Smart Repeater Capability Reporting for Resource Allocation
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Solution Overview
Problem
The number of usable carrier units and the frequency range of signals amplified by a smart repeater are affected by its device capability, making it urgent to know the device capability information of the smart repeater to optimize communication resource allocation.
Innovation Solution
The smart repeater reports its device capability information, including frequency response parameters, to the network device, allowing the network to allocate appropriate communication resources based on the repeater's capabilities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the smart repeater amplifies signals across a wide frequency range, then the coverage and usability are improved, but the device complexity and resource allocation difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by dynamically adjusting the frequency response parameters of the smart repeater based on reported capability information. The network device configures the repeater's frequency response characteristics (such as passband, stopband, and transition band parameters) to match the specific service requirements, allowing the same hardware to efficiently handle different frequency ranges without increasing physical complexity
2Quantity of substance
If the smart repeater supports multiple carrier units, then the communication capacity is improved, but the difficulty of detecting and measuring device capability increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the device capability information into distinct, manageable components. The capability information is segmented into specific fields indicating support for different numbers of carrier units (e.g., supporting 1, 2, or 4 carrier units), frequency response characteristics, and other parameters. This structured segmentation makes it easier for the network device to detect, measure, and allocate resources appropriately
3Device complexity
If the smart repeater has fixed device capabilities, then the device complexity is reduced, but the adaptability to different communication scenarios decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by enabling the smart repeater's frequency response characteristics to be dynamically configured based on service requirements. The network device can adjust the repeater's frequency response parameters (passband edges, stopband edges, transition bandwidth) in real-time according to different service scenarios, allowing the hardware to adapt flexibly without increasing its physical complexity
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AI summary
A method for reporting device capability information is performed by a smart repeater. The method includes: sending device capability information to a network device, where the device capability information indicates frequency response capability of the smart repeater and includes one or more groups of frequency response parameters.