Abstract: A system for handling incoming special number calls conveyed via a telecommunication system to a predetermined destination includes: (a) a data store for storing information regarding a plurality of pre-identified special number call originating devices; (b) a detecting unit coupled with the data store and with the telecommunication system; the detecting unit detecting a received communication incoming to the predetermined destination from one pre-identified special number call originating device of the plurality of pre-identified special number call originating devices; and (c) a treating unit coupled with the detecting unit and with the telecommunication system; the treating unit effecting a predetermined treatment of the received communication.

Abstract: A system for handling incoming special number calls conveyed via a telecommunication system to a predetermined destination includes: (a) a data store for storing information regarding a plurality of pre-identified special number call originating devices; (b) a detecting unit coupled with the data store and with the telecommunication system; the detecting unit detecting a received communication incoming to the predetermined destination from one pre-identified special number call originating device of the plurality of pre-identified special number call originating devices; and (c) a treating unit coupled with the detecting unit and with the telecommunication system; the treating unit effecting a predetermined treatment of the received communication.

Abstract: A system for dynamically coupling a special number call from a calling unit with at least one function-focused answerer includes: (a) at least one of an unlicensed mobile access network, a radio access network, and a public switched telephone network configured and situated for communicative coupling with the calling unit; (b) at least one network switch coupled with at least one of the networks; and (c) a special number call receiver coupled with the network switch. At least one of the special number call receiver and the network switch is configured for communicative coupling of the special number call with the at least one function-focused answerer unit. After receiving the special number call, the special number call receiver dynamically couples the special number call to an included function-focused answerer. Determining which function-focused answerer is an included function-focused answerer is made at the special number call receiver.

Abstract: Device for carrying out surface treatment on large objects, such as spray-painting of ships. In the prior art, a substantial proportion of the spray mist is deposited elsewhere, which is unwanted. The device proposes an enclosure which is movable along the hull of the ship, from which the spray-painting operation can be carried out through an opening disposed in the enclosure. An air curtain extending to the hull of the ship is present around this opening, through which it is not possible for spray to escape between the enclosure and the ship's hull. An extraction facility for mist is present in the enclosure and supply openings for air are provided. The enclosure consists of a housing which is accessible via a door.

Abstract: A method for providing continued answering of special number calls intended for delivery via a plurality of communication networks to a special number answering position when a primary special number answering position is incapacitated includes: (a) determining at least one pre-identified alternate special number answering position; (b) ascertaining that the primary special number answering position is incapacitated; and (c) directing each routing entity of each respective communication network of said plurality of communication networks to route calls intended for said primary special number answering position to at least one selected alternate special number answering position of said at least one pre-identified alternate special number answering position; wherein once a particular situation has been begun to be handled by a selected alternate special number answering position, the situation remains as handled by the selected special number answering position even though the primary special number answering

Abstract: A method for providing continued answering of special number calls intended for delivery via a plurality of communication networks to a primary special number answering position when the primary special number answering position is abandoned includes: (a) determining at least one pre-identified alternate special number answering position; (b) ascertaining that the primary special number answering position is abandoned; and (c) directing each routing entity of each respective communication network of the plurality of communication networks to route calls intended for the primary special number answering position to at least one selected alternate special number answering position of the at least one pre-identified alternate special number answering position.

Abstract: A method for providing continued answering of special number calls intended for delivery via a plurality of communication networks to a primary special number answering position when the primary special number answering position is persistently busy includes: (a) determining at least one pre-identified alternate special number answering position; (b) ascertaining that the primary special number answering position is persistently busy; and (c) directing each routing entity of each respective communication network of the plurality of communication networks to route calls intended for the primary special number answering position to at least one selected alternate special number answering position of the at least one pre-identified alternate special number answering position.

Abstract: A method for providing continued answering of special number calls intended for delivery via a plurality of communication networks to a primary special number answering position when the primary special number answering position is effecting call diversion includes: (a) determining at least one pre-identified alternate special number answering position; (b) ascertaining that the primary special number answering position is effecting call diversion; and (c) directing each routing entity of each respective communication network of the plurality of communication networks to route calls intended for the primary special number answering position to at least one selected alternate special number answering position of the at least one pre-identified alternate special number answering position.

Abstract: A system for handling incoming special number calls conveyed via a telecommunication system to a predetermined destination includes: (a) a data store for storing information regarding a plurality of pre-identified special number call originating devices; (b) a detecting unit coupled with the data store and with the telecommunication system; the detecting unit detecting a received communication incoming to the predetermined destination from one pre-identified special number call originating device of the plurality of pre-identified special number call originating devices; and (c) a treating unit coupled with the detecting unit and with the telecommunication system; the treating unit effecting a predetermined treatment of the received communication.

Abstract: A system for dynamically coupling a special number call from a calling unit with at least one function-focused answering unit includes: (a) at least one communication network configured and situated for communicative coupling with the calling unit; (b) at least one switching facility coupled with at least one network of the plurality of networks; (c) a special number call receiving facility coupled with the at least one switching facility; and (d) the at least one switching facility being coupled with the at least one function-focused answering unit. After receiving the special number call, the special number call receiving facility directs dynamically coupling the special number call to one or more included function-focused answering unit of the at least one function-focused answering unit via the at least one switching facility. Determination which function-focused answering unit is an included function-focused answering unit is made at the special number call receiving facility.

Abstract: Device for carrying out surface treatment on large objects, such as spray-painting of ships. In the prior art, a substantial proportion of the spray mist is deposited elsewhere, which is unwanted. The device proposes an enclosure which is movable along the hull of the ship, from which the spray-painting operation can be carried out through an opening disposed in the enclosure. An air curtain extending to the hull of the ship is present around this opening, through which it is not possible for spray to escape between the enclosure and the ship's hull. An extraction facility for mist is present in the enclosure and supply openings for air are provided. The enclosure consists of a housing which is accessible via a door.

Abstract: A system and method that routes special number calls from communications devices to an answering point that is selected based on a parameter. A peering network effects parameter-based routing of calls to a pre-assigned answering point, wherein the voice path and the signaling paths are set up simultaneously. A gateway in the peering network is connected to the service provider switch and receives special number calls. The gateway queries a pre-provisioned parameter server that determines call routing information for the particular communications device. The gateway then selects another gateway based on the routing information and delivers the call to the other gateway. The other gateway is connected to a router in the destination network and delivers the call and the call parameters to the router.

Abstract: A system and method for members of the public to retrieve and verify the accuracy of emergency response information that is associated with a communication device and would be utilized in an emergency services network should the device be used to summon emergency services. Such information can include location of the origin of a call for emergency services, identification of emergency service providers who would respond to such a call, and/or the level of accuracy of location information that would be provided to an emergency service dispatcher were such device used to summon emergency services.

Abstract: A process for preparing multimetal cyanide compounds by reacting a metal salt with a cyanometalate compound comprises the steps