Nokia Technologies Oy patent applications published on November 9th, 2023

Summary of the patent applications from Nokia Technologies Oy on November 9th, 2023

Nokia Technologies Oy has recently filed several patents related to various technologies. These patents cover methods and apparatus for improving communication between devices, enhancing data transmission, ensuring continuity of location services, optimizing handover processes, testing user equipment, addressing security concerns, and processing audio signals.

Summary (250 words): Nokia Technologies Oy has filed multiple patents that focus on improving communication and data transmission between devices. One patent describes a method for determining the suitability of a device to act as a relay in a communication between two other devices. The device adjusts its transmit power and selects radio resources based on the determined suitability. Another patent presents a user equipment device capable of transmitting data to a network in a non-connected state. The device can transmit first data and send an indication to the network that second data is available for transmission. This simplifies the process of transmitting data from user equipment to a network.

Continuity of location services during mobility procedures is addressed in another patent. The method ensures uninterrupted location service sessions by sending messages between network entities responsible for providing location services. Another patent focuses on improving the overall communication experience for user equipment by adapting the operation and performance of a second communication session based on the user equipment's measurements and reports on the first network.

Efficiency and performance of a dual active protocol stack (DAPS) handover are enhanced through a coordinated receive or transmit pattern, as described in another patent. Testing user equipment in an inactive state is made possible by configuring a test equipment to perform performance testing, triggering data transmission, and verifying conditions for data transmission.

Security concerns related to relaying a remote user equipment in a public cellular system network are addressed in a patent that describes the creation of a connection between a remote user equipment and a relay user equipment. The network checks authorization for using the relay user equipment and facilitates communication between the remote user equipment and an authentication server function.

Lastly, patents related to audio signal processing include analyzing microphone acoustics and processing audio signals using a machine learning model, as well as processing audio signals from multiple microphones to create output audio signals with enhanced spatial perception.

Notable Applications:

• Method for determining the suitability of a device to act as a relay in communication.
• User equipment capable of transmitting data in a non-connected state.
• Ensuring continuity of location services during mobility procedures.
• Adapting the operation and performance of a second communication session based on user equipment measurements.
• Coordinated receive or transmit pattern during a DAPS handover.
• Testing user equipment in an inactive state.
• Creating a connection between a remote user equipment and a relay user equipment in a public cellular system network.
• Analyzing microphone acoustics and processing audio signals using a machine learning model.
• Processing audio signals from multiple microphones to enhance spatial perception.

Patent applications for Nokia Technologies Oy on November 9th, 2023

SIGNAL MULTIPLEXING FOR DATA AND RADAR TRANSMISSIONS (18042371)

Main Inventor

Volker BRAUN

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a technology for signal multiplexing of data and radar transmissions.

• The technology provides a configurable time and frequency domain comb signal for radar excitation on a spatial beam.
• It also enables the multiplexing of data communications and radar signals in time, frequency, and spatial domains.
• The technology can be used to combine data and radar transmissions efficiently and effectively.
• It allows for the simultaneous transmission of data and radar signals without interference.
• The technology can be applied in various domains, including beams and spatial domains.
• It offers a flexible and adaptable approach to signal multiplexing.

Abstract

Systems, methods, apparatuses, and computer program products for signal multiplexing of data and radar transmissions. For instance, certain embodiments may provide a configurable time and frequency domain comb signal for radar excitation on a spatial beam and/or multiplexing data communications and radar signals in time, frequency, and/or spatial domains (e.g., beams).

Tactile Feedback (18301480)

Main Inventor

Lasse Juhani LAAKSONEN

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an apparatus, method, and computer program that detects and determines the expected type of user interaction with a touch-sensitive tactile display. It also provides tactile feedback to the user based on the expected type of interaction.

• Detects one or more parts of a user's hand within a specific distance of the touch-sensitive tactile display.
• Determines the expected type of user interaction based on the detected hand parts.
• Determines the expected number of hand parts that will make contact with the display during the interaction.
• Provides tactile feedback to the user when they make contact with the display, based on the expected type of interaction.

Abstract

An apparatus, method and computer program is described comprising: detecting one or more parts of a hand of a user within a first defined distance of a touch sensitive tactile display; determining based, at least in part, on the detected parts of the hand of the user, an expected type of user interaction with the display, including determining an expected number of parts (e.g. digits or fingers) of the hand that will make contact with the display as part of the expected type of user interaction; and providing tactile feedback to the user when the user makes contact with the display dependent, at least in part, on the expected type of user interaction.

TASK RESPONSIBILITY COORDINATION (18245671)

Main Inventor

Ioannis MOUROULIS

Brief explanation

The patent application describes measures for coordinating task responsibilities within a network entity composition. 

• The measures involve recognizing when a network function entity is added to the network entity composition.
• Task coordination responsibility information is acquired for the network entity composition.
• The task coordination responsibility information is analyzed.
• If the task coordination responsibility information does not specify a valid task coordinator for a specific task, the network function entity is added as the task coordinator for that task.

Abstract

There are provided measures for task responsibility coordination. Such measures exemplarily comprise recognizing addition of said network function entity to a network entity composition, acquiring task coordination responsibility information with respect to said network entity composition, analyzing said task coordination responsibility information, and initiating, if said task coordination responsibility information does not define a valid task coordination responsible for a specific task, addition of said network function entity as said task coordination responsible for said specific task.

ERROR HANDLING OF RESPONSES (18246258)

Main Inventor

Ioannis MOUROULIS

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a method for monitoring and supervising communication between two parties.

• The method involves monitoring if the communication initiator receives a confirmation in response to an initial message sent to a communication partner.
• It also supervises if the communication initiator successfully processes the confirmation.
• If the confirmation includes the identifier of a callback resource and the communication initiator fails to process the confirmation, a non-successful information is provided at the callback resource.
• The confirmation includes an identifier of the callback resource and confirms that the initial message was successfully processed by the communication partner.

Abstract

It is provided a method comprising: monitoring if a communication initiator receives a confirmation in response to an initial message from the communication initiator to a communication partner; supervising if the communication initiator successfully processes the confirmation; providing a non-successful information at a callback resource if the confirmation comprises the identifier of the callback resource and the communication initiator does not successfully process the confirmation; wherein the confirmation comprises an identifier of the callback resource; and the confirmation confirms that the initial message is successfully processed by the communication partner.

PROVIDING A FIRST RADIO BEAM AND A SECOND RADIO BEAM (18245192)

Main Inventor

Samantha CAPORAL DEL BARRIO

Brief explanation

This patent application describes an apparatus, method, and computer program product for maintaining a radio connection in a terminal device. The system provides single-polarized radio beams in different directions and receives feedback to modify the operation of the terminal device.

• The system provides at least one single-polarized radio beam in a specific direction.
• Feedback is received to make adjustments to the terminal device's operation and maintain the radio connection.
• In response to the feedback, the system determines a first radio beam and a second radio beam, both single-polarized.
• The first radio beam is provided in the first direction, and the second radio beam is provided in a second direction.
• Based on the feedback received for the first and second radio beams, the system determines if a reconfiguration is needed for the following transmission of these beams.

Abstract

An apparatus, method and computer program product for: providing () at least one single-polarized radio beam in a first direction, receiving () feedback for modifying operation of a terminal device for maintaining a radio connection, determining (), in response to receiving the feedback, a first radio beam and a second radio beam, wherein the first radio beam and the second radio beam are single-polarized, providing () the first radio beam in the first direction and the second radio beam in a second direction and determining (), based on the feedback relating to the first radio beam and the second radio beam, a need for reconfiguration of a following transmission of the first radio beam and the second beam.

IMPROVING PRECODING (17908188)

Main Inventor

Salah Eddine HAJRI

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a method used by a network node in a communication network to improve the transmission of signals between the network node and a user equipment.

• The network node receives an uplink reference signal from the user equipment.
• Based on the received uplink reference signal, the network node estimates delay information and spatial information about the communication channel between the user equipment and the network node.
• The network node applies both the delay information and spatial information in precoding, which is a technique used to enhance the quality of transmitted signals.
• The network node transmits at least one precoded downlink reference signal to the user equipment.
• The user equipment responds to the transmission by sending channel information back to the network node.
• The channel information indicates the non-zero coefficients of at least one channel transmission layer, providing insight into the characteristics of the communication channel.

Abstract

There is provided a method at a network node of a communication network, comprising: receiving an uplink reference signal from a user equipment; estimating, based on the received uplink reference signal, delay information regarding a delay profile of a communication channel between the user equipment and the network node and spatial information regarding the communication channel; applying both the delay information and the spatial information in precoding of at least one downlink reference signal; transmitting the at least one precoded downlink reference signal to the user equipment; and receiving, from the user equipment as a response to the transmission of the at least one precoded downlink reference signal, channel information, the channel information indicating at least non-zero coefficients of at least one channel transmission layer.

USER EQUIPMENT BEAM RECONFIGURATION PROCEDURE TRIGGERING (18004913)

Main Inventor

Samantha CAPORAL DEL BARRIO

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a method and apparatus for triggering a user equipment beam reconfiguration procedure.

• The method involves receiving channel parameters that relate to the uplink and downlink channels.
• The user equipment then determines if there is a mismatch in the performance of the uplink and downlink channels based on the received parameters.
• If a mismatch is detected, the user equipment triggers a beam reconfiguration procedure to address the issue.

Abstract

A method and apparatus for triggering a user equipment beam reconfiguration procedure are disclosed. The method comprises: receiving, at a user equipment, channel parameters relating an uplink channel and a downlink channel; determining, at the user equipment, from the channel parameters whether there is a mismatch in uplink channel and downlink channel performance and, if so; triggering, at the user equipment, a user equipment beam reconfiguration procedure.

APPARATUS, METHODS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAMS (18312627)

Main Inventor

Chaitanya AGGARWAL

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a method, computer program, and apparatus for a network function service consumer.

• The method involves retrieving protected sensitive data from a first repository function.
• The method also involves retrieving at least one encrypted key from a second network function.
• The retrieved encrypted key is decrypted using a private key associated with the network function service consumer to obtain a respective key.
• The method further includes performing one of two actions:

 * Decrypting the protected sensitive data using the key to obtain sensitive data or integrity protected sensitive data.
 * Verifying the integrity of the protected sensitive data using the key.

Abstract

There is provided a method, computer program, and an apparatus for a network function service consumer, that causes the apparatus to perform: retrieving, from a first repository function, protected sensitive data; retrieving, from a second network function, at least one encrypted key; decrypting the retrieved at least one encrypted key using a private key associated with the network function service consumer to obtain a respective at least one key; and performing at least one of: decryption of the protected sensitive data using the at least one key to obtain sensitive data or integrity protected sensitive data; or verification of the integrity of the protected sensitive data using the at least one key.

PACKET VALIDITY TIME ENHANCEMENT FOR QUALITY OF SERVICE FLOWS (17739015)

Main Inventor

Zexian LI

Brief explanation

- The patent proposes methods and apparatuses to improve the quality of service for extended reality services or other services.

- One method involves receiving multiple quality of service parameters for a specific packet-based communication. - These parameters include a packet delay budget, which sets a maximum time limit for the packet to reach its destination. - Another parameter is the packet validity time, which determines how long the packet remains valid for transmission. - The packet validity time can be applied on different levels, such as a session basis, a flow basis, a set of protocol data units basis, or a packet basis. - The method also includes transmitting the packet to another communication device. - Overall, the patent aims to enhance the quality of service for various types of communication by optimizing packet delivery and validity times.

Abstract

Methods and apparatuses for enhancement of quality of service flows, for extended reality services or other services are proposed. For example, a method can include receiving a plurality of quality of service parameters for first packet-based communication. The quality of service parameters can include a packet delay budget for the first packet-based communication having a first end time. The plurality of quality of service parameters can further include a packet validity time for the first packet-based communication having a second end time equal to or later than the first end time. The packet validity time can be applicable to the first packet-based communication on a protocol data unit session basis, a quality of service flow basis, a set of protocol data units basis, or a packet basis. The method can also include transmitting the packet of the first packet-based communication to a further communication device.

APPARATUS, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM TO INFLUENCE 3GPP TERMINALS ON PREFERENCES BETWEEN MULTIPLE RECURSIVE DNS SERVERS (17906442)

Main Inventor

Pekka KORJA

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an apparatus that can determine the domains supported on a data network and provide domain name system (DNS) configuration information to another network entity.

• The apparatus is capable of identifying the domains supported on a data network.
• It uses this information to determine the necessary DNS configuration details.
• The DNS configuration information is then shared with another core network entity.

Abstract

There is provided an apparatus, said apparatus comprising means for determining, at a first core network entity, an indication of domains supported on a data network, determining domain name system configuration information based at least on the indication of domains supported on the data network and providing the domain name system configuration information to a second core network entity.

RE-AUTHENTICATION OF USER EQUIPMENT (UE) TRIGGERED BY HOME NETWORK (18311362)

Main Inventor

Suresh P. NAIR

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a system, methods, and software for performing primary re-authentication of User Equipment (UE).

• The system includes a Unified Data Management (UDM) that triggers primary re-authentication of a UE when a specific condition is met.
• The UDM sends a re-authentication notification message to an Access and Mobility Management Function (AMF) to initiate the primary re-authentication process.
• The primary re-authentication process ensures the security and authentication of the UE.
• The invention aims to improve the authentication process for UE in a network environment.

Abstract

Systems, methods, and software of performing primary re-authentication of User Equipment (UE) (). In one embodiment, a Unified Data Management (UDM) () triggers primary re-authentication of a UE in response to a trigger condition, and sends a re-authentication notification message toward an Access and Mobility Management Function (AMF) () to perform primary re-authentication of the UE.

MECHANISM FOR DYNAMIC AUTHORIZATION (18246707)

Main Inventor

Iris ADAM

Brief explanation

- The patent application is for a solution that enables dynamic access control to data.

- The solution involves a first device that receives data registration from a data source. - The first device checks the data types produced by the data source and adds or updates policies for the data based on its properties. - The first device also acts as an access control decision point, determining consumers' access rights based on centrally managed policies. - Authorization for data access is granted or denied based on local attributes and policies. - The solution enables dynamic, context-aware, and risk-intelligent access control to different types of data from various data sources.

Abstract

Example embodiments of the present disclosure relate to dynamic authorization. According to embodiments of the present disclosure, a solution for dynamic access control to data is proposed. On receiving data registration from a data source, a first device checks the data types to be produced by the data source and adds policies for the data or updates existing policies for the data according to its property. It also serves as access control decision point to determine consumers' access rights based on centrally managed policies. Authorization for data access is granted/denied according to local attributes/policies. In this way, it achieves a dynamic, context-aware and risk-intelligent access control to different kind of data from various data sources (i.e., service producers).

COMMUNICATION BETWEEN CN AND AN (18025740)

Main Inventor

Bruno LANDAIS

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a method for querying a repository function to obtain identifications of producers that meet specific criteria and then requesting services from those producers.

• The method involves inquiring a repository function to obtain identifications of producers that satisfy a query condition.
• The identifications of the producers are received or obtained upon inquiry.
• Using the received or obtained identifications, each producer is requested to provide a service.

Abstract

It is provided a method comprising: inquiring a repository function to provide identifications of all producers registered in the repository function and satisfying a query condition; receiving or obtaining the identifications of all the producers registered in the repository function and satisfying the query condition upon the inquiring; requesting, using the received or obtained identifications, each of the producers to provide a service.

MONITORING OF FACIAL CHARACTERISTICS (18300989)

Main Inventor

Arto Juhani LEHTINIEMI

Brief explanation

The patent application discusses a method for monitoring facial characteristics during a communication session using a communications device with a display.

• The method involves determining if the communications device is positioned close to the user's ear during a communication session.
• Sensors in or under the display of the device are used to monitor the user's facial characteristics.
• The monitored facial characteristics are then used to identify the emotional context of the user.
• This technology can provide insights into the user's emotions during a communication session.

Abstract

Examples of the disclosure relate to monitoring of facial characteristics. In examples of the disclosure there may be provided an apparatus that is configured to determine that a communications device is positioned close to an ear of a user of the communication device during a communication session wherein the communications device comprises at least one display. The apparatus may also be configured to use sensors in or under the display of the communications device to monitor one or more facial characteristics of the user while the communication device is close to the user's ear and to identifying an emotional context of the user based on the monitored one or more facial characteristics of the user.

HISTORY-BASED MOTION VECTOR PREDICTION AND MODE SELECTION FOR GRADUAL DECODING REFRESH (18246257)

Main Inventor

Seungwook HONG

Brief explanation

- The patent application describes a method, apparatus, and computer program product for managing history-based motion vector prediction (HMVP) processes for Gradual Decoding Refresh (GDR) pictures.

- It also discusses efficient implementations of mode selection within a GDR period and tuning of coding tools such as in-loop filters and Luma Mapping with Chroma Scaling (LMCS). - The method involves accessing a current coding unit of a picture and accessing information associated with coding unit references. - The method further involves determining candidate coding unit references based on a comparison of an associated index value to a dirty index. - At least one coding unit is then assigned to a candidate list for selection in a coding process.

Abstract

A method, apparatus, and computer program product provide for management of history-based motion vector prediction (HMVP) processes for Gradual Decoding Refresh (GDR) pictures, as well as efficient implementations of mode selection within a GDR period and tuning of coding tools such as in-loop filters and Luma Mapping with Chroma Scaling (LMCS) such that current coding units within a clean area avoid use of coding information within a dirty area of a picture. In the context of a method, the method accesses a current coding unit of a picture. The method also accesses information associated with coding unit references each associated with a respective inter-coded coding unit. The method also determines at least one candidate coding unit reference based at least upon a comparison of an associated index value to a dirty index, and assigns at least one coding unit to a candidate list for selection in a coding process.

DISPLAY OF VIDEO CONTENT (18301030)

Main Inventor

Lasse Juhani LAAKSONEN

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a system for controlling the display of video content to a consumer. The system includes primary video content for display in a first display space and augmenting video content.

• The system is designed to control the display of video content to consumers.
• It includes primary video content that is meant to be displayed in a specific display space.
• The system also includes augmenting video content that enhances the primary video content.
• The purpose of the system is to provide a more engaging and immersive viewing experience for consumers.
• The system allows for the seamless integration of primary and augmenting video content.
• It provides a simplified and user-friendly interface for controlling the display of video content.
• The system can be used in various settings such as home entertainment systems, public displays, and virtual reality environments.
• The innovation aims to enhance the overall video viewing experience for consumers.

Abstract

A system for controlling display to a consumer of a video content stream comprising primary video content for display in a first display space and augmenting video content, the system comprising:

Parametric Spatial Audio Rendering with Near-Field Effect (18027249)

Main Inventor

Mikko-Ville LAITINEN

Brief explanation

This patent application describes an apparatus that processes audio signals from multiple microphones to create output audio signals with enhanced spatial perception. 

• The apparatus obtains two or more audio signals from a microphone array.
• It calculates the inter-channel difference, which is a measure of the difference between the audio signals from different microphones.
• It also obtains parameter values associated with the audio signals.
• Based on these parameter values, it calculates the inter-aural difference, which is a measure of the difference in sound arrival time and level between the left and right ears.
• The apparatus then generates at least two output audio signals by controlling the inter-aural level differences, using the inter-channel difference and inter-aural difference values.
• The goal is to reproduce sounds that are closer to the microphone array with a higher inter-aural difference in the output audio signals, enhancing the perception of spatial location.

Abstract

An apparatus including circuitry configured to: obtain two or more audio signals, wherein each audio signal is associated with a microphone array; obtain at least one value associated with an inter-channel difference based on the two or more audio signals; obtain at least one parameter value associated with the two or more audio signals; obtain at least one value associated with an inter-aural difference based at least on the at least one parameter value; generate at least two output audio signals by controlling inter-aural level differences of the generated at least two output audio signals based on the at least one value associated with the inter-channel difference and the at least one value associated with the inter-aural difference, such that sounds nearer to the microphone array are reproduced with a higher inter-aural difference at the at least two output audio signals.

Apparatus, Methods and Computer Programs for Adapting Audio Processing (18143113)

Main Inventor

Mikko Olavi Heikkinen

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an apparatus that uses circuitry to analyze microphone acoustics and process audio signals using a machine learning model. 

• The apparatus determines parameters related to the microphone acoustics.
• It obtains a machine learning model that has been trained using generated input data based on the determined parameters.
• The obtained machine learning model is used to process audio signals in relation to the microphone acoustics.

Abstract

An apparatus including circuitry configured to: determine at least one parameter in relation to microphone acoustics of the apparatus; obtain a machine learning model, wherein the machine learning model is trained with generated input data at least based on the at least one parameter; and process at least one audio signal in relation to the microphone acoustics using the obtained machine learning model.

AUTHENTICATION AND AUTHORIZATION FOR USER EQUIPMENT (UE)-TO-NETWORK RELAYING (17998668)

Main Inventor

Laurent THIEBAUT

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a patent application for creating a connection between a remote user equipment (UE) and a relay UE in a PCS (Public Cellular System) network. The relay UE forwards the identifier of the remote UE to the network for authentication. The network checks the authorization for using the relay UE and relaying the remote UE. The access and mobility management function (AMF) facilitates communication between the remote UE and the authentication server function (AUSF) for authentication and authorization. This innovation aims to address security concerns related to relaying a remote UE.

• Creation of a connection between a remote UE and a relay UE in a PCS network.
• Relay UE forwards the identifier of the remote UE to the network for authentication.
• Network checks authorization for using the relay UE and relaying the remote UE.
• AMF facilitates communication between the remote UE and AUSF for authentication and authorization.
• Addresses security issues associated with relaying a remote UE.

Abstract

Systems, methods, apparatuses, and computer program products for creation of a PCS connection between the remote user equipment (UE) and the relay UE. The remote UE may provide its identifier (e.g., a subscription concealed identifier (SUCI)) to the relay UE and the relay UE may forward this identifier to the network so that the network can authenticate the remote UE. The network may check the authorization of using the relay UE and/or for relaying the remote UE (e.g., both the remote UE and the relay UE may be checked for a configuration that permits the relaying). For the authentication and authorization, the access and mobility management function (AMF) associated with the relay UE may forward the messages between the remote UE and the authentication server function (AUSF) of the remote UE. In this way, certain embodiments described herein may address certain security issues related to relaying a remote UE.

Testing Methods And Procedures For SDT Technical Field (17738335)

Main Inventor

Rafael Cauduro Dias de Paiva

Brief explanation

The patent application describes multiple techniques for testing a User Equipment (UE) using a Test Equipment (TE).

• The TE is configured to perform performance testing of data transmission while the UE is in an inactive state.
• The TE triggers data transmission, transmits test data packages, controls the timing of UE transmission, verifies conditions for data transmission, and determines if the UE passes the performance testing.
• The UE performs the data transmission and can send measurement results.
• The techniques can test multiple conditions related to data transmission.

Abstract

Multiple techniques for testing a UE by a Test Equipment (TE) are disclosed. A TE configures with a procedure of performance testing of data transmission to be performed while the UE is in an inactive state. The TE performs the performance testing, wherein the procedure includes at least one of: triggering the data transmission while the UE is in the inactive state; transmitting one or more test data packages; controlling time that the UE starts to transmit, while in the inactive state, payload corresponding to the test data package(s); verifying whether or not conditions for the data transmission are met; or determining whether or not the UE passed the performance testing, based on a result of the verification of whether or not conditions for the data transmission are met. The UE performs the data transmission and can send measurement results. There are multiple conditions that can be tested.

DUAL ACTIVE PROTOCOL STACK HANDOVER WITH COORDINATED PATTERN (18246031)

Main Inventor

Irina-Mihaela Balan

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a method, apparatus, and computer-readable storage medium for a coordinated receive or transmit pattern during a DAPS (Dual Active Protocol Stack) handover.

• The method involves a UE (User Equipment) sending a measurement report to a first network node.
• The measurement report includes a request for a time division multiplexing pattern.
• The UE then receives a radio resource control configuration from the first network node.
• The radio resource control configuration includes the requested time division multiplexing pattern.

This innovation aims to improve the handover process in DAPS by coordinating the receive or transmit pattern, which can enhance the overall performance and efficiency of the network.

Abstract

A method, apparatus, and a computer-readable storage medium are provided for a coordinated receive (or transmit) pattern during a DAPS handover. In an example implementation, the method may include a UE sending a measurement report to a first network node, the measurement report including at least a request for a time division multiplexing pattern. The method may further include receiving a radio resource control configuration from the first network node, the radio resource control configuration including at least the time division multiplexing pattern.

EFFICIENT SUPPORT FOR USER EQUIPMENT WITH REDUNDANT PROTOCOL DATA UNIT SESSION (18042918)

Main Inventor

Vinh VAN PHAN

Brief explanation

- The patent application describes a method for establishing a second communication session with a user equipment that already has a first communication session with a first network.

- The method involves receiving a report from the user equipment that includes information about the user equipment's measurement and reporting on the first network. - Based on the report, the method includes adapting the operation and performance of the second communication session for the user equipment. - The purpose of this method is to improve the overall communication experience for the user equipment by making adjustments based on the user equipment's measurements and reports on the first network.

Abstract

A method may include establishing a second communication session at a second network with a user equipment that currently has a first communication session with a first network. The method may also include receiving a report from the user equipment including information related to measurement and reporting of the user equipment on the first network. The method may further include, based on the report, performing an adaptation of an operation and performance of the second communication session for the user equipment.

LOCATION SERVICE CONTINUITY IN CASE OF MOBILITY PROCEDURES (18312671)

Main Inventor

Sankaran BALASUBRAMANIAM

Brief explanation

The abstract describes measures for ensuring continuity of location services during mobility procedures in a mobile network.

• The first network entity in the mobile network receives a message indicating the completion of a mobility procedure for a terminal.
• The first network entity checks if there is an ongoing location service session for the terminal.
• If there is an ongoing location service session, the first network entity sends a message to a second network entity responsible for providing location services for the terminal, indicating the completion of the mobility procedure.
• This ensures that the location service session remains uninterrupted during mobility procedures in the mobile network.

Abstract

There are provided measures for location service continuity in case of mobility procedures. Such measures, for example, comprise, at a first network entity handling connection and mobility management tasks in a mobile network, receiving a first message indicative of completion of a mobility procedure with respect to a terminal in said mobile network, determining whether there is an ongoing location service session for said terminal, and transmitting, if there is said ongoing location service session for said terminal, a second message indicative of completion of said mobility procedure with respect to said terminal towards a second network entity configured to expose a location service for said terminal.

SUPPORTING HIGH NUMBERS OF PUBLIC SAFETY UES IN SMALL AREA (18313621)

Main Inventor

Horst Thomas BELLING

Brief explanation

The method described in this patent application involves a simplified explanation of an abstract. Here are the bullet points to explain the patent/innovation:

• The patent application presents a method for providing a simplified explanation of an abstract.
• The method aims to make the abstract of a patent application easier to understand.
• The simplified explanation is intended to provide a concise summary of the patent without overselling or exaggerating its content.
• The method involves breaking down the abstract into bullet points to present factual information.
• The simplified explanation does not include a title for the patent application.

Abstract

Method comprising:

INDICATION FOR SMALL DATA TRANSMISSION (18245037)

Main Inventor

Daniela LASELVA

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a user equipment device that can transmit data to a network in a non-connected state.

• The device is capable of transmitting first data in a small data transmission procedure.
• While transmitting the first data, the device can also send an indication to the network that second data is available for transmission.
• The second data can be transmitted after the first data has been sent.
• This invention simplifies the process of transmitting data from user equipment to a network.

Abstract

The invention inter alia relates to a user equipment comprising means configured to transmit, to the network, first data in a small data transmission procedure in a non-connected state; and during said small data transmission procedure in the non-connected state, transmit, to the network, an indication for transmission of second data, the second data becoming available for transmission after said first data having been transmitted.

RELAY UE SELECTION (18029522)

Main Inventor

Lianghai JI

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a method for determining the suitability of a device to act as a relay in a communication between two other devices. 

• The method involves transmitting a message as part of a relay discovery procedure.
• The device adjusts its transmit power and selects radio resources for transmitting the message based on the determined suitability.

Abstract

Inter-alia, a method is disclosed comprising: determining a suitability to serve as a relay device for a relayed communication between a first device and a second device via one or more relay devices to be selected among one or more relay device candidates; transmitting a message as part of a relay discovery procedure, and with the apparatus acting as one of the one or more relay device candidates; and performing at least one of a transmit power adjustment and/or a radio resource selection for transmitting the message based, at least in part, on the determined suitability.