18527216. METHOD FOR TIME SYNCHRONIZATION, AND TERMINAL DEVICE AND NETWORK DEVICE simplified abstract (GUANGDONG OPPO MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORP., LTD.)
Contents
- 1 METHOD FOR TIME SYNCHRONIZATION, AND TERMINAL DEVICE AND NETWORK DEVICE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 METHOD FOR TIME SYNCHRONIZATION, AND TERMINAL DEVICE AND NETWORK DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
METHOD FOR TIME SYNCHRONIZATION, AND TERMINAL DEVICE AND NETWORK DEVICE
Organization Name
GUANGDONG OPPO MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORP., LTD.
Inventor(s)
METHOD FOR TIME SYNCHRONIZATION, AND TERMINAL DEVICE AND NETWORK DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18527216 titled 'METHOD FOR TIME SYNCHRONIZATION, AND TERMINAL DEVICE AND NETWORK DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method for time synchronization involving sending information to a network device, receiving information from the network device, and performing propagation delay compensation based on the received information.
- Sending first information to a network device indicating supported propagation delay compensation manners by a terminal device
- Receiving second information from the network device
- Performing propagation delay compensation based on a target propagation delay compensation manner related to the second information
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various fields such as telecommunications, network synchronization, and distributed systems where accurate time synchronization is crucial.
Problems Solved
1. Ensures accurate time synchronization between terminal devices and network devices. 2. Helps in compensating for propagation delays in data transmission.
Benefits
1. Improved accuracy in time synchronization. 2. Enhanced performance in network communication. 3. Simplified implementation of propagation delay compensation.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimized Time Synchronization Method for Network Devices
Possible Prior Art
No known prior art at this time.
Unanswered Questions
How does this method handle different network topologies?
The patent application does not specify how the method adapts to various network configurations and topologies. Further details on this aspect would be beneficial for understanding the scalability of the technology.
What impact does this method have on power consumption in devices?
The patent application does not address the potential impact of this method on the power consumption of terminal devices. Exploring this aspect could provide insights into the overall efficiency of the technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
A method for time synchronization includes: sending first information to a network device, wherein the first information is used to indicate propagation delay compensation manners that are supported by a terminal device; receiving second information from the network device; and performing propagation delay compensation according to a target propagation delay compensation manner related to the second information, wherein the target propagation delay compensation manner is one of the propagation delay compensation manners that are supported by the terminal device, or the target propagation delay compensation manner is a propagation delay compensation manner that is decided by the terminal device itself.
