EWA Seeks Certification as MBANs Frequency Coordinator
The Enterprise Wireless Alliance sought certification as a frequency coordinator for Medical Body Area Networks within the 2360-2390 MHz band. EWA said Wednesday it has “thoroughly reviewed the record in this matter and understands the frequency coordinator requirements and obligations.”…
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The FCC approved the MBANs service more than two years ago, but the networks haven't been deployed (see 1410240038). The networks are to be licensed by rule on a secondary basis in the band. “MBAN technology will provide a flexible platform for the wireless networking of multiple body transmitters used for measuring and recording physiological parameters and other patient information or for performing diagnostic or therapeutic functions, primarily in health care facilities,” EWA said. It said just over 5,720 hospitals are registered in the U.S.