SCell Activation Reference Signal Configuration for Lower Delay
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless communication systems face delays and inefficiencies in secondary cell activation due to lengthy delays in activating secondary cells, leading to suboptimal data rates and resource wastage.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus for configuring secondary cell activation reference signals, utilizing a trigger state indication and resource set configurations to optimize the activation process, reducing delays and improving communication efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of time
If traditional secondary cell activation procedures are used, then cell activation can be achieved, but lengthy delays occur in the activation process
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by configuring reference signal resources and trigger states in advance before secondary cell activation is needed. The network configures multiple reference signal resource sets with associated trigger states, allowing the UE to prepare measurement resources beforehand. When activation is required, the pre-configured resources enable immediate measurement and reporting, eliminating the need for ad-hoc configuration during activation and thus reducing activation delay.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the reference signal resources into multiple distinct resource sets, each associated with specific trigger states. This segmentation allows different measurement scenarios to be handled by dedicated resource sets, enabling parallel preparation of multiple activation scenarios. The segmentation of measurement resources facilitates faster switching and activation by having pre-allocated resources for different possible activation conditions.
2Productivity
If traditional secondary cell activation procedures are used, then activation can occur, but resource wastage increases due to inefficient resource allocation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic resource allocation through trigger states that activate specific reference signal resource sets based on current network conditions and activation requirements. Instead of continuously allocating resources or using fixed configuration, the system dynamically selects and activates only the necessary reference signal resources when needed. This dynamic approach ensures optimal resource utilization by allocating measurement resources precisely when and where they are required for secondary cell activation.
Data Source
AI summary
Various aspects of the present disclosure generally relate to wireless communication. In some aspects, a user equipment (UE) may receive an indication of a trigger state associated with a configuration for receiving one or more secondary cell (SCell) activation reference signals. The UE may receive the one or more SCell activation reference signals based at least in part on the configuration. Numerous other aspects are described.