Mixed-Numerology PHY Modulation Mapping for Interference Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless communication systems face challenges in efficiently managing mixed Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiplexing (OFDM) waveform numerologies in adjacent partitions, leading to inter-numerology interference and SNR degradation, which limits data rates and spectral efficiency, especially in scenarios with varying signal-to-noise ratios.
Innovation Solution
The solution involves mapping lower order modulation for resources near partition edges and higher order modulation for resources closer to the center, along with dynamic re-transmission of codewords using different modulation schemes based on signal quality, to optimize communication performance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If higher order modulation is used for resources near partition edges, then data rates are improved, but inter-numerology interference increases and SNR degrades
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by using different modulation orders for different spatial locations within the same partition. Specifically, resources closer to the center of the partition use higher order modulation (e.g., 64-QAM) while resources near partition edges use lower order modulation (e.g., QPSK). This localized differentiation optimizes performance by matching modulation complexity to the actual channel conditions at each location, reducing interference vulnerability at edges while maximizing throughput at centers.
2Productivity
If mixed numerologies are used in adjacent partitions, then spectral efficiency is improved, but inter-numerology interference occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements parameter changes by dynamically adjusting the modulation order parameter based on the resource's position within the partition and the signal-to-noise ratio conditions. The modulation order is changed from a uniform system-wide parameter to a localized parameter that varies by resource location, allowing the system to adapt to mixed numerology environments while mitigating interference effects through appropriate modulation selection.
3Reliability
If dynamic re-transmission with different modulation schemes is implemented, then communication reliability is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by enabling flexible, dynamic re-transmission of codewords using different modulation schemes based on channel conditions. Instead of a static modulation approach, the system can dynamically switch between modulation orders (e.g., from 64-QAM to QPSK) for re-transmissions, allowing adaptation to varying SNR conditions while maintaining reliable communication. This dynamic behavior is managed through coordinated signaling between transmitter and receiver.
Data Source
AI summary
A wireless transmit/receive unit (WTRU) may receive assignment information for receiving a first codeword using a first modulation and coding scheme (MCS) in a first set of resource blocks (RBs), and a second codeword using a second, different MCS in a second set of RBs. The first and second sets of RBs may be in a first time interval in a first bandwidth part using a first subcarrier spacing. The WTRU may receive, in symbols of the first time interval in the first bandwidth part, the first codeword using the first MCS in the first set of RBs and the second codeword using the second, different MCS in the second set of RBs. At least a portion of the first codeword and at least a portion of the second codeword may be received in at least a first symbol in the symbols in the first time interval.


