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Configurable frame processing pipeline in a packet switch

US8571031B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 7, 2009
Grant dateOct 29, 2013
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Expiry dateNov 6, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L49/9094
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Highly configurable frame processing pipelines are enabled in packet switches in an efficient manner which satisfies stringent area and power requirements. Frame processing pipelines are described that enable dynamic processing of different types of frames on a per frame basis.

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