5G QoS Flow Data Processing via PDU Set Segmentation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing data processing methods in 5G networks do not adequately differentiate or address the unique processing requirements of different Protocol Data Units (PDUs) or PDU sets within the same Quality of Service (QoS) flow, leading to unsatisfied requirements in special scenarios.

Innovation Solution

A method and apparatus for independently and/or jointly processing different data corresponding to the same QoS flow, allowing for differentiated or collective processing based on attributes such as type, importance, association, priority, and dependency, and enabling flexible routing and function application across different paths and protocol layers.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of manufacture

If data processing is performed based on QoS flow or session granularity without distinction, then processing simplicity is maintained, but the ability to satisfy special scenario requirements deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocessing simplicityVSAvoidability to satisfy special scenario requirements
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments data processing by introducing PDU set as a new granularity level between QoS flow and individual PDU. Different PDU sets within the same QoS flow can be processed independently with different policies, while maintaining the overall QoS flow structure. This segmentation enables specialized processing for specific scenarios without complicating the entire system.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies local quality by allowing different processing characteristics to be applied to different PDU sets within the same QoS flow. Each PDU set can have its own processing requirements, priorities, and handling methods tailored to specific application needs, while the overall QoS flow maintains consistent quality parameters.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

2Device complexity

If all PDU sets in the same QoS flow are processed uniformly, then processing complexity is reduced, but processing precision for specific data requirements deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocessing complexityVSAvoidprocessing precision for specific data requirements
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The introduction of PDU set granularity divides the uniform QoS flow processing into separable units. Each PDU set can be identified, tracked, and processed with specific precision requirements while maintaining manageable complexity through the structured segmentation approach.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

3Manufacturing precision

If differentiated processing is applied to different PDU sets within the same QoS flow, then processing accuracy for specific requirements is improved, but system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocessing accuracy for specific requirementsVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent manages complexity by segmenting differentiated processing into discrete PDU set units with clear boundaries and identification mechanisms. Each segment can be processed independently with its own rules, avoiding the need for complex holistic processing while maintaining accuracy for specific requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically adapts processing approaches based on PDU set characteristics. The network can flexibly apply different processing policies to different PDU sets within the same QoS flow, allowing the system to optimize for specific scenarios without permanently increasing structural complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS20250142402A1Method for processing data, and device
Publication Date: 2025.05.01 GUANGDONG OPPO MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORP LTD
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AI summary

Provided is a method for processing data. The method includes: independently processing and/or jointly processing different data corresponding to a same quality of service (QOS) flow. The method is applicable to a communication device, the communication device includes a processor and a memory storing one or more computer programs, wherein the processor, when loading and running the one or more computer programs, is caused to perform the method.