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Connectivity information sharing in a smart space having a multiplicity of radio access technologies

US7831717B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 31, 2007
Grant dateNov 9, 2010
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Expiry dateAug 22, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04W88/06
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus and method for storing and maintaining in a smart space device connectivity information of devices of the smart space including a plurality of disparate radio access technologies. The connectivity information is propagated to at least one other device of the smart space and is used for selecting an optimal distribution route for information to be shared in the smart space. Technologies such as NoTA, BillBoard and Whiteboard can be used.

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