Network-Controlled Repeater Beam Directivity for Separate Coverage Regions
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless communication systems face challenges in efficiently extending coverage and managing beam directivity in network-controlled repeaters, particularly in scenarios where direct communication is obstructed or out of range, leading to difficulties in providing seamless connectivity.
Innovation Solution
A repeater device equipped with antennas, a transceiver, and a processor dynamically adjusts its coverage regions based on network control, allowing for separate and flexible configuration of access and backhaul links, enhancing beamforming capabilities to improve communication with user equipment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the repeater device uses fixed beam configuration, then the system is simple to operate, but the coverage adaptability is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic beam configuration where the repeater device can adjust its beam direction and coverage regions based on real-time network conditions and user equipment locations. The network device dynamically controls the repeater's beamforming parameters, allowing the system to adapt to changing coverage requirements without manual reconfiguration.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes beamforming parameters such as beam direction, width, and coverage region configuration based on network conditions. The network device modifies these parameters dynamically to optimize coverage for different user equipment locations and network scenarios, improving adaptability while maintaining manageable complexity through automated control.
2Productivity
If the repeater device dynamically adjusts coverage regions, then the coverage efficiency is improved, but the control complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the repeater device reports its status and network conditions to the network device. Based on this feedback, the network device dynamically adjusts the repeater's coverage regions and beam configuration to optimize coverage efficiency. The feedback loop enables automated adaptive control without excessive complexity at the repeater end.
Solution Approach 2:
The network device acts as an intermediary that centralizes the complex control logic for beam configuration and coverage region management. Rather than requiring the repeater device to autonomously manage complex parameters, the network device provides simplified control instructions based on overall network conditions, distributing complexity appropriately.
3Reliability
If the repeater device uses fixed beam direction, then the device complexity is reduced, but the communication efficiency in blockage scenarios deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables dynamic beam direction adjustment where the repeater device can change its beam orientation in response to blockage detection and network conditions. This dynamic capability allows the system to maintain communication efficiency in challenging scenarios by redirecting beams around obstacles or to alternative users.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes beam direction parameters dynamically based on detected blockages and network conditions. The network device modifies beam orientation to optimize communication paths, improving reliability in blockage scenarios while managing complexity through centralized control based on real-time environmental awareness.
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AI summary
The present disclosure is related to techniques for configuring a repeater device by control signaling in a wireless communications system. In some embodiments, a repeater device is configured to form separate coverage regions. For example, the repeater device determines a first coverage region based on a first beam at the repeater device paired with a network device, wherein the first coverage region corresponds to a direction such that the first beam falls within the first coverage region for serving a control link or a backhaul link between the repeater device and the network device. Based on a first indication, the repeater device determines one or more coverage regions with respect to the first coverage region, wherein the one or more coverage regions are configured to communicate with a user equipment via an access link of the repeater device.