Method and system for providing load-sensitive bandwidth allocation
US7336967B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 3, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 30, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L47/826
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An approach is provided for managing bandwidth in a data network. Capacity is allocated on a communication channel, which can be utilized for transporting data traffic or support network administrative functions (e.g., ranging), for a terminal to transmit data over the communication channel. In anticipation of the terminal having to transmit additional data, additional capacity is allocated on the communication channel for the terminal prior to receiving a request for bandwidth by the terminal. The anticipatory allocation is determined according to loading of the data network. This approach as particular applicability to shared capacity systems, such as a satellite communication system.
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