Methods, systems, and computer readable media for optimizing network traffic distribution using timeslot-based tracked producer network function (NF) performance during producer NF selection
US12022316B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 23, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 29, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W28/08
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method for optimizing network traffic distribution using timeslot-based tracked producer network function (NF) performance during producer NF selection is performed at a service communication proxy (SCP) including at least one processor. The method includes tracking a performance characteristic of producer NFs across different timeslots. The method further includes receiving, from a consumer NF, a service based interface (SBI) service request. The method further includes identifying eligible producer NFs capable of handling the SBI service request. The method further includes selecting, from the eligible producer NFs, in a manner that at least partially overrides priorities of the eligible producer NFs, and based on the tracked performance characteristic across the different timeslots, a producer NF to handle the SBI service request. The method further includes forwarding the SBI service request to the producer NF.
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