Dynamic Spectrum Sharing Resource Split Between LTE and NR Cells

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current spectrum sharing systems between LTE and NR cells in wireless networks do not dynamically control Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS) tuning parameters, leading to suboptimal resource allocation and inefficient spectrum utilization.

Innovation Solution

A method and system that determine optimal resource splits and tuning parameters between LTE and NR cells based on DSS parameters, using a centralized controller to dynamically adapt resource allocation and optimize Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for fair resource distribution and interference management.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Quantity of substance

If dynamic spectrum sharing is implemented between LTE and NR cells, then spectrum utilization efficiency is improved, but resource allocation complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvespectrum utilization efficiencyVSAvoidresource allocation complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic spectrum sharing by enabling the same frequency spectrum to be dynamically allocated between LTE and NR cells based on real-time network conditions, traffic demands, and service requirements. The system continuously adjusts resource allocation parameters including time slot distribution, frequency resource blocks, and power allocation to optimize spectrum utilization while managing the complexity through automated control mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system manages resource allocation complexity by dynamically adjusting multiple parameters including time slot configurations, frequency resource block assignments, power allocation levels, and modulation schemes. These parameter changes enable flexible adaptation to varying network conditions while maintaining manageable system complexity through standardized adjustment procedures and automated optimization algorithms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Productivity

If resource allocation is optimized for throughput, then data transmission rate is improved, but interference between LTE and NR cells increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata transmission rateVSAvoidinterference between cells
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by implementing cell-specific and user-specific resource allocation strategies where different time slots, frequency resources, and power levels are assigned to LTE and NR cells based on their specific requirements and channel conditions. This localized optimization enables high throughput for each cell while minimizing mutual interference through spatial and spectral separation techniques.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The system converts potential interference between LTE and NR cells into a beneficial effect by using coordinated resource allocation where interference patterns are predicted and exploited to schedule transmissions in a way that maximizes overall system throughput. The system transforms the harmful interference issue into an optimization opportunity by adjusting resource allocation to leverage constructive interference patterns while avoiding destructive ones.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #22Blessing in disguise (Convert harm into benefit)

3Quantity of substance

If DSS tuning parameters are dynamically controlled, then spectrum sharing performance is improved, but system control complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvespectrum sharing performanceVSAvoidsystem control complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements feedback mechanisms where the system continuously monitors spectrum sharing performance metrics including throughput, interference levels, resource utilization, and quality of service parameters. Based on this feedback, the system dynamically adjusts DSS tuning parameters such as time slot allocations, frequency resource distributions, and power settings to optimize spectrum sharing performance while managing control complexity through automated closed-loop control.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system employs self-service mechanisms where automated algorithms and artificial intelligence models independently optimize resource allocation and adjust DSS parameters without requiring manual intervention. The system self-adjusts to changing network conditions, performs autonomous parameter tuning, and maintains optimal spectrum sharing performance through self-learning and adaptive control, thereby reducing the operational complexity burden.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS20230379723A1Method and system for DSS between LTE cell and NR cell in wireless network
Publication Date: 2023.11.23 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

The disclosure relates to a 5th generation (5G) or 6th generation (6G) communication system for supporting a higher data transmission rate. A method and a network entity for dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS) between long term evolution (LTE) cell and new radio (NR) cell in a wireless network are provided. The method includes determining a plurality of DSS parameter, determining a resource split between at least one bearer of a plurality of bearers of the LTE cell and at least one bearer of a plurality of bearers of the NR cell based on the plurality of DSS parameters, determining optimal key performance indicator (KPI) parameters for an overlapped LTE cell and NR cell combination based the resource split, and applying optimal tuning parameters on the overlapped LTE cell and NR cell combination in the wireless network based on the optimal KPI parameters.