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Method of allocating channel time, method of determining compatible links, and apparatus for processing data

  • US 8,483,171 B2
  • Filed: 04/02/2009
  • Issued: 07/09/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/02/2008
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for allocating channel time in a wireless network that includes a plurality of stations, the method comprising:

  • allocating channel time for at least one of the plurality of stations to transmit a beam for the purpose of determining link compatibility;

    receiving, during the time allocated for determining link compatibility, a feedback signal from at least one of the other plurality of stations, the feedback signal including information indicating whether the beam would interfere with the at least one other station; and

    allocating channel time for the at least one station to communicate data based on the feedback signal information.

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