Dynamic Call Forwarding Time Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current call forwarding systems in telecommunications are not ergonomic for users, as they cannot dynamically extend the notification time before a call is forwarded to voicemail, leading to unpleasant waiting times for callers and limited user control over the forwarding process.
Innovation Solution
A method that allows users to dynamically modify the forwarding time of incoming calls to voicemail by receiving data to adjust the number of rings or timeout duration, enabling the sending of a refusal message to delay call forwarding, which can be implemented on a graphical interface without requiring modifications to application servers.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the call forwarding time is fixed at a predetermined duration (e.g., 3 rings or 1 minute), then the system operation is simple and reliable, but the user cannot dynamically adjust the notification time to extend it when busy, leading to ergonomic issues and unpleasant waiting times for callers
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic call forwarding time adjustment by allowing users to modify the notification duration in real-time during an incoming call. The terminal device receives user input to change the predetermined forwarding time from a fixed value to a dynamically adjustable value, enabling extension when the user is busy without requiring advance configuration. This resolves the contradiction by making the system adaptable to immediate user needs while maintaining simple operation through intuitive interfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the time parameter of call forwarding from a static predetermined value to a dynamically modifiable value. The terminal device accepts user input to adjust the forwarding time parameter during the notification phase, allowing the user to extend the notification period beyond the default 3 rings or 1 minute limit. This parameter flexibility enables the user to control caller waiting time according to their current situation, improving ease of operation without complicating the system architecture.
2Ease of operation
If the call forwarding time is extended for users who are busy, then user convenience is improved, but the caller is forced to wait longer before being able to leave a message
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables dynamic control of call forwarding time during the notification phase. When a user is busy, they can interact with the terminal interface to extend the notification duration beyond the predetermined limit. This dynamic adjustment allows the user to prioritize their current activity over immediate call answering, improving ease of operation by giving users real-time control without requiring advance configuration of long waiting periods.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent modifies the time parameter of call forwarding from a fixed predetermined value to a dynamically adjustable value during the notification phase. The terminal device processes user input to change the forwarding time parameter, enabling extension when needed. This parameter flexibility allows users to balance their immediate needs against caller convenience, improving ease of operation while maintaining the ability to control caller waiting time on demand rather than through fixed configuration.
3Device complexity
If a fixed predetermined time is used for call forwarding, then the system complexity is reduced and operation is simpler, but the user cannot modify the forwarding instant dynamically without complex configuration interfaces
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic call forwarding time adjustment through a simplified user interface on the terminal device. During an incoming call notification, the user can directly interact with the interface to modify the forwarding time without accessing complex configuration menus or performing advance setup. This dynamic control mechanism maintains low system complexity while achieving high adaptability, as the modification capability is integrated into the call notification flow rather than requiring separate configuration procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent enables dynamic modification of the call forwarding time parameter through a user-friendly interface during the notification phase. The terminal device accepts user input to adjust the forwarding instant from the predetermined value without requiring complex configuration procedures. This approach maintains simple system operation while achieving dynamic adaptability, as the parameter modification is seamlessly integrated into the incoming call handling process rather than requiring separate configuration steps.
4Device complexity
If the maximum forwarding time is fixed at one minute in the communication network, then the network control is simplified, but the user cannot exceed this limit even when unable to take the call
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic extension of the call forwarding time limit at the terminal device level. When the user needs more than the network-default one minute waiting period, the terminal interface allows direct extension of the notification duration beyond this limit. The terminal handles the time extension locally without requiring network configuration changes or complex approval procedures, maintaining simple network control while achieving user adaptability beyond fixed limits.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent enables dynamic modification of the call forwarding time parameter at the terminal device, allowing users to extend beyond the network-default one minute limit. The terminal processes user input to adjust the forwarding time parameter locally, bypassing the need for network-level configuration changes. This approach maintains simplified network control mechanisms while providing users with the versatility to extend waiting times beyond predetermined limits when necessary.
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AI summary
The method involves notifying an incoming call establishment request that establishes an incoming call. Data modifying a predetermined return instant of the incoming call towards a server is received, where the data corresponds to a number of additional ringing with respect to a predetermined ringing number or a delaying time in seconds with respect to predetermined duration. Emission of a refuse message of the establishment request is delayed with respect to the received data. Independent claims are also included for the following: (1) a telephone terminal comprising notification units (2) a computer program comprising instructions to perform a method for notifying a call establishment request for establishing a call incoming on a telephone terminal.