UE Antenna Configuration Selection Across Channel Frequencies
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wireless communication systems face challenges in selecting an optimal antenna configuration for user equipment (UE) to maximize signal strength and efficiency in diverse wireless communication networks, particularly in 5G networks with varying channel frequencies and spatial orientations.
Innovation Solution
The UE determines a plurality of antenna configurations for different channel frequencies, measures signal strengths for each configuration, and selects an optimal configuration based on these measurements to communicate effectively with a base station, allowing for dynamic adjustment of antenna orientations and frequencies to enhance communication quality.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the UE uses a fixed antenna configuration, then the device complexity is reduced, but the signal strength and communication efficiency deteriorate in diverse wireless environments
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic antenna configuration selection where the UE automatically chooses between first and second antenna configurations based on measured signal strengths in different spatial directions. This dynamic adaptation allows the system to optimize signal strength for various wireless environments without requiring complex manual configuration, resolving the contradiction between device complexity and reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The UE performs self-service by autonomously measuring signal strengths in different spatial directions and automatically selecting the optimal antenna configuration without external intervention. This self-service mechanism maintains simple device operation while improving signal strength through adaptive configuration selection.
2Reliability
If the UE dynamically adjusts antenna configurations for different channel frequencies, then the signal strength and communication efficiency improve, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the antenna configuration into distinct first and second configurations, each optimized for specific spatial directions or frequency ranges. This segmentation allows the UE to manage complexity by having predefined configuration options rather than requiring continuous complex adjustments, while still achieving dynamic optimization for different channel frequencies.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes antenna configuration parameters based on measured signal strengths and channel frequency conditions. By implementing parameter changes through automated measurement and selection algorithms, the patent improves signal strength without requiring complex manual intervention, as the changes are driven by objective measurements rather than subjective configuration management.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the UE measures signal strengths for multiple antenna configurations, then the adaptability to different wireless environments improves, but the time required for configuration selection increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements partial measurement action by measuring signal strengths in multiple spatial directions but selecting from a limited set of predefined antenna configurations. This partial action approach provides sufficient environmental adaptability without requiring exhaustive measurement and analysis of all possible configurations, thereby reducing the time required for configuration selection while maintaining adequate adaptability.
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AI summary
Wireless communications systems and methods related to wireless communications in a system are provided. A user equipment (UE) may determine a plurality of antenna configurations for a plurality of channel frequencies. The UE may determine a set of signal strengths for at least one beam received at one or more antenna configurations of the plurality of antenna configurations for at least one of the channel frequencies. The UE may select, based on the set of signal strengths, a first antenna configuration of the plurality of antenna configurations. After selection of the first antenna configuration, the UE may communicate with a base station, in one or more channel frequencies based on the first antenna configuration.