Preamble Sequence Prefix Suffix Multipath Interference Cancellation
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing preamble sequences in DOCSIS systems lack anti-multipath interference performance, leading to complex carrier frequency error estimation and large frequency offset estimation errors.
Innovation Solution
A prefix and suffix are added to the frequency offset estimation sequence at the transmit end to enhance anti-multipath interference performance, allowing for the use of either a cycle or rotation sequence, which can cancel multipath channel interference and adjust the estimation range for improved accuracy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a traditional cycle sequence is used for frequency offset estimation, then the estimation process can be completed, but the estimation accuracy is poor and the operation is complex due to multipath interference
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by adding a prefix sequence before the main frequency offset estimation sequence. This prefix sequence is specifically designed to cancel multipath interference in advance, so that when the main sequence is processed for frequency offset estimation, the multipath interference has already been mitigated. This resolves the contradiction by preparing the signal structure beforehand to improve estimation accuracy without complicating the actual estimation operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the frequency offset estimation sequence into multiple identical subsequences arranged in parallel. By dividing the estimation process into multiple segments that can be processed independently and then combined, the patent simplifies the overall operation while improving robustness against multipath interference. Each subsequence can be processed separately, and their combined result provides more accurate frequency offset estimation.
2Measurement precision
If no anti-multipath measures are implemented, then the preamble sequence structure remains simple, but the frequency offset estimation value has large errors
Solution Approach 1:
The prefix sequence is designed in advance to counteract multipath interference effects. By performing this preliminary anti-multipath action, the patent achieves accurate frequency offset estimation without requiring complex processing during the main estimation phase. The prefix sequence structure is predetermined and can be generated using simple algorithms, maintaining ease of implementation while dramatically improving estimation accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent converts the harmful multipath interference into a beneficial structure by designing the prefix sequence to exploit the known characteristics of multipath channels. Instead of trying to eliminate multipath effects through complex filtering, the patent uses the prefix to create a structured signal that, when processed, automatically cancels multipath interference. This transforms the harmful interference into a feature that aids accurate estimation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the estimation range is limited, then the calculation is simpler, but the frequency offset estimation cannot adapt to different channel conditions
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the frequency offset estimation sequence into multiple identical subsequences, the patent enables the system to handle larger frequency offset ranges. Each subsequence can be processed independently with the same simple algorithm, and the results are combined to achieve accurate estimation across a wide range. This segmentation approach maintains algorithmic simplicity while expanding adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal estimation structure where the same processing algorithm can be applied to each subsequence regardless of the channel conditions or frequency offset magnitude. This multi-functional approach allows the system to adapt to different channel conditions and estimation ranges without requiring multiple different algorithms, thus maintaining simplicity while achieving versatility.
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AI summary
The present invention provides a preamble sequence sending and receiving method and apparatus, and a system. The preamble sequence sending method includes: generating, by a transmit end, a frequency offset estimation sequence, where the frequency offset estimation sequence includes N subsequences each with a length of M, N is a positive integer greater than or equal to 2, and M is a positive integer; generating, by the transmit end, a prefix and a suffix based on the frequency offset estimation sequence; adding, by the transmit end, the prefix and the suffix before and after the frequency offset estimation sequence respectively to form a preamble sequence, where the prefix and the suffix are used for canceling multipath interference; and adding, by the transmit end, the preamble sequence to a data packet and sending the data packet to a receive end. In this method, the prefix and the suffix are added to the frequency offset estimation sequence at the transmit end, so as to provide a frequency offset estimation sequence with higher anti-multipath interference performance.