Method and apparatus for determining gaps in cellular phone...

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2007-11-06

2007-11-06

Kincaid, Lester G. (Department: 2617)

Telecommunications

Radiotelephone system

Out-of-range indication

C455S423000, C455S063200, C455S422100

Reexamination Certificate

active

10655427

ABSTRACT:
Usage data is collected during active calls by user equipment (UEs) within a cellular network, the collected information being utilized together with location information to locate any gaps in cellular phone area coverage due to dropped calls. The collected data is analyzed and may be used to reallocate resources to alleviate coverage gaps and thereby increase system efficiency and operator revenue.

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