Methods, systems and computer program products for automated location and monitoring of mobile device
US7372365B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 18, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 14, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG08B21/0286
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems are provided for providing location information associated with a mobile device. The systems include a location circuit and an identification circuit. The location circuit is integrated with an existing power outlet and is configured to transmit a request for presence information associated with the mobile device. The identification circuit is associated with the mobile device, configured to receive the request for presence information and transmit the presence information to the location circuit responsive to the request. Related methods and computer program products are also provided.
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