POOLED TRANSPORT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS IN A 3GPP LTE NETWORK

摘要

Presented are methods and apparatus for decoupling transport and control (T&C) functions from a plurality of eNBs and collecting the T&C functions in a centralized entity for managing the T&C functions for a larger pool of eNBs. An enhanced interface and protocol is defined for allowing the new T&C pool entity to communicate with the eNBs over a shared IP based network. The redistributed functionality provides for optimizing both data compression capabilities and security by compressing data earlier in its transmission path and by encrypting data before it is sent to an eNB.

主权项

1. A method for centralizing transport and control (T&C) functions for management of a plurality of evolved nodeBs (eNBs) and their associated cells, the method comprising:
disposing the T&C functions associated with each of the plurality of eNBs at at least one T&C pool entity; coordinating mobility events associated with the plurality of eNBs between the at least one T&C pool entity using an interface; and transmitting control signaling and data packets between the plurality of eNBs and the at least one T&C pool entity using a protocol across a shared network associated with the control signaling and data packets.