System and method for controlling a vehicle emergency response network
US6539301B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 2, 1996 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 12, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG08B25/006
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A vehicle assistance request system includes a device and methodology for preventing inadvertent or mistaken assistance request calls. The system enables a vehicle driver to request roadside assistance with a single push of a button on a user interface module inside the vehicle or a remote, portable key fob. The data communication signal that is generated when the button is pushed communicates location information and the type of assistance that is needed to a dispatcher of the appropriate services. The system includes a timer function that requires that a user press a request button for a minimum time period before a request is initiated. Also provided is a protective shield, which further ensures that a request button is not pushed inadvertently.
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