TIMING-BASED POSITIONING VIA A REPEATER

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TIMING-BASED POSITIONING VIA A REPEATER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18183101 titled 'TIMING-BASED POSITIONING VIA A REPEATER

The abstract of the patent application describes a method for determining the location of mobile termination nodes and forwarding nodes in a repeater system, as well as obtaining timing information associated with the repeater.

The network entity can determine if the mobile termination node and forwarding node of the repeater are co-located.
Location information indicative of the nodes' locations can be obtained based on this determination.
Timing information associated with the repeater is also acquired.
The network entity can then request the transmission of reference signals or performance of measurements for a positioning session based on the location and timing information.

Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in telecommunications networks to improve the accuracy of location-based services. - It can also be applied in emergency response systems to quickly locate individuals in need of assistance.

Problems Solved: - Provides a more precise method for determining the location of nodes in a repeater system. - Enhances the efficiency of positioning sessions in network operations.

Benefits: - Improved accuracy in determining node locations. - Enhanced performance of location-based services. - Streamlined emergency response processes.

Commercial Applications: - Telecom companies can integrate this technology into their network infrastructure to enhance location services for customers. - Emergency response organizations can utilize this technology to improve their efficiency in locating individuals in distress.

Questions about the Technology: 1. How does this technology compare to existing methods of determining node locations in a repeater system? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology in real-world network environments?

Original Abstract Submitted

In an aspect, a network entity may obtain an indication of whether a mobile termination node of a repeater and a forwarding node of the repeater are co-located. The network entity may obtain, based on the indication, location information indicative of a location of at least one of the mobile termination node or the forwarding node. The network entity may obtain timing information associated with the repeater. The network node may provide, for a network node, a request to transmit a set of reference signals or to perform a set of measurements for a positioning session based on the location information and the timing information.