EMM (Evolved packet system mobility management)
EMM (Evolved Packet System Mobility Management) is a system that is used to manage mobility in a mobile network. It is used in LTE (Long-Term Evolution) and 5G (fifth generation) networks to manage the movement of mobile devices between different network nodes. The system is responsible for ensuring that a mobile device can seamlessly move between different network nodes, without any interruption in service.
EMM is made up of several components, including the Mobility Management Entity (MME), the Serving Gateway (SGW), and the Packet Data Network Gateway (PDN GW). Each of these components plays a critical role in managing mobility in a mobile network.
The Mobility Management Entity (MME) is responsible for managing the mobility of mobile devices. It is the central control point in the EMM system, and it is responsible for managing the connection between the mobile device and the mobile network. The MME is responsible for authenticating the mobile device, establishing the connection, and managing the mobility of the device.
The Serving Gateway (SGW) is responsible for managing the data flow between the mobile device and the mobile network. It is responsible for routing data between the mobile device and the PDN GW. The SGW also manages the mobility of the mobile device, and it is responsible for ensuring that the mobile device is always connected to the network.
The Packet Data Network Gateway (PDN GW) is responsible for managing the connection between the mobile network and the internet. It is responsible for routing data between the mobile network and the internet. The PDN GW also manages the mobility of the mobile device, and it is responsible for ensuring that the mobile device is always connected to the internet.
EMM uses several procedures to manage mobility in a mobile network. These procedures include the Attach procedure, the Detach procedure, the Tracking Area Update procedure, and the Service Request procedure.
The Attach procedure is used to establish a connection between the mobile device and the mobile network. During the Attach procedure, the MME authenticates the mobile device and establishes a connection with the SGW. Once the connection is established, the mobile device is assigned a temporary identity known as the Temporary Mobile Subscriber Identity (TMSI). The TMSI is used to identify the mobile device within the network.
The Detach procedure is used to terminate the connection between the mobile device and the mobile network. During the Detach procedure, the mobile device sends a request to the network to terminate the connection. The network then releases the resources that were allocated to the mobile device.
The Tracking Area Update procedure is used to manage the mobility of the mobile device. During the Tracking Area Update procedure, the mobile device sends a request to the network to update its location. The network then updates its records to reflect the new location of the mobile device.
The Service Request procedure is used to establish a connection between the mobile device and a specific service within the network. During the Service Request procedure, the mobile device sends a request to the network to establish a connection with a specific service. The network then establishes the connection and allocates the necessary resources.
EMM also uses several protocols to manage mobility in a mobile network. These protocols include the Diameter protocol, the GPRS Tunneling Protocol (GTP), and the User Datagram Protocol (UDP).
The Diameter protocol is used to manage authentication and authorization in a mobile network. It is used to authenticate the mobile device and authorize it to access the network. The Diameter protocol is also used to manage the connection between the different network components.
The GPRS Tunneling Protocol (GTP) is used to manage the data flow between the mobile device and the mobile network. It is responsible for encapsulating the data packets and routing them between the different network components.
The User Datagram Protocol (UDP) is used to manage the transmission of real-time data in a mobile network. It is used to manage the transmission of voice and video data, which require low latency and high reliability.
EMM also uses several mobility management policies to manage the mobility of mobile devices. These policies include the Handover policy, the Radio Resource Management policy, and the Quality of Service (QoS) policy.
The Handover policy is used to manage the handover of a mobile device between different network nodes. It is responsible for ensuring that the mobile device can seamlessly move between different network nodes without any interruption in service.
The Radio Resource Management policy is used to manage the allocation of radio resources in a mobile network. It is responsible for ensuring that radio resources are allocated efficiently and effectively, to ensure optimal performance of the network.
The Quality of Service (QoS) policy is used to manage the quality of service provided to the mobile device. It is responsible for ensuring that the mobile device receives the required level of service, based on its needs and requirements.
In summary, EMM (Evolved Packet System Mobility Management) is a system that is used to manage mobility in a mobile network. It is responsible for ensuring that mobile devices can seamlessly move between different network nodes, without any interruption in service. EMM is made up of several components, including the Mobility Management Entity (MME), the Serving Gateway (SGW), and the Packet Data Network Gateway (PDN GW). EMM uses several procedures, protocols, and mobility management policies to manage mobility in a mobile network.