Dynamic Frequency Layer Priority Management in Mobile Wireless Networks

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current mobile wireless networks face challenges in dynamically managing radio frequency layer priorities, which are typically static and require manual intervention, leading to inefficiencies in adapting to varying network conditions and user demands.

Innovation Solution

A self-optimizing network system that uses a programmed server to apply conditional triggers and re-designate radio frequency layer priorities based on current network conditions, such as mobility, loading, and emergency states, allowing for automatic adjustments without human intervention.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If manual configuration of absolute frequency layer priorities is used, then network stability is maintained, but adaptability to changing network conditions deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadaptability to network conditionsVSAvoidmanual configuration complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system enables self-service by allowing the network to automatically adjust frequency layer priorities based on current conditions. The eNodeB monitors network state and autonomously reconfigures priority assignments without manual intervention, making the system self-adapting to changing conditions while reducing operational complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamics by transitioning from static manual configuration to dynamic automatic adjustment. Frequency layer priorities are continuously updated based on real-time network conditions such as load, interference, and coverage requirements, enabling the system to adapt flexibly to changing environments.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Productivity

If static frequency layer priority assignments are used, then configuration simplicity is maintained, but network performance under varying conditions deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenetwork throughputVSAvoidautomatic adjustment capability
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSExtent of automation

Solution Approach 1:

The system implements feedback mechanisms where the eNodeB continuously monitors network performance metrics and uses this information to automatically adjust frequency layer priorities. The feedback loop enables the system to respond to changing conditions and optimize throughput dynamically without requiring complex manual reconfiguration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies parameter changes by dynamically modifying frequency layer priority assignments based on current network state. The system adjusts priority parameters automatically in response to varying conditions such as traffic load, interference levels, and coverage requirements, thereby improving network productivity through adaptive parameter optimization.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Reliability

If manual re-configuration of frequency priorities is required, then system reliability is maintained through controlled changes, but response time to network changes deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveservice reliabilityVSAvoidresponse time
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs self-service by automatically detecting network conditions and adjusting frequency layer priorities in real-time. This eliminates the delay associated with manual reconfiguration while maintaining reliability through controlled automatic changes based on monitored network state and performance criteria.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

4Ease of operation

If frequency layer priorities are manually assigned, then operational control is maintained, but ease of operation deteriorates due to continuous manual intervention

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of priority managementVSAvoidautomatic priority adjustment
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSExtent of automation

Solution Approach 1:

The system enables self-service by automatically managing frequency layer priority assignments based on current network conditions. This eliminates the need for continuous manual intervention while maintaining operational control through automated decision-making algorithms that respond to real-time network state, significantly improving ease of operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS9445421B2System and method for managing frequency layer priority assignments within mobile wireless network radio interfaces
Publication Date: 2016.09.13 T MOBILE INNOVATIONS LLC
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AI summary

A method and system are described for managing radio frequency layer priority settings for radio access network nodes in a mobile wireless network. A programmed server is configured with an initial configuration of the trigger definitions and corresponding radio frequency layer priority settings. Thereafter, the programmed server applies current conditions bearing upon a conditional area to a conditional area trigger definition. The programmed server then issues, based upon the application of the current conditions to the conditional area trigger definition, a message to re-designate radio frequency layer priority settings for a cell. The programmed server thereafter receives network characteristics feedback.