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Method of improving coverage and optimisation in communication networks

US9571336B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 30, 2014
Grant dateFeb 14, 2017
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Expiry dateFeb 6, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L41/5003
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus for detecting and determining the location of a coverage hole in a communications network such as a cellular communication system wherein the location is determined from operational parameters and/or by network elements themselves. Additionally is a method to reduce a hole by adjusting antennae parameters preferably remotely and automatically and this can be done in conjunction with hole location to optimize the system.

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