Procedures for merging the mediation device protocol with a network layer protocol
US7251222B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 18, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 29, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04J3/0638
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A process for merging and using the Mediation Device Protocol with a network layer protocol. Under the merged protocol, each device joining a network enters into two stages: the Set-Up Stage and the Normal Operational Stage. During the Set-Up Stage, the device identifies its neighbors, builds a neighborhood list, obtains a Logical ID, and picks a parent node in the network. After the Set-Up Stage is complete, the device enters the Normal Operational Stage where it will send/receive control and data messages, invite and help new nodes to join the network, recover from broken links or topology changes, and other normal network operations.
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