[Licensing negotiation in progress]

[Invitation for Expression of Interest- Deadline: 19 January 2020]

We are inviting expressions of interest (EoI) for commercializing “Dynamic-loss Resilient Protocols for Network Communication Systems” technology.  The innovation is developed by Professor YEUNG Wai Ho, Raymond, Professor of Department of Information Engineering of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK Reference: 15/ENG/647).

The Technology

BATS code is a low-complexity random linear network coding scheme that can asymptotically achieve rates very close to the capacity of a packet network with packet loss. Adoption of BATS code in practice requires a BATS code based network transmission protocol (BATS protocol). The nature of the protocol is different from the traditional network protocols based on retransmission or forwarding. This invention designs BATS protocols for networks with burst or dependent losses.

Commercialization

The technology is now available for licensing. In order to fully realize the benefit of the technology, we expect substantial investment is necessary to enable further research and development.  In addition to the financial commitment, the licensee is expected to have the appropriate expertise as well as plans in marketing and strategizing the end product to ensure successful transfer of the technology to the society.  Previous or existing business involvement and experience in this area is a plus.

This invitation of expression of interest is without prejudice.  We also stress that this invitation is not a tender, and the University is not bound to accept any offer, or to accept the highest monetary offer, as there are additional considerations (such as the widest possible benefit to the community) that we, as a public institution, will need to take into consideration.