System and method for implementing mesh network communications using a mesh network protocol
US8699377B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 4, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 15, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 24, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D30/70
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The following describes data structures, communication protocol formats and process flows for controlling and facilitating secure communications between the nodes of a mesh network, such as utility meters and gateway nodes comprising a utility network. The enabled processes include association, information exchange, route discovery and maintenance and the like for instituting and maintaining a secure mesh network.
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