Flexible Uplink Power Control for Directional Reference Signals

The patent implements dynamic power control parameter configuration by introducing multiple TCI states with different power control parameter sets. The network can dynamically select and switch between different TCI states and their associated power control parameters based on channel conditions, beam directions, and traffic requirements, transforming the static power control mechanism into a dynamic one that adapts to varying communication scenarios.

The patent changes the power control parameters by associating different TCI states with different power control parameter sets (including pathloss reference signals, target power values, and power adjustment factors). This allows the system to adjust power control parameters according to different transmission scenarios, beam directions, and channel conditions, thereby improving power control accuracy without significantly increasing device complexity.

The patent segments the power control parameter management by dividing it into multiple TCI states, where each TCI state is associated with a specific power control parameter set. This segmentation allows the device to manage different power control parameters for different beams, channels, or transmission scenarios independently, improving communication reliability through scenario-specific optimization while organizing complexity into manageable segments.

The patent creates a universal TCI state framework that serves multiple functions: it identifies beam directions, selects reference signals for channel estimation, and determines power control parameters. By making the TCI state structure multi-functional, the patent reduces the need for separate configuration mechanisms for each function, thereby improving reliability without proportionally increasing device complexity.