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Device and method for handling reference signals in an unlicensed band

US11843555B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 8, 2021
Grant dateDec 12, 2023
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Expiry dateMay 6, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04W76/19
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A communication device for handling a reference signal (RS) in an unlicensed band comprises at least one storage device; and at least one processing circuit, coupled to the at least one storage device. The at least one storage device stores instructions, and the at least one processing circuit is configured to execute the instructions of: receiving a RS from a network; updating a counter, if a quality of the RS is smaller than a measurement threshold value; and restarting a RS timer, when receiving the RS.

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