Multi-Receive Chain Scheduling for RRM Measurement Gaps

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Solution Overview

Problem

The challenge of defining RSRP measurement cycles and managing interruptions in terminals utilizing multi-receiver chains within 3GPP LTE and NR systems, particularly in scenarios requiring enhanced mobile broadband, massive machine-type-communications, and ultra-reliable low latency communications, is not adequately addressed.

Innovation Solution

The RSRP measurement period for terminals with multi-receiver chains is shortened, and communication is managed to avoid interruptions during RRM measurements, ensuring efficient data transmission and reception.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Speed

If the RSRP measurement period is shortened for multi-receiver chain terminals, then measurement speed and responsiveness are improved, but the complexity of managing measurement cycles and communication scheduling increases

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveRSRP measurement speedVSAvoidmeasurement cycle management complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The measurement process is segmented by receiver chain, with each receiver chain having its own measurement cycle. The base station configures separate measurement cycles for different receiver chains, allowing independent optimization of measurement timing for each chain while managing overall complexity through structured configuration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The measurement cycle configuration is made dynamic and adaptable. The base station can configure different measurement cycles based on terminal capabilities, network conditions, and service requirements. This dynamic configuration allows the system to optimize measurement speed while adapting to varying complexity requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Reliability

If RRM measurements are performed with multi-receiver chains, then measurement accuracy and reliability are improved, but communication interruptions increase

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveRRM measurement reliabilityVSAvoidcommunication interruption time
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

RRM measurements are performed periodically with configured measurement cycles for each receiver chain. This periodic approach allows measurements to be conducted at optimal intervals without requiring continuous interruption of communication, thereby maintaining reliability while minimizing time loss.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

Solution Approach 2:

Measurement configurations and timing are predetermined and configured in advance by the base station. The terminal is pre-configured with measurement cycles and parameters, allowing measurements to be executed efficiently without ad-hoc interruptions to communication.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

3Measurement precision

If multiple measurement cycles are managed for multi-receiver chains, then measurement precision and coverage are improved, but scheduling complexity and resource management overhead increase

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveRSRP measurement precisionVSAvoidscheduling management complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Measurement management is segmented by receiver chain, with each chain having dedicated measurement cycles and configurations. This segmentation allows precise measurement management for each chain while the base station maintains overall coordination, distributing complexity rather than centralizing it.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system implements feedback mechanisms where measurement results from multiple receiver chains are collected and used to optimize future measurement scheduling. The base station receives measurement reports and adjusts measurement cycle configurations based on observed conditions, improving precision while adapting to actual system state.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS20250358648A1Method of managing multiple receive chains
Publication Date: 2025.11.20 LG ELECTRONICS INC
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AI summary

A disclosure of the present specification provides a method of performing communication by a UE. The method comprises the steps in which: the UE has a capability of receiving a signal by means of a first antenna panel and a second antenna panel, and receives control or data from a first base station through the first antenna panel; and the UE receives a reference signal from a second base station through the second antenna panel to perform radio resource management (RRM) measurement, wherein the UE skips the step of receiving the control or data in an interval of performing the RRM measurement.