AED Server Automatic PSAP Notification Trigger
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current automated external defibrillators (AEDs) lack the capability to automatically notify public safety answering points (PSAPs) or other interested parties of their use during a potential cardiac arrest incident.
Innovation Solution
A system where a server receives electronic messages from AEDs during emergency use, determines if an emergency services notification triggering event has occurred, and sends real-time incident notification messages to the appropriate PSAP or other designated notification targets.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If AEDs are deployed in public locations to save lives, then the availability of emergency treatment is improved, but the capability to automatically notify emergency services is lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The AED is pre-configured with communication modules (cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) and location tracking capabilities that are activated automatically when the device is used. The system prepares notification templates and emergency protocols in advance, so that when cardiac arrest is detected, the notification to PSAP can be initiated immediately without requiring manual setup by the user.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary communication system between the AED and PSAP. This includes using mobile phones as intermediate devices to relay location and incident information, or utilizing third-party communication networks (cellular towers, Wi-Fi networks) to bridge the gap between the AED and emergency services, enabling automatic notification without direct integration.
2Speed
If AEDs automatically call PSAP to notify of cardiac arrest, then the speed of emergency response is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The AED incorporates multiple communication methods (cellular phone calls, text messages, email notifications, push notifications to mobile apps) within a single device platform. This multi-functional approach allows the system to achieve fast notification through various channels depending on availability, while sharing common hardware and software resources to minimize overall device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The notification system operates autonomously once the AED detects cardiac arrest. The device automatically determines its location, selects appropriate communication channels, and sends notifications to PSAP and designated contacts without requiring user intervention. This self-service capability reduces the operational complexity for users while maintaining fast response times.
3Loss of time
If AEDs send real-time notifications during emergency use, then the timeliness of emergency response is improved, but the loss of time for system setup and configuration increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system pre-configures notification templates, contact lists, and communication protocols during manufacturing or initial setup. Location services and communication modules are pre-authenticated with networks before emergencies occur. This preliminary preparation eliminates configuration steps during critical emergency moments, enabling immediate real-time notification.
Solution Approach 2:
The AED automatically manages its own notification configuration by storing multiple contact options, selecting appropriate communication channels based on availability, and autonomously determining the sequence of notifications. This self-service approach minimizes the need for manual configuration while ensuring timely alerts are sent through the most reliable available channel.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and processes are described that facilitate notifying PSAPs and others of emergency uses of AEDs. An AED management server receives electronic messages from the AEDs during emergency use of such AED. The server determines whether an emergency services triggering event has occurred based on various factors. When a triggering event has occurred, an incident notification is sent that directly or indirectly causes a PSAP responsible for handling medical incidents in a region that includes the reporting AED to be notified of the emergency use. Factors included in determining whether an incident notification is to be sent may include factors such as the state of the AED, the perceived accuracy of a reported location of the AED, whether PSAP notifications are enabled, etc. In some embodiments contact notifications are also enabled and/or an AED administrator may set various preferences related to incident notification for their AEDs.