QoE and MDT Measurement Alignment for Wireless Network Analysis
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless communication systems face challenges in efficiently providing advanced services due to the complexity of 5G technologies and IoT integration, particularly in optimizing user experience and network management for applications like smart homes and connected cars.
Innovation Solution
A measurement method involving configuration and reporting processes to align and assist first and second measurements, including QoE and MDT measurements, to enhance network optimization and user experience by correlating application layer and radio-related data for targeted analysis.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If multiple measurement types (QoE and MDT) are performed separately in existing wireless communication systems, then comprehensive network data can be collected, but measurement redundancy increases and analysis efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines QoE measurement and MDT measurement into a unified measurement framework. The network device configures both measurement types to be performed simultaneously, with results reported together through a single reporting mechanism. This merging eliminates redundant measurement processes and enables correlated analysis of application layer and radio layer data, directly reducing analysis time while maintaining measurement accuracy.
2Reliability
If separate measurement configurations are used for QoE and MDT measurements, then measurement independence is maintained, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal measurement configuration mechanism that handles both QoE and MDT measurements through a single configuration framework. The network device sends unified measurement configuration information that includes parameters for both measurement types, and the terminal device executes both measurements using this single configuration. This multi-functional approach maintains measurement reliability while significantly reducing configuration complexity.
3Ease of manufacture
If application layer measurement data and radio-related measurement data are analyzed separately, then data processing is simpler, but network optimization effectiveness decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a correlated analysis mechanism that acts as an intermediary between application layer measurement data and radio layer measurement data. The network device receives both types of measurement results and performs joint analysis, identifying correlations between QoE issues and radio conditions. This intermediary analysis process enables effective network optimization by linking application performance with radio performance without requiring complex separate processing systems.
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AI summary
A measurement method is provided herein, which includes a first node transmitting a first message to a second node. The first message includes configuration related to a second measurement for assisting a first measurement. The second node starts the second measurement according to the configuration related to the second measurement, or obtains information used for aligning the first measurement with the second measurement according to the configuration related to the second measurement.