Method and apparatus for locating communities over an ad-hoc mesh network

A mesh network, self-organizing technology, used in location-based services, network topology, data exchange networks, etc., can solve problems such as power consumption security and privacy hindering development.
CN102461218AInactive Publication Date: 2012-05-16NOKIA TECHNOLOGLES OY
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Current Assignee / Owner
NOKIA TECHNOLOGLES OY
Publication Date
2012-05-16
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Abstract

An approach is provided for locating communities over an ad-hoc mesh network. Community identifiers are used to locate communities and community members over an ad- hoc mesh network. The community identifiers are also associated with keys to authenticate members of the community and to protect the privacy and anonymity of information exchanged between the members.
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[0001] related application

[0002] This application claims priority to US Patent Application No. 12 / 475,356, filed May 29, 2009, and entitled "Method and Apparatus for Locating Communities over an Ad-Hoc Mesh Network," which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. Background technique

[0003] Wireless (eg, cellular) service providers and device manufacturers are constantly challenged to deliver value and convenience to consumers, eg, by offering attractive network services, applications and content. One area of ​​development is the use of communication networks and devices to automatically determine information and context about the local environment. However, technical challenges related to power consumption, signaling overhead, security and privacy have hindered such development. Contents of the invention

[0004] Therefore, there is a need for a method for effectively managing and locating community members for sharing information and associated context i...

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