GPS pathfinder cell phone and method

摘要

A device and system for use before and after a disaster which incorporate a “Whole Community” response is illustrated. The system can be readily customized for use in other markets and scenarios and easily adapted into uses by emergency management. The device incorporates a GPS radio and/or cell phones with, pre-programmed instructions which are uploaded automatically in the device's memory via wireless technology prior to the unit's first use. Radios on the units can enable the searchers to audibly communicate with each other without cell towers. The system can be employed by cleanup teams, insurance adjusters, and any number of pre/post response teams focused on mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery operations. The system can contain a modifiable and functional, virtual badge and can export data gathered in the field, as well as integrate this data with other, pre-existing software via software APIs contained within the system and cell phone software.

主权项

1. A method of uploading public data comprising:
associating a defined land lot location with a global positioning system (GPS) location; using said GPS locations to populate a map in a software application with form data fields derived from public data associated with said land lot location; associating said public data with said form data fields; uploading said merged data into a mobile user's software application; allowing a user to make pre-determined or self-created entries in regards to a specific GPS location while at said land lot location; assessing various response, recovery, or mitigation needs with said GPS location; using said assessments combined with said public data to determine actionable needs assigned to said GPS location; associating a color code with said assessment or other needs at said GPS location; and displaying said color codes on a map whereby said assessment at a location and/or resources needed to address the specific need or assistance to an area can be determined.