Patent ID: 10492204

Abstract:
Methods and apparatus for providing quasi-licensed spectrum access within an area or application to enable “end to end” IoT (Internet-of-Things) device connectivity. 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 (Citizens Broadband radio Service Devices) and IoT hubs or gateways) 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 (multiple systems operator) users to CBRS bands or IoT bands (e.g., public ISM (industrial, scientific and medical)) bands to maximize connectivity and performance. In another variant, the controller cooperates with a provisioning server to implement a client device application program on an IoT device which enables inter-RAT (radio access technology) connectivity.