A general multi-layer collision resolution multiple access protocol for wireless networks

In this paper we propose a general concept of multi-layer collision resolution applied in multiple access for wireless networks. We first concentrate on the capability of the proposed scheme to resolve or avoid collisions which implies the stability and capacity of the system. We further illustrate the general property of the proposed scheme. Finally we show that ETSI HIPERLAN channel access protocol can be considered as an example of this general multi-layer collision resolution protocol