Apparatus and methods for utilizing statistical multiplexing to ensure quality of service in a network
US8300541B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 19, 2008 |
| Grant date | Oct 30, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 5, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N21/44209
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatus for utilizing bitrate or other data associated with statistically multiplexed video (e.g., programs) or other content within a network to ensure quality of service (QoS) at a subscriber premises or local network. In one embodiment, the present invention provides improved multiplexing apparatus and methods that allow a consumer premises device to obtain QoS data and employ that data to enforce and maintain one or more QoS policies. In another embodiment of the present invention, an improved consumer premises device is provided which is adapted to receive a multiplexed program stream and subsequently demultiplex and time stamp the resulting single program streams. The time stamps are then utilized to generate QoS data which is utilized to enforce and maintain a QoS policy. Business methods associated with the various features described above are also disclosed.
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