System and method for managing uncertain events for communication devices

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8645772
APP PUB NO 20120054571A1
SERIAL NO

12899486

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In one or more embodiments, an intelligent communications device is disclosed. In one embodiment, an apparatus for managing a network connection of the intelligent communications device is disclosed. The apparatus includes a communication module for monitoring the network connection through a first port that is independent of a network port. The first port is associated with a computer-executable application that is operative to detect failure of the network connection. The apparatus further includes a detection module for detecting a failure of the network connection at the network port and, in response to the failure, causing the intelligent communications device to reconnect to the network. The apparatus also includes a power supply module for iteratively power-cycling operation of the intelligent communications device in response to a failed network connection.

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  • ITRON, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Cobbs, Thomas H Sandy, US 2 154
Howard, Edward G Crystal Springs, US 7 235
Poschel, Tyler C Brandon, US 2 147
Reed, Paul A Brandon, US 20 737

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