Method and structure for distribution of travel information using network

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5959577
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08924042

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A method is provided for processing position and travel related information through a data processing station on a data network. In one embodiment, a GPS receiver is used to obtain a measured position fix of a mobile unit. The measured position fix is reported to the data processing station which associates the reported position to a map of the area. Typically, the measured position of the mobile unit is marked and identified by a marker on the map. The area map is then stored in the data processing station and made available for access by authorized monitor units or mobile units. An authorized monitor unit may request for a specific area map by sending a request through the data network. Upon receiving a request, the data processing unit sends the area map to the monitor unit. Data processing station may also perform a database search for travel-related information, such as directions to a gasoline station.

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TRIMBLE NAVIGATION LIMITEDWESTMOOR TECHNOLOGY PARK BLDG 4 10355 WESTMOOR DRIVE WESTMINSTER CO 80021

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Fan, Rodric C Fremont, CA 29 3287
Mufti, Amin A Kensington, CA 1 740

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