18282612. Separation of Network Function and Its Realization simplified abstract (Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ))
Contents
- 1 Separation of Network Function and Its Realization
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 Separation of Network Function and Its Realization - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
Separation of Network Function and Its Realization
Organization Name
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ)
Inventor(s)
Cormac Mullally of Co. Roscommon (IE)
Michael Lundkvist of Linköping (SE)
Brian Sweeney of Dysart Co. Roscommon (IE)
Dermot Melia of Westmeath (IE)
Separation of Network Function and Its Realization - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18282612 titled 'Separation of Network Function and Its Realization
Simplified Explanation
The network node in this patent application decouples Network Functions (NFs) from cloud-native services to change how NFs are realized by the cloud-native services. The node orchestrates the cloud-native services executing in the cloud to realize the NFs, while also managing fault, configuration, accounting, performance, and security (FCAPS) aspects.
- The network node modifies the association between 3GPP defined NFs and cloud-native services.
- The node decouples NFs from cloud-native services, making NFs unaware of the underlying services.
- It orchestrates cloud-native services to realize the NFs and manages FCAPS aspects.
- The node automates deployment, upgrades, scaling, and healing of cloud-native services.
- It exposes NFs and their interfaces for easier management.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in telecommunications networks, cloud computing environments, and software-defined networking (SDN) systems.
Problems Solved
1. Simplifies the management of NFs and cloud-native services. 2. Automates deployment and maintenance tasks, reducing manual intervention.
Benefits
1. Improved efficiency in managing NFs and cloud-native services. 2. Enhanced scalability and reliability of network functions. 3. Streamlined fault management and performance monitoring.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing network function deployment in 5G networks for telecom companies.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include similar patents related to NFV (Network Function Virtualization) and SDN (Software-Defined Networking) technologies.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact network performance and latency in real-world deployments?
The patent application does not provide specific details on the impact of this technology on network performance and latency. Further testing and analysis would be needed to determine the actual effects in real-world scenarios.
What are the potential security implications of decoupling NFs from cloud-native services?
The patent application does not address the potential security implications of decoupling NFs from cloud-native services. It would be essential to evaluate the security risks and implement appropriate measures to mitigate any vulnerabilities introduced by this decoupling process.
Original Abstract Submitted
A network node modifies an association between the 3GPP defined Network Functions (NFs) and one or more cloud-native services thereby changing how those NFs are realized by the cloud-native services. To accomplish this, the node () “decouples” the NFs from the cloud-native services such that the NFs are unaware of the underlying cloud-native services that realize them and orchestrates the cloud-native services executing in the cloud that will realize those NFs. Additionally, the node automatically deploys, upgrades, scales, and heals the cloud-native services, as well as exposes the NFs and their interfaces, thereby facilitating the management of fault, configuration, accounting, performance, and security (FCAPS).
