Extending access terminal battery life through search rate control
US8428637B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 9, 2008 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D30/70
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The method and apparatus as described are directed toward techniques and mechanisms to improve access terminal battery life through search rate control. Controlling the rate at which access terminals search for alternate networks in a cell, and more particularly reducing unnecessary attempts, significantly increases the battery life of the access terminal.
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