18453898. Multi-Access Point Association simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)

Multi-Access Point Association

Organization Name

Apple Inc.

Inventor(s)

Jarkko L. Kneckt of Los Gatos CA (US)

Jinjing Jiang of San Jose CA (US)

Yong Liu of Campbell CA (US)

Tianyu Wu of Fremont CA (US)

Lochan Verma of Danville CA (US)

Su Khiong Yong of Palo Alto CA (US)

Qi Wang of Sunnyvale CA (US)

Ahmad Reza Hedayat of Carlsbad CA (US)

Sidharth R. Thakur of San Jose CA (US)

Multi-Access Point Association - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18453898 titled 'Multi-Access Point Association

Simplified Explanation

Methods for multi-access point association in a wireless local area network are disclosed in this patent application. This involves establishing a system where multiple access point wireless devices can work together, allowing other devices to join the network and form associations with multiple access points.

• Simplified Explanation:

 * Patent focuses on creating a network where multiple access points work together.
 * Devices can join this network and connect to multiple access points simultaneously.

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1. 1. 1. Potential Applications of this Technology

• Improved network coverage and reliability in large areas.
• Enhanced data transfer speeds and stability for connected devices.

1. 1. 1. Problems Solved by this Technology

• Addressing connectivity issues in areas with high user density.
• Ensuring seamless handoff between access points for mobile devices.

1. 1. 1. Benefits of this Technology

• Increased network efficiency and performance.
• Better overall user experience with consistent connectivity.

1. 1. 1. Potential Commercial Applications of this Technology
         1. Optimizing Wireless Networks for Large Venues

Original Abstract Submitted

This disclosure relates to methods for multi-access point association in a wireless local area network. Multiple access point wireless devices may establish a multi-access point system. Other access point wireless devices may subsequently join the multi-access point system. Non-access point wireless devices may form an association with the multi-access point system, which may include links with multiple different access point wireless devices in the multi-access point system.