System, method and apparatus for controlled entry of a sensor network node into a discovery state
US10313197B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 9, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W84/18
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system, method and apparatus for controlled entry of a sensor network node into a discovery state. Node malfunctions can be addressed through remote administration using a bi-directional communication protocol in a sensor network. A controlled reset process can minimize disruptions in the sensor network that can occur due to node malfunctions.
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