Dynamic TDD Resource Allocation for Inter-Cell Interference Control

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Solution Overview

Problem

In 5G wireless communication systems, inter-cell interference occurs due to different time division duplex (TDD) configurations in adjacent cells, leading to inefficient use of time resources and interference between downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) transmissions.

Innovation Solution

A method and apparatus for a base station that dynamically allocates resources within subframes not consistent with a predetermined TDD configuration, based on inter-cell interference, to manage and control TDD configurations dynamically, considering traffic characteristics and allocating resources to minimize interference.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If adjacent cells use different TDD configurations to adapt to traffic characteristics, then adaptability is improved, but inter-cell interference increases

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveTDD configuration adaptabilityVSAvoidinter-cell interference
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by allowing each cell to have different TDD configurations adapted to its local traffic characteristics, while simultaneously applying interference coordination mechanisms locally at the base station level to mitigate the interference caused by these differences. This enables each cell to optimize its own performance without completely compromising system-wide compatibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamics by enabling base stations to dynamically adjust their TDD configurations based on real-time traffic conditions and interference levels. The system can switch between different TDD configurations and dynamically allocate resources within subframes to adapt to changing network conditions, making the system flexible rather than static.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Productivity

If dynamic TDD configuration is applied to efficiently use time resources, then productivity is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetime resource efficiencyVSAvoidbase station control complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by pre-defining multiple TDD configurations that can be selected based on traffic conditions. Instead of creating configurations on-the-fly, the system prepares a set of predefined patterns in advance, reducing the real-time computational complexity while still enabling dynamic adaptation through configuration selection.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements feedback mechanisms where base stations monitor traffic characteristics and interference levels, then use this information to select appropriate TDD configurations. The feedback loop enables automated decision-making based on actual network conditions, reducing manual intervention complexity while maintaining high resource efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS11201716B2Apparatus and method for controlling inter-cell interference in time division duplex based wireless communication system
Publication Date: 2021.12.14 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

The disclosure relates to a pre-5th-generation (5G) or 5G communication system to be provided for supporting higher data rates beyond 4th-generation (4G) communication system such as long term evolution (LTE). According to the disclosure, a method for operating a base station in a wireless communication system includes allocating a resource within a subframe, which is not consistent with a pre-determined time division duplex (TDD) configuration in the TDD configuration being used, based on an inter-cell interference, and performing communication with at least one terminal in the subframe. This study was carried out with the support of “Cross-Ministry Giga KOREA Project” of the Ministry of Science, ICT, and Future Planning.