Network Element State Detection and Energy Saving Coordination
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for detecting out-of-service network elements in communications systems are inefficient, leading to prolonged determination times and increased error probabilities, as they only consider the base station itself and fail to differentiate between energy-saving and out-of-service states effectively.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that determine whether a network element is out of service, a compensation element, or performing optimization, and prohibit it from entering an energy-saving state to prevent misclassification and expedite detection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If network element state detection methods only consider base station internal parameters, then detection implementation is simple, but detection accuracy decreases and out-of-service determination time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple detection dimensions (internal base station parameters, KPIs, PMs, and neighboring cell information) into a unified detection framework. This merging of detection sources enables comprehensive state assessment, improving determination accuracy while maintaining implementation feasibility through standardized collection procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The detection method is designed to work across multiple network element types (base stations, cells, sectors) using a universal approach. The same detection framework and parameter collection methodology applies universally, enabling consistent out-of-service determination regardless of the specific network element being monitored.
2Device complexity
If network element state detection relies on periodic KPI/PM collection, then detection complexity is reduced, but detection speed decreases and out-of-service determination is delayed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary actions by continuously collecting and pre-processing KPI and PM data before out-of-service conditions occur. This advance preparation enables immediate detection and determination when anomalies occur, improving detection speed without requiring complex real-time analysis infrastructure.
Solution Approach 2:
The detection system incorporates feedback mechanisms where detection results and determined states are fed back into the monitoring process. This feedback loop enables dynamic adjustment of detection parameters and thresholds, improving both detection speed and accuracy through continuous optimization based on observed network conditions.
3Use of energy by moving object
If out-of-service detection and energy saving control are not coordinated, then energy saving operations can be implemented, but misclassification occurs where out-of-service elements are incorrectly entered into energy saving state
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic coordination between out-of-service detection and energy saving control through a unified state determination mechanism. The system dynamically adjusts energy saving eligibility based on real-time detection results, ensuring that elements determined to be out-of-service are excluded from energy saving operations while maintaining energy efficiency for normally operating elements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary coordination layer that mediates between out-of-service detection results and energy saving control decisions. This intermediary mechanism ensures that state determination from detection is properly translated into energy saving eligibility, preventing misclassification and ensuring reliable coordination between these two functions.
Data Source
AI summary
Embodiments of the present invention disclose a method and an apparatus for processing a network element state. The method includes: obtaining a network element by monitoring network element performance data or an accepted operation request, where the network element is a base station or a cell or a subnet; then obtaining target data corresponding to the network element, where the target data includes at least one of trace data, manual minimization of drive tests data, radio link failure data, a user equipment error report, alarm data, and performance data; subsequently, according to the target data, determining whether the network element is out of service or needs to compensate another network element; and finally, when the network element is out of service or needs to compensate another network element, indicating whether the network element can enter an energy saving state. The present invention is applicable to the field of communications systems.