Neighbor Cell Information Combination via Dynamic Indicators
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mobile communication systems inflexibly combine neighbor cell information from broadcast and non-broadcast signaling sources, often prioritizing one over the other without adjustable rules, leading to inefficient neighbor cell list updates and measurements.
Innovation Solution
The method involves using combination indicators to determine whether to combine or prioritize neighbor cell information from broadcast and non-broadcast signaling sources, allowing for flexible integration and adjustment of combining rules for each radio access technology (RAT), enabling more accurate and dynamic neighbor cell list updates.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If fixed prioritization rules are used to combine neighbor cell information from broadcast and non-broadcast signaling, then the combination process is simple, but the adaptability to different RATs and measurement scenarios is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the combination rules adjustable and configurable rather than fixed. The system allows dynamic selection of combination strategies (e.g., union, intersection, prioritization) based on the specific RAT and measurement scenario, enabling the mobile station to adapt combining behavior to different network conditions and requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the parameters of the combination process by introducing configurable parameters that allow different combination strategies to be selected based on RAT type and measurement context. This enables parameter-driven adaptation of the information combining logic to match specific operational requirements.
2Measurement precision
If neighbor cell information from multiple signaling sources is combined without flexible rules, then the implementation is straightforward, but the accuracy of cell reselection and measurement is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the combination process into distinct manageable components: identification of broadcast and non-broadcast signaling sources, evaluation of combination indicators, selection of appropriate combination strategies, and execution of the merging logic. This segmentation allows complex combination logic to be organized into modular steps that can be implemented systematically.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent incorporates feedback mechanisms through combination indicators that provide information about the appropriate combining strategy based on the signaling sources and measurement context. This feedback loop enables the system to adjust the combination approach based on real-time conditions, improving measurement accuracy.
3Quantity of substance
If separate neighbor cell information is signaled for each supported RAT, then the completeness of information is improved, but the complexity of processing and combining this information increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by creating a unified combination framework that handles multiple RATs through a common process. The same combination logic and evaluation mechanisms can be applied across different RATs, with the system automatically adapting to the specific requirements of each RAT type, thereby reducing overall processing complexity while maintaining comprehensive information coverage.
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AI summary
Methods and apparatus to combine neighbor cell information obtained from multiple signaling sources are disclosed. An example method disclosed herein comprises receiving first neighbor cell information via broadcast signaling, receiving second neighbor cell information via non-broadcast signaling, receiving an indicator indicating whether to (1) use the first and second neighbor cell information, or (2) use the second neighbor cell information but not the first neighbor cell information, and utilizing at least one of the first or second neighbor cell information in accordance with the indicator.