Network Node Energy-State Signaling for 5G Coverage Compensation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing energy-saving solutions in network technologies face challenges in balancing energy efficiency with timely communication, particularly in 5G networks where signal coverage can be compromised during energy-saving states.

Innovation Solution

An information transmission method where network nodes exchange energy-saving state level information and control signals to adjust their energy-saving states dynamically, allowing for coverage compensation operations to ensure timely communication while reducing energy consumption.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Use of energy by moving object

If network nodes enter energy-saving states to reduce energy consumption, then energy efficiency is improved, but signal coverage is compromised and timely communication is prevented

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveenergy consumptionVSAvoidsignal coverage
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic energy-saving state management where network nodes can transition between different energy-saving states (first state, second state, third state) based on real-time conditions. The network device receives first information indicating energy-saving state level information and dynamically adjusts the energy-saving state of network nodes, allowing the system to adapt between energy consumption and signal coverage requirements

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the parameter of energy-saving state level information to resolve the contradiction. By receiving first information that indicates energy-saving state level information and adjusting the energy-saving state accordingly, the system can modify its operational parameters to balance energy efficiency with communication reliability

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Loss of energy

If network nodes enter deep energy-saving states to maximize energy savings, then energy efficiency is improved, but coverage gaps increase and communication reliability deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveenergy savingsVSAvoidcommunication timeliness
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of energyVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies partial action by implementing different levels of energy-saving states rather than a single deep energy-saving state. The network device can select appropriate energy-saving state levels based on conditions, applying partial energy-saving measures when needed while maintaining full operation when communication timeliness is critical

Inventive Principle:
Principle #16Partial or excessive action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements feedback mechanisms where the network device receives first information indicating energy-saving state level information and second information related to coverage compensation. This feedback loop allows the system to adjust energy-saving states based on actual communication needs and coverage conditions, preventing excessive energy-saving that would harm productivity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS20250294448A1Information transmission method, device and network apparatus
Publication Date: 2025.09.18 DATANG MOBILE COMM EQUIP CO LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure provide information transmission method, device and network apparatus. The method includes: transmitting, by a first network node, first information to at least one second network node, wherein the first information indicates the energy-saving state level information of the first network node, or instructs the at least one second network node to enter an energy-saving state and indicates the energy-saving state level information of the second network node.