Low speed radio link system and method designed for ATM transport

摘要

A data protocol compatible with ATM data transmission systems that provides a frame format that allows for ATM cell transmission in a low speed, high noise link such as a radio link and further provides for reliable radio data communication in the ATM format through the provision of timing and control information. A TDMA implementation of the present protocol is suitable for reliable data communication between a single headend station and a plurality of mobile substations. The protocol format is such that simple and easy interconnection with standard ATM data communications systems can be made to allow for wide distribution of relevant data. The protocol is suitable for implementation in either software or low cost hardware.