Pseudo GNSS Interference Detection via Node Time Offset Analysis

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current methods lack an efficient and proprietary way to detect pseudo Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) interference, leading to errors in base station synchronization, reduced call completion rates, and increased call drop rates, requiring complex and inefficient manual interventions by skilled professionals.

Innovation Solution

A method involving the acquisition and analysis of time offsets between nodes to determine if pseudo GNSS interference is present, using absolute, relative, or priority detection modes, with an apparatus configured to calculate and compare fluctuation standard lines to generate alarms for affected nodes, improving Operation Administration and Maintenance (OAM) performance.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If manual intervention by skilled professionals is used to detect pseudo GNSS interference, then detection accuracy can be maintained, but operation complexity and time consumption increase significantly

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection accuracyVSAvoidoperation complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The base station automatically performs pseudo GNSS interference detection by acquiring time offset information from multiple nodes, calculating fluctuation standard lines, and determining interference presence without requiring manual intervention. The system serves itself by using its own receiver and processing capabilities to detect interference affecting its timing synchronization.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces manual mechanical detection methods with automated electronic processing. The base station's receiver and processor automatically acquire time offset data, calculate statistical parameters, and determine interference conditions, substituting the need for professionals to physically travel with electronic equipment and perform manual analysis.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Reliability

If manual detection methods are used to identify affected base stations, then detection thoroughness can be ensured, but productivity and response time decrease

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection thoroughnessVSAvoiddetection efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The base station continuously acquires time offset information from multiple nodes and continuously calculates fluctuation standard lines to detect pseudo GNSS interference. This continuous automated monitoring ensures thorough detection while maintaining high productivity, as the process occurs automatically without interruption or manual intervention.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces time offset information as an intermediary parameter that mediates between the GNSS signals and the interference detection process. By analyzing fluctuations in time offset data from multiple nodes, the system thoroughly detects interference while maintaining efficient automated operation, eliminating the need for direct manual measurement.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Measurement precision

If professional electronic equipment and on-site analysis are used to detect pseudo GNSS interference, then measurement accuracy is maintained, but time consumption and operational cost increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinterference detection accuracyVSAvoiddetection time
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The base station preliminarily prepares by continuously acquiring and storing time offset information from multiple nodes before interference occurs. When interference is present, the system immediately calculates fluctuation standard lines and detects anomalies, enabling rapid accurate detection without requiring professionals to travel with equipment and perform on-site analysis.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The base station's receiver and processor perform multiple functions: they acquire GNSS signals for timing synchronization, collect time offset information from multiple nodes, calculate fluctuation standard lines, and detect pseudo GNSS interference. This multi-functionality enables accurate interference detection using existing infrastructure, eliminating the need for specialized portable equipment and expert intervention.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentEP3882666B1Method, device and system for detecting pseudo GNSS interference
Publication Date: 2024.01.17 ZTE CORP
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AI summary

A method, device and system for detecting pseudo GNSS interference. The method comprises: acquiring a time deviation between any two nodes of M nodes within a first pre-set time, wherein M is an integer greater than or equal to 2 (200); and determining, according to the time deviation between any two nodes of the M nodes within the first pre-set time, whether N nodes are affected by pseudo GNSS interference, wherein N is an integer greater than or equal to 1 (201).