Electronic components enclosure located in a step structure
AssigneeAmpThink, LLC
InventorWilliam C. Anderson
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Abstract
Systems and methods relate to locating connectivity network components in a step structure. Connectivity network components, such as network switches, network access points, etc., are disposed within structural steps in a spectator venue, such as a sports stadium or arena. Locating network components in stadium steps allows network cabling to be brought closer to network access points, thus bringing about efficiencies in cabling costs and connectivity characteristics. Such systems and methods allow for network access points to be located in greater densities in areas with high user access rates.
Claims20
An enclosure for connectivity network components disposed within a structural step, comprising:
- a housing configured to receive at least one connectivity network component;
- an access door formed in the housing;
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- wherein the enclosure is disposed within the structural step and the access door is configured to provide access to an interior of the enclosure and the structural step.
A method, comprising:
- providing an enclosure into which at least one connectivity network component may be mounted, the enclosure including an access door formed therein that allows access to an interior of the enclosure;
- and
- mounting the enclosure inside a structural step so that the structural step substantially surrounds the enclosure leaving the access door of the enclosure exposed so the interior of the enclosure can be accessed when the enclosure is mounted inside the structural step;
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- wherein an access door of the enclosure is exposed from the structural step, the access door providing access to an interior space of the enclosure.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.