Method and apparatus for controlling carrier frequency in multi-carrier/cell system
US8897234B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 24, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 25, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W72/52
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatus are provided for controlling activation or deactivation of a carrier frequency in a multi-carrier/cell system. Activation or deactivation of a subsidiary carrier frequency is determined according to a parameter associated with the subsidiary carrier frequency. When the subsidiary carrier frequency is to be activated or deactivated, a message, such as an HS-SCCH order, is transmitted to a terminal to instruct the terminal to activate or deactivate the subsidiary carrier frequency. In this manner, a certain carrier frequency can be flexibly activated or deactivated in accordance with real-time assessment of multi-carrier/cell conditions.
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