System, method, and apparatus for monitoring audio and vibrational exposure of users and alerting users to excessive exposure
US9818270B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 22, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 14, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 22, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W84/12
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system, method, and apparatus for monitoring ambient sound and vibration levels at the location of a user allows a determination as to whether the user is exceeding a maximum allowed exposure time as determined by an occupational standard. The sound and vibration level data can be evaluated locally at the mobile communication device, as well as transmitted to a backend system to allow supervision of personnel associated with the backend system as a further assurance that personnel comply with exposure limits. Further, the mobile communication device, in response to ambient conditions, adjusts the settings of its alerting sound and the vibration level of an associated vibration accessory to ensure perception of alerts by the mobile communication device for the user of the mobile communication device.
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