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Method for Clustering Devices in Machine-to-Machine Networks to Minimize Collisions

  • US 20140304383A1
  • Filed: 04/03/2013
  • Published: 10/09/2014
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/03/2013
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method clustering nodes in a network, comprising the steps of:

  • determining, in each node, a cluster head capability (CHC);

    broadcasting, directly or indirectly, the CHC until all nodes have received the CHC'"'"'s;

    nominating, in each node, one or more candidate cluster heads based on the CHCs; and

    selecting, in each node, at least one cluster head from the candidate cluster head nodes based on maximal CHCs.

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