Multi-Panel Uplink Power Allocation for Simultaneous TRP Transmission

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing power control methods are inadequate for scenarios involving multiple antenna panels transmitting uplink data simultaneously to multiple transmission reception points (TRPs) in a space division manner, as they fail to account for the need to determine distinct output powers for each panel.

Innovation Solution

A method for controlling power in a terminal and network device that involves receiving indication information to determine output powers for multiple antenna panels during simultaneous uplink transmission, using various power allocation strategies based on total output power, power control parameters, and panel-specific weights.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Device complexity

If a single power control parameter set is used for multiple antenna panels, then the device complexity is reduced, but the power distribution precision for each panel deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower control parameter managementVSAvoidpower distribution precision
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the power control parameters by antenna panel, creating separate parameter sets for each panel. This allows independent optimization of power control for each panel while maintaining manageable complexity through structured organization of the segmented parameters.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies local quality by allowing different power control parameters to be assigned to different antenna panels based on their specific characteristics and transmission requirements. Each panel can have customized power control settings optimized for its local conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

2Manufacturing precision

If separate power control parameters are assigned to each antenna panel, then the power distribution precision is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower distribution precisionVSAvoidpower control parameter management
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces dynamic selection mechanisms where the terminal can adaptively choose between different power control parameter sets based on real-time conditions. This dynamic approach allows the system to achieve high precision when needed while reducing complexity in other scenarios.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent enables flexible parameter configuration where power control parameters can be changed and selected dynamically. The network can indicate different parameter sets, and the terminal can switch between them based on transmission requirements, achieving precision without permanent complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Productivity

If power control parameters are not optimized for each antenna panel, then the device complexity is reduced, but the transmission throughput deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetransmission throughputVSAvoidpower control mechanism
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements preliminary action by pre-configuring multiple power control parameter sets for different antenna panels before transmission. The network device prepares these parameter sets in advance, and the terminal selects the appropriate ones based on current transmission conditions, achieving optimal throughput without real-time complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

4Adaptability or versatility

If multiple power control parameter sets are configured for different antenna panels, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower control adaptabilityVSAvoidparameter set management
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies universality by designing a unified power control framework that can handle multiple antenna panels with different parameter sets through a common mechanism. The same power control procedure can accommodate various configurations, providing adaptability without proportionally increasing complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS20260025770A1Power control method and apparatus, device, and storage medium
Publication Date: 2026.01.22 BEIJING XIAOMI MOBILE SOFTWARE CO LTD
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AI summary

A method for controlling a power is performed by a terminal, and includes: receiving indication information, wherein the indication information indicates an output power corresponding to at least two antenna panels in the terminal during uplink transmission; and determining an output power corresponding to each of the at least two antenna panels that perform the uplink transmission simultaneously, based on the output power indicated by the indication information.