Patent ID: 7061908
Filing Date: 2006-06-13
Classification: H04L

Abstract:
1. A switch structure for switching data including: a matrix of switching elements arranged in rows and columns; each row of switching elements in said matrix having a first set of bidirectional data links wherein each switching element in said each row is connected to other switching elements in the same row by links of said first set; each column of switching elements in said matrix having a second set of bidirectional data links wherein each switching element in said each column is connected to other switching elements in the same column by links of said second set; wherein the matrix is adapted to interconnect data input to any one switching element in the matrix for output on any switching element in said matrix using said first and second sets of bidirectional links; and wherein each switching element includes a first time-switching component including a number of data storage modules and a first time switching control means.