Systems for distributing data over a computer network and methods for arranging nodes for distribution of data over a computer network
US7512676B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 7, 2005 |
| Grant date | Mar 31, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 3, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L65/611
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods for reconfiguring binary tree topology networks upon the departure of a departing node are described. A register message is sent from a child node to a parent node, the register message requesting that the parent node dock uptree of the child node. In response, a register accept is sent from the parent node to the child node, thus docking the parent node uptree of the child node. A priority join message is sent from a second child node to the first child node requesting that the first child node dock uptree of the second child node. A disconnect propagate message is sent from the first child node to a grandchild node upon receiving a priority join message from the second child node. A join accept is sent from the first child node to the second child node, thus docking the first child node uptree of the second child node.
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