Measuring Node Measurement Configuration Adaptability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for handling measurements in wireless communication systems, particularly in LTE networks, face challenges such as unclear requirements for dynamic measurement configuration, especially when cell changes occur, leading to inefficiencies in resource management and potential loss of valuable measurement data.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that allow a measuring node to detect changes in measurement configurations and utilize both initial and new measurement configurations for radio resource management tasks, using defined rules to efficiently handle signal activity patterns and measurement data, thereby optimizing communication control and resource utilization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If measurement configuration is changed dynamically to adapt to changing network conditions, then adaptability is improved, but measurement precision deteriorates due to loss of measurement data during configuration transitions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by defining rules in advance for handling measurements during configuration changes. The measuring node is pre-configured with behavior rules that determine whether to continue, suspend, or discard measurements based on the type of configuration change, thereby preparing the system beforehand to handle transitions without data loss
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the parameter of measurement configuration from static to dynamic, allowing the measurement configuration to be modified during operation. This enables the system to adapt measurement parameters (such as measurement objects, reporting configurations, and resource allocations) based on changing network conditions while maintaining measurement continuity through defined transition rules
2Productivity
If measurement configuration is changed frequently to optimize resource management, then productivity is improved, but loss of time increases due to repeated measurement interruptions and restarts
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the measurement configuration changeable during operation rather than fixed. The measuring node can dynamically adjust measurement configurations based on network conditions, allowing flexible optimization of resource management while maintaining continuous measurement operations through defined behavior during transitions
Solution Approach 2:
The patent ensures continuity of useful action by defining rules that allow measurements to continue during configuration changes where appropriate. Instead of completely interrupting and restarting measurements, the system maintains measurement continuity by determining whether to suspend or continue measurements based on the type of configuration change, thereby reducing time loss
3Measurement precision
If strict rules are imposed on measurement behavior during configuration changes to ensure measurement precision, then device complexity increases due to additional control mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies self-service by enabling the measuring node to autonomously determine its own behavior during configuration changes based on pre-defined rules. The measuring node independently evaluates the type of configuration change and decides whether to continue, suspend, or discard measurements without requiring complex external control mechanisms, thereby reducing overall system complexity while maintaining precision
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AI summary
The present disclosure relates to a method in a measuring node and a measuring node for handling measurements performed on signals received over a wireless interface in a wireless communication system. The method comprises performing (202) measurements on the received signals according to a first measurement configuration, detecting (204) that a change from the first measurement configuration to a second measurement configuration has occurred, performing (206) measurements on the received signals according to the second measurement configuration, and using (210) the measurements performed according to the first measurement configuration and the measurements performed according to the second measurement configuration for radio resource management tasks. At least one of the first measurement configuration and the second measurement configuration comprises a signal activity pattern.