18432785. APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REDUCING POWER CONSUMPTION IN MULTI ANTENNA SYSTEM simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
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APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REDUCING POWER CONSUMPTION IN MULTI ANTENNA SYSTEM
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Byung-Ki Kim of Hwaseong-si (KR)
APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REDUCING POWER CONSUMPTION IN MULTI ANTENNA SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18432785 titled 'APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REDUCING POWER CONSUMPTION IN MULTI ANTENNA SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method and apparatus for reducing the power consumption of a Base Station (BS) in a multi-antenna system. Here is a simplified explanation of the abstract:
- Identifying the amount of resources in use for communication.
- Determining whether to convert at least one Radio Frequency (RF) unit into a power-saving mode based on the amount of resources.
- If converting at least one RF unit into the power-saving mode, turning OFF the power supply of a power amplifier of at least one of the antenna paths.
- Increasing the gain of at least one antenna path by turning ON a power supply to maintain the transmission Power Spectral Density (PSD) without changing it due to the power-saving mode conversion.
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- Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in cellular networks, wireless communication systems, and other network infrastructures to reduce power consumption and improve energy efficiency.
- Problems Solved
1. Reducing power consumption of Base Stations in multi-antenna systems. 2. Maintaining transmission quality while optimizing power-saving modes.
- Benefits
1. Lower energy costs for network operators. 2. Extended battery life for mobile devices. 3. Enhanced sustainability of wireless communication networks.
- Potential Commercial Applications
- Optimizing Power Consumption in Multi-Antenna Systems
- Potential Commercial Applications
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- Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of power-saving modes in single-antenna systems to reduce energy consumption. However, the specific method described in this patent application for multi-antenna systems appears to be a novel approach.
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- Unanswered Questions
- How does this technology impact the overall performance of the Base Station in terms of signal quality and coverage?
The patent application focuses on reducing power consumption, but it would be interesting to know if there are any trade-offs in terms of performance metrics.
- Are there any regulatory considerations or standards that need to be taken into account when implementing this power-saving method in Base Stations?
It would be important to understand if there are any compliance requirements or guidelines that need to be followed to ensure the safe and effective operation of the Base Station with this power-saving technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
An apparatus and method for reducing the power consumption of a Base Station (BS) in a multi antenna system are provided. The method for reducing the power consumption of the BS includes identifying an amount of resources being in use for communication, determining whether to convert at least one Radio Frequency (RF) unit into a power saving mode considering the amount of resources, if converting at least one RF unit into the power saving mode, turning OFF a power supply of a power amplifier of at least one of at least two antenna paths constituting the at least one RF unit converted into the power saving mode, and increasing a gain of at least one antenna path turning ON a power supply such that a transmission Power Spectral Density (PSD) is not changed according to the power saving mode conversion.
