Harmonizing UWB: Strategies for Unified Communications and Interoperability
This strategic document addresses the complexities surrounding Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology, which faces challenges from multiple radio standards such as IP, USB, and 1394. The proliferation of UWB flavors leads to potential interference and chaos in the communications landscape. Proposed solutions include establishing application stacks for various UWB types and promoting a shared radio platform through recognized standards like WiMedia and MBOA. Collaborative efforts aim to streamline interoperability and enhance communication technology.
Harmonizing UWB: Strategies for Unified Communications and Interoperability
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The Common Platform Strategy Stephen WoodUWB Technology Strategist Communications Technology LabIntel Corporation January 5, 2004
Problem Statement UWB (IP) UWB (USB) UWB (1394) UWB (other) Too Many Radios!!! Too Many Potential UWB Flavors Interference & Chaos
Solution Application Stacks IP W1394 WUSB WiMedia Sharing Rules / Interop Radio Platform MBOA PHY/MAC A Shared Radio Platform
State of the Work W1394 – PAL Started Recognized WiMedia Platform WUSB – Specs done Jan Exclusively recognized WiMedia / MBOA IP/WiMedia W1394 WUSB IP – Done Via WiMedia Work in progress WiMedia – Phy Done, MAC in Q1 Exclusively Adopted MBOA WiMedia Sharing Rules / Interop MBOA PHY/MAC MBOA – Phy Done, MAC in Q1 Recognized WiMedia