Service-Type Parameter Selection for Sidelink Positioning

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Solution Overview

Problem

There is currently no definite solution for determining the strategy parameters that terminals need to adopt for ranging/sidelink (SL) positioning under different service types in sidelink communication.

Innovation Solution

A method and system for determining and sending service requests that carry a service type of ranging/SL positioning, allowing devices to determine the appropriate policy/parameters for ranging/SL positioning based on the service type, including vehicle-to-everything (V2X) and Proximity Services (ProSe) for various communication scenarios.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Device complexity

If a single strategy parameter is used for ranging/SL positioning, then the system complexity is reduced, but the positioning accuracy and service adaptability deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesystem complexityVSAvoidpositioning accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by introducing multiple strategy parameters (first strategy parameter and second strategy parameter) that differ in their configuration and usage. The first strategy parameter is used for V2X services with specific positioning requirements, while the second strategy parameter is used for other services. This parameter differentiation allows the system to adapt to different service types and accuracy requirements without overwhelming complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamics by making the strategy parameter selection adaptive rather than static. The terminal device dynamically selects which strategy parameter to use based on the service type being performed. This dynamic adaptation enables the system to optimize positioning accuracy for each specific service scenario while maintaining manageable system complexity through structured parameter management.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If service-specific strategy parameters are implemented, then the adaptability to different service types is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveservice adaptabilityVSAvoiddevice complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies segmentation by dividing the strategy parameters into distinct categories (first strategy parameter for V2X services, second strategy parameter for other services). This segmentation allows each parameter set to be optimized for its specific service type while keeping the overall structure organized and manageable. The terminal device can selectively apply the appropriate segment based on service requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements local quality by configuring different strategy parameters with different properties suited to specific service types. The first strategy parameter has configurations optimized for V2X positioning requirements, while the second strategy parameter has configurations suitable for other services. This local optimization enhances service adaptability without requiring complete redesign for each service type.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

3Reliability

If multiple strategy parameters are maintained for different services, then the positioning performance for specific services is improved, but the information management complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepositioning performanceVSAvoidinformation management complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of information

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by pre-configuring multiple strategy parameters with service-specific optimizations before actual positioning operations. The terminal device receives and stores both the first strategy parameter (for V2X) and the second strategy parameter (for other services) in advance, so that when positioning is needed, the appropriate pre-configured parameter can be quickly selected without complex real-time decision-making.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces an intermediary mechanism in the form of service type identification that mediates between multiple strategy parameters and the positioning function. The terminal device determines the current service type and uses this as the basis for selecting the appropriate strategy parameter. This intermediary simplifies information management by providing a clear selection criterion rather than requiring complex comparisons between multiple parameters.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS20250220622A1Information determination method, information sending method, communication system, apparatus, and device
Publication Date: 2025.07.03 BEIJING XIAOMI MOBILE SOFTWARE CO LTD
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AI summary

An information determining method includes: receiving a service request sent by a second device, in which the service request carries a service type of a ranging/SL positioning; and determining a policy/parameter used to perform the ranging/SL positioning according to the service type.