Wireless ICE Information Retrieval for Emergency Response
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Solution Overview
Problem
First responders face difficulties in accessing ICE information stored on devices when they are not immediately accessible, such as during emergencies where the device is not readily available.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that allows emergency responders to request and obtain ICE information wirelessly from devices within range, using a short-range communication protocol like Bluetooth, with predetermined criteria such as accident detection or user opt-out to ensure only relevant devices respond.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If manual extraction through device user interface is used, then accuracy of ICE information retrieval is improved, but response time increases and accessibility decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The device automatically provides ICE information to first responders without requiring manual intervention. The system detects emergency conditions through sensors (accelerometer, gyroscope) and automatically transmits stored ICE information via wireless communication, eliminating the need for first responders to manually search through device interfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical interaction (physically accessing device, navigating user interface) with automated electronic detection and wireless transmission. Sensors detect emergency conditions and automatically trigger information transmission through communication protocols, substituting manual operations with electronic automation.
2Reliability
If physical access to device is required, then security of ICE information is improved, but accessibility and response speed deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces wireless communication as an intermediary between the device storing ICE information and the first responder. Instead of requiring direct physical access to retrieve information, the system uses automated detection and wireless transmission as intermediaries to securely transfer information, maintaining security while improving accessibility.
3Loss of time
If automated wireless transmission is implemented, then accessibility and response speed are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple functions into existing device components: the accelerometer and gyroscope serve both general motion detection and emergency condition detection; the wireless communication module handles both standard communication and automated ICE information transmission. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate dedicated components.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-configuring sensors to detect specific emergency conditions (acceleration thresholds, orientation changes) and pre-programming the automatic transmission protocol. When emergency conditions are detected, the system already has the necessary information stored and transmission pathways established, enabling rapid automated response without adding complex real-time processing.
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AI summary
A method and apparatus for a device to provide emergency information is provided herein. During operation, an emergency responder will send out a wireless request for ICE information. Any device in the area will wirelessly respond to the request by providing ICE information, as long as a predetermined criterion is met. Because ICE information can be requested, and obtained wirelessly, a first responder does not need physical access to the device storing the ICE information. Thus, ICE information can be obtained from a device even when the device is not immediately accessible to the first responder.