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Methods and systems for limiting mobile station operation in a group setting

US8606292B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 21, 2010
Grant dateDec 10, 2013
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Expiry dateNov 6, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04W64/006
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Methods and corresponding systems are provided for limiting mobile station operation when multiple mobile stations are moving together in a group. Such group movement includes but is not limited to movement in a vehicle. According to disclosed methods, a determination is made that multiple mobile stations are moving substantially together, and in response to the determination, operation of one or more of the mobile stations is limited.

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