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One solution to the hidden node problem is for each node to check with its intended recipient to see whether or not it is clear to send. Only after the sender recieves a confirmation to send does it begin transmission. This adds latency as for each packet sent, the sender must first check to see if the air is clear.
One solution to the hidden node problem is for each node to check with its intended recipient to see whether or not it is clear to send. Only after the sender recieves a confirmation to send does it begin transmission. This adds latency as for each packet sent, the sender must first check to see if the air is clear.
== Fresnel Zone ==
The Fresnel Zone is a football shaped signal path. Understanding it and its implications more thoroughly would likely lead to better radio transmissions between nodes.
<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fresnal_zone</ref>