Reference Signal Measurement With Terminal Timing Deviation Correction

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Solution Overview

Problem

In dynamic time division duplex (TDD) scenarios, cross interference between uplink and downlink transmissions in different cells is exacerbated by timing deviations between terminal devices, leading to inaccurate reference signal measurements due to differences in symbol timing.

Innovation Solution

A method and device that determine the timing deviation between terminal devices using indication information, adjusting the timing relationship to ensure accurate measurement of reference signals by synchronizing the reception and transmission times.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If dynamic TDD configuration is used to adapt to service transmission, then service transmission adaptability is improved, but cross interference between uplink and downlink transmissions in different cells increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveservice transmission adaptabilityVSAvoidcross interference
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a feedback mechanism where terminal devices measure reference signals and report measurement results to the network side. The network side uses this feedback information to adjust TDD configuration and timing parameters, creating a closed-loop system that adapts to interference conditions dynamically while maintaining service quality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces dynamic timing adjustment mechanisms where the timing deviation between terminal devices is continuously monitored and adjusted. The system dynamically modifies transmission timing parameters based on real-time interference conditions, allowing the TDD configuration to adapt flexibly to changing network conditions and reduce cross-interference.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Ease of operation

If timing deviation between terminal devices is not corrected, then measurement simplicity is maintained, but reference signal measurement accuracy deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemeasurement simplicityVSAvoidreference signal measurement accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary timing correction by having terminal devices obtain indication information about timing deviations before performing reference signal measurements. The timing adjustment is performed in advance, ensuring that when the measurement occurs, the timing deviation has already been corrected, thereby maintaining measurement simplicity while improving accuracy.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces an intermediary mechanism where indication information about timing deviations is exchanged between terminal devices and the network side. This intermediary timing information acts as a mediator that enables accurate reference signal measurements without requiring direct complex synchronization between all terminal devices, thus maintaining operational simplicity while achieving measurement precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS20260052417A1Measurement method, device and storage
Publication Date: 2026.02.19 BEIJING XIAOMI MOBILE SOFTWARE CO LTD
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AI summary

A measurement method, a communication device and a storage medium are provided. The measurement method is performed by a first terminal device, and includes: obtaining indication information, wherein the indication information is used to determine a timing deviation between the first terminal device and a second terminal device; and measuring a reference signal sent by the second terminal device based on the timing deviation.