Receipt Status Reporting Flexibility in Communication Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current systems for data unit receipt status reporting in communication networks lack flexibility, as they typically allow only one type of status report to be sent at a fixed periodicity, which can lead to inefficient use of transmission resources and inadequate control over data unit transmission.
Innovation Solution
The method involves configuring communication devices to send two different types of receipt status reports with distinct periodicities, allowing for more flexible reporting by associating a first status report type with a first reporting periodicity parameter and a second status report type with a second reporting periodicity parameter, enabling efficient use of transmission resources by balancing reporting frequency and detail.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single type of status report is sent at a fixed periodicity, then the system operation is simple, but the reporting flexibility and resource efficiency deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the status reporting function into multiple report types (e.g., first type and second type), each with its own periodicity parameter. This allows different granularity levels of reporting (detailed vs. concise) to be configured independently, enabling flexible adaptation to various network conditions without requiring complete redesign of the reporting mechanism.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces dynamic configurability by allowing multiple periodicity parameters to be associated with different report types. The system can dynamically select which report type to send based on current network conditions, data unit transmission patterns, and resource availability, transforming a static reporting system into a dynamic one that adapts to changing requirements.
2Measurement precision
If detailed status reports are sent frequently, then transmission control precision is improved, but resource consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by assigning different levels of detail to different status reports based on specific needs. The first status report type can provide detailed information when precise control is required, while the second type provides concise updates for routine monitoring. This localized differentiation of report quality optimizes the balance between control precision and resource consumption.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements partial action by sending only the necessary amount of status information at each reporting interval. Instead of always sending complete detailed reports, the system can select a simplified report type when full detail is not required, thereby reducing resource consumption while maintaining adequate transmission control through selective use of detailed reporting.
3Productivity
If multiple status report types with different periodicities are configured, then reporting efficiency is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal status reporting framework that can handle multiple report types through a unified configuration mechanism. The configuration information element is designed to accommodate multiple periodicity parameters and report type associations in a standardized manner, allowing the system to manage complexity through universality rather than requiring separate mechanisms for each report type.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent manages complexity through parameterization by introducing configurable parameters that define report types and their associated periodicities. By changing these parameters based on network conditions and requirements, the system can achieve high reporting efficiency without hardcoding complex logic, as the behavior is controlled through parameter adjustments rather than structural complexity.
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AI summary
A method of receipt status reporting in a communication device, comprising configuring (S1) said communication device for periodic receipt status reporting by associating a first status report type with a value of a first reporting periodicity parameter and associating a second status report type with a value of second reporting periodicity parameter, said first status report type being different from said second status report type and said first reporting periodicity parameter being different from said second reporting periodicity parameter, and periodically (S2) sending receipt status reports of said first type according to said associated value of said first reporting periodicity parameter and receipt status reports of said second type according to said associated value of said second reporting periodicity parameter.