17955601. Event-Based Wireless Emergency Alerts simplified abstract (AT&T Intellectual Property I, L.P.)
Contents
- 1 Event-Based Wireless Emergency Alerts
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 Event-Based Wireless Emergency Alerts - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
Event-Based Wireless Emergency Alerts
Organization Name
AT&T Intellectual Property I, L.P.
Inventor(s)
Charles Peter Musgrove of Henderson NV (US)
Event-Based Wireless Emergency Alerts - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17955601 titled 'Event-Based Wireless Emergency Alerts
Simplified Explanation
Concepts and technologies disclosed in this patent application are related to event-based wireless emergency alerts (WEAs). A WEA-capable device can receive an event-based WEA containing an event code and alert content. The device can parse the event code, determine a WEA format based on the event code, and output the alert content in the WEA format. The event code can identify different types of emergency events, such as weather-related or non-weather-related emergencies. The WEA format can be tailored to the specific event, using spoken language, symbols, haptic feedback, or a combination thereof.
- WEA-capable devices can receive event-based wireless emergency alerts.
- The alerts contain an event code and alert content.
- Devices parse the event code and determine a WEA format based on it.
- The alert content is then output in the specific WEA format.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various emergency alert systems, including weather warnings, child abduction alerts, and other critical situations where immediate communication is crucial.
Problems Solved
This technology helps in delivering emergency alerts efficiently and effectively to WEA-capable devices, ensuring that individuals receive timely information about potential threats or emergencies in their area.
Benefits
- Enhanced communication during emergencies - Tailored alert formats for different types of events - Increased public safety and awareness
Potential Commercial Applications
- Emergency alert systems for smartphones and other mobile devices - Integration with public safety agencies and organizations for widespread alert dissemination
Possible Prior Art
One example of prior art in this field is the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system implemented by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in the United States. This system delivers emergency messages to WEA-capable devices based on the user's location and the type of alert issued.
Unanswered Questions
How does the event code determine the specific WEA format for the alert content?
The patent application mentions that the event code is used to determine the WEA format, but it does not provide detailed information on the specific process or algorithms involved in this determination.
Are there any limitations or potential drawbacks to using event-based WEA formats?
While the benefits of tailored alert formats are highlighted, it would be useful to explore any limitations or challenges that may arise when implementing event-based WEA formats in real-world emergency situations.
Original Abstract Submitted
Concepts and technologies disclosed herein are directed to event-based wireless emergency alerts (“WEAs”). According to one aspect disclosed herein, a WEA-capable device can receive an event-based wireless emergency alert that includes an event code and alert content. The WEA-capable device can parse the event code from the event-based WEA. The WEA-capable device can determine, via execution of an event-based WEA function, a WEA format based upon the event code. The WEA-capable device can then output the alert content in the WEA format. In some embodiments, the event code identifies a weather-related emergency event (e.g., a hurricane or tornado warning). In other embodiments, the event code identifies a non-weather-related emergency event (e.g., a child abduction alert). The WEA format can be an event-specific spoken language, an event-specific symbol, an event-specific haptic feedback, or a combination thereof.
