A method of initializing non-synchronous peer-to-peer data communication rings, and for effecting error recovery in such networks. On detection of error, each station operates in a purging configuration to clear the ring. In the purging configuration the station's receiving circuits are isolated and...http://www.google.fr/patents/US4468734?utm_source=gb-gplus-shareBrevet US4468734 - Method of purging erroneous signals from closed ring data communication networks capable of repeatedly circulating such signals
Method of purging erroneous signals from closed ring data communication ...