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Synchronization method and apparatus in device-to-device direct communication

US9277518B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 27, 2014
Grant dateMar 1, 2016
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Expiry dateJul 18, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04W4/70
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A synchronization method by a device is provided in a device-to-device direct communication. The device receives synchronization signals from a plurality of other devices at a current frame, and estimates a synchronization time at a next frame based on the synchronization signals received from the other devices.

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