Router for aircraft communications with simultaneous satellite connections
US9553658B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 23, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jan 24, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 15, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L67/12
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods, devices, routers and systems for a satellite-ready Satcom Direct router with simultaneous use of Inmarsat, SwiftBroadband, Swift 64, Ku-Band and Ka-Band satellite connections with intelligent traffic control, along with Wi-Fi access and 3G/4G cellular network connectivity. The router is compatible with existing Wi-Fi access points and is backward-compatible with 802.11b/g. Up to four or more simultaneous wireless networks can be supported, allowing multiple systems to operate on aircraft without additional wireless access points and providing 3G/4G network connectivity when the aircraft is on the ground. A downloadable Satcom Direct router mobile App provides on-board cabin services including one or more of moving maps, flight tracker and command and control of satellite links.
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