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DAPS Handover: UE Functionality

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However, I can provide a general explanation of how handovers work in the context of mobile telecommunications, and if "DAPS Handover" aligns with these principles, you might find it helpful:

  1. Handover Basics:
    • In mobile communication, a handover (also known as a handoff) is a process where a mobile device (UE) switches its connection from one cell to another without losing ongoing communication. This is typically done to ensure continuity of service as the UE moves through different coverage areas.
  2. Types of Handovers:
    • Handovers can occur for various reasons, including changes in signal strength, interference, or load balancing. They are often categorized as intra-cell handovers (within the same cell) or inter-cell handovers (between different cells).
  3. DAPS (Dynamic Association and Paging Scheme?):
    • If "DAPS" is an acronym for a specific feature or technology, it would be important to understand its purpose in the context of handovers. For instance, it could refer to a scheme for dynamically associating UEs with different cells or a method for optimizing paging procedures.
  4. UE Functionality in Handovers:
    • During a handover, the UE plays a crucial role. It needs to measure the signal strength and quality of neighboring cells, report this information to the network, and follow instructions from the network regarding when to initiate a handover.
  5. Measurement Reports:
    • The UE continuously monitors the radio environment and sends measurement reports to the network. These reports include information about neighboring cells' signal strength, quality, and other parameters.
  6. Network Decision and Handover Execution:
    • Based on the UE's reports and network criteria, the decision to perform a handover is made by the network. The network then instructs the UE to perform the handover, specifying the target cell.
  7. Handover Execution:
    • The UE adjusts its connection parameters to transition smoothly to the target cell. This may involve changing the frequency, scrambling codes, or other radio access parameters. The handover is completed when the UE seamlessly switches its connection to the new cell.