INTERDIGITAL PATENT HOLDINGS, INC. (20240276596). ENHANCED CONNECTED MODE DRX PROCEDURES FOR NR simplified abstract

ENHANCED CONNECTED MODE DRX PROCEDURES FOR NR

Organization Name

INTERDIGITAL PATENT HOLDINGS, INC.

Inventor(s)

Guodong Zhang of Woodbury NY (US)

Pascal M. Adjakple of Great Neck NY (US)

Lakshmi R. Iyer of King of Prussia PA (US)

Stephen E. Terry of Northport NY (US)

Qing Li of Princeton Junction NJ (US)

ENHANCED CONNECTED MODE DRX PROCEDURES FOR NR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240276596 titled 'ENHANCED CONNECTED MODE DRX PROCEDURES FOR NR

The patent application discusses embodiments related to DRX operations in the context of beamforming and the impact of the new NR-PDCCH on downlink control channel monitoring.

• Multiple DRX configurations may be supported in NR, with dynamic switching facilitated by L1/2 signaling such as MAC CE based mechanisms.
• Signaling and mechanisms are described to support multiple DRX configurations and switching between them.
• The impact of new NR-PDCCH, HARQ design in NR, and multiple SR configurations in NR on DRX operations are addressed in the embodiments.

This technology aims to enhance the efficiency and adaptability of DRX operations in the context of evolving communication standards like NR.

1. 1. 1. Potential Applications:

- 5G and beyond wireless communication systems - Mobile networks and cellular infrastructure - IoT devices and networks

1. 1. 1. Problems Solved:

- Adapting DRX operations to new features and requirements in evolving communication standards - Efficient monitoring and management of downlink control channels - Dynamic configuration switching for power-saving modes

1. 1. 1. Benefits:

- Improved power efficiency in wireless devices - Enhanced network performance and resource utilization - Seamless adaptation to new communication standards

1. 1. 1. Commercial Applications:

The technology can be applied in the development of 5G and future wireless communication systems, IoT devices, and mobile network infrastructure. It can benefit telecommunications companies, network equipment manufacturers, and IoT device makers looking to optimize power consumption and network efficiency.

1. 1. 1. Questions about DRX Operations:

1. How do multiple DRX configurations impact power consumption in wireless devices? 2. What are the key challenges in switching between different DRX configurations dynamically?

1. 1. 1. Frequently Updated Research:

Stay updated on the latest developments in 5G and NR standards, as well as advancements in power-saving mechanisms in wireless communication systems.

Original Abstract Submitted

embodiments described herein include drx operations that address impacts of beamforming to current drx operations. it is recognized herein that the new nr-pdcch may affect the downlink control channel monitoring in drx operations. drx embodiments described herein also address the impact of new nr-pdcch to drx operations. it is further recognized herein that, in nr, multiple drx configurations may be supported, and l1/2 signaling (such as mac ce based) can be used for dynamic drx configuration switching. embodiments described herein include signaling and other mechanisms that support multiple drx configurations, and switching between multiple configurations. embodiments described herein also include drx operations that address the impact of harq design in nr to drx operations. embodiments described herein further include drx operations that address the impact of multiple sr configurations in nr to drx operation.