Introduced here are approaches to improving the coverage of mesh networks that involve repurposing consumer electronic devices as nodes. By repurposing consumer electronic devices that are configured for a Wi-Fi wireless network protocol, the “dead spot” issue that plagues traditional wireless networks can be addressed at minimal cost.
An antenna for reducing Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) using a dielectric insert with a feedline tunnel is disclosed. The antenna comprises a first metallic portion, a second metallic portion, a plastic insert, and a cable. The first and second metallic portions held together by the plastic insert, which bridges a gap separating both portions. Both portions include trough-shaped shells and conduits, the conduits configured to be disposed inside the shells and connected to the shells. The cable is configured to pass through a tunnel belonging to the plastic insert and configured to communicate signals to the antenna, the cable comprising an electrically insulative shielding configured to be grounded to one of the metallic portions, and an electrically conductive core encapsulated by the shielding and configured to be connected to the other metallic portion.
Apparatuses and systems for deploying wireless connectivity across a geographical area are disclosed. A bollard for deploying the wireless connectivity includes a modem and a router to receive an Internet connection from an ISP uplink. A PoE switch receives the Internet connection from the router. A first set of wireless backhaul bridges receive the Internet connection from the PoE switch and provide the Internet connection to a second set of wireless backhaul bridges embedded within a set of bollards external to the bollard. A wireless AP receives the Internet connection from the PoE switch. The AP includes a first Wi-Fi router to provide the wireless connectivity, using the Internet connection, to a first set of client devices, and a second Wi-Fi router to provide the wireless connectivity, using the Internet connection, to a second set of client devices.
An adjustable mounting bracket is configured to be adjusted between multiple positions to accommodate electronic devices having different lengths. The mounting bracket includes a main plate that is adjustable relative to a slide plate. Each of the main plate and the slide plate has an attachment point for attachment to an electronic device. More specifically, the main plate may include one or more ridges having a slot formed therein with multiple spaced detents. A screw may be releasably inserted into a desired detent in order to secure the main plate to the slide in a desired configuration. A twist clip may be provided for releasably securing the adjustable bracket to a T-bar.
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
A system includes a sensor platform, a motor capable of moving the sensor platform, a set of interfaces to receive messages from a set of mobile computing devices attached to the sensor platform, and a circuitry attached to the sensor platform in communication with the motor. A method may include obtaining a path that traverses a region that receives wireless signals from at least one access point of a plurality of access points and controlling the motor to move the sensor platform along the path. The method may include collecting a set of wireless signal values and determining whether the set of wireless signal values satisfy a set of anomaly criteria at a location of the sensor platform. The method may include stopping the motor at a location associated with the satisfaction of the set of anomaly criteria and storing the location in a set of locations.
Techniques, apparatuses, and systems for throughput estimation for a wireless device are disclosed. Throughput estimation includes generating network traffic for transmission between two nodes. The first node transmits the network traffic to the second node. The first node receives an acknowledgement from the second node that indicates successful receipt of the network traffic. The first node determines an amount of data successfully transmitted between the two nodes based on the reception of the acknowledgement. A throughput estimate is determined based on the amount of data successfully transmitted between the two nodes.
An antenna for reducing Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) using a dielectric insert with a feedline tunnel is disclosed. The antenna comprises a first metallic portion, a second metallic portion, a plastic insert, and a cable. The first and second metallic portions held together by the plastic insert, which bridges a gap separating both portions. Both portions include trough-shaped shells and conduits, the conduits configured to be disposed inside the shells and connected to the shells. The cable is configured to pass through a tunnel belonging to the plastic insert and configured to communicate signals to the antenna, the cable comprising an electrically insulative shielding configured to be grounded to one of the metallic portions, and an electrically conductive core encapsulated by the shielding and configured to be connected to the other metallic portion.
A method includes obtaining a set of wireless statistics of a wireless communication device and a set of hardware-related information of the wireless communication device. The method further includes determining a set of test results of a testbed system based on the set of wireless statistics and the set of hardware-related information by configuring the testbed system based on the set of wireless statistics and the set of hardware-related information. The method further includes updating a set of decision parameters of a wireless configuration decision model using a machine learning model based on the set of test results. The method further includes sending the updated set of decision parameters to the wireless communication device, wherein the wireless communication device configures a wireless configuration parameter based on an instance of the wireless configuration decision model configured with the updated set of decision parameters.
Apparatuses and systems for Wi-Fi 6E enhancement in contention-based protocol are disclosed. The disclosed methods enable a Wi-Fi 6E system to transmit a Channel Switch Announcement (CSA) to enhance the Wi-Fi performance. The disclosed systems preclude bandwidth reduction and interrupted transmission, which can occur using traditional methods.
Apparatuses, methods, and systems for client steering in mesh networks are disclosed. A first access point (AP) of a network sends a quality of service (QoS) data packet to a client device. A received signal strength indication (RSSI) of the client device is captured using the QoS data packet. A distance between the AP and client device is determined using a Wi-Fi round trip time. A time and day of week is determined. Using machine learning, a second AP is identified for steering the client device to, based on the RSSI, the distance, and the time and day of week. A machine learning model is trained to steer each client device to a respective AP for increasing a throughput of the network based on features extracted from client behavior of the client devices. The second AP is connected to the client device.
H04W 40/06 - Communication route or path selection, e.g. power-based or shortest path routing based on wireless node resources based on characteristics of available antennas
H04L 41/16 - Arrangements for maintenance, administration or management of data switching networks, e.g. of packet switching networks using machine learning or artificial intelligence
H04W 40/30 - Connectivity information management, e.g. connectivity discovery or connectivity update for proactive routing
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PROMOTING COEXISTENCE OF MULTIPLE RADIO SYSTEMS THROUGH THE MITIGATION OF DESENSITIZATION AND INTERMODULATION EFFECTS
Introduced here are approaches to mitigating the desensitization and intermodulation effects that can affect telecommunication performance of multiband electronic devices. Specifically, the present disclosure outlines an approach to mitigating the coexistence effect at the system level using tunable filters that are implemented or controlled via software.
Apparatuses and systems for deploying wireless connectivity across a geographical area are disclosed. A bollard for deploying the wireless connectivity includes a modem and a router to receive an Internet connection from an ISP uplink. A PoE switch receives the Internet connection from the router. A first set of wireless backhaul bridges receive the Internet connection from the PoE switch and provide the Internet connection to a second set of wireless backhaul bridges embedded within a set of bollards external to the bollard. A wireless AP receives the Internet connection from the PoE switch. The AP includes a first Wi-Fi router to provide the wireless connectivity, using the Internet connection, to a first set of client devices, and a second Wi-Fi router to provide the wireless connectivity, using the Internet connection, to a second set of client devices.
An unlicensed access point is configured to identify its location and to determine licensed 6 GHz users near that location. The access point periodically generates a beacon frame including a request for location information. Client devices within range of the beacon frame provide their location information to the access point. The access point access point uses the location information gathered from client devices to determine its own location. The access point communicates with a central database containing information on registered licenses within the 6 GHz communication band at the location determined from the client devices. The access point then selects a communication channel within the 6 GHz band that does not conflict with any licensed users in the area, and provides Wi-Fi communication over the selected channel.
Introduced here are approaches to improving the coverage of mesh networks that involve repurposing consumer electronic devices as nodes. By repurposing consumer electronic devices that are configured for a Wi-Fi wireless network protocol, the “dead spot” issue that plagues traditional wireless networks can be addressed at minimal cost.
A multi-band network node has selectable backhaul/fronthaul configurations. Network nodes provide multi-band operation to take advantage of higher Internet speeds and to support lower latency (>2 Gbps, <4 ms latency) applications. A greater Wi-Fi device count (capacity) is supported by implementing communication over additional bands. Increased bandwidth is made available between connected nodes by selectively combining backhaul throughputs. Hardware quality-of-service (QoS) is provided by splitting traffic flows for low latency and data applications. Network coverage is extended by dynamic assignment of backhaul connections and by configuring unused backhauls as fronthauls.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Computer hardware, namely, wireless network range extenders,
network hubs, routers, wireless access point devices;
computer software for monitoring and controlling traffic in
a computer network; network routers; wireless routers;
software for network management for wireless routers.
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IEEE 802.11 communication utilizing carrier specific interference mitigation
Wireless communication under IEEE 802.11 standards utilizing carrier specific interference mitigation where an AP or UE employs an ultra-wideband tuner to evaluate available spectrum between several communication bands. Rather than being constrained to communicate in a single communication band, the AP and UEs may utilize more than one communication band to communicate with one another. In doing so, the AP and UE search across several bands and measure interference on a carrier-by-carrier basis across those bands. Either of the AP and UE may select a cluster of carriers for communication, where the cluster of carriers may comprise 1) contiguous carriers in a single sub-channel, 2) contiguous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel, 3) discontinuous carriers in a single sub-channel, or 4) discontinuous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel. The mapping between a cluster and its carriers can be fixed or reconfigurable.
H04W 40/22 - Communication route or path selection, e.g. power-based or shortest path routing using selective relaying for reaching a BTS [Base Transceiver Station] or an access point
H04W 72/541 - Allocation or scheduling criteria for wireless resources based on quality criteria using the level of interference
Introduced here are technologies for securely booting a network access device or a satellite device. A network-accessible server system may receive a boot request that includes a boot certificate to identify the network access device. The network-accessible server system may determine that the boot certificate corresponds with a verified boot certificate listed on a boot certificate registry. The network-accessible server system may determine that a geographical location of the network access device and a user electronic application executing on an electronic device are within a predetermined range. The network-accessible server system may distribute a digital certificate to the network access device based on determining that the boot certificate corresponds with any verified boot certificate listed on the boot certificate registry and determining that the geographical location of the network access device and the user electronic application executing on the electronic device are within the predetermined range.
G06F 21/57 - Certifying or maintaining trusted computer platforms, e.g. secure boots or power-downs, version controls, system software checks, secure updates or assessing vulnerabilities
H04L 9/32 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols including means for verifying the identity or authority of a user of the system
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
H04L 41/0816 - Configuration setting characterised by the conditions triggering a change of settings the condition being an adaptation, e.g. in response to network events
The disclosed method is performed by a cloud system for changing a registration of a network access device. The method includes initiating a change of a registration of a network access device. The registration is stored at a cloud system and indicates ownership of the network access device by a first user. The method further includes receiving an authorization from the first user to dissociate the ownership of the network access device by the first user, and receiving an indication of a physical reset occurring locally at the network access device. The physical reset allows the first user to dissociate the ownership of the network access device. The method further includes, upon receiving both the authorization by the first user and the indication of the physical reset, releasing the ownership by the first user of the network access device at the cloud system.
G06F 21/57 - Certifying or maintaining trusted computer platforms, e.g. secure boots or power-downs, version controls, system software checks, secure updates or assessing vulnerabilities
H04L 9/32 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols including means for verifying the identity or authority of a user of the system
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
H04L 41/0816 - Configuration setting characterised by the conditions triggering a change of settings the condition being an adaptation, e.g. in response to network events
In various aspects, code-based indicia contain secured network access credentials. In some aspects, a computer processor receives user input that specifies secured network access credentials, and the computer processor creates or modifies credentials for establishing a secured network connection. In these aspects, the computer processor generates code-based indicia that contain at least part of the secured network access credentials. In other aspects, a computer processor scans the code-based indicia and extracts the network access credentials. In these aspects, the computer processor employs the network access credentials to establish the secured network connection. In additional aspects, a network router apparatus renders the code-based indicia to an active display. In further aspects, a network router apparatus conditions grant of network access to a device on receipt from the device of an answer to a security question included in the secured network access credentials.
G06F 21/00 - Security arrangements for protecting computers, components thereof, programs or data against unauthorised activity
G06F 21/42 - User authentication using separate channels for security data
G06F 21/45 - Structures or tools for the administration of authentication
G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
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System and method for interfacing with a display device
The present method and system provides for interacting with a display device including accessing an external content database having images stored therein, and storing a plurality of the images to a local memory device associated with the display device. The method and system includes displaying a user interface screen on the output display of the display device and detecting, via at least one of a plurality environmental sensors, a user gesture external to the display device, the user gesture engaging in a commercial transaction relating to the display of at least one of the plurality of images on the output display. The method and system includes accessing a financial services processing system, verifying user acknowledgement of the commercial transaction, and updating the output display based on the interface command.
H04N 1/00 - Scanning, transmission or reproduction of documents or the like, e.g. facsimile transmissionDetails thereof
G06F 3/0482 - Interaction with lists of selectable items, e.g. menus
G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
G06Q 20/40 - Authorisation, e.g. identification of payer or payee, verification of customer or shop credentialsReview and approval of payers, e.g. check of credit lines or negative lists
G06F 3/04817 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] based on specific properties of the displayed interaction object or a metaphor-based environment, e.g. interaction with desktop elements like windows or icons, or assisted by a cursor's changing behaviour or appearance using icons
G06F 3/04883 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures for inputting data by handwriting, e.g. gesture or text
G06Q 50/00 - Information and communication technology [ICT] specially adapted for implementation of business processes of specific business sectors, e.g. utilities or tourism
G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
G06V 20/30 - ScenesScene-specific elements in albums, collections or shared content, e.g. social network photos or video
G06V 40/20 - Movements or behaviour, e.g. gesture recognition
Methods, apparatuses, and embodiments related to wireless communication in an environment with electromagnetic interference. In some embodiments, during an initial interconnection setup between a transmitting wireless local area network (WLAN) and a receiving WLAN device, and a first frame or packet is wirelessly transmitted or received by the wireless device. An electromagnetic signal from nearby devices that interferes with wireless transmission is detected. Based on the detection of the wireless transmission interference, the wireless communication parameter is changed to increase communication throughput, and a second frame or packet is wirelessly transmitted or received.
Wireless communication under IEEE 802.11 standards utilizing carrier specific interference mitigation where an AP or UE employs an ultra-wideband tuner to evaluate available spectrum between several communication bands. Rather than being constrained to communicate in a single communication band, the AP and UEs may utilize more than one communication band to communicate with one another. In doing so, the AP and UE search across several bands and measure interference on a carrier-by-carrier basis across those bands. Either of the AP and UE may select a cluster of carriers for communication, where the cluster of carriers may comprise 1) contiguous carriers in a single sub-channel, 2) contiguous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel, 3) discontinuous carriers in a single sub-channel, or 4) discontinuous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel. The mapping between a cluster and its carriers can be fixed or reconfigurable.
H04W 40/22 - Communication route or path selection, e.g. power-based or shortest path routing using selective relaying for reaching a BTS [Base Transceiver Station] or an access point
A passive cooling device is disclosed for use with a speaker integrated electronic device. Also disclosed is a method of using the device for generating passive cooling and increasing the sound output by the speaker integrated electronic device when outputting low frequency sound. The electronic device has an internal housing in which the speaker is located with a diaphragm extending through a void in the housing wall. The internal housing also has an air flow channel in fluid communication with the housing interior and an outlet adjacent an electronic component. Movement of the diaphragm directs moving air through the channel to reduce the operating temperature of the electronic component during speaker activation, while air movement in the internal housing increase the sound output by the speaker integrated electronic device.
H04R 9/02 - Transducers of moving-coil, moving-strip, or moving-wire type Details
H04R 1/28 - Transducer mountings or enclosures designed for specific frequency responseTransducer enclosures modified by provision of mechanical or acoustic impedances, e.g. resonator, damping means
Introduced here are technologies for securely booting a network access device or a satellite device. A network-accessible server system may receive a boot request that includes a boot certificate to identify the network access device. The network-accessible server system may determine that the boot certificate corresponds with a verified boot certificate listed on a boot certificate registry. The network-accessible server system may determine that a geographical location of the network access device and a mobile application executing on an electronic device are within a predetermined range. The network-accessible server system may distribute a digital certificate to the network access device based on determining that the boot certificate corresponds with any verified boot certificate listed on the boot certificate registry and determining that the geographical location of the network access device and the mobile application executing on the electronic device are within the predetermined range.
G06F 21/57 - Certifying or maintaining trusted computer platforms, e.g. secure boots or power-downs, version controls, system software checks, secure updates or assessing vulnerabilities
H04L 9/32 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols including means for verifying the identity or authority of a user of the system
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
H04L 12/24 - Arrangements for maintenance or administration
H04L 29/06 - Communication control; Communication processing characterised by a protocol
H04L 29/08 - Transmission control procedure, e.g. data link level control procedure
H04W 60/00 - Affiliation to network, e.g. registrationTerminating affiliation with the network, e.g. de-registration
The disclosed embodiments include a method performed by a cloud system for changing a registration of a network access device. The method includes initiating a change of a registration of a network access device. The registration is stored at a cloud system and indicates ownership of the network access device by a first user. The method further includes receiving an authorization from the first user to dissociate the ownership of the network access device by the first user, and receiving an indication of a physical reset occurring locally at the network access device. The physical reset allows the first user to dissociate the ownership of the network access device. The method further includes, upon receiving both the authorization by the first user and the indication of the physical reset, releasing the ownership by the first user of the network access device at the cloud system.
G06F 21/57 - Certifying or maintaining trusted computer platforms, e.g. secure boots or power-downs, version controls, system software checks, secure updates or assessing vulnerabilities
H04L 9/32 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols including means for verifying the identity or authority of a user of the system
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
H04L 12/24 - Arrangements for maintenance or administration
H04L 29/06 - Communication control; Communication processing characterised by a protocol
H04L 29/08 - Transmission control procedure, e.g. data link level control procedure
H04W 60/00 - Affiliation to network, e.g. registrationTerminating affiliation with the network, e.g. de-registration
Introduced here are technologies for securely booting a network access device or a satellite device. A network-accessible server system may receive a boot request that includes a boot certificate to identify the network access device. The network-accessible server system may determine that the boot certificate corresponds with a verified boot certificate listed on a boot certificate registry. The network-accessible server system may determine that a geographical location of the network access device and a mobile application executing on an electronic device are within a predetermined range. The network-accessible server system may distribute a digital certificate to the network access device based on determining that the boot certificate corresponds with any verified boot certificate listed on the boot certificate registry and determining that the geographical location of the network access device and the mobile application executing on the electronic device are within the predetermined range.
G06F 15/177 - Initialisation or configuration control
G06F 21/57 - Certifying or maintaining trusted computer platforms, e.g. secure boots or power-downs, version controls, system software checks, secure updates or assessing vulnerabilities
H04L 9/32 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols including means for verifying the identity or authority of a user of the system
H04W 12/00 - Security arrangementsAuthenticationProtecting privacy or anonymity
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
The disclosed embodiments include a monitoring system. The monitoring system includes a wireless device and a holding structure. The wireless device includes communications circuitry that enables wireless communications of data obtained locally by the wireless device, and an antenna coupled to the communications circuitry and configured to radiate signals including information indicative of the obtained data. The holding structure includes an engagement member configured to detachably engage the wireless device, an attachment member configured to detachably attach the engaged wireless device to a surface of an object monitored by the wireless device, and an antenna enhancing structure disposed inside the holding structure and configured to mitigate interference by the surface of the object on the signals radiated by the antenna.
H01Q 1/24 - SupportsMounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles with receiving set
H01Q 19/02 - Combinations of primary active antenna elements and units with secondary devices, e.g. with quasi-optical devices, for giving the antenna a desired directional characteristic Details
H01Q 9/42 - Resonant antennas with feed to end of elongated active element, e.g. unipole with folded element, the folded parts being spaced apart a small fraction of the operating wavelength
H04W 4/70 - Services for machine-to-machine communication [M2M] or machine type communication [MTC]
Various embodiments are described herein that improve the signal reception and transmission capabilities of an access point by coupling an active antenna assembly to the access point. An active antenna assembly includes an antenna and at least one active component, such as a low-noise amplifier or a power amplifier. The active component can be connected to an antenna circuit board rather than the main circuit board of the access point, which is typically retained within an access point housing. By positioning the active component near the antenna, the active antenna assembly prevents degradation of signals received by the antenna. One or more coaxial cables can be used to connect the active component of the active antenna assembly to the main circuit board of the access point.
H04B 1/18 - Input circuits, e.g. for coupling to an antenna or a transmission line
H03H 11/34 - Networks for connecting several sources or loads working on different frequencies or frequency bands, to a common load or source
H03H 11/12 - Frequency selective two-port networks using amplifiers with feedback
H04B 1/48 - Transmit/receive switching in circuits for connecting transmitter and receiver to a common transmission path, e.g. by energy of transmitter
A system and method provides for adjusting an output display on a display device including receiving a plurality of images representing visual artworks from a networked data storage location and storing the plurality of images in a local memory device. In a stationary picture frame, the method and system includes detecting at least one ambient condition using an environmental sensor affixed to the stationary picture frame and analyzing the ambient condition to determine ambient condition factors. The method and system includes selecting one of the plurality of images from the local memory device, the selected image having content data and characteristic data and analyzing the characteristic data of the selected image. Thereby, the method and system provides for adjusting display settings on an output display of the stationary picture frame displaying the content data of the selected image on the output display.
G09G 5/02 - Control arrangements or circuits for visual indicators common to cathode-ray tube indicators and other visual indicators characterised by the way in which colour is displayed
G06F 3/147 - Digital output to display device using display panels
A light transmission device includes body that extends between a generally planer lower rim that is configured to collect light from a light source, and an upper rim that is configured to emit the light. The upper rim may be elliptical and emit the light in a generally uninterrupted elliptical light emission pattern, even if the light is transmitted to the lower rim in a linear or other non-elliptical pattern. The light transmission device may be located within a wireless networking device with wireless antennas located between the lower and upper rims of the body.
F21K 9/23 - Retrofit light sources for lighting devices with a single fitting for each light source, e.g. for substitution of incandescent lamps with bayonet or threaded fittings
F21K 9/237 - Details of housings or cases, i.e. the parts between the light-generating element and the basesArrangement of components within housings or cases
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
F21K 9/238 - Arrangement or mounting of circuit elements integrated in the light source
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System and method for interfacing with a display device
The present method and system provides for interacting with a display device including accessing an external content database having images stored therein, and storing a plurality of the images to a local memory device associated with the display device and therein displaying one or more of the images on an output display. The method and system includes displaying a user interface screen on the output display of the display device and detecting, via at least one of a plurality environmental sensors, a user gesture external to the display device, the user gesture relating to gesture-based control of the display device. The method and system determines a gesture context value relating to the detected gesture and accesses a gesture library to retrieve an interface command. The method and system thus updates the output display of the at least one of the plurality of images based on the interface command.
H04N 1/00 - Scanning, transmission or reproduction of documents or the like, e.g. facsimile transmissionDetails thereof
G06F 3/0482 - Interaction with lists of selectable items, e.g. menus
G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
G06Q 20/40 - Authorisation, e.g. identification of payer or payee, verification of customer or shop credentialsReview and approval of payers, e.g. check of credit lines or negative lists
G06F 3/0481 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] based on specific properties of the displayed interaction object or a metaphor-based environment, e.g. interaction with desktop elements like windows or icons, or assisted by a cursor's changing behaviour or appearance
G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
G06F 3/0488 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures
G06Q 50/00 - Information and communication technology [ICT] specially adapted for implementation of business processes of specific business sectors, e.g. utilities or tourism
G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
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Wireless router or residential gateway capable of distinguishing power-sensitive wireless sensors and providing separate treatment thereto
Techniques are disclosed for a wireless router or residential gateway to distinguish power-sensitive wireless sensors and provide separate treatments thereto for low power consumption connections. In some embodiments, a network device includes a wireless network circuit, and control circuitry coupled to the network circuit and configured to, upon receipt of a request of connection from a client, identify whether the client is power-sensitive. The network device can further cause, if the client is identified as power-sensitive, the power-sensitive client to connect using a low-power connection while maintaining a regular connection to other regular clients. The low-power connection can be operated on a first channel different from but in a same frequency band as a second channel on which the regular connection is operated.
rd Generation (3G) communication protocol to a LTE wireless communication network, thereby enabling user devices that do not have sufficient signal strength for directly coupling to the LTE wireless communication network to nevertheless access such wireless communication systems and methods via a bridging system.
Wireless communication under IEEE 802.11 standards utilizing carrier specific interference mitigation where an AP or UE employs an ultra-wideband tuner to evaluate available spectrum between several communication bands. Rather than being constrained to communicate in a single communication band, the AP and UEs may utilize more than one communication band to communicate with one another. In doing so, the AP and UE search across several bands and measure interference on a carrier-by-carrier basis across those bands. Either of the AP and UE may select a cluster of carriers for communication, where the cluster of carriers may comprise 1) contiguous carriers in a single sub-channel, 2) contiguous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel, 3) discontinuous carriers in a single sub-channel, or 4) discontinuous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel. The mapping between a cluster and its carriers can be fixed or reconfigurable.
H04W 40/22 - Communication route or path selection, e.g. power-based or shortest path routing using selective relaying for reaching a BTS [Base Transceiver Station] or an access point
In various aspects, code-based indicia contain secured network access credentials. In some aspects, a computer processor receives user input that specifies secured network access credentials, and the computer processor creates or modifies credentials for establishing a secured network connection. In these aspects, the computer processor generates code-based indicia that contain at least part of the secured network access credentials. In other aspects, a computer processor scans the code-based indicia and extracts the network access credentials. In these aspects, the computer processor employs the network access credentials to establish the secured network connection. In additional aspects, a network router apparatus renders the code-based indicia to an active display. In further aspects, a network router apparatus conditions grant of network access to a device on receipt from the device of an answer to a security question included in the secured network access credentials.
H04L 29/06 - Communication control; Communication processing characterised by a protocol
G06F 21/42 - User authentication using separate channels for security data
G06F 21/45 - Structures or tools for the administration of authentication
G06F 21/00 - Security arrangements for protecting computers, components thereof, programs or data against unauthorised activity
G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
42.
IEEE 802.11 communication utilizing carrier specific interference mitigation
Wireless communication under IEEE 802.11 standards utilizing carrier specific interference mitigation where an AP or UE employs an ultra-wideband tuner to evaluate available spectrum between several communication bands. Rather than being constrained to communicate in a single communication band, the AP and UEs may utilize more than one communication band to communicate with one another. In doing so, the AP and UE search across several bands and measure interference on a carrier-by-carrier basis across those bands. Either of the AP and UE may select a cluster of carriers for communication, where the cluster of carriers may comprise 1) contiguous carriers in a single sub-channel, 2) contiguous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel, 3) discontinuous carriers in a single sub-channel, or 4) discontinuous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel. The mapping between a cluster and its carriers can be fixed or reconfigurable.
H04W 40/22 - Communication route or path selection, e.g. power-based or shortest path routing using selective relaying for reaching a BTS [Base Transceiver Station] or an access point
The disclosed embodiments include a method performed by network node(s) of a multi-band wireless network. The method includes wirelessly interconnecting network nodes to collectively form the multi-band wireless network configured to provide network access to a client node connected to any of the network nodes. The method further includes establishing a control plane protocol that enables wireless communications of control plane data embedded in periodic frame(s) communicated by the network nodes, and managing the multi-band wireless network by wirelessly communicating the periodic frame(s) between the network nodes in accordance with the control plane protocol.
H04W 4/06 - Selective distribution of broadcast services, e.g. multimedia broadcast multicast service [MBMS]Services to user groupsOne-way selective calling services
H04L 29/12 - Arrangements, apparatus, circuits or systems, not covered by a single one of groups characterised by the data terminal
H04L 29/08 - Transmission control procedure, e.g. data link level control procedure
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
Systems and methods are introduced for managing a multi-band wireless networking system using a robust control plane. In an embodiment, multiple wireless networking devices are interconnected via a dedicated wireless backhaul to collectively form a single multi-band wireless network providing broad coverage to a client device. The multi-band wireless networking system is managed by wirelessly communicating control information between the multiple wireless networking devices over the control plane in a robust manner that guarantees delivery while minimizing latency. Example techniques for achieving this robust transfer of information include use of robust data rates, use of multiple backhaul channels, use of hybrid Automatic Repeat Request (ARQ), use of dedicated control channels, use of alternative transport protocols, and implementation of distributed router functionality.
H04W 4/06 - Selective distribution of broadcast services, e.g. multimedia broadcast multicast service [MBMS]Services to user groupsOne-way selective calling services
H04L 29/12 - Arrangements, apparatus, circuits or systems, not covered by a single one of groups characterised by the data terminal
H04L 29/08 - Transmission control procedure, e.g. data link level control procedure
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
Disclosed is an access point (AP) for a network that includes security features for interacting with devices on the network. The other devices on the network may be other APs, client devices, or a backend configuration server. The access point includes a private key that is used to verify signals to and from (the private key may be different for different functions). In the case of other APs, the private key is used to verify control signals sent between the APs to identify and prevent a hijacked AP from taking control of the network by sending false control signals. In the case of a client device, the client device may use the subject AP's private key to identify that the subject AP is a trusted member of the network that may receive data. In the case of the backend server, the subject AP may verify configuration updates via use of the private key to prevent loading of malicious firmware.
H04W 4/06 - Selective distribution of broadcast services, e.g. multimedia broadcast multicast service [MBMS]Services to user groupsOne-way selective calling services
H04L 29/12 - Arrangements, apparatus, circuits or systems, not covered by a single one of groups characterised by the data terminal
H04L 29/08 - Transmission control procedure, e.g. data link level control procedure
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
Layer 2 refers to the Data Link layer of the commonly-referenced multilayered communication model, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI). The Data Link layer is concerned with moving data across the physical links in the network. Embodiments of the invention provide a Layer 2 and management modification to provide and maintain an accurate network map. Embodiments of the invention modify Layer 2 functionality to work with a multi-AP system without central management or with central management, and modify management frames to quickly update the network map when the client roams or when topology changes.
H04W 4/06 - Selective distribution of broadcast services, e.g. multimedia broadcast multicast service [MBMS]Services to user groupsOne-way selective calling services
H04L 29/12 - Arrangements, apparatus, circuits or systems, not covered by a single one of groups characterised by the data terminal
H04L 29/08 - Transmission control procedure, e.g. data link level control procedure
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
Systems and methods for controlling the transmit power and the receive sensitivity of an access point for achieving symmetric link balancing is described. When an access point operates with symmetric link performance, the access point does not inefficiently use available bandwidth for transmitting or re-transmitting to a client station that cannot communicate with the access point. Moreover, the access point does not back off transmissions due to activity of neighboring basic service sets when not needed. The receive sensitivity can be controlled using a hardware attenuator or software commands that adjust a programmable gain in a wireless local area network chipset used by the access point, or it can be controlled using adjustable levels in the software for processing or responding to packets.
H04W 52/28 - TPC being performed according to specific parameters using user profile, e.g. mobile speed, priority or network state, e.g. standby, idle or non-transmission
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Software application for use with network routers, namely, an application for updating router firmware, configuring router settings, monitoring internet connectivity, monitoring connected devices, displaying applications available for download, resetting routers to factory settings, and accessing technical support for routers; Computer hardware; wireless network adaptors; wireless range extenders; wireless antennas; wireless controllers; wireless mobile broadband hardware; data storage devices; modems; power line Ethernet adapters; network security hardware; VPN (virtual private network) hardware; VPN (virtual private network) operating software; network management software; SSL (secure socket layer) VPN (virtual private network) connectors; VPN (virtual private network) firewalls; embedded multimedia terminal adaptors; DSL, Ethernet, and cable gateways; network video recorders; video monitoring systems; computer back-up and storage hardware; computer hardware for sharing electronic data files among networked devices; computer storage device for back-up, storage, and access of electronic data through local and remote computer networks; computer data sharing software; USB (Universal Serial Bus) hardware; USB (Universal Serial Bus) operating software; computer hardware that forms connections for the transfer of electronic data among external hard drives, modems and routers; computer software that enables electronic data stored on a hard drive to be shared simultaneously with multiple computers in a network; computer software for the transfer of electronic data among hard drives, modems and routers; RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) controllers; consumer electronics, namely, hardware, namely, a combination receiver and player for in-home reception, display and playing of video, still images, photographs, graphics, audio, and text from a global computer network, a local area network, a wireless communications network, a digital camera, or from a digital storage device; computer software for managing and operating computer and communications hardware over electronic, optical, or wireless communications networks; adaptors for the reception of wireless signals broadcast from a computer that enables computer screen images to be displayed on the screen of a remote monitor or television to which the adaptor is attached; computer software to monitor internet, wireless and PC connectivity status; computer software to diagnose and repair network connectivity problems; computer software that facilitates access to and modification of SSID (service set identifier) and security of routers; computer software to facilitate firmware upgrades; computer software that facilitates remote access of computer systems by technical support technicians to help debug problems; computer software to implement and adjust parental control over children's internet access; computer network security software, computer hardware in the fields of security monitoring, access control, information flow control, and facilitating computer connections for electronic and optical communications networks; computer software for operating modems and for upgrading and enhancing various operations and functions of modems; computer application software for mobile devices, namely, software for managing and monitoring routers, file sharing, accessing digital files from a remote storage device, remotely controlling a media player, and remotely viewing images from a networked video camera; telecommunications software for internet connectivity and management and monitoring of wireless connections; telecommunications software for use with computer modems and PC cards to allow access to the Internet between fixed electronic devices and remote electronic devices; a camera system comprising cameras that communicate control and image data using network communication protocols; a camera system comprising video cameras that communicate control and video data using network communication protocols; security cameras; computer application software for mobile phones and other wireless devices, namely, software for use in recording, viewing, storing, sharing and analyzing online audio and video; computer software for use as an application programming interface (API); sensors; electronic sensors for motion, humidity, temperature, and light; computer hardware for IP video surveillance; infrared cameras; video cameras; portable electronic device that provides wireless internet access for wireless internet enabled devices; computer hardware, namely, a device for remotely accessing digital files, data backup and storage devices, data storage systems, and home computer networks; computer hardware, namely, a media server; computer hardware for use in setting up and configuring computer networks; portable electronic devices, namely, computer peripherals for wireless telecommunications and data networking for transporting and aggregating voice, data and video communications across multiple network infrastructures; software that enables a mobile device to serve as a controller for audio/video players; software that enables a mobile device to identity audio and video content in a computer network; software that enables the streaming of audio and video content from one device to another within a computer network; computer hardware, namely, wireless network range extenders, network hubs, wireless access point devices; computer software for monitoring and controlling traffic in a computer network; downloadable software enabling users to remotely access their data storage hardware via a website; computer software for connecting computers, tablets, and mobile devices to a network-attached storage (NAS) device; software for synchronizing multiple computer, tablet, and/or mobile devices with a network-attached storage (NAS) device; computer software for connecting computers, tablets, and mobile devices to a remote storage device to share and access files and information; computer software for establishing and accessing virtual computing infrastructures, networking and storage; software for backup and synchronization of data files; software that allows wireless controllers to discover access points; and computer back-up and storage software; Computer programs for management and sharing of digital images and videos; computer software for controlling the operation of audio and video devices; computer software for communicating with users of hand-held computers; computer software for use in database management; computer software for creating searchable databases of information and data; computer software for controlling, organizing, and viewing digital images, photographs, and videos; computer software for processing and displaying digital images, photographs, and videos; computer software for wireless content delivery; computer software for providing a subscription-based order fulfillment service in connection with digital images, movies, TV shows, videos, and games; computer software for use in connection with digital picture frames and video streaming devices for use in the Internet of Things (IoT); computer software for displaying photographs and artwork in a large scale digital picture frame; downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for computers or other portable consumer electronic device for controlling home automation, personal information management, and accessing, browsing, and searching online databases of digital content; computer graphics software; computer operating software; computer screen saver software; computer search engine software; computer hardware; computer hardware and computer peripheral devices; wireless computer peripherals; computer hardware and software used for information and communication devices; computer hardware for upload, storage, retrieval, download, transmission and delivery of digital content; digital photo frames; digital photo frames for displaying digital pictures and videos; large scale digital picture frames for displaying photographs and artwork; interactive large-scale digital picture frame for displaying works of art; apparatus for transmission, reproduction or reprocessing of images, namely, digital photo frames for displaying digital pictures, video clips and music; computer touchscreens; light emitting diode (LED) displays; external computer hard drives; tablet computers; computer memory devices; computer memory modules; home automation control devices in the nature of computer hardware and software systems for controlling home automation; wireless communication devices for voice, data, or image transmission; data transmitter receivers; portable electronic devices for receiving and displaying digital images and photographs through wireless internet access; wireless controllers for digital picture frames and video streaming devices for use in the Internet of Things (IoT); Computers; computer software; telecommunications software; mobile apps; mobile and wireless communications devices; computer and telecommunications hardware, software and peripherals; video, communications, telecommunications, messaging, networking, computing, and data processing apparatus and equipment; computer databases; non-printed instructional material, manuals and warranty materials for the aforesaid goods; documents, data, multimedia, software and other information all being downloadable from a computer network or the internet; electronic or non-printed publications; podcasts and videocasts; downloadable information relating to networking; electronic publications; educational and instructional material downloadable from a computer network. Business consulting services to members of a reseller program; providing sales, marketing, training, and support resources to computer reseller partners; promoting the e-commerce websites of others by providing a website featuring links to consumer electronics retailers; Subscription-based order fulfillment services in the fields of digital images, movies, TV shows, videos, and games; subscription-based services for use in connection with digital photo frames; subscription-based services for use in connection with licensing of digital content; commercial administration of the licensing of the digital content of others; on-line retail store services featuring entertainment and educational content, namely, subscriptions to digital images, photographs, movies, and television shows; computerized on-line retail services featuring digital content, namely, subscriptions to digital images, photographs, movies, and television shows; online retail store services featuring downloadable visual content; Business consulting services; dissemination of business-related materials via the Internet; preparation of business reports from analysed data; collection of data from multiple sources and processing same; retrieval of business information by means of global computer networks; advertising, marketing and promotional services; providing consumer information in the field of routers, networks, wi-fi, mobile apps, software and computer hardware; promoting the goods and services of others by the provision of hypertext links to the web sites of others; Order fulfillment services; on-line retail store services connected with the sale of recorded entertainment and educational content, digital images, photographs, movies, and television shows; providing online marketplaces for sellers of goods and/or services. Providing an on-line forum for discussion of information technology, computer networking, computer hardware and software, and consumer electronics; wireless communication services, namely, providing prepaid wireless mobile device transmission of data by means of wireless networks; Telecommunications services; transmission of advertising and marketing communications via digital communications networks; providing electronic bulletin boards and online forums for transmission of messages and information among computer users; transmission of voice, data, graphics, images, signals, and messages by means of telephony, cable, digital, electronic, optical and satellite transmissions and communications networks, and providing wireless access and transactions across communications networks; telecommunications gateway services; electronic transmission of message and data; telecommunications consultation; operation of telecommunications equipment for others; telecommunication service provider services; data interchange services; multimedia communications; internet communications, and digital communications services; broadcast, transmission, and receipt of interactive and non-interactive audio, video, and digital signal, data, images, paging messages, facsimiles, and information; teleconferencing services; internet conferencing services; electronic mail services; professional consultancy in the field of telecommunications. Providing temporary use of non-downloadable software containing images of photographs and/or artworks for display on a large scale digital picture frame screen; Providing a website featuring information in the field of computer hardware, computer software, computer networks, and consumer electronics; technical support services, namely, troubleshooting in the nature of diagnosing computer hardware, computer software, and computer network problems; computer services, namely, providing a website featuring non-downloadable software that enables users to monitor and manage their data usage and network connectivity; providing a website featuring non-downloadable software that enables users to remotely access their data storage hardware; Consultancy, design, testing, research, technical support and information in the field of computer networking, computer back-up, the internet and world wide web, computing and website hosting; technical consultancy and information in the field of websites; design, creation, maintenance and hosting of websites or website portals; application service provider services; technical consultation and technical support services in the field of data communications, computer networking, communications, telecommunications, computer software and the Internet; hosting computer software applications for use by others; providing temporary use of online non-downloadable software; installation and maintenance of computer software; software writing services; compilation and updating of knowledge bases; technology troubleshooting services; monitoring of computer systems and networks for security purposes; security services relating to computerized data, computers and computer systems and computer networks; advisory, information and consultancy services relating to the security of computer systems and computer networks; protection of computer networks and computer systems against attacks from computer viruses, hackers, tampering, unauthorized intrusion and unauthorized manipulation of data.
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Network routers; computer software for anonymous transmission and delivery of information and data over the Internet. Providing virtual private network (VPN) services for others.
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Network routers; computer software for anonymous transmission and delivery of information and data over the Internet; computers; computer software; telecommunications software; mobile apps; mobile and wireless communications devices; computer and telecommunications hardware, software and peripherals; video, communications, telecommunications, messaging, networking, computing, and data processing apparatus and equipment; computer databases; non-printed instructional material, manuals and warranty materials for the aforesaid goods; documents, data, multimedia, software and other information all being downloadable from a computer network or the internet; electronic or non-printed publications; podcasts and videocasts; data storage devices; downloadable information relating to networking; electronic publications; educational and instructional material downloadable from a computer network. Providing virtual private network (VPN) services for others; telecommunications services; transmission of advertising and marketing communications via digital communications networks; providing electronic bulletin boards and online forums for transmission of messages and information among computer users; transmission of voice, data, graphics, images, signals, and messages by means of telephony, cable, digital, electronic, optical and satellite transmissions and communications networks, and providing wireless access and transactions across communications networks; telecommunications gateway services; electronic transmission of message and data; telecommunications consultation; operation of telecommunications equipment for others; telecommunication service provider services; data interchange services; multimedia communications; internet communications, and digital communications services; broadcast, transmission, and receipt of interactive and non-interactive audio, video, and digital signal, data, images, paging messages, facsimiles, and information; teleconferencing services; internet conferencing services; electronic mail services; professional consultancy in the field of virtual private networks.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
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Network routers; computer software for anonymous transmission and delivery of information and data over the Internet; computers; computer software; telecommunications software; mobile apps; mobile and wireless communications devices; computer and telecommunications hardware, software and peripherals; video, communications, telecommunications, messaging, networking, computing, and data processing apparatus and equipment; computer databases; non-printed instructional material, manuals and warranty materials for the aforesaid goods; documents, data, multimedia, software and other information all being downloadable from a computer network or the internet; electronic or non-printed publications; podcasts and videocasts; data storage devices; downloadable information relating to networking; electronic publications; educational and instructional material downloadable from a computer network. Providing virtual private network (VPN) services for others; telecommunications services; transmission of advertising and marketing communications via digital communications networks; providing electronic bulletin boards and online forums for transmission of messages and information among computer users; transmission of voice, data, graphics, images, signals, and messages by means of telephony, cable, digital, electronic, optical and satellite transmissions and communications networks, and providing wireless access and transactions across communications networks; telecommunications gateway services; electronic transmission of message and data; telecommunications consultation; operation of telecommunications equipment for others; telecommunication service provider services; data interchange services; multimedia communications; internet communications, and digital communications services; broadcast, transmission, and receipt of interactive and non-interactive audio, video, and digital signal, data, images, paging messages, facsimiles, and information; teleconferencing services; internet conferencing services; electronic mail services; professional consultancy in the field of virtual private networks.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
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Computer software, namely, operating system programs for router management services; computer software for interconnecting, establishing, managing, securing, monitoring, controlling, operating and troubleshooting router management protocols and infrastructure; computer software for routing, transmitting, processing, filtering, analyzing, securing, and storing data, video or voice traffic, packets, or other forms of communications; network management and security software for providing security functionality for routers in networks, such as providing firewall filters, access control, (VPN) virtual private networks, interoperability with router security protocols and protection against network intrusion and viruses; computers; computer software; telecommunications software; mobile apps; mobile and wireless communications devices; computer and telecommunications hardware, software and peripherals; video, communications, telecommunications, messaging, networking, computing, and data processing apparatus and equipment; computer databases; non-printed instructional material, manuals and warranty materials for the aforesaid goods; documents, data, multimedia, software and other information all being downloadable from a computer network or the internet; electronic or non-printed publications; podcasts and videocasts; data storage devices; downloadable information relating to networking; electronic publications; educational and instructional material downloadable from a computer network. Providing virtual private network (VPN) services for others; telecommunications services; transmission of advertising and marketing communications via digital communications networks; providing electronic bulletin boards and online forums for transmission of messages and information among computer users; transmission of voice, data, graphics, images, signals, and messages by means of telephony, cable, digital, electronic, optical and satellite transmissions and communications networks, and providing wireless access and transactions across communications networks; telecommunications gateway services; electronic transmission of message and data; telecommunications consultation; operation of telecommunications equipment for others; telecommunication service provider services; data interchange services; multimedia communications; internet communications, and digital communications services; broadcast, transmission, and receipt of interactive and non-interactive audio, video, and digital signal, data, images, paging messages, facsimiles, and information; teleconferencing services; internet conferencing services; electronic mail services; professional consultancy in the field of virtual private networks.
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(1) Network routers; computer software for anonymous transmission and delivery of video, still images, photographs, graphics, audio, and text over the Internet. (1) Providing virtual private network (VPN) services for others.
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(1) Computer software, namely, operating system programs for router management services; computer software for interconnecting, establishing, managing, securing, monitoring, controlling, operating and troubleshooting router management protocols and infrastructure; computer software for routing, transmitting, processing, filtering, analyzing, securing, and storing videos, emails and voice traffic in the form of audio files; network management and security software for providing security functionality for routers in networks, such as providing firewall filters, access control, (VPN) virtual private networks, interoperability with router security protocols and protection against network intrusion and viruses. (1) Providing virtual private network (VPN) services for others.
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(1) Network routers; computer software for use with network routers for anonymous transmission and delivery of real-time performance data of networked devices for the purposes of controlling and improving network connections and reducing network lag and latency in order to optimize the performance of networked devices in residential and commercial settings. (1) Providing virtual private network (VPN) services for others.
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(1) Software application for use with network routers, namely, an application for updating router firmware, configuring router settings, monitoring internet connectivity, monitoring connected devices, displaying applications available for download, resetting routers to factory settings, and accessing technical support for routers; Computer hardware; wireless computer network adaptors; wireless network range extenders; antennas for cellphones, tablets, smartphones, smart watches, internet of things (IoT) devices, computer peripherals, computer hardware, and handheld computers; wireless controllers to monitor and control the functioning of cellphones, tablets, smartphones, smart watches, internet of things (IoT) devices, computer peripherals, computer hardware, and handheld computers; wireless mobile broadband hardware, namely, network access server hardware; data storage devices in the nature of computer storage devices, namely, high-speed storage subsystems for storage and backup of electronic data either locally or via a telecommunications network; modems; power line Ethernet adapters; computer hardware for use in network security; VPN (virtual private network) hardware, namely, computer networking hardware; VPN (virtual private network) operating software; computer software for setting up, configuring and administration of local area networks; SSL (secure socket layer) VPN (virtual private network) encryption and connection software; VPN (virtual private network) computer software for the creation of firewalls; embedded multimedia terminal adaptors; DSL, Ethernet, and cable gateway routers in the nature of computer control hardware; network video recorders; video monitoring systems consisting primarily of a camera and video monitor for recording and transmitting images to a remote location; computer back-up and storage hardware; computer hardware for sharing electronic data files among networked devices; computer storage devices, namely, high-speed storage subsystems for back-up, storage, and access of electronic data through local and remote computer networks; computer software to enable peer-to-peer sharing of electronic data; USB (Universal Serial Bus) hardware, namely, USB cables, USB chargers, USB card reads and USB flash drives; USB (Universal Serial Bus) operating software; computer hardware that forms connections for the transfer of electronic data among external hard drives, modems and routers; computer software that enables electronic data stored on a hard drive to be shared simultaneously with multiple computers in a network; computer software for the transfer of electronic data among hard drives, modems and routers; RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) controllers; consumer electronics, namely, hardware, namely, a combination receiver and player for in-home reception, display and playing of video, still images, photographs, graphics, audio, and text from a global computer network, a local area network, a wireless communications network, a digital camera, and from a digital storage device, namely, computer network-attached storage hardware; computer software for managing and operating computer and communications hardware over electronic, optical, and wireless communications networks; computer network adaptors for the reception of wireless signals broadcast from a computer that enables computer screen images to be displayed on the screen of a remote monitor or television to which the adaptor is attached; computer software to monitor internet, wireless and PC connectivity status; computer software to diagnose and repair network connectivity problems; computer software that facilitates access to and modification of SSID (service set identifier) and security of routers; computer software to facilitate firmware upgrades; computer software that facilitates remote access of computer systems by technical support technicians to help debug problems; computer software to implement and adjust parental control over children's internet access; computer network security software, computer hardware in the fields of security monitoring, access control, information flow control, and facilitating computer connections for electronic and optical communications networks; computer software for operating modems and for upgrading and enhancing various operations and functions of modems; computer application software for mobile devices, namely, software for managing and monitoring routers, file sharing, accessing digital files from a remote storage device, remotely controlling a media player, and remotely viewing images from a networked video camera; telecommunications software for internet connectivity and management and monitoring of wireless connections; telecommunications software for use with computer modems and PC cards to allow access to the Internet between fixed electronic devices, namely, computers, laptop computers, tablets, smart phones, personal digital assistants and displays, namely televisions and remote electronic devices, namely, computers, laptop computers, tablets, smart phones, personal digital assistants and displays, namely televisions; a camera system comprising cameras that communicate control and image data using network communication protocols; a camera system comprising video cameras that communicate control and video data using network communication protocols; security cameras; computer application software for mobile phones and other wireless devices, namely, software for use in recording, viewing, storing, sharing and analyzing online audio and video; computer software for use as an application programming interface (API); sensors for measuring motion, humidity, temperature, and light, not for medical use; electronic sensors for motion, humidity, temperature, and light; computer hardware for IP video surveillance; infrared cameras; video cameras; portable electronic device that provides wireless internet access for wireless internet enabled devices, namely, computer hardware in the nature of wireless access point (WAP) devices; computer hardware, namely, a device for remotely accessing digital files, data backup and storage devices, data storage systems, and home computer networks; computer hardware, namely, a media server; computer hardware for use in setting up and configuring computer networks; portable electronic devices, namely, computer peripherals made up of transmitters, receivers, cameras and a network interface for wireless telecommunications and data networking for transporting and aggregating voice, data and video communications across multiple network infrastructures; software that enables a mobile device to serve as a controller for audio/video players; software that enables a mobile device to identify audio and video content in a computer network; software that enables the streaming of audio and video content from one device to another within a computer network; computer hardware, namely, wireless network range extenders, network hubs, wireless access point devices; computer software for monitoring and controlling traffic in a computer network; downloadable software enabling users to remotely access their data storage hardware via a website; computer software for connecting computers, tablets, and mobile devices to a network-attached storage (NAS) device; software for synchronizing multiple computer, tablet, and/or mobile devices with a network-attached storage (NAS) device; computer software for connecting computers, tablets, and mobile devices to a remote storage device to share and access electronic data files and stored performance information among networked devices; computer software for establishing and accessing virtual computing infrastructures, networking and storage; software for backup and synchronization of electronic data files among networked devices; software that allows wireless controllers to discover access points; computer software for data back-up and data storage; computer servers for data storage; computer hardware for data storage (1) Business management consulting services to members of a reseller program; providing consulting in the field of sales methods, sales management, and sales improvement to computer reseller partners; providing marketing services to computer reseller partners; providing business support staff services to computer reseller partners; promoting the e-commerce websites of others by providing a website featuring links to consumer electronics retailers
(2) Providing an on-line forum for discussion of information technology, computer networking, computer hardware and software, and consumer electronics; wireless communication services, namely, providing prepaid wireless mobile device transmission of video, still images, photographs, graphics, audio, and text by means of wireless networks
(3) Providing information in the field of computer hardware, computer software, computer networks, and consumer electronics via a website; technical support services, namely, troubleshooting in the nature of diagnosing computer hardware, computer software, and computer network problems; computer services, namely, providing access to a website featuring non-downloadable software that enables users to monitor and manage their data usage and network connectivity; providing access to a website featuring nondownloadable software that enables users to remotely access their data storage hardware
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(1) Network routers; computer software for anonymous transmission and delivery of video, still images, photographs, graphics, audio, and text over the Internet (1) Providing virtual private network (VPN) services for others
A sensor gateway manages wireless communications to sensors and the exchange of data between the sensors and a connection to the Internet. A sensor gateway processor runs the network and wireless stack, automatically picks the same channel as the home access point (AP), and runs sensor software to provide the sensors with low power, wireless support and deep sleep support. The sensor gateway selects same channel as the home AP by following the strongest beacon or by following the home AP service set identifier (SSID), in case more than one strong beacon is present. If the home AP and sensor gateway are placed close by and are on a different channel in 2.4G, there is destructive interference between the two devices. By using same channel on the sensor gateway as that of the home AP, both devices can coexist in same band without destructive interference.
The subject matter disclosed herein describes integrating an antenna with a connector shroud of an electronic device used for conducting diagnostics. By integrating the antenna with the connector shroud, the device can be made smaller while still allowing for effective communication of results wirelessly to a remote system. In implementations such as On-board Diagnostics (OBD) II for motor vehicles, this may allow the device to remain present in the vehicle, conveniently while driving, for continuous monitoring and diagnostic feedback to a remote system, by consuming the least amount of space which may be needed by the driver.
A wireless station implements a technique to reduce the occurrence of collisions between messages in a wireless network by dynamically modify a message interval during a communication session, based on received information indicative of beacon timing. The technique can be implemented by an access point on a wireless local area network to reduce collisions of beacon transmissions. The received information can include information indicative of beacon timing of other wireless stations, difficulty of a wireless station in receiving beacon transmissions, device capabilities, and/or other information.
Disclosed are improved antenna structures, systems, and methods of manufacturing. In an embodiment, low-cost internal 2G/5G antennas have flat metal dipole construction, which can include a stiffener. External embodiments include quad dipole antenna structures, with broadside or corner arrays. Isolated multi-band center or end-fed dipole antennas can include single-sided PCB or metal-only structures, for operation with at least two distinct frequencies, and can provide RF isolation, such as with an RF trap or a Balun system. Embodiments of non-DC path or pass-through dual band antennas feature trap structures, along with discrete or distributed matching, and can provide a DC feed path for LEDs. Low profile and flat vertically polarized omni-directional antennas, such as for operation at 915 MHz, include an open slot driven cavity. Stacked 2G/5G antenna structures provide axial symmetry between quadrants. Improved construction methods and antenna structures include enhanced thin metal components and low cost, crimp-only construction methods.
H01Q 5/335 - Individual or coupled radiating elements, each element being fed in an unspecified way using frequency dependent circuits or components, e.g. trap circuits or capacitors at the feed, e.g. for impedance matching
H01Q 9/28 - Conical, cylindrical, cage, strip, gauze or like elements having an extended radiating surface Elements comprising two conical surfaces having collinear axes and adjacent apices and fed by two-conductor transmission lines
H01Q 1/24 - SupportsMounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles with receiving set
H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
H01Q 5/15 - Resonant antennas for operation of centre-fed antennas comprising one or more collinear, substantially straight or elongated active elements
H01Q 1/52 - Means for reducing coupling between antennas Means for reducing coupling between an antenna and another structure
The disclosed methods and systems use artificial intelligence (Al) and machine learning (ML) technologies to model the usage and interference on each channel. For example, units of the system can measure channel interference regularly over the time of day on all radios. The interference information is communicated to the base unit or a cloud server for pattern analysis. Interference measurements include interference from units within the system as well as interference from nearby devices. The base unit or the cloud server can recognize the pattern of the interference. Further, connected devices have a number of network usage characteristics observed and modeled including bitrate, and network behavior. These characteristics are used to assign channels to connected devices.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
35 - Advertising and business services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
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providing an on-line forum for discussion of information technology, computer networking, computer hardware and software, and consumer electronics; wireless communication services, namely, providing prepaid wireless mobile device transmission of data by means of wireless networks software application for use with network routers, namely, an application for updating router firmware, configuring router settings, monitoring internet connectivity, monitoring connected devices, displaying applications available for download, resetting routers to factory settings, and accessing technical support for routers; Computer hardware; wireless computer network adaptors; computer hardware, namely, wireless network range extenders; wireless antennas; wireless controllers to monitor and control the functioning of other electronic devices; wireless mobile broadband computer hardware; data storage devices in the nature of computer storage devices, namely, high-speed storage subsystems for storage and backup of electronic data either locally or via a telecommunications network; modems; power line Ethernet adapters; computer hardware for use in network security; VPN (virtual private network) hardware; VPN (virtual private network) operating software; network management software; SSL (secure socket layer) VPN (virtual private network) encryption and connection software; VPN (virtual private network) computer software for the creation of firewalls; embedded multimedia terminal adapter plugs; DSL, Ethernet, and cable gateway routers in the nature of computer control hardware; network video recorders; video monitoring systems consisting primarily of a camera and video monitor for recording and transmitting images to a remote location; computer back-up and storage hardware; computer hardware for sharing electronic data files among networked devices; computer storage devices, namely, high-speed storage subsystems for back-up, storage, and access of electronic data through local and remote computer networks; computer data sharing software; USB (Universal Serial Bus) hardware; USB (Universal Serial Bus) operating software; computer hardware that forms connections for the transfer of electronic data among external hard drives, modems and routers; computer software that enables electronic data stored on a hard drive to be shared simultaneously with multiple computers in a network; computer software for the transfer of electronic data among hard drives, modems and routers; RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) controllers; consumer electronics, namely, hardware, namely, a combination receiver and player for in-home reception, display and playing of video, still images, photographs, graphics, audio, and text from a global computer network, a local area network, a wireless communications network, a digital camera, or from a digital storage device; computer software for managing and operating computer and communications hardware over electronic, optical, or wireless communications networks; adaptors for the reception of wireless signals broadcast from a computer that enables computer screen images to be displayed on the screen of a remote monitor or television to which the adaptor is attached; computer software to monitor internet, wireless and PC connectivity status; computer software to diagnose and repair network connectivity problems; computer software that facilitates access to and modification of SSID (service set identifier) and security of routers; computer software to facilitate firmware upgrades; computer software that facilitates remote access of computer systems by technical support technicians to help debug problems; computer software to implement and adjust parental control over children's internet access; computer network security software, computer hardware in the fields of security monitoring, access control, information flow control, and facilitating computer connections for electronic and optical communications networks; computer software for operating modems and for upgrading and enhancing various operations and functions of modems; computer application software for mobile devices, namely, software for managing and monitoring routers, file sharing, accessing digital files from a remote storage device, remotely controlling a media player, and remotely viewing images from a networked video camera; telecommunications software for internet connectivity and management and monitoring of wireless connections; telecommunications software for use with computer modems and PC cards to allow access to the Internet between fixed electronic devices and remote electronic devices; a camera system comprising cameras that communicate control and image data using network communication protocols; a camera system comprising video cameras that communicate control and video data using network communication protocols; security cameras; computer application software for mobile phones and other wireless devices, namely, software for use in recording, viewing, storing, sharing and analyzing online audio and video; computer software for use as an application programming interface (API); sensors for measuring motion, humidity, temperature, and light, not for medical use; electronic sensors for motion, humidity, temperature, and light; computer hardware for IP video surveillance; infrared cameras; video cameras; portable electronic device that provides wireless internet access for wireless internet enabled devices, namely, computer hardware in the nature of wireless access point (WAP) devices; computer hardware, namely, a device for remotely accessing digital files, data backup and storage devices, data storage systems, and home computer networks; computer hardware, namely, a media server; computer hardware for use in setting up and configuring computer networks; portable electronic devices, namely, computer peripherals for wireless telecommunications and data networking for transporting and aggregating voice, data and video communications across multiple network infrastructures; software that enables a mobile device to serve as a controller for audio/video players; software that enables a mobile device to identity audio and video content in a computer network; software that enables the streaming of audio and video content from one device to another within a computer network; computer hardware, namely, wireless network range extenders, network hubs, wireless access point devices; computer software for monitoring and controlling traffic in a computer network; downloadable software enabling users to remotely access their data storage hardware via a website; computer software for connecting computers, tablets, and mobile devices to a network-attached storage (NAS) device; software for synchronizing multiple computer, tablet, and/or mobile devices with a network-attached storage (NAS) device; computer software for connecting computers, tablets, and mobile devices to a remote storage device to share and access files and information; computer software for establishing and accessing virtual computing infrastructures, networking and storage; software for backup and synchronization of data files; software that allows wireless controllers to discover access points; computer back-up and storage hardware; and computer back-up and storage software business consulting services to members of a reseller program; providing consulting in the field of sales methods, sales management, and sales improvement to computer reseller partners; providing marketing services to computer reseller partners; providing business support staff services to computer reseller partners; promoting the e-commerce websites of others by providing a website featuring links to consumer electronics retailers providing a website featuring information in the field of computer hardware development, computer software development, design and configuration of computer networks, and troubleshooting in the nature of diagnosing problems with consumer electronics; technical support services, namely, troubleshooting in the nature of diagnosing computer hardware, computer software, and computer network problems; computer services, namely, providing a website featuring non-downloadable software that enables users to monitor and manage their data usage and network connectivity; providing a website featuring non-downloadable software that enables users to remotely access their data storage hardware
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
38 - Telecommunications services
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computer software, namely, operating system programs for router management services; computer software for interconnecting, establishing, managing, securing, monitoring, controlling, operating and troubleshooting router management protocols and infrastructure; computer software for routing, transmitting, processing, filtering, analyzing, securing, and storing data, video or voice traffic, packets, or other forms of communications; network management and security software for providing security functionality for routers in networks, such as providing firewall filters, access control, (VPN) virtual private networks, interoperability with router security protocols and protection against network intrusion and viruses providing virtual private network (VPN) services for others
A radio frequency front end module is provided for a high power capability and a high signal band selectivity. The front end module includes an external filter and an integrated circuit coupled with the external filter via two external filter leads. The integrated circuit includes a transmit-receive switch, a power amplifier and a low noise amplifier. The transmit-receive switch alternates between coupling an antenna port to a transmit port and coupling the antenna port to a receive port. The power amplifier amplifies a modulated radio frequency signal. The low noise amplifier amplifies a received radio frequency signal when the antenna port is coupled to the receive port. The external filter can be replaced to adapt to various requirements of signal frequency bands, without the need of modifying the layout of the integrated circuit.
H04B 1/48 - Transmit/receive switching in circuits for connecting transmitter and receiver to a common transmission path, e.g. by energy of transmitter
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Computer software for onboarding computer hardware and peripherals via a local computer network; computer software for configuring, monitoring, and managing a local area network and network devices; computer software for discovering devices on a local area network; computer software for firmware maintenance; computer software for wireless spectrum analysis; computer software for network speed testing, latency testing, IP address identification, and network topology determination; mobile apps; computer software; podcasts and videocasts; data storage devices; downloadable information relating to networking; electronic publications; educational and instructional material downloadable from a computer network; downloadable instruction manuals. Providing temporary use of non-downloadable software in the field of networking; platform as a services (PaaS); hosting platforms on the internet; programming of software for internet platforms; provision of non-downloadable instruction manuals relating to networking; providing an internet platform that provides an informational knowledgebase about computer networking; data storage; design, updating, maintenance and hosting of websites that provide knowledgebases relating to computer networking.
72.
Systems and methods for cable and WLAN coexistence
Various of the disclosed embodiments improve the operations of a combined access point/Cable modem. Though the access point component and the Cable modem component may perform operations in different spectrums, harmonics in the Cable spectrum may interfere with operations, e.g., in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz range, of the access point. Some embodiments implement a remediation and/or channel transition process for the access point following detection of Cable-related interference. During remediation, the device may, e.g., adjust the wireless power levels, EDCA backoff times, signal thresholds, etc. In some embodiments, if the remediation actions prove ineffective, the wireless peers may be relocated to a channel further from the interfering Cable harmonics. The determination to remediate or reallocate may be based on various contextual factors, e.g., the character of the peer devices and the applications being run.
H04W 52/36 - Transmission power control [TPC] using constraints in the total amount of available transmission power with a discrete range or set of values, e.g. step size, ramping or offsets
73.
Power management techniques for a power sensitive wireless device
Techniques are disclosed for reducing power consumption on a power sensitive wireless device, such as for example a digital wireless camera operating on a battery. According to some techniques, power can be reduced when a portable device is in close proximity to the power sensitive wireless device, such as when a person is home and the recording of video on a digital wireless security camera can be disarmed. Some techniques include filtering mechanisms, which reduce unnecessary information being transmitted to the wireless network circuit of the power sensitive wireless device. Other techniques include modifying or adapting IEEE 802.11 standards to achieve power reducing results such as for example reducing the number of times to wake up to receive the beacons. Also, improved synchronization techniques are implemented such as for example improved synchronization accuracy allows reducing the duration of the wake time for receiving the beacons.
Techniques are disclosed for reducing power consumption on a power sensitive wireless device, such as for example a digital wireless camera operating on a battery. According to some techniques, power can be reduced when a portable device is in close proximity to the power sensitive wireless device, such as when a person is home and the recording of video on a digital wireless security camera can be disarmed. Some techniques include filtering mechanisms, which reduce unnecessary information being transmitted to the wireless network circuit of the power sensitive wireless device. Other techniques include modifying or adapting IEEE 802.11 standards to achieve power reducing results such as for example reducing the number of times to wake up to receive the beacons. Also, improved synchronization techniques are implemented such as for example improved synchronization accuracy allows reducing the duration of the wake time for receiving the beacons.
rd Generation (3G) communication protocol to a LTE wireless communication network, thereby enabling user devices that do not have sufficient signal strength for directly coupling to the LTE wireless communication network to nevertheless access such wireless communication systems and methods via a bridging system.
Systems and methods for controlling the transmit power and the receive sensitivity of an access point for achieving symmetric link balancing is described. When an access point operates with symmetric link performance, the access point does not inefficiently use available bandwidth for transmitting or re-transmitting to a client station that cannot communicate with the access point. Moreover, the access point does not back off transmissions due to activity of neighboring basic service sets when not needed. The receive sensitivity can be controlled using a hardware attenuator or software commands that adjust a programmable gain in a wireless local area network chipset used by the access point, or it can be controlled using adjustable levels in the software for processing or responding to packets.
H04W 52/28 - TPC being performed according to specific parameters using user profile, e.g. mobile speed, priority or network state, e.g. standby, idle or non-transmission
In a repeater, a mechanism checks multiple parameters and makes repeater bandwidth, radio configuration, and ADC clock speed adjustments. multiple repeater parameters are checked and the repeater bandwidth is optimized based upon any of adjusting bandwidth based on best throughput; adjusting bandwidth based on Internet speed; adjusting mapping based on overlapping access points (106); adjusting bandwidth based on the client's range; adjusting ADC clock speed; adjusting transmit (TX) radio setting based on associated clients; adjusting receive (RX) radio setting based on associated clients; client type considerations; and adjusting CPU settings based on clients or backhaul. In embodiments, for example, bandwidth can be adjusted from 80 MHz to 40 MHz to 20 MHz or a smaller bandwidth, e.g. 5 MHz, for an 802.11ac/11ax/11ac device. For an 802.11n/a/b/g/ah device, bandwidth can adjusted using from 40 MHz to 20 MHz to a smaller bandwidth, e.g. 1 MHz, 2 MHz, or 5 MHz.
A network device test station (“TS”) is capable of simultaneously testing and verifying a group of routers and/or switches at the same time. The TS includes a user interface (“UI”), a test bed engine, and a TS manager. The UI facilitates interactive communication between TS and user via an interactive graphical representations showing, for example, test configurations and test results. The test bed engine uses a set of test beds to conduct tests on attached devices or routers which are also known as device under tests (“DUTs”) or unit under tests (“UUTs”). The TS manager is configured to provide a test environment with one or more emulated communication networks for verifying functionalities of every DUT.
Methods, apparatuses, and embodiments related to wireless communication in an environment with electromagnetic interference. In some embodiments, a wireless communication parameter of a wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, is set to a first value, and a first frame or packet is wirelessly transmitted or received by the wireless device. An electromagnetic signal that interferes with wireless transmission is detected. Based on the detection of the wireless transmission interference, the wireless communication parameter is set to a second value to increase communication throughput, and a second frame or packet is wirelessly transmitted or received.
Techniques are disclosed for a wireless router or residential gateway to distinguish power-sensitive wireless sensors and provide separate treatments thereto for low power consumption connections. In some embodiments, a network device includes a wireless network circuit, and control circuitry coupled to the network circuit and configured to, upon receipt of a request of connection from a client, identify whether the client is power-sensitive. The network device can further cause, if the client is identified as power-sensitive, the power-sensitive client to connect using a low-power connection while maintaining a regular connection to other regular clients. The low-power connection can be operated on a first channel different from but in a same frequency band as a second channel on which the regular connection is operated.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
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computer hardware, namely, wireless network range extenders, network hubs, routers, wireless access point devices; computer software for monitoring and controlling traffic in a computer network; network routers; wireless routers; software for network management for wireless routers
An embodiment of the invention provides a transmissive passive repeater having two or more antenna arrays, each array comprised of a plurality of antenna elements. Each antenna array has an associated region. An aperture is defined by the antenna arrays with which energy at respective antenna arrays passes between each of the regions. Another embodiment of the invention provides a reflective passive repeater having an aperture. Energy received at the aperture is reflected back from the aperture. The aperture is configured to provide a conformal mapping between two regions as determined by complex coupling by individual antenna elements.
H01Q 19/30 - Combinations of primary active antenna elements and units with secondary devices, e.g. with quasi-optical devices, for giving the antenna a desired directional characteristic using a secondary device in the form of two or more substantially straight conductive elements the primary active element being centre-fed and substantially straight, e.g. Yagi antenna
A dual band end fed dipole provides at least two distinct operating frequencies, e.g. 2.45 GHz and 5.5 GHz. Properties of the antenna include low cost to manufacture, e.g. ease of automation; minimal manual labor to manufacture, e.g. reliability; dual band operation; broad bandwidth; good feed line isolation; omnidirectional beam pattern; minimal vertical beam squint; small diameter; and high efficiency. Embodiments of the invention provide a dual band end fed dipole with a low band trap on the feed side that requires minimal manual labor to manufacture because the antenna is formed from a single flat sheet of metal and soldering is replaced with crimping. Minimal dielectric loading is also achieved.
H01Q 9/28 - Conical, cylindrical, cage, strip, gauze or like elements having an extended radiating surface Elements comprising two conical surfaces having collinear axes and adjacent apices and fed by two-conductor transmission lines
H01Q 5/15 - Resonant antennas for operation of centre-fed antennas comprising one or more collinear, substantially straight or elongated active elements
H01Q 1/24 - SupportsMounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles with receiving set
H01Q 9/16 - Resonant antennas with feed intermediate between the extremities of the antenna, e.g. centre-fed dipole
H01Q 9/22 - Rigid rod or equivalent tubular element or elements
H01Q 5/314 - Individual or coupled radiating elements, each element being fed in an unspecified way using frequency dependent circuits or components, e.g. trap circuits or capacitors
An electronic device and/or a method of sealing said device are configured for ease of installation and use. The electronic device has a housing having a recess, a cover concealing the recess and having walls extending circumferentially around the cover and having a channel formed in the outer surface thereof, and at least two through-holes formed through the channel, and an O-ring having a body with at least two tethers each of which passes through a respective hole in the cover.
Various of the disclosed embodiments concern efficiency improvements in wireless products. For example, some embodiments specify profiles for regional and custom-specified operational constraints. The profiles may be retrieved from across a network or stored locally upon the device. The profiles may specify various configuration adjustments that optimize the system's performance. For example, when possible, some embodiments may allow the system to operate at a lower power level and to thereby save energy. Various factors and conditions may be assessed in some embodiments prior to adjusting the existing power configuration.
Wireless communication under IEEE 802.11 standards utilizing carrier specific interference mitigation where an AP or UE employs an ultra-wideband tuner to evaluate available spectrum between several communication bands. Rather than being constrained to communicate in a single communication band, the AP and UEs may utilize more than one communication band to communicate with one another. In doing so, the AP and UE search across several bands and measure interference on a carrier-by-carrier basis across those bands. Either of the AP and UE may select a cluster of carriers for communication, where the cluster of carriers may comprise 1) contiguous carriers in a single sub-channel, 2) contiguous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel, 3) discontinuous carriers in a single sub-channel, or 4) discontinuous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel. The mapping between a cluster and its carriers can be fixed or reconfigurable.
Wireless communication under IEEE 802.11 standards utilizing carrier specific interference mitigation where an AP or UE employs an ultra-wideband tuner to evaluate available spectrum between several communication bands. Rather than being constrained to communicate in a single communication band, the AP and UEs may utilize more than one communication band to communicate with one another. In doing so, the AP and UE search across several bands and measure interference on a carrier-by-carrier basis across those bands. Either of the AP and UE may select a cluster of carriers for communication, where the cluster of carriers may comprise 1) contiguous carriers in a single sub-channel, 2) contiguous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel, 3) discontinuous carriers in a single sub-channel, or 4) discontinuous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel. The mapping between a cluster and its carriers can be fixed or reconfigurable.
H04W 40/22 - Communication route or path selection, e.g. power-based or shortest path routing using selective relaying for reaching a BTS [Base Transceiver Station] or an access point
Various embodiments are described herein that improve the signal reception and transmission capabilities of an access point by coupling an active antenna assembly to the access point. An active antenna assembly includes an antenna and at least one active component, such as a low-noise amplifier or a power amplifier. The active component can be connected to an antenna circuit board rather than the main circuit board of the access point, which is typically retained within an access point housing. By positioning the active component near the antenna, the active antenna assembly prevents degradation of signals received by the antenna. One or more coaxial cables can be used to connect the active component of the active antenna assembly to the main circuit board of the access point.
rd Generation (3G) communication protocol to a LTE wireless communication network, thereby enabling user devices that do not have sufficient signal strength for directly coupling to the LTE wireless communication network to nevertheless access such wireless communication systems and methods via a bridging system.
rdGeneration (3G) communication protocol to a LTE wireless communication network, thereby enabling user devices that do not have sufficient signal strength for directly coupling to the LTE wireless communication network to nevertheless access such wireless communication systems and methods via a bridging system.
Various embodiments disclose systems and methods for employing a Sub1G signal (e.g. a signal in the range of approximately 500 Mhz or 800 mHz) for use with internal and/or external components of various user devices. The Sub1G region may provide a path loss advantage over traditional 2.4 and 5 Ghz systems because of the lower frequency in free-space path loss model. Sub 1G may also present less interference compared to 2.4 GHz (e.g., better QoS for applications such as VOIP, Gaming, etc.). In some of the disclosed embodiments, Sub1G may be employed using current 2.4G or 5G Wireless LAN chipset with RF Up/Down Converters. In some embodiments, the Sub1G approach may be used to create a Long Range Bridge, Long Range Extender, Long Range Client, Long Range Hotspot, etc.
H04B 1/00 - Details of transmission systems, not covered by a single one of groups Details of transmission systems not characterised by the medium used for transmission
A network device and a method of use are configured for ease of installation and use. The network device has a housing on which is provided a plurality of ports. A power cord assembly has a body bearing a cord and a connector for mating with a power input. Depending on the orientation of the body relative to the housing, the connector can be connected to the power port in at least first and second positions in which the power cord extends in first and second directions that are offset from one another. The network device may be easily mounted to a base, which is attached to a mounting surface. The base allows the network device to be mounted horizontally, vertically, or at any desire angle, without the disadvantages of mounting a typical network device.
H01R 13/60 - Means for supporting coupling part when not engaged
H01R 13/502 - BasesCases composed of different pieces
H01R 43/26 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for engaging or disengaging the two parts of a coupling device
94.
Systems and methods for wireless link balancing in wireless networks
Systems and methods for controlling the transmit power and the receive sensitivity of an access point for achieving symmetric link balancing is described. When an access point operates with symmetric link performance, the access point does not inefficiently use available bandwidth for transmitting or re-transmitting to a client station that cannot communicate with the access point. Moreover, the access point does not back off transmissions due to activity of neighboring basic service sets when not needed. The receive sensitivity can be controlled using a hardware attenuator or software commands that adjust a programmable gain in a wireless local area network chipset used by the access point, or it can be controlled using adjustable levels in the software for processing or responding to packets.
H04W 52/28 - TPC being performed according to specific parameters using user profile, e.g. mobile speed, priority or network state, e.g. standby, idle or non-transmission
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Computer hardware, namely, wireless network range extenders,
network hubs, routers, wireless access point devices;
computer software for monitoring and controlling traffic in
a computer network; computer hardware, namely, smart-home
hubs for the connection of multiple smart-home devices to a
network; electronic devices for environmental monitoring,
home and business control, and home and business automation;
software for use in environmental monitoring, home and
business control, and home and business automation systems;
electronic devices and computer software that allow users to
remotely interact with environmental monitoring, home and
business control, and home and business automation systems;
electronic devices and computer software that allow the
sharing and transmission of data and information between
devices for the purposes of facilitating environmental
monitoring, home and business control, and home and business
automation; network routers; wireless routers; software for
wireless routers.
96.
IEEE 802.11 communication utilizing carrier specific interference mitigation
Wireless communication under IEEE 802.11 standards utilizing carrier specific interference mitigation where an AP or UE employs an ultra-wideband tuner to evaluate available spectrum between several communication bands. Rather than being constrained to communicate in a single communication band, the AP and UEs may utilize more than one communication band to communicate with one another. In doing so, the AP and UE search across several bands and measure interference on a carrier-by-carrier basis across those bands. Either of the AP and UE may select a cluster of carriers for communication, where the cluster of carriers may comprise 1) contiguous carriers in a single sub-channel, 2) contiguous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel, 3) discontinuous carriers in a single sub-channel, or 4) discontinuous carriers spanning across more than one sub-channel. The mapping between a cluster and its carriers can be fixed or reconfigurable.
H04W 40/22 - Communication route or path selection, e.g. power-based or shortest path routing using selective relaying for reaching a BTS [Base Transceiver Station] or an access point
A wireless station implements a technique to reduce the occurrence of collisions between messages in a wireless network by dynamically modify a message interval during a communication session, based on received information indicative of beacon timing. The technique can be implemented by an access point on a wireless local area network to reduce collisions of beacon transmissions. The received information can include information indicative of beacon timing of other wireless stations, difficulty of a wireless station in receiving beacon transmissions, device capabilities, and/or other information.
H04B 1/38 - Transceivers, i.e. devices in which transmitter and receiver form a structural unit and in which at least one part is used for functions of transmitting and receiving
H04W 40/24 - Connectivity information management, e.g. connectivity discovery or connectivity update
H04W 48/12 - Access restriction or access information delivery, e.g. discovery data delivery using downlink control channel
A method and apparatus discloses a tray configured to house a hard-disk drive (“HDD”) using at least one semi-flexible anchoring strip. An HDD assembly device, in one aspect, includes a tray, a U-shaped semi-flexible anchoring frame, and an HDD. The tray has a base, a front panel, a first side panel, and a second side panel, wherein the first side panel and the second side panel includes tracks along longitudinal edges of the first and the second side panels. The U-shaped semi-flexible anchoring frame includes a front piece, a first strip, and a second strip, wherein the first strip is configured to fit in the track of the first side panel allowing the first strip to slide along the track of the first side panel. The HDD has at least two mounting holes on each side and able to seat in the U-shaped semi-flexible anchoring frame.
Antenna designs are disclosed that exhibit both high bandwidth and efficiency. A first aspect of the invention concerns the form factor of the antenna; a second aspect of the invention concerns the ease with which the antenna is manufactured; and a third aspect concerns the superior performance exhibits by the antenna across a large bandwidth.
H01Q 9/28 - Conical, cylindrical, cage, strip, gauze or like elements having an extended radiating surface Elements comprising two conical surfaces having collinear axes and adjacent apices and fed by two-conductor transmission lines
H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
H01Q 1/36 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella
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(1) Computer hardware, namely, smart-home hubs for the connection of multiple smart-home devices to a network; electronic devices for environmental monitoring, home and business control, and home and business automation, namely, smart meters, namely, noise, light and movement meters for home and businesses, home and business automation electronic security devices and home and business automation systems in the nature of burglar and security alarms, smart lighting fixtures, smart thermostats, smart security cameras and security sensors, namely, motion sensors and optical sensors with built-in capability to connect to the internet for controlling light, sound, HVAC and home and business security systems; software for use in environmental monitoring, home and business control, and home and business automation systems, namely for controlling and managing smart meters for home and businesses, home and business automation electronic security devices and home and business automation systems in the nature of burglar and security alarms, smart lighting fixtures, smart thermostats, smart security cameras and security sensors, namely, motion sensors and optical sensors with built-in capability to connect to the internet for controlling light, sound, HVAC and home and business security systems; electronic devices and computer software that allow users to remotely interact with building environmental access and security systems, and home security systems , namely transmission and sharing of voice, video camera recordings and text messages between mobile phones and tablets to control and manage smart meters, namely, noise, light and movement meters for home and businesses, home and business automation electronic security devices and home and business automation systems in the nature of burglar and security alarms, smart lighting fixtures, smart thermostats, smart security cameras and security sensors, namely, motion sensors and optical sensors with built-in capability to connect to the internet for controlling light, sounds, HVAC and home and business security systems; electric and electronic video surveillance installations and computer software that allow the sharing and transmission of voice, video camera recordings and text messages between devices, namely, mobile phones and computers for the purposes of facilitating building environmental access and security systems, and home security systems, namely transmission and sharing of voice, video camera recordings and text messages between mobile phones and tablets to control and manage smart meters, namely, noise, light and movement meters for home and businesses, home and business automation electronic security devices and home and business automation systems in the nature of burglar and security alarms, smart lighting fixtures, smart thermostats, smart security cameras and security sensors, namely, motion sensors and optical sensors with built-in capability to connect to the internet for controlling light, sound, HVAC and home and business security systems; network routers; wireless routers; software for controlling and managing wireless network routers and wide area network (WAN) routers; computer hardware, namely, wireless network range extenders, network hubs, routers, wireless access point devices; computer software for monitoring and controlling traffic in a computer network
