18148686. TECHNIQUES FOR BEAMFORMING REPORTING USING ACTIVE INTELLIGENT REFLECTIVE SURFACE EMULATIONS WITHIN A USER EQUIPMENT simplified abstract (QUALCOMM Incorporated)
TECHNIQUES FOR BEAMFORMING REPORTING USING ACTIVE INTELLIGENT REFLECTIVE SURFACE EMULATIONS WITHIN A USER EQUIPMENT
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Vasanthan Raghavan of West Windsor Township NJ (US)
Mohammad Ali Tassoudji of San Diego CA (US)
TECHNIQUES FOR BEAMFORMING REPORTING USING ACTIVE INTELLIGENT REFLECTIVE SURFACE EMULATIONS WITHIN A USER EQUIPMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18148686 titled 'TECHNIQUES FOR BEAMFORMING REPORTING USING ACTIVE INTELLIGENT REFLECTIVE SURFACE EMULATIONS WITHIN A USER EQUIPMENT
The abstract describes methods, systems, and devices for wireless communications, specifically focusing on beamforming configurations and channel state information reference signals.
- A first wireless device receives control signaling indicating a channel state information reference signal-resource indicator (CRI) for beam reporting.
- The first wireless device then receives a set of channel state information reference signals (CSI-RSs) based on the CRI.
- The device transmits a beam report indicating first and second beamforming configurations associated with the CRI.
- The first beamforming configuration is linked to an antenna module at the first wireless device, while the second configuration involves passive devices reflecting signal energy.
- Communication with a second wireless device occurs according to the first or second beamforming configurations.
- Key Features and Innovation:**
- Utilization of channel state information reference signals for beam reporting.
- Implementation of multiple beamforming configurations for wireless communication.
- Integration of passive devices to enhance signal reflection and reception.
- Potential Applications:**
- 5G and future wireless communication technologies.
- Internet of Things (IoT) devices requiring efficient wireless connectivity.
- Smart city infrastructure for enhanced communication networks.
- Problems Solved:**
- Improving signal quality and reliability in wireless communications.
- Enhancing beamforming capabilities for better data transmission.
- Optimizing antenna performance for various scenarios.
- Benefits:**
- Increased data transfer speeds and network efficiency.
- Enhanced coverage and connectivity in wireless networks.
- Improved overall performance of wireless devices.
- Commercial Applications:**
Potential commercial applications include:
- Telecommunications companies for improved network performance.
- IoT device manufacturers for reliable wireless connectivity.
- Smart city developers for efficient communication infrastructure.
- Questions about Wireless Communications:**
1. How does the use of multiple beamforming configurations improve wireless communication? 2. What are the advantages of integrating passive devices for signal reflection in wireless devices?
Original Abstract Submitted
Methods, systems, and devices for wireless communications are described. A first wireless device may receive control signaling indicating a channel state information reference signal-resource indicator (CRI) for beam reporting, and receive a set of channel state information reference signals (CSI-RSs) in accordance with the CRI. The first wireless device may transmit a beam report indicating a first and second beamforming configurations associated with the CRI, where the first beamforming configuration is associated with an antenna module at the first wireless device, and where the second beamforming configuration is associated with the antenna module and one or more passive devices configured to reflect signal energy to or from the antenna module. The first wireless device may then communicate one or more messages with the second wireless device in accordance with the first beamforming configuration, the second beamforming configuration, or both.
