SMSC Message Prioritization and Masking via Queue Modification
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional Short Message Service Centers (SMSCs) lack the ability to prioritize messages based on their nature, leading to delays in transmitting emergency messages during emergencies, and they cannot mask text messages to hide the intended recipient.
Innovation Solution
The system prioritizes messages by modifying their rank in the message queue based on prioritization indicators and allows users to send masked messages by modifying the message transmission request according to predetermined criteria.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If messages are transmitted in first-come-first-served order without prioritization, then the message queue operates simply and efficiently, but emergency messages experience delays during network congestion
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by differentiating message handling based on message type. Emergency messages receive special treatment (higher priority queue placement) while regular messages follow standard processing. This selective differentiation ensures critical messages are delivered promptly without completely redesigning the entire message queue system.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the priority parameter of messages dynamically based on their content and type. By analyzing message characteristics and assigning different priority levels, the system can adjust transmission urgency without fundamental system changes. This parameter-based approach resolves the contradiction by making priority a variable property rather than a fixed system characteristic.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the SMSC processes all messages equally without analysis, then the system operates with minimal complexity, but it cannot mask messages to protect user privacy or safety
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary action by analyzing message content and determining masking requirements before actual message transmission. The system pre-processes messages to identify those requiring privacy protection or safety masking, then applies appropriate handling. This advance preparation enables adaptive message masking without adding complexity to the core transmission mechanism.
3Productivity
If the SMSC transmits all messages immediately when recipients are available, then message delivery is fast, but important messages may be delayed by less urgent messages in the queue
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the message queue into multiple priority levels or categories. Instead of a single linear queue, messages are divided into segments based on urgency and importance. This segmentation allows the system to maintain high overall productivity by processing multiple message types simultaneously while ensuring emergency messages are delivered without delay through dedicated high-priority pathways.
Data Source
AI summary
Methods and systems are disclosed herein for modifying and transmitting messages according to message modification criteria associated with users. The system receives a message transmission request. The system determines a first user identifier. The system determines a message modification criterion including at least one condition. When the system determines that the message transmission request satisfies the condition, the system generates a second message or second transmission metadata.