Huawei technologies co., ltd. (20240340709). COMMUNICATION METHOD AND APPARATUS simplified abstract
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COMMUNICATION METHOD AND APPARATUS
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COMMUNICATION METHOD AND APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240340709 titled 'COMMUNICATION METHOD AND APPARATUS
The abstract of this patent application describes a communication method and apparatus that involves session management functions to ensure packet forwarding paths meet the requirements of services for terminal devices, improving efficiency and flexibility in packet forwarding.
- Session management function network element determines first user plane function network element based on service information
- Establishes association between first and second user plane function network elements supporting the service
- Sends information of services provided by the second user plane function network element to the first user plane function network element
- Indicates to send a packet of the service through a first flow that meets the service requirements
- Enables dynamic scheduling based on service capability of network elements and network status
Potential Applications: - Telecommunications networks - Internet of Things (IoT) devices - Cloud computing services
Problems Solved: - Ensuring packet forwarding paths meet service requirements - Improving packet forwarding flexibility and efficiency - Implementing dynamic scheduling based on network capabilities
Benefits: - Enhanced service quality for terminal devices - Improved network efficiency - Dynamic adaptation to changing network conditions
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Communication Method for Efficient Packet Forwarding This technology can be utilized in telecommunications companies, IoT service providers, and cloud computing businesses to optimize packet forwarding processes, improve service quality, and enhance network efficiency.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does this technology improve packet forwarding efficiency? 2. What are the key benefits of dynamic scheduling based on service capabilities and network status?
Original Abstract Submitted
embodiments of this application provide a communication method and apparatus. the method includes: a session management function network element determines a first user plane function network element based on first information of a service, association information between the first user plane function network element and a second user plane function network element supporting the service, and information of services provided by the second user plane function network element, and sends second information of the service and a first identifier to the first user plane function network element to indicate to send a packet of the service through a first flow that meeting a requirement of the service. this ensures that a packet forwarding path meets a requirement of a service of a terminal device, improves packet forwarding flexibility and efficiency, and implements dynamic scheduling based on a service capability of a network element and a network status.
