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Communication node in vehicle network and operation method of the communication node

US11126240B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 3, 2018
Grant dateSep 21, 2021
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Expiry dateJan 17, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D10/00
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A communication node in a vehicle network may comprise a medium access control (MAC) layer; a physical (PHY) layer; a first port connected to the PHY layer; a second port connected to the PHY layer; and a switch controlling a connection between the first port and the second port. The switch may turn on or off the connection between the first port and the second port under control of the MAC layer.

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