Systems and methods which utilize antenna pattern or antenna beam scanning
techniques to provide communication of payload traffic are shown. A base
station radio is provided wireless communication links with a plurality
of stations for communication of payload traffic between the base station
and stations using a succession of antenna patterns. The antenna patterns
are scanned in succession, such as randomly, quasi-randomly,
sequentially, or according to a schedule. An antenna pattern scheduler
may be used to implement antenna pattern scanning and traffic timing.
Cooperative scheduling with respect to a plurality of base stations may
be provided. Selection of the plurality of antenna patterns used by a
base station is preferably adjusted from time to time, such as based upon
environment, usage patterns, etcetera.