System and markup language for information extraction from stand-alone devices in webspace

Abstract

A system and markup language for information extraction from stand-alone devices in webspace is disclosed. Devices are provided with Internet accessibility, thus becoming web objects, able to send and receive data through the Internet. A web object is assigned a static and dynamic serial number by its manufacturer which contains data pertaining to the web object / device. Also, the web object has the capability to report on its status, making such information available over the Internet. Thus, the device's owner can monitor the device by accessing it through the Internet and a web page, and the manufacturer or other authorized user can also securely access the device / web object to monitor its status. The web object can thus report that maintenance is required, a service part should be ordered, and maintains this information within the dynamic portion of its serial number, which updates based on changes to its status.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]The internet is used for a variety of functions, including transmission of data, text, pictures, and music. Most Internet access is currently obtained through wired means, such as a DSL line or a cable modem. Increasingly though, Internet access is available wirelessly, either within a structure such a home or outside a structure such as in a public park. As wireless Internet begins to become the dominant form of Internet access worldwide, new opportunities to connect previously unconnected devices to the Internet become possible.[0002]Currently, most devices, aside from computers, personal data assistants, and wireless phones do not have the capability to receive or send data through the Internet. To the Internet, these devices are unreachable and therefore do not exist. However, by providing a wireless Internet connection component to these devices, they may then be connected to the Internet and be manipulated remotely. The dominant Internet langua...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The present invention provides a system and method for using a markup language to create webpages for devices or objects that can be viewed and interacted with over the Internet. The mini-server in each device or object has its own unique IP address that allows for secure and wireless communication with the Internet. The system can be used in various applications such as monitoring the activity of medical devices, vehicles, or home entertainment systems. The user-friendly markup language makes it easy for users to access and interpret data displayed on the webpages. The system can also be used for real-time monitoring and control of the devices or objects.

Problems solved by technology

Currently, most devices, aside from computers, personal data assistants, and wireless phones do not have the capability to receive or send data through the Internet.

To the Internet, these devices are unreachable and therefore do not exist.

There are many different languages, however, but none treat devices as web objects able to be viewed as a webpage.

Manufacturers of products / devices are always very curious as to how they are being used, and obtaining this information through traditional means is difficult, expensive, time consuming, and generally not very accurate.

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