18276487. WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEM FOR FIRST RESPONDER NETWORKS simplified abstract (KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.)

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WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEM FOR FIRST RESPONDER NETWORKS

Organization Name

KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.

Inventor(s)

Vignesh Raja Karuppiah Ramachandran of Mol (BE)

Jozef Hubertus Gelissen of Herten (NL)

Franciscus Antonius Maria Van De Laar of Veldhoven (NL)

Walter Dees of Eindhoven (NL)

Joseph E Rock of Littleton MA (US)

WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEM FOR FIRST RESPONDER NETWORKS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18276487 titled 'WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEM FOR FIRST RESPONDER NETWORKS

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a wireless communication system for first responder networks that securely registers various wireless devices to improve response time in mass casualty incidents.

  • The system is designed to register existing wireless devices used by triage officers and casualties in the mass casualty incident area automatically to enhance network coverage.
  • It allows for the secure registration of additional central nodes, such as base stations, on an on-demand basis to expand the wireless infrastructure of the first responder network.

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in emergency response situations, natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and any other incidents where a large number of casualties overwhelm emergency medical services.

Problems Solved

1. Overwhelmed emergency medical services during mass casualty incidents. 2. Inadequate communication and coordination among first responders in high-stress situations.

Benefits

1. Quicker response times in mass casualty incidents. 2. Enhanced coverage and communication capabilities for first responders. 3. Improved coordination and efficiency in emergency response efforts.

Potential Commercial Applications

1. Emergency response and disaster management agencies. 2. Telecommunication companies providing services to first responder networks.

Possible Prior Art

One potential prior art could be the use of similar wireless communication systems in military or disaster relief operations to improve communication and coordination among personnel.

What are the technical specifications of the wireless communication system proposed in the patent application?

The technical specifications of the wireless communication system, such as the frequency range, data transfer rates, encryption methods, and compatibility with different wireless devices, are not detailed in the abstract.

How does the system ensure the security and privacy of the registered wireless devices and central nodes?

The abstract does not provide specific information on the security measures implemented to protect the privacy and security of the registered wireless devices and central nodes.


Original Abstract Submitted

A first responder network is a network that is used by first responders for communicating between devices typically used by first responding officers. An MCI describes an incident in which emergency medical services are overwhelmed by the number and severity of casualties. A wireless communication system for first responder networks is proposed that can securely register (onboard) a variety of wireless devices to ensure a quicker response time in the MCI area. Existing wireless devices belonging to both triage officers and casualties in the MCI area can automatically be registered to a first responder network to enhance coverage in the MCI area. Expansion of a wireless infrastructure of the first responder network can be enabled by securely registering alien central nodes (e.g., base stations) on an on-demand basis.