UAV Communication Connection Management via Dynamic RF Band Selection
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Solution Overview
Problem
The increasing use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in public places poses challenges in controlling their uncontrolled movements and ensuring safe communication, particularly in managing communication connections to prevent accidents and maintain effective control signals amidst environmental and task-specific requirements.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that determine optimal radio frequency bands within a mobile communication network for UAV communication connections based on task definitions and environmental conditions, generating control signals to ensure compliant communication between UAVs and the network, thereby enhancing control and safety.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If UAVs are allowed to operate freely in public places, then application versatility and operational freedom are improved, but safety risks and uncontrolled movements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically changes communication parameters including frequency band selection, transmission power levels, and modulation schemes based on UAV operational status, environmental conditions, and safety requirements. This allows the same communication system to support diverse UAV applications while maintaining safety through parameter optimization.
Solution Approach 2:
The communication system implements continuous feedback mechanisms where the network monitors UAV position, velocity, and operational parameters, then adjusts communication resources and control signals accordingly. This closed-loop control enables safe operation in public spaces by maintaining real-time awareness and control of UAV behavior.
2Reliability
If communication control measures are introduced to regulate UAVs, then safety and control are improved, but communication complexity and system overhead increase
Solution Approach 1:
The communication system is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: data transmission, control signaling, position reporting, and safety monitoring all occur through the same communication infrastructure. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate control channels and minimizes system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines UAV communication, navigation, and control functions into a unified mobile communication framework. By merging these functions into standard mobile network procedures, the system avoids creating separate complex control systems while maintaining comprehensive safety oversight.
3Measurement precision
If sophisticated communication control solutions are implemented, then control precision and safety monitoring are improved, but network resource consumption and energy usage increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system applies communication resources and control precision dynamically matched to actual operational needs. During routine operations, minimal communication overhead is used, while enhanced monitoring and control are activated only when safety thresholds are approached or critical operations occur, optimizing energy efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The communication system dynamically adjusts its operation mode, reporting frequency, and control signal density based on UAV velocity, altitude, proximity to restricted areas, and task criticality. This dynamic adaptation ensures high control precision when needed while minimizing energy consumption during normal operations.
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AI summary
A method for managing a communication connection of an unmanned aerial vehicle is provided. The method includes: receiving data indicative of at least one requirement of a communication connection; determining at least one radio frequency band among a radio spectrum of the mobile communication network; generating a control signal at least to the unmanned aerial vehicle, the control signal including data indicating the determined at least one radio frequency band for applying the determined at least one radio frequency band in the communication between the mobile communication network and the unmanned aerial vehicle. Also an apparatus, a system, and a computer program product are provided.