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Enhanced ZigBee mesh network with dormant mode activation

US8874734B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJan 9, 2012
Grant dateOct 28, 2014
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Expiry dateJun 9, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D30/70
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system, apparatus, and method for managing energy conservation in a mesh network of smart container monitoring system is provided. The monitoring unit and the monitored devices within each smart container form a first-tier network, and the smart containers in vicinity are wirelessly connected to form a second-tier mesh network. Each tier of network awakens per a defined procedure to allow for establishment of communication for a short amount of time.

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