Enhancement of node connectivity in a wireless communications network with changing topology via adaptive role changing
US7924747B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 29, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W40/246
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A process and system for enhancing connectivity among nodes of a wireless communications network by adapting to changes in the network topology. Nodes of the network are configured to operate according to either (i) an ad hoc protocol wherein a given node assumes a role of a mesh node capable of connecting with other like-configured nodes, or (ii) a point-to-multipoint protocol wherein the given node assumes a role of either a base station, or a subscriber station being served by another node which is assuming the role of a base station. A determination is made as to whether each node should operate according to the ad hoc protocol or the point-to-multipoint protocol, in order to maintain an optimum state of connectivity among all nodes of the network. The determined operating protocol is then implemented for each node.
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