SSB-RMSI Multiplexing Patterns for 52.6-71 GHz Resource Limits

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing 3GPP networks face challenges in defining synchronization signal/physical broadcast channel (SSB) and control resource set (CORESET) multiplexing patterns for frequencies between 52.6 GHz and 71 GHz, which are crucial for high data rate communications, due to limitations in time/frequency resources and unsupported subcarrier spacings, leading to inadequate resources for RMSI PDSCH.

Innovation Solution

Enhanced multiplexing patterns, such as enhanced pattern 2 and pattern 3, are introduced to increase the number of symbols in the time domain without altering the arrangement, allowing for adequate time/frequency resources for RMSI PDSCH by incorporating new symbol configurations and buffering techniques for SSB, CORESET, and PDSCH transmissions.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Quantity of substance

If legacy multiplexing patterns are used for SSB and CORESET, then the arrangement is simple and well-defined, but the time/frequency resources are insufficient for RMSI PDSCH transmissions in the 52.6 GHz to 71 GHz frequency range

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetime/frequency resources for RMSI PDSCHVSAvoidsupport for new subcarrier spacings
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces enhanced multiplexing patterns that dynamically adjust the number of symbols in the time domain to accommodate different subcarrier spacings (120 kHz and 240 kHz) required for frequencies between 52.6 GHz and 71 GHz. This allows the system to adapt resource allocation to the specific frequency band and subcarrier spacing being used, rather than being constrained by fixed legacy patterns.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent extends the time domain dimension by introducing additional symbols in the enhanced multiplexing patterns. Specifically, it increases the number of symbols available for RMSI PDSCH transmissions by utilizing buffered symbols and extending the pattern structure beyond the traditional configuration, thereby creating additional resource capacity in the time dimension.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Quantity of substance

If the number of symbols is increased to provide adequate resources for RMSI PDSCH, then resource sufficiency is improved, but the pattern complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenumber of symbols for RMSI PDSCHVSAvoidmultiplexing pattern configuration
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the multiplexing pattern into distinct components: SSB symbols, CORESET symbols, and RMSI PDSCH symbols. By clearly defining the boundaries and roles of each segment, the system can increase the total number of symbols while maintaining structured organization. The segmentation allows for systematic resource allocation where specific symbol ranges are dedicated to specific functions, reducing the perceived complexity despite the increased total symbol count.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs buffering techniques where symbols are pre-allocated and prepared in advance for RMSI PDSCH transmissions. This preliminary action allows the system to have ready-to-use symbol configurations that can be quickly deployed without requiring complex real-time calculations, thereby reducing operational complexity even as the total number of available symbols increases.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS12567938B2SSB and RMSI multiplexing patterns
Publication Date: 2026.03.03 APPLE INC
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AI summary

The present application relates to devices and components including apparatus, systems, and methods related to multiplexing patterns for synchronization signal/physical broadcast channel block (SSB) and remaining minimum system information (RMSI).