Spatial Filter Synchronization Signal Transmission for Interference Reduction

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional sidelink synchronization signal (SLSS) transmission in LTE Release 14 is inefficient, leading to interference due to broadcasting in all directions, which is undesirable for coverage extension.

Innovation Solution

Implementing a selective, beam-based transmission of SLSS using spatial filters, where the selection of these filters is determined by the network or prior measurements, allowing for targeted transmission of synchronization information.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Area of stationary object

If SLSS is transmitted in all directions for coverage extension, then coverage area is improved, but interference increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecoverage areaVSAvoidinterference
Core Design Contradiction:
Area of stationary objectVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by transmitting SLSS with different spatial characteristics in different directions. Specifically, it uses a first spatial filter (wide beam) in a first direction toward coverage extension areas, and a second spatial filter (narrow beam) in a second direction toward existing coverage areas. This directional differentiation allows the system to extend coverage where needed while minimizing interference in areas already covered.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The patent segments the transmission space into different directions and applies different spatial filters accordingly. It divides the coverage area into at least two distinct directions: a first direction for coverage extension and a second direction for existing coverage. This segmentation enables selective transmission strategies for different spatial regions, optimizing both coverage and interference management.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

2Area of stationary object

If conventional omnidirectional SLSS transmission is used, then coverage extension is achieved, but transmission efficiency deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecoverage areaVSAvoidtransmission efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Area of stationary objectVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent improves transmission efficiency by applying local quality principles - using direction-specific spatial filters that match the actual coverage needs of each direction. Instead of uniform omnidirectional transmission, it tailors the spatial characteristics (beam width, direction) to the specific requirements of each transmission direction, reducing wasted energy in already-covered areas while effectively extending coverage in needed directions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamic transmission by adapting spatial filters based on directional requirements. The system dynamically selects between different spatial filters (first spatial filter for coverage extension, second spatial filter for existing coverage) depending on the transmission direction and coverage status, making the transmission strategy flexible and efficient rather than static and omnidirectional.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS12041565B2Device for transmitting synchronization information using a spatial filter
Publication Date: 2024.07.16 HUAWEI TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

A device for transmitting synchronization information, where the device is configured to determine whether the device should operate as a synchronization reference, and, in response to determining that the device shall operate as a synchronization reference, transmit synchronization information using a spatial filter.