Patent for data processing in 5G/6G systems

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Published March 26th, 2026

Detected March 26th, 2026

Summary

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260088867A1) for a data processing method and apparatus applicable to 5G/6G communication systems. The invention aims to improve system reliability and spectral efficiency through enhanced codebook processing, potentially benefiting extended reality (XR) services.

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This document is a published patent application from the USPTO detailing a novel data processing method and apparatus for 5G/6G communication systems. The core innovation involves obtaining an extended codebook by increasing codeword quantity or length, enabling more valid redundant packets or check packets to improve system reliability. It also supports flexible block lengths for efficient network coding, enhancing spectral efficiency. The application is specifically noted for its potential use in extended reality (XR) services or other low-delay applications.

While this is a patent application and not a regulation imposing direct compliance obligations, it signifies technological advancements in telecommunications infrastructure. Companies involved in developing or deploying 5G/6G technologies, particularly those focusing on XR or low-latency services, should be aware of this patented approach. Understanding such intellectual property can inform R&D strategies, potential licensing opportunities, or competitive landscape analysis.

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DATA PROCESSING METHOD AND APPARATUS

Application US20260088867A1 Kind: A1 Mar 26, 2026

Inventors

Huiying Zhu, Pengpeng Dong, Zhiyuan Tan

Abstract

A data processing method and apparatus are disclosed, which may be applied to communication systems such as 5G and 6G. The method includes: obtaining an extended first codebook based on a second codebook by increasing a quantity of codewords or lengths of codewords, and performing first network coding or decoding based on the first codebook. Linear independence between codewords in the extended first codebook may be ensured as much as possible, so as to generate more valid redundant packets or check packets, thereby improving system reliability. Alternatively, flexible block lengths are supported, so as to perform efficient network coding or decoding on more original data packets, thereby improving system spectral efficiency. This application may be applied to an extended reality XR service or another low-delay service.