Network-Controlled Repeater Latency Indication
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wireless communication systems lack efficient methods for network-controlled repeaters (NCRs) to indicate latency capabilities and switch between repeater modes for mobile termination and forwarding, leading to suboptimal performance and resource management.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a method where NCRs transmit and receive indications of latency capabilities and sleep mode capabilities, allowing them to switch between repeater modes based on these indications to optimize communication processes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If NCRs switch between repeater modes for mobile termination and forwarding, then communication flexibility and adaptability are improved, but switching latency and response time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The NCR performs preliminary actions by pre-configuring multiple repeater modes (mobile termination mode and forwarding mode) with pre-established parameter sets. When mode switching is required, the NCR can rapidly activate the pre-configured mode rather than configuring parameters in real-time, thereby reducing switching latency while maintaining adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The NCR implements dynamic mode switching capability that allows flexible transition between repeater modes based on real-time network conditions. The system dynamically adjusts operational parameters and maintains multiple configuration states, enabling rapid adaptation to changing communication requirements without excessive latency.
2Productivity
If NCRs continuously monitor and indicate latency capabilities, then communication efficiency and network performance are improved, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of continuous monitoring and indication of latency capabilities, the NCR employs periodic reporting mechanisms. The NCR transmits latency capability indications at scheduled intervals or triggered by specific events (such as mode changes or network requests), thereby maintaining communication efficiency information availability while significantly reducing energy consumption compared to continuous monitoring.
3Use of energy by moving object
If NCRs implement sleep modes for power conservation, then energy efficiency is improved, but response time and activation latency increase
Solution Approach 1:
The NCR maintains preliminary readiness by keeping essential functional components in a low-power standby state rather than completely shutting down. Critical parameters and configuration data are pre-loaded into memory, allowing the NCR to quickly activate from sleep mode with minimal latency while still achieving significant energy savings compared to full operational state.
Solution Approach 2:
The NCR implements dynamic parameter adjustment between sleep mode and active mode, transitioning operational parameters such as clock frequencies, processor states, and radio transceiver configurations. This parameter-based approach enables graded power management where the NCR can enter different sleep depths based on expected activation timing, optimizing the trade-off between energy efficiency and activation latency.
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AI summary
Various aspects of the present disclosure generally relate to wireless communication. In some aspects, a network-controlled repeater (NCR) may transmit an indication of a latency capability of the NCR for switching between repeater modes for mobile termination and for forwarding. The NCR may communicate based at least in part on the latency capability. Numerous other aspects are described.