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Self-healing data network and network node controller

  • US 5,113,398 A
  • Filed: 08/01/1989
  • Issued: 05/12/1992
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/01/1989
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A data network comprising:

  • a. a plurality of nodes asynchronously sending and receiving data signals,b. a first data pathway for connecting said nodes,c. a second data path for connecting said nodes,d. means located at each node for detecting a fault in either of said first or said second data pathways, such means operating independently of all other said nodes, ande. means located at each node for switching between said first and said second data pathways upon the detection of a fault, such means operating independently of all other said nodes.

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