Method and system for initiating and handling an emergency call utilizing geographical zones
US7684782B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 4, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W8/12
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and system of making an emergency voice call is disclosed. Location data is received from a positioning device. A location area identifier is determined. The location area identifier corresponds to a geographical area encompassing a geographical location being represented by the location data. A voice call destination number is identified. The voice call destination number is associated with the location area identifier. The voice call destination number is utilized in order to communicate with a public safety answering point.
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