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EP-4736519-A1 - SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REAL-TIME NETWORK VIEW USING SITES AND COVERAGE VIEW

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Abstract

The present invention discloses a system (108) and method (300) for creating a real-time network view using cellular sites and coverage layers. In modern telecommunications networks, users provide services through various types of nodes utilizing different technologies. The system introduces a digitized view in the form of a map layer, enabling streamlined operations and enhanced efficiency. Also, the system leverages web-based platforms to generate a real-time network view comprising site layer view or coverage layer views. This digitized representation allows users to easily monitor, assess, and analyze their networks. By creating a network view that gets updated automatically, the system eliminates a need to collect and maintain site layer data and create heatmaps.

Inventors

  • BHATNAGAR, AAYUSH
  • BHATNAGAR, PRADEEP KUMAR
  • Sankaran, Sundaresh
  • AMBALIYA, Haresh B
  • Rawat, Sandeep
  • SAHU, Preetam
  • SINGH, VIKRAM

Assignees

  • Jio Platforms Limited

Dates

Publication Date
20260506
Application Date
20240603

Claims (16)

  1. 1. A method (300) of generating a real-time view in terms of a site layer view and coverage layer view for a network, the method comprising: storing by at least one source (160), a plurality of information corresponding to sites and coverage associated with the network; receiving, through a user interface (152, 206), a view selection for generating the site layer view or the coverage layer view; receiving, through the user interface (152, 206), a site status input; response to the receiving, providing through the user interface (152, 206), a technology selection option, wherein the technology selection option comprises a 4 th generation (4G) mobile network, a 5 th generation (5G) mobile network, a sixth generation (6G) mobile network, and wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi); receiving, through the user interface (152, 206), a technology selection input from the technology selection option; and generating, through the user interface (152, 206), at least one output in a form of a map visualization based on the plurality of information, the view selection, the site status input, and the technology selection input.
  2. 2. The method of claim 1, further comprising providing, through the user interface, a site type option in response to receiving the technology selection input, for displaying a site type, wherein the site type is one of a macro cell site and a small cell site.
  3. 3. The method of claim 1, wherein for the site layer view, the method further comprising: obtaining information on site location and orientation of cells; and generating the site layer view comprising the cells in a map, wherein the method comprising highlighting faulty sites in the site layer view.
  4. 4. The method of claim 1, wherein the site status is at least one of indicative of sites taking traffic, indicative of sites not taking traffic, indicative of sites under construction, and indicative of sites planned for futuristic coverage, wherein for the coverage layer view, the method further comprising: obtaining coverage information offered by the sites at each of site status; and generating the site layer view comprising the cells in the map, wherein faulty sites are highlighted in the coverage layer view provided in the map.
  5. 5. The method of claim 4, further comprising providing at least one Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in the map, and wherein the KPIs comprising Reference Signal Received Power (RSRP), Signal-to-Interference-plus-Noise Ratio (SINR), and throughput.
  6. 6. The method of claim 5, further comprising: receiving input to generate the coverage layer views at defined schedules, and the KPIs to be generated with the coverage layer views and the site types; and generating the scheduled coverage layer views along with the corresponding KPIs and the site types, at the defined schedules.
  7. 7. The method of claim 6, wherein the coverage layer views are automatically updated, and wherein responsive to implementation of a new site, the new site with traffic information is displayed in the coverage layer views.
  8. 8. A system (108) for generating a real-time network view of a network, said system (108) comprising: at least one source (160) configured to store a plurality of information corresponding to corresponding to sites and coverage associated with the network; and a processing engine (208) configured to generate a user interface (152, 206), the user interface (152, 206) configured to: receive a view selection for generating the site layer view or the coverage layer view; receive a site status input; provide a technology selection option, wherein the technology selection option comprises a 4 th generation (4G) mobile network, a 5 th generation (5G) mobile network, a sixth generation (6G) mobile network, and wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi); receive a technology selection input from the technology selection option; and generate at least one output in a form of a map visualization based on the on the plurality of information, the view selection, the site status input, and the technology selection input.
  9. 9. The system of claim 8, wherein the user interface (206) is configured to provide a site type option in response to receiving the technology selection input, for displaying a site type, wherein the site type is one of a macro cell site and a small cell site.
  10. 10. The system of claim 8, wherein for the site layer view, the user interface (206) is configured to: obtain information on site location and orientation of cells; and generate the site layer view comprising the cells in a map and highlight faulty sites in the map.
  11. 11. The system of claim 8, wherein the site status is at least one of indicative of sites taking traffic, indicative of sites not taking traffic, indicative of sites under construction, and indicative of sites planned for futuristic coverage, wherein for the coverage layer view, the user interface is further configured to: obtain coverage information offered by the sites at each of site status; and generate the site layer view comprising the cells in the map, wherein faulty sites are highlighted in the map.
  12. 12. The system of claim 11, wherein the user interface (206) is configured to provide at least one Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in the map, and wherein the KPIs comprising Reference Signal Received Power (RSRP), Signal-to- Interference-plus-Noise Ratio (SINR), and throughput.
  13. 13. The system of claim 12, wherein the user interface (206) is further configured to: receive input to generate the coverage layer views at defined schedules, and the KPIs to be generated with the coverage layer views and the site types; and generate the scheduled coverage layer views along with the corresponding KPIs and the site types, at the defined schedules.
  14. 14. The system of claim 13, wherein the coverage layer views are automatically updated, and wherein responsive to implementation of a new site, the new site with traffic information is displayed in the coverage layer views.
  15. 15. A computer program product comprising a non-transitory computer- readable medium comprising instructions that, when executed by one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to perform a method (300) of generating a real-time view in terms of a site layer view and coverage layer view for a network, the method comprising: storing by at least one source (160), a plurality of information corresponding to sites and coverage associated with the network; receiving, through a user interface (1 2, 206), a view selection for generating the site layer view and the coverage layer view; receiving, through the user interface (152, 206), a site status input; response to receiving, providing through the user interface (152, 206), a technology selection option, wherein the technology selection option comprises a 4 th generation (4G) mobile network, a 5 th generation (5G) mobile network, a sixth generation (6G) mobile network, and wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi); receiving, through the user interface (152, 206), a technology selection input from the technology selection option; and generating, through the user interface (152, 206), at least one output in a form of a map visualization based on the plurality of information, the view selection, the site status input, and the technology selection input.
  16. 16. A user equipment (104) communicatively coupled with a system (108), the coupling comprises steps of: receiving a connection request; sending an acknowledgment of connection request to the system (108); and transmitting data from a network view module (212) running in the UE (104) to the system (108), wherein the system (108) is configured for performing of generating a real-time view in terms of a site layer view and coverage layer view for a network as claimed in method of claim 1.

Description

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REAL-TIME NETWORK VIEW USING SITES AND COVERAGE VIEW RESERVATION OF RIGHTS [0001] A portion of the disclosure of this patent document contains material, which is subject to intellectual property rights such as but are not limited to, copyright, design, trademark, integrated circuit (IC) layout design, and/or trade dress protection, belonging to Jio Platforms Limited (JPL) or its affiliates (hereinafter referred as owner). The owner has no objection to the facsimile reproduction by anyone of the patent document or the patent disclosure, as it appears in the Patent and Trademark Office patent files or records, but otherwise reserves all rights whatsoever. All rights to such intellectual property are fully reserved by the owner. FIELD OF INVENTION [0002] The present disclosure generally relates to the field of cellular technology. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a system and a method that provides a real-time view of network in terms of site and coverage to assist engineers in planning and optimization of any live network. DEFINITION [0003] As used in the present disclosure, the following terms are generally intended to have the meaning as set forth below, except to the extent that the context in which they are used to indicate otherwise. [0004] The expression ‘coverage layer (or heatmap) view’ used hereinafter in the specification refers to a 2-dimensional data visualization technique that represents the magnitude of individual values within a dataset as a color. The variation in color may be by hue or intensity. In the present disclosure, the coverage layer view may be generated in view of RSRP (reference signal receive power), SINR (signal to interference ration), downlink throughput, uplink throughput, and Best Server plot. [0005] The expression ‘scheduling time’ used hereinafter in the specification refers to a specific block of time at a request need to be executed. [0006] The expression ‘sub-layer option’ used hereinafter in the specification refers a feature or functionality within a user interface (UI) that allows users to manipulate or control a specific layer of content or functionality that lies beneath a primary interface layer. [0007] The expression ‘Best Server Plot (BSP)’ used hereinafter in the specification refers to a visual representation of a predicted best server (base station) that a mobile device would connect to at each location within a defined area. The BSP is a graphical representation of server performance, often used in computer systems and networks to monitor and analyze network traffic and identifying bottlenecks. The plot provides insights into server response time, throughput, and resource usage, helping IT professionals optimize server configurations, identify potential issues, and prevent downtime. [0008] The expression ‘Uplink (UL) throughput’ used hereinafter in the specification refers to an amount of data transmitted from a user device, such as a smartphone or computer, to a cellular tower. This measure of performance is typically reported in bits per second (bps) and represents the rate at which data is uploaded from the device to the network. [0009] The expression ‘Downlink (DL) throughput’ used hereinafter in the specification refers to an amount of data received by a user device from a cellular tower. It is used to measure the speed and efficiency of internet connections, especially in mobile environments where device capabilities, signal strength, and network traffic can impact network performance. [0010] These definitions are in addition to those expressed in the art. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0011] The following description of the related art is intended to provide background information pertaining to the field of the disclosure. This section may include certain aspects of the art that may be related to various features of the present disclosure. However, it should be appreciated that this section is used only to enhance the understanding of the reader with respect to the present disclosure, and not as admission of the prior art. [0012] A telecommunications network consists of nodes (network sites) connected by links, such as traditional switching nodes, packet routers, or versatile router-switches. Analysis of the network sites is critical for network design, impacting efficiency, reliability, and performance of the telecommunication network. [0013] Understanding a network's layout is crucial for addressing disruptions and planning enhancements, but manual determination becomes challenging with a growing number of nodes. Additionally, detecting and resolving malfunctions in interconnected nodes becomes more complex as their count increases. In conventional approach to network analysis, teams responsible for managing networks manually handle lists of sites and perform manual efforts to create layers that can be plotted on maps using desktop-based tools. Similarly, engineers use desktop-based tools to generate cover