METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR POSITIONING

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METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR POSITIONING - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240267864 titled 'METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR POSITIONING

The abstract of this patent application describes methods, apparatuses, and computer-readable media for positioning a terminal device using timing advance information obtained from one or more network nodes. The terminal device performs integrity checks of a positioning reference signal based on this information.

Timing advance information obtained from network nodes
Performing integrity checks of positioning reference signal
Utilizing timing advance values for positioning accuracy
Enhancing terminal device positioning capabilities
Improving accuracy of location-based services

Potential Applications: - Enhanced GPS functionality in mobile devices - Improved accuracy in location-based advertising - Enhanced emergency response services - Optimized fleet management systems - Enhanced augmented reality applications

Problems Solved: - Inaccurate positioning data - Limited accuracy in location-based services - Challenges in real-time tracking - Inefficient use of network resources - Lack of reliable integrity checks in positioning systems

Benefits: - Increased accuracy in location-based services - Enhanced user experience in navigation apps - Improved emergency response times - Optimized resource allocation in network systems - Enhanced security in positioning systems

Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Positioning Technology for Enhanced Location Services" This technology can be applied in various industries such as telecommunications, transportation, advertising, emergency services, and augmented reality. It can improve the accuracy and efficiency of location-based services, leading to better user experiences and optimized operations.

Questions about Advanced Positioning Technology: 1. How does this technology impact the accuracy of location-based services? This technology significantly improves the accuracy of location-based services by utilizing timing advance information from network nodes to enhance positioning capabilities.

2. What are the potential commercial applications of this advanced positioning technology? The commercial applications of this technology include enhanced GPS functionality in mobile devices, improved accuracy in location-based advertising, optimized fleet management systems, and enhanced emergency response services.

Original Abstract Submitted

embodiments of the present disclosure disclose methods, apparatuses and computer readable medium for positioning. a terminal device obtains timing advance information of one or more network nodes. the timing advance information indicates at least a timing advance value corresponding to one of the one or more network nodes. moreover, the terminal device performs, using the obtained timing advance information, integrity check of a positioning reference signal.