公开(公告)号：US11968543B2

公开(公告)日：2024-04-23

申请号：US18131475

申请日：2023-04-06

Applicant: CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS OPERATING, LLC

Inventor： Don Gunasekara ,  Umamaheswar Kakinada ,  Ahmed Bencheikh ,  Shane Newberg

IPC: H04W16/10 ,  H04W16/14 ,  H04W36/00 ,  H04W36/16 ,  H04W36/22

CPC classification number: H04W16/14 ,  H04W16/10 ,  H04W36/0022 ,  H04W36/165 ,  H04W36/22

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for providing quasi-licensed spectrum access within an area or venue. In one embodiment, the quasi-licensed spectrum utilizes 3.5 GHz CBRS (Citizens Broadband Radio Service) spectrum allocated by a Federal or commercial SAS (Spectrum Access System) to a managed content delivery network that includes one or more wireless access nodes (e.g., CBSDs and APs) in data communication with a controller. In one variant, the controller dynamically allocates (i) spectrum within the area or venue within CBRS bands, and (ii) MSO users or subscribers to CBRS bands or WLAN (e.g., public ISM) bands in to manage interference between the coexisting networks, and maximize user experience. In another variant, the controller cooperates with a provisioning server to implement a client device application program or “app” on MSO user or subscriber client devices which enables inter-RAT access.

公开(公告)号：US11700030B2

公开(公告)日：2023-07-11

申请号：US17536875

申请日：2021-11-29

Applicant: Charter Communications Operating, LLC

Inventor： Umamaheswar Kakinada ,  Don Gunasekara ,  Ahmed Bencheikh ,  Shane Newberg

IPC: H04B1/71 ,  H04B1/7136 ,  H04B1/7176 ,  H04W76/15 ,  H04W16/14 ,  H04B1/715

CPC classification number: H04B1/7136 ,  H04B1/7176 ,  H04W16/14 ,  H04W76/15 ,  H04B2001/7154 ,  H04B2001/71362

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for providing quasi-licensed spectrum access within a prescribed area or venue, including to users or subscribers of one or more Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). In one embodiment, the quasi-licensed spectrum utilizes 3.5 GHz CBRS (Citizens Broadband Radio Service) spectrum allocated by a Federal or commercial SAS (Spectrum Access System) to a managed content delivery network that includes one or more wireless access nodes (e.g., CBSDs) in data communication with a controller, and the core(s) of the MNO network(s). In one variant, the controller dynamically allocates (i) spectrum within the area or venue within CBRS bands, and (ii) MNO “roaming” users or subscribers to CBRS bands (e.g., via extant LTE-TD technology). In one particular implementation, the managed network comprises a Multiple Systems Operator (MSO) network such as a cable or satellite network, and the MSO and MNO coordinate to implement user-specific and/or data-specific policies for the roaming MNO subscribers.

公开(公告)号：US20200329398A1

公开(公告)日：2020-10-15

申请号：US16859588

申请日：2020-04-27

Applicant: Charter Communications Operating, LLC

Inventor： Don Gunasekara ,  Venkata Ramana Divvi ,  Ahmed Bencheikh

IPC: H04W28/04 ,  H04W48/16 ,  H04W28/18 ,  H04W72/08 ,  H04W16/04 ,  H04W88/06 ,  H04W48/18 ,  H04W28/06

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for monitoring and controlling access to coexisting first and second networks within a venue. In one embodiment, the first network is a managed content delivery network that includes one or more wireless access points (APs) in data communication with a backend controller which communicates with a dedicated background scanner. The background scanner scans for coexisting networks within the venue, and reports this to the controller. In one variant, the controller dynamically adjusts transmit characteristics of the AP(s) to manage interference between the coexisting networks. In another variant, the controller causes the energy detect threshold of a client device to be lowered so that the device may detect WLAN signals in a scenario where a coexisting RAT (for example, LTE-U or LTE-LAA) occupies the same channel and/or frequency.

公开(公告)号：US20200228993A1

公开(公告)日：2020-07-16

申请号：US16741626

申请日：2020-01-13

Applicant: CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS OPERATING, LLC

Inventor： Don Gunasekara ,  Umamaheswar Kakinada ,  Ahmed Bencheikh ,  Shane Newberg

IPC: H04W16/14 ,  H04W36/16 ,  H04W36/00 ,  H04W16/10 ,  H04W36/22

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for providing quasi-licensed spectrum access within an area or venue. In one embodiment, the quasi-licensed spectrum utilizes 3.5 GHz CBRS (Citizens Broadband Radio Service) spectrum allocated by a Federal or commercial SAS (Spectrum Access System) to a managed content delivery network that includes one or more wireless access nodes (e.g., CSDs and APs) in data communication with a controller. In one variant, the controller dynamically allocates (i) spectrum within the area or venue within CBRS bands, and (ii) MSO users or subscribers to CBRS bands or WLAN (e.g., public ISM) bands in to manage interference between the coexisting networks, and maximize user experience. In another variant, the controller cooperates with a provisioning server to implement a client device application program or “app” on MSO user or subscriber client devices which enables inter-RAT access.

公开(公告)号：US10708845B2

公开(公告)日：2020-07-07

申请号：US16103662

申请日：2018-08-14

Applicant: CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS OPERATING, LLC

Inventor： Ahmed Bencheikh ,  Muhammad Gill ,  Haider H. Syed ,  Manoj K. Das ,  Perwaiz Akhtar ,  Vijay K. Mechineni

IPC: H04W40/22

Abstract: According to one configuration, an example communication system includes a primary wireless station, multiple candidate wireless stations, and a remote network. The primary wireless station is in communication with one or more of the multiple candidate wireless stations. During operation, when the primary wireless station needs to provide one or more communication devices access to a remote network, the primary wireless station monitors presence of the multiple candidate wireless stations. Each of the multiple candidate wireless stations is available to support a wireless backhaul link from the primary wireless station to a remote (such as a core) network. The primary wireless station is operable to select an appropriate candidate wireless station amongst the multiple candidate wireless stations. Via the selected candidate wireless station, the primary wireless station establishes a backhaul link to the remote network.

公开(公告)号：US10368255B2

公开(公告)日：2019-07-30

申请号：US15659021

申请日：2017-07-25

Applicant: CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS OPERATING, LLC

Inventor： Don Gunasekara ,  Venkata Ramana Divvi ,  Ahmed Bencheikh

IPC: H04W24/02 ,  H04B17/309 ,  H04B7/06 ,  H04W84/12 ,  H04B7/0413

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for monitoring and controlling access to coexisting first and second networks, such as within a venue. In one embodiment, the first network is a managed network that includes wireless access points (APs) in data communication with a backend controller, which communicates with a client process on a user device. The client process uses indigenous radio technology of the user device to scan for coexisting networks, and report results to the controller. In one variant, the controller dynamically adjusts transmit characteristics of the AP(s) to manage interference between the coexisting networks. In another variant, the controller causes the energy detect threshold of the user device to be lowered so that it may detect WLAN signals when a coexisting RAT (for example, LTE-U or LTE-LAA) occupies the same channel and/or frequency. In another variant, the client process autonomously adjusts user device operation based on the scan.

公开(公告)号：US12127036B2

公开(公告)日：2024-10-22

申请号：US17827564

申请日：2022-05-27

Applicant: Charter Communications Operating, LLC

Inventor： Don Gunasekara ,  Venkata Ramana Divvi ,  Ahmed Bencheikh

IPC: H04W28/04 ,  H04W28/18 ,  H04W48/16 ,  H04W72/541 ,  H04W16/04 ,  H04W28/06 ,  H04W48/18 ,  H04W88/06

CPC classification number: H04W28/04 ,  H04W28/18 ,  H04W48/16 ,  H04W72/541 ,  H04W16/04 ,  H04W28/06 ,  H04W48/18 ,  H04W88/06

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for monitoring and controlling access to coexisting first and second networks within a venue. In one embodiment, the first network is a managed content delivery network that includes one or more wireless access points (APs) in data communication with a backend controller which communicates with a dedicated background scanner. The background scanner scans for coexisting networks within the venue, and reports this to the controller. In one variant, the controller dynamically adjusts transmit characteristics of the AP(s) to manage interference between the coexisting networks. In another variant, the controller causes the energy detect threshold of a client device to be lowered so that the device may detect WLAN signals in a scenario where a coexisting RAT (for example, LTE-U or LTE-LAA) occupies the same channel and/or frequency.

公开(公告)号：US20240172036A1

公开(公告)日：2024-05-23

申请号：US17988947

申请日：2022-11-17

Applicant: Charter Communications Operating, LLC

Inventor： Christopher J. Teague ,  Ahmed Bencheikh ,  Shane B. Newberg ,  Peter Andrew Ericksen ,  Venkata R. Divvi ,  Donald W. Sherker

IPC: H04W28/02 ,  H04W24/02 ,  H04W64/00

CPC classification number: H04W28/0268 ,  H04W24/02 ,  H04W64/003 ,  H04W88/16

Abstract: A tracking system monitors operating conditions of a first wireless access point through which a mobile communication device communicates with a gateway. The gateway and the first wireless access point support a session of data flows between the mobile communication device and a remote network. Based on the monitored operating conditions of the wireless access point, the controller associated with the tracking system dynamically generates control settings to control the session of data flows through the gateway. The controller applies the control settings to the gateway to control communications associated with the session of data flows between the remote network and the mobile communication device. The controller applies different control settings under different operating conditions and/or as the mobile communication device uses different wireless access points to communicate through the gateway to the remote network.

公开(公告)号：US20230262473A1

公开(公告)日：2023-08-17

申请号：US18131475

申请日：2023-04-06

Applicant: CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS OPERATING, LLC

Inventor： Don Gunasekara ,  Umamaheswar Kakinada ,  Ahmed Bencheikh ,  Shane Newberg

IPC: H04W16/14 ,  H04W36/16 ,  H04W36/00 ,  H04W16/10 ,  H04W36/22

CPC classification number: H04W16/14 ,  H04W36/165 ,  H04W36/0022 ,  H04W16/10 ,  H04W36/22

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for providing quasi-licensed spectrum access within an area or venue. In one embodiment, the quasi-licensed spectrum utilizes 3.5 GHz CBRS (Citizens Broadband Radio Service) spectrum allocated by a Federal or commercial SAS (Spectrum Access System) to a managed content delivery network that includes one or more wireless access nodes (e.g., CBSDs and APs) in data communication with a controller. In one variant, the controller dynamically allocates (i) spectrum within the area or venue within CBRS bands, and (ii) MSO users or subscribers to CBRS bands or WLAN (e.g., public ISM) bands in to manage interference between the coexisting networks, and maximize user experience. In another variant, the controller cooperates with a provisioning server to implement a client device application program or “app” on MSO user or subscriber client devices which enables inter-RAT access.

公开(公告)号：US20220322083A1

公开(公告)日：2022-10-06

申请号：US17668657

申请日：2022-02-10

Applicant: Charter Communications Operating, LLC

Inventor： Loay O. Kreishan ,  Ahmed Bencheikh

IPC: H04W12/0431 ,  H04W12/06 ,  H04W12/03 ,  H04L9/40 ,  H04W12/72

Abstract: During registration, a mobile communication device derives a first instance of biometric information from a user operating the mobile communication device. The communication device retrieves an encryption key assigned to the mobile communication device. Via application of the encryption key to the first instance of biometric information, the communication device produces first encrypted biometric information and forwards it to an authentication resource. The authentication resource stores the first encrypted biometric information for later authentication of the communication device. During subsequent authentication, the mobile communication device derives a second instance of biometric information from the user operating the mobile communication device. The communication device encrypts the second instance of biometric information with the encryption key and forwards it to the authentication resource. The authentication resource requires a substantial match of the second encrypted biometric information to the first encrypted biometric information to authenticate the communication device to use a wireless network.