Intermediate Slice Management for Dynamic Home Network Allocation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing network slicing technologies are inflexible and unable to efficiently manage dynamic changes in device connections and slice configurations within a home ecosystem, leading to underutilization and inefficiencies in resource allocation.
Innovation Solution
Adaptive network slicing is implemented through an intermediate device that manages slice configurations and allocations dynamically, allowing for flexible use of slices across multiple end devices, including dynamic allocation, activation, deactivation, and modification of slice properties and portions, based on subscription and device connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If network slicing is implemented with static configuration, then network resource allocation is simplified, but the system cannot adapt to dynamic changes in device connections and slice requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic network slicing where slice configurations can be modified in real-time based on device connections and network conditions. The system allows dynamic allocation, activation, deactivation, and modification of slice properties, transforming the static network slicing approach into a dynamic one that adapts to changing requirements without requiring complete system redesign
Solution Approach 2:
The patent divides the network into multiple independent slices that can be configured and managed separately. Each slice represents a logical network with specific capabilities and characteristics, allowing independent optimization and adaptation of individual slices while maintaining overall system coherence through the intermediate device's coordination
2Productivity
If slices are allocated statically to devices, then resource management is simpler, but resource utilization efficiency decreases due to underutilization
Solution Approach 1:
The intermediate device continuously monitors device connections, slice usage, and network conditions, using this feedback information to dynamically adjust slice allocations. The system observes actual resource utilization patterns and reallocates slices accordingly, ensuring high resource utilization efficiency while maintaining manageable complexity through automated decision-making
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically changes slice configuration parameters such as bandwidth allocation, latency requirements, and capacity based on real-time network conditions and device needs. This allows flexible adjustment of slice properties to optimize resource utilization without requiring complex manual reconfiguration processes
3Adaptability or versatility
If the system supports multiple device connections with individual slice configurations, then service customization improves, but management complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediate device that acts as a mediator between end devices and the network core. This intermediary manages slice configurations and allocations dynamically, handling the complexity of multiple device connections and individual slice requirements while presenting a simplified interface to both devices and network resources
Solution Approach 2:
The intermediate device performs multiple functions including slice configuration, allocation, activation, deactivation, and modification within a single system component. This multi-functional approach consolidates management complexity into one universal entity rather than requiring separate management mechanisms for each slice or device
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AI summary
The present application relates to adaptive network slicing. In an example, a device acts as an intermediate node between a plurality of end devices and a cellular network. The device can store slice configuration information for an adaptable slice. The adaptable slice can support one or more service types and can be configured for the device and established with the cellular network. Based on the slice configuration information, the device can manage use of the adaptable slice by the end devices. Particularly, the device can route slice traffic to and/or from each one of the end devices by using the adaptable slice. As needed, the device can signal the network to update a configuration or slice properties of the adaptable slice.