration.

Innovation Solution

A method and device that dynamically determine and configure communication parameters, such as uplink waveform, subcarrier spacing, and duplex mode, by selecting from optional configuration modes like system information, RRC signaling, physical layer signaling, or MAC layer signaling, based on channel conditions and device characteristics, allowing flexible adaptation to meet future network requirements.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If only one configuration way (static, semi-static, or dynamic) is used for parameters, then the configuration method is simple and easy to implement, but the adaptability to diverse future wireless network requirements is insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadaptability to diverse network requirementsVSAvoidconfiguration system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces multiple configuration modes (static, semi-static, dynamic) that can be dynamically selected and combined for different parameters. The network device can flexibly switch between configuration modes based on network conditions and requirements, transforming a rigid single-mode system into a flexible multi-mode system that adapts to diverse scenarios.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the parameter of configuration mode from a fixed single value to a selectable set of modes (static, semi-static, dynamic). By allowing different parameters to be configured with different modes simultaneously, the system achieves versatility without requiring complete redesign of the configuration architecture.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple configuration modes are supported for different parameters, then the adaptability to future network requirements is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconfiguration flexibilityVSAvoidconfiguration management complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the configuration system into independent parameter configurations, where each parameter can be assigned a specific configuration mode independently. This segmentation allows the network device to manage complexity by handling each parameter separately rather than managing all parameters uniformly, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining flexibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent creates a universal configuration framework that can handle multiple configuration modes (static, semi-static, dynamic) within a single system architecture. This multi-functional design allows the same configuration mechanism to serve diverse requirements without requiring separate systems for each mode, managing complexity through unified design.

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

3Reliability

If configuration parameters are updated dynamically based on channel conditions, then the communication performance is improved, but the signaling overhead and complexity increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecommunication performanceVSAvoidsignaling complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamic configuration mode where certain parameters can be updated in real-time based on channel conditions and network state. The network device dynamically adjusts parameters like uplink waveform, subcarrier spacing, and duplex mode according to current conditions, improving communication reliability while maintaining manageable complexity through on-demand updates rather than continuous reconfiguration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentEP3554188B1Method and device for configuring communication parameter
Publication Date: 2021.07.07 GUANGDONG OPPO MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORP LTD
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AI summary

The present application provides a method and a device for configuring a communication parameter, where the method includes: a network device determines a configuration mode corresponding to each of N communication parameters, respectively, where N is a positive integer greater than or equal to 1; and the network device transmits configuration mode indication information to a terminal device, where the configuration mode indication information is used to indicate the configuration mode corresponding to each communication parameter. According to the method and the device for configuring the communication parameter provided in the present application, a configuration mode corresponding to the communication parameter can be determined dynamically, so that the communication parameter is flexibly configured in order to meet requirements from a future wireless network.