Small Data Transmission Control for Idle-State Uplink Mismatch

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing communication systems lack a solution for timely data transmission when data to be sent does not meet the conditions for small data transmission, necessitating a method to ensure data is transmitted efficiently without entering a connected state.

Innovation Solution

A terminal sends first information to a network device when configuration information of small data transmission does not meet the transmission requirements, allowing the network device to make decisions to transition the terminal to a connected state for data transmission.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If data transmission is performed without flow control in full-duplex mode, then transmission efficiency is improved, but data loss occurs when buffer is full

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetransmission efficiencyVSAvoiddata loss
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a flow control mechanism where the receiver monitors its buffer status and sends feedback signals (first feedback information indicating buffer full state, second feedback information indicating buffer empty state) to the transmitter. This feedback loop enables the transmitter to adjust its transmission rate dynamically, preventing data loss while maintaining high transmission efficiency through selective continuation of transmission operations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

2Reliability

If flow control is implemented to prevent data loss, then reliability is improved, but transmission efficiency decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata loss preventionVSAvoidtransmission efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs dynamic flow control where the transmission operation mode is adaptively adjusted based on real-time buffer status. The system transitions between different transmission modes (continuing to send, stopping, or switching to half-duplex) depending on receiver buffer conditions, thereby maintaining reliability while maximizing transmission efficiency through flexible, condition-based decision making.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies partial action by selectively continuing data transmission only when buffer conditions permit, rather than continuously transmitting. The transmitter sends data in partial bursts interspersed with flow control pauses, achieving sufficient data delivery without the excessive transmission that would cause buffer overflow and data loss.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #16Partial or excessive action

3Reliability

If buffer size is increased to prevent data loss, then reliability is improved, but device complexity and memory requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata loss preventionVSAvoidbuffer memory requirements
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements preliminary flow control actions by monitoring buffer status before data loss occurs. The receiver proactively sends feedback information when the buffer reaches a full state, allowing the transmitter to halt or adjust transmission before overflow happens. This preventive approach eliminates the need for oversized buffers, maintaining reliability with minimal memory requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentEP4236424B1Data transmission control method and apparatus
Publication Date: 2026.05.06 DATANG MOBILE COMM EQUIP CO LTD
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AI summary

The present application provides a method and an apparatus for controlling data transmission, and a storage medium. The method includes: receiving, by a terminal, configuration information of SDT from a network device; when a terminal is in an idle state or an inactive state, if the terminal determines that first data is to be sent, and that the configuration information of the SDT does not meet a transmission requirement of the first data, sending first information to the network device, where the first information is used to indicate that there exists the first data to be sent at the terminal, so as to inform the network device that there exists the first data to be sent at the terminal whose transmission requirement does not match the configuration information of the SDT, so that the network device makes a relevant decision. Therefore, the present application provides a related solution for a case where the configuration information of the SDT at the terminal does not meet the transmission requirement of the first data, so as to ensure the timely transmission of the first data.