Reassigning channels in a spatial diversity radio communications system
US7561882B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 12, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 16, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W72/046
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems are provided for assigning channels in a spatial division multiple access communication network. The network includes a plurality of conventional channels some of which are configurable to be shared concurrently by plural subscribers. The method includes determining combinations of subscribers from the existing subscribers. Enhancement activities are invoked to create optimal combinations of existing subscribers. Existing subscribers are reassigned as necessary to share channels thereby freeing resources for new subscribers.
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