UAV Channel Selection via Interference Analysis

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional UAV CNPC systems face limitations in efficiently using limited frequency resources, as channels are fixedly assigned and not easily reusable, making it difficult to operate multiple UAVs simultaneously without interference.

Innovation Solution

A method and apparatus for dynamically assigning and managing UAV CNPC and video channels through real-time interference analysis, allowing channels to be reassigned when not in use, enabling efficient reuse and supporting multiple UAV operations.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If channels are fixedly assigned to UAV CNPC systems, then communication stability is improved, but frequency resource utilization deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecommunication stabilityVSAvoidfrequency resource utilization
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic channel assignment where channels are not fixedly assigned but are allocated based on real-time interference analysis and operational needs. The spectrum access manager continuously monitors channel conditions and reallocates channels between P2P and P2MP systems dynamically, transforming the static channel assignment into a dynamic resource management system that adapts to changing conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system changes the parameter of channel assignment from fixed to variable based on interference levels, operational status, and system type. By analyzing interference parameters and adjusting channel allocation accordingly, the system optimizes both communication stability and frequency resource utilization under different operational scenarios.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Productivity

If channels are dynamically reassigned, then frequency resource utilization is improved, but system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefrequency resource utilizationVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a spectrum access manager as an intermediary component that handles the complex task of interference analysis and channel allocation. This centralized mediator simplifies the system architecture by consolidating the decision-making logic for dynamic channel assignment, reducing the complexity burden on individual UAV systems while enabling efficient frequency resource utilization.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The system implements feedback mechanisms where interference analysis results are continuously monitored and used to adjust channel assignments. The spectrum access manager receives feedback on channel conditions and system performance, then dynamically adjusts allocations to optimize frequency resource utilization while maintaining manageable system complexity through iterative optimization.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Measurement precision

If interference analysis is performed, then channel selection accuracy is improved, but processing time increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvechannel selection accuracyVSAvoidprocessing time
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent performs preliminary interference analysis and channel suitability evaluation before final channel assignment. By pre-assessing channel conditions and identifying suitable channels in advance, the system reduces the processing time required during actual channel selection while maintaining high accuracy through thorough preliminary evaluation of interference patterns and system requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS10880899B2Method and apparatus for selecting unmanned aerial vehicle control and non-payload communication channel on basis of channel interference analysis
Publication Date: 2020.12.29 ELECTRONICS & TELECOMM RES INST
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AI summary

Disclosed is a method and apparatus for selecting a channel for UAV control and non-payload communication on the basis of a channel interference analysis. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, provided is a method of selecting a UAV control channel on the basis of an interference analysis, the method including: performing, by a user device, the interference analysis; selecting, by the user device, a channel on the basis of a result of the interference analysis; requesting, by the user device, a central management device to approve the selected channel; and performing, by the user device, communication with a UAV on the channel approved by the central management device.