Mobile Network Interaction Proxy for Edge Data Routing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional 5G networks and ETSI-MEC edge computing systems operate independently, lacking integration which hinders efficient data routing and processing, leading to suboptimal latency and bandwidth utilization.
Innovation Solution
A method involving a communication node that identifies and sends edge computing parameters to the control plane of a mobile network to route user plane data to an edge computing system, facilitating communication and processing closer to user equipment, thereby integrating mobile networks with edge computing systems.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional 5G networks and ETSI-MEC edge computing systems operate independently, then system simplicity is maintained, but data routing efficiency and processing performance deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a mobile network interaction proxy as an intermediary component that facilitates communication between the mobile network control plane and the ETSI-MEC edge computing system. This proxy receives edge computing parameters from the control plane, translates them into appropriate routing decisions, and enables efficient data routing to edge computing systems without requiring direct complex integration between the mobile network and edge computing infrastructure.
2Loss of time
If edge computing parameters are sent to control plane for routing user plane data, then bandwidth efficiency and latency are improved, but control plane processing load increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the control and user plane functions by introducing a dedicated mobile network interaction proxy that handles edge computing parameter translation and routing decisions. This segmentation allows the control plane to focus on high-level routing decisions while the proxy handles the detailed parameter translation and user plane data routing, thereby reducing the processing load on the control plane while maintaining low latency through efficient edge computing utilization.
3Loss of energy
If mobile applications are hosted closer to user equipment, then bandwidth savings and latency reduction are achieved, but network infrastructure complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables the mobile network interaction proxy to serve multiple functions: it acts as a parameter translator between control plane and edge computing systems, a routing decision maker for user plane data, and a coordinator for mobile application hosting near user equipment. This multi-functionality allows the network to host applications closer to users for bandwidth and latency benefits while managing infrastructure complexity through a single versatile component rather than multiple specialized systems.
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AI summary
A system and method for integrating a mobile network with an edge computing system is disclosed. In one embodiment, a method performed by a communication node includes: identifying edge computing parameters for an edge computing system, wherein the edge computing parameters are used for routing user plane data to the edge computing system using a control plane of a mobile network; determining that communications are to be performed at the edge computing system in accordance with the edge computing parameters; and sending the edge computing parameters to the control plane.