Systems and methods for automatic breakdown detection and roadside assistance
US11064324B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 21, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jul 13, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 21, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W4/90
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods in accordance with embodiments of the invention can proactively determine if an individual is likely in need of roadside assistance. Information can be collected from the individual's phone, including the person's location, the type of road, ambient noise, and/or motion of nearby objects. If it is determined that the individual likely needs roadside assistance, the system can proactively contact the individual to see if roadside assistance is desired, and if so, initiates roadside assistance. The system also can provide helpful information, such as safety information, and/or automatically contact other individuals to alert them of the roadside event and the location of the individual.
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