18292754. METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CHARGING simplified abstract (Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ))
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METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CHARGING
Organization Name
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ)
Inventor(s)
Zhansheng Wei of SHANGHAI (CN)
Robert Tornkvist of Karlskrona (SE)
Anders Larsson of Molndal (SE)
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CHARGING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18292754 titled 'METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CHARGING
The abstract of this patent application describes a method performed by a charging function entity in a network environment. The method involves sending a charging notify request with information elements to a network function entity to determine quota and usage reporting updates. The charging function entity then receives a charging notify response, which includes error information if validation of the information elements fails.
- The method involves sending a charging notify request with information elements to a network function entity.
- The information elements are used to determine quota and usage reporting updates.
- The charging function entity receives a charging notify response from the network function entity.
- If validation of the information elements fails, the response includes error information.
- The method aims to streamline the updating of quota and usage reporting in a network environment.
Potential Applications: - Telecommunications networks - Mobile network operators - Internet service providers
Problems Solved: - Efficient updating of quota and usage reporting - Streamlining charging processes in network environments
Benefits: - Improved accuracy in quota and usage reporting - Enhanced efficiency in charging processes - Better management of network resources
Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhanced Charging Function Method for Network Environments" This technology can be applied in telecommunications networks, mobile network operators, and internet service providers to optimize charging processes and improve resource management.
Questions about Enhanced Charging Function Method for Network Environments:
1. How does this method improve efficiency in charging processes in network environments? This method streamlines the updating of quota and usage reporting, leading to more accurate and efficient charging processes.
2. What are the potential benefits of implementing this technology in telecommunications networks? Implementing this technology can lead to improved accuracy in quota and usage reporting, enhanced efficiency in charging processes, and better management of network resources.
Original Abstract Submitted
A method performed by a charging function entity comprises sending a charging notify request comprising at least one information element to a network function entity. The at least one information element is used for determining which quota and/or usage reporting is required to be updated to the charging function entity. The method further comprises receiving a charging notify response from the network function entity. When validation of a part of the at least one information element is failed, the charging notify response comprises a first status code and error information related to the part of the at least one information element.
