Automated location verification and authorization system for electronic devices
US5790074A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 15, 1996 |
| Grant date | Aug 4, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 15, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01S2205/008
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for remotely and automatically verifying the location of an electronic device and authorizing operation of the device if it resides in an allowed geographical location. The system includes a remote device requiring authorization to operate and an authorization device connected to an authorization database. The remote device and authorization device being connected via a communication link. Methods for verification include employing a Global Positioning System receiver in the monitored device and using the telephone number of the monitored device.
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