Method, system and apparatus for call path reconfiguration
US7206582B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 27, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 24, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L65/4038
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method, apparatus and system for reconfiguring communications call paths enables more efficient use of communications network resources and enhanced service offerings. A plurality of feature control points (FCPs) located in a plurality of different types of communications carrier networks are controlled by a single call service node (CSN). The CSN receives a report from a FCP each time the FCP receives a call control signaling message. The CSN uses the reports to map the call path, so that when a connection change request is received, the CSN can select which of the FCPs to use to effect the requested change based on predetermined criteria.
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