Inter-Node Duplex Capability Signaling for Interference Management

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing wireless communication systems face challenges in efficiently managing duplex capabilities between network nodes, leading to suboptimal resource allocation and interference in full duplex operations.

Innovation Solution

Implementing methods and apparatuses for inter-node indication and configuration of duplex capabilities, allowing network nodes to exchange information about their duplex capabilities and adjust resource configurations accordingly.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If network nodes operate in full duplex mode to improve spectral efficiency, then resource allocation efficiency is improved, but interference between uplink and downlink signals increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveresource allocation efficiencyVSAvoidinterference
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces an intermediary mechanism in the form of capability indication messages and configuration signaling between network nodes. These intermediaries enable the exchange of duplex capability information and resource configuration details, allowing nodes to coordinate full duplex operations while managing interference through informed resource allocation decisions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamic resource configuration where network nodes can adjust their operating parameters based on exchanged capability information. The system dynamically adapts resource allocation, timing, and frequency parameters according to the specific duplex capabilities and interference conditions of each node pair, enabling flexible interference management.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Productivity

If network nodes exchange duplex capability information to optimize resource allocation, then system performance is improved, but signaling overhead increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesystem performanceVSAvoidsignaling overhead
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by having network nodes exchange capability indication information during the setup or reconfiguration phase before actual data transmission begins. This preliminary exchange allows the system to pre-configure resources and establish optimal operation parameters, avoiding the need for continuous signaling during active communication.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent utilizes parameter changes by encoding duplex capability information and configuration parameters in a structured manner that can be efficiently processed. The system changes operational parameters such as timing advance, frequency allocation, and power control based on the exchanged capability information, achieving optimization with minimal additional signaling.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Productivity

If network nodes configure resources based on duplex capability indications, then communication efficiency is improved, but complexity in resource management increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecommunication efficiencyVSAvoidresource management complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies segmentation by dividing the resource management function into distinct modular components: capability indication generation, capability reception and interpretation, and resource configuration. This segmentation allows each component to handle specific aspects of duplex coordination independently, making the overall complex system more manageable and easier to implement.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements feedback mechanisms where network nodes receive capability indications from counterpart nodes and adjust their resource configurations accordingly. This feedback loop enables automatic adaptation to different duplex capabilities, reducing the need for complex manual configuration and simplifying resource management through automated responses to capability information.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS12445889B2Inter-node indication of full duplex capability
Publication Date: 2025.10.14 QUALCOMM INC
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AI summary

Various aspects of the present disclosure generally relate to wireless communication. In some aspects, a network node may transmit, to another network node, an indication of a duplex capability associated with the network node. The network node may receive, from the other network node, a configuration of a resource associated with a communication by the network node, wherein the configuration is based at least in part on the indication of the duplex capability associated with the network node. The network node may perform the communication in accordance with the configuration of the resource. Numerous other aspects are described.