Terminal Gap Activation for Multi-Gap 5G Operation Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
The challenge of efficiently controlling terminal operations in wireless mobile communication systems, particularly in 5G networks, arises from the need for various gaps such as measurement gaps, MUSIM operation gaps, and transmission power control gaps, which are not adequately addressed by existing technologies.
Innovation Solution
A method for a terminal in a mobile communication system that involves receiving and configuring gaps based on first and second gap configuration information, activating the second gap upon receiving a specific message and the first gap when configured, to manage these operational requirements effectively.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple types of gaps are configured for terminal operations, then the operational versatility is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic gap activation where the terminal can selectively activate or deactivate different gap types (first gap, second gap) based on operational needs. The gap configuration includes activation indicators that allow the terminal to dynamically control which gaps are active, enabling adaptability without permanently increasing operational complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The gap configuration is segmented into multiple independent gap types (first gap, second gap) with distinct activation controls. Each gap type can be independently configured and activated, allowing the terminal to manage complexity by handling each gap type separately rather than as a monolithic structure.
2Productivity
If gaps are activated based on received messages, then the operational efficiency is improved, but the control complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The terminal autonomously determines which gaps to activate based on received configuration messages without requiring continuous network control. The activation indicator in the received message enables the terminal to self-manage gap activation, improving operational efficiency while limiting control complexity to the essential message reception and interpretation functions.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple gap configurations are supported, then the adaptability is improved, but the information processing requirement increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts only the essential activation indicator from the received gap configuration message, separating it from other configuration parameters. This allows the terminal to process and act on the critical activation information without being burdened by unnecessary data, reducing information processing requirements while maintaining adaptability to different gap configurations.
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AI summary
A Method and Apparatus for activating gaps is provided. The method includes receiving from a base station, configuring gaps based on the one or more first gap configuration information or one or more second gap configuration information, and applying a first gap or a second gap. The second gap is activated when a first message is received and the first gap is activated when the first gap is configured.