18068961. VERIFICATION OF USER EQUIPMENT LOCATION IN NON-TERRESTRIAL NETWORK simplified abstract (QUALCOMM Incorporated)
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VERIFICATION OF USER EQUIPMENT LOCATION IN NON-TERRESTRIAL NETWORK
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Avinash Shrivastava of Hyderabad (IN)
Stephen William Edge of Escondido CA (US)
VERIFICATION OF USER EQUIPMENT LOCATION IN NON-TERRESTRIAL NETWORK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18068961 titled 'VERIFICATION OF USER EQUIPMENT LOCATION IN NON-TERRESTRIAL NETWORK
Simplified Explanation: The patent application discusses techniques for verifying the location of a User Equipment (UE) in a non-terrestrial network (NTN) by utilizing location data, sidelink measurements, and the locations of other UEs within communication range.
- Receiving location data of the target UE
- Obtaining locations of other UEs within sidelink communication range of the target UE
- Receiving sidelink measurements obtained by the other UEs relative to the target UE
- Verifying the location data of the target UE based on the sidelink measurements and locations of the other UEs
Key Features and Innovation: - Utilizes location data and sidelink measurements for UE location verification in NTN - Ensures that the target UE accesses only authorized NTN based on its location - Enhances network security and accuracy of UE location tracking
Potential Applications: - Telecommunications networks - Satellite communication systems - Internet of Things (IoT) devices - Autonomous vehicles - Emergency response systems
Problems Solved: - Ensures accurate verification of UE location in NTN - Prevents unauthorized access to NTN based on false location data - Enhances network security and reliability
Benefits: - Improved accuracy in UE location verification - Enhanced network security and integrity - Efficient utilization of non-terrestrial network resources
Commercial Applications: Potential commercial applications include: - Telecommunication companies for network security and management - Satellite communication providers for accurate UE tracking - IoT device manufacturers for location-based services - Emergency response organizations for precise location identification - Autonomous vehicle companies for reliable navigation systems
Prior Art: Prior research in location verification techniques for UEs in terrestrial networks may provide insights into similar methods used in NTN.
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing research in satellite communication systems and IoT device tracking may offer advancements in UE location verification techniques.
Questions about UE Location Verification in NTN: 1. How does the use of sidelink measurements enhance the accuracy of UE location verification in NTN? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing these techniques in real-world non-terrestrial networks?
Original Abstract Submitted
Techniques for verifying a user equipment (UE) location in a non-terrestrial network (NTN) are disclosed. In some embodiments, such techniques may involve receiving location data of the target UE; obtaining one or more locations of one or more other UEs that are within a sidelink communication range of the target UE; receiving sidelink measurements obtained by the one or more other UEs relative to the target UE or by the target UE obtained for the one or more other UEs; and verifying the location data of the target UE (e.g., a location of the target UE) based at least on the sidelink measurements and the one or more locations of the one or more other UEs. The location verification may ensure that the target UE only accesses an NTN that is allowed to serve the location of the target UE.
