Central coordinator selection, handover, backup and failure recovery
US7606199B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 13, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 20, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 11, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W48/12
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The embodiments of the present invention provide methods, systems, and devices for improving network management in a centralized network, which typically includes a central coordinator (CCO) that manages and schedules activities within the network. The embodiments of the invention provide a manner of selecting a CCO, including a backup CCO, best suited to manage the network based on a set of rules. Furthermore, the embodiments provide a manner of transferring the current CCO functions to a new CCO, e.g., via message exchanges. Moreover, a process of a backup CCO assuming the function of an unavailable CCO is also described.
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