17849527. CONTROL OF ENERGY HARVESTING OPERATION IN A USER EQUIPMENT simplified abstract (QUALCOMM Incorporated)
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CONTROL OF ENERGY HARVESTING OPERATION IN A USER EQUIPMENT
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Ahmed Elshafie of San Diego CA (US)
Yuchul Kim of San Diego CA (US)
Linhai He of San Diego CA (US)
Seyedkianoush Hosseini of San Diego CA (US)
CONTROL OF ENERGY HARVESTING OPERATION IN A USER EQUIPMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17849527 titled 'CONTROL OF ENERGY HARVESTING OPERATION IN A USER EQUIPMENT
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a method for controlling an energy harvesting operation in a device that operates in a discontinuous reception (DRX) mode. The device can reduce power consumption and start harvesting energy during an active time of a DRX cycle. Here are the key points:
- The device includes a memory and at least one processor.
- The processor can enter a DRX mode and receive a control signal during the active time of the DRX mode.
- The control signal enables an energy harvesting operation in the device.
- The processor can perform the energy harvesting operation in response to the control signal.
- The energy harvesting operation is based on factors such as the device's reported capability, preconfigured energy harvesting settings, control information in the control signal, or a combination of these factors.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Energy harvesting in wireless devices: This technology can be used in wireless devices that operate in a DRX mode, such as smartphones, IoT devices, or sensors, to harvest energy during active periods and reduce reliance on external power sources.
- Energy-efficient communication systems: By optimizing energy harvesting operations during DRX cycles, this technology can contribute to the development of more energy-efficient communication systems.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Power consumption reduction: The device can reduce power consumption by entering a DRX mode and only performing energy harvesting operations during active times, rather than continuously.
- Efficient energy harvesting: The technology allows for efficient energy harvesting by considering factors such as the device's capability and control information in the control signal.
Benefits of this technology:
- Extended battery life: By reducing power consumption and harvesting energy during active times, the device's battery life can be extended.
- Improved energy efficiency: The technology optimizes energy harvesting operations, leading to more efficient use of available energy sources.
- Enhanced sustainability: By reducing reliance on external power sources, the technology promotes sustainability by utilizing renewable energy through energy harvesting.
Original Abstract Submitted
The aspects described herein allow control of an energy harvesting operation at an apparatus in a discontinuous reception (DRX) mode. The apparatus in the DRX mode may reduce its power consumption and may immediately begin harvesting energy during an active time of a DRX cycle. The apparatus includes a memory and at least one processor coupled to the memory. The at least one processor is configured to enter a DRX mode and receive a control signal during an active time of the DRX mode. The control signal enables an energy harvesting operation at the apparatus. The at least one processor is further configured to perform the energy harvesting operation in response to the control signal, wherein the energy harvesting operation is performed based on at least one of a reported capability, a preconfigured energy harvesting setting, control information in the control signal, or a combination thereof.
