System

Abstract

A system is provided.SOLUTION: A system comprising: a terminal that authenticates a user by transmitting authentication information input by the user to a server; a terminal that identifies a developmental stage of the user based on profile data of the user acquired from the server; a terminal that constructs a search request based on a keyword input by the user and transmits the search request to the server; and a terminal that displays converted content transmitted from the server to the user.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The technology of the present disclosure relates to a system. [Background technology]

[0002] Patent document 1 discloses a persona chatbot control method performed by at least one processor, the method including the steps of receiving a user utterance, adding the user utterance to a prompt including an instruction sentence related to a description of the chatbot character, encoding the prompt, and inputting the encoded prompt into a language model to generate a chatbot utterance in response to the user utterance. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Publication No. 2022-180282 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] With the spread of the Internet in recent years, concerns have arisen about the influence of online content on children. In particular, if the websites and information that children view are not appropriate for their developmental stage, not only will their learning effectiveness be reduced, but they will also be at greater risk of being exposed to inappropriate information. Current web browsers and filtering systems have difficulty flexibly adjusting content according to children's developmental stage, making it difficult to ensure safe and beneficial Internet use. [Means for solving the problem]

[0005] The present invention provides a system for converting and displaying Internet content at an appropriate level of difficulty according to a child's developmental stage.

[0006] The system includes a terminal that transmits authentication information input by a user to a server to perform user authentication, a terminal that identifies the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server, a terminal that constructs a search request based on keywords input by the user and transmits it to the server, a means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content acquired by the server based on the user's developmental stage, and a terminal that displays the converted content transmitted from the server to the user.

[0007] This will enable children to view content that is safe and appropriate for their developmental stage, improving the learning outcomes of young people and reducing the risk of them being exposed to inappropriate information.

[0008] "User authentication" is the process of verifying that a user is a legitimate user, and is usually performed by sending authentication information to the server using a user ID and password.

[0009] "Terminal" refers to a device used by a user, including a PC, smartphone, tablet, etc.

[0010] A "server" is a computer system that communicates with terminals over a network and manages and processes data.

[0011] "Profile data" is a general term for information about a user, and includes, in particular, attributes such as age and grade that indicate the user's developmental stage.

[0012] The "development stage" indicates a stage in the growth process, such as the user's age or grade.

[0013] A "search request" refers to data that includes search keywords sent to a server to identify information that a user wants to know.

[0014] The "furigana providing means" is a means having a function of adding furigana to assist in reading kanji characters.

[0015] "Means for simplifying expressions" are means that have the function of converting difficult words and technical terms into simple expressions that even children can understand.

[0016] A "filtering means" is a means having the function of determining inappropriate content that a user attempts to access and restricting viewing of the content.

[0017] "Converted content" refers to web content that has been given furigana, simplified, and filtered according to the user's developmental stage. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0018] [Figure 1] 1 is a conceptual diagram showing an example of the configuration of a data processing system according to a first embodiment. [Figure 2] 1 is a conceptual diagram showing an example of main functions of a data processing device and a smart device according to a first embodiment. [Figure 3] FIG. 10 is a conceptual diagram showing an example of the configuration of a data processing system according to a second embodiment. [Figure 4] FIG. 10 is a conceptual diagram showing an example of main functions of a data processing device and smart glasses according to a second embodiment. [Figure 5] FIG. 10 is a conceptual diagram showing an example of the configuration of a data processing system according to a third embodiment. [Figure 6] FIG. 11 is a conceptual diagram showing an example of main functions of a data processing device and a headset-type terminal according to a third embodiment. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is a conceptual diagram showing an example of the configuration of a data processing system according to a fourth embodiment. [Figure 8] FIG. 10 is a conceptual diagram showing an example of main functions of a data processing device and a robot according to a fourth embodiment. [Figure 9] 1 shows an emotion map onto which multiple emotions are mapped. [Figure 10] 1 shows an emotion map onto which multiple emotions are mapped. [Figure 11] FIG. 3 is a sequence diagram showing a processing flow of the data processing system according to the first embodiment. [Figure 12] FIG. 10 is a sequence diagram showing the flow of processing in the data processing system in Application Example 1. [Figure 13] FIG. 10 is a sequence diagram showing the flow of processing in the data processing system according to the second embodiment when an emotion engine is combined. [Figure 14] FIG. 10 is a sequence diagram showing the flow of processing in the data processing system in Application Example 2 when an emotion engine is combined. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0019] An example of an embodiment of a system according to the technology of the present disclosure will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0020] First, the terms used in the following description will be explained.

[0021] In the following embodiments, a coded processor (hereinafter simply referred to as a "processor") may be a single arithmetic device or a combination of multiple arithmetic devices. Furthermore, a processor may be a single type of arithmetic device or a combination of multiple types of arithmetic devices. Examples of arithmetic devices include a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), a GPGPU (General-Purpose computing on Graphics Processing Units), and an APU (Accelerated Processing Unit).

[0022] In the following embodiments, a coded RAM (Random Access Memory) is a memory in which information is temporarily stored and is used as a working memory by a processor.

[0023] In the following embodiments, the coded storage is one or more non-volatile storage devices that store various programs, various parameters, etc. Examples of non-volatile storage devices include flash memory (SSD (Solid State Drive)), magnetic disks (e.g., hard disks), and magnetic tapes.

[0024] In the following embodiments, a communication I / F (Interface) with a symbol is an interface including a communication processor, an antenna, etc. The communication I / F controls communication between multiple computers. Examples of communication standards applied to the communication I / F include wireless communication standards including 5G (5th Generation Mobile Communication System), Wi-Fi (registered trademark), Bluetooth (registered trademark), etc.

[0025] In the following embodiments, "A and / or B" is synonymous with "at least one of A and B." In other words, "A and / or B" means that it may be only A, only B, or a combination of A and B. Furthermore, in this specification, the same concept as "A and / or B" is also applied when three or more things are expressed connected by "and / or."

[0026] [First embodiment]

[0027] FIG. 1 shows an example of the configuration of a data processing system 10 according to the first embodiment.

[0028] 1, a data processing system 10 includes a data processing device 12 and a smart device 14. An example of the data processing device 12 is a server.

[0029] The data processing device 12 includes a computer 22, a database 24, and a communication I / F 26. The computer 22 is an example of a "computer" according to the technology of the present disclosure. The computer 22 includes a processor 28, a RAM 30, and a storage 32. The processor 28, the RAM 30, and the storage 32 are connected to a bus 34. The database 24 and the communication I / F 26 are also connected to the bus 34. The communication I / F 26 is connected to a network 54. Examples of the network 54 include a WAN (Wide Area Network) and / or a LAN (Local Area Network).

[0030] The smart device 14 includes a computer 36, a reception device 38, an output device 40, a camera 42, and a communication I / F 44. The computer 36 includes a processor 46, a RAM 48, and a storage 50. The processor 46, the RAM 48, and the storage 50 are connected to a bus 52. The reception device 38, the output device 40, and the camera 42 are also connected to the bus 52.

[0031] The reception device 38 includes a touch panel 38A, a microphone 38B, and the like, and receives user input. The touch panel 38A detects contact with an indicator (for example, a pen or a finger) to receive user input by the touch of the indicator. The microphone 38B detects the user's voice to receive user input by voice. The control unit 46A transmits data indicating the user input received by the touch panel 38A and the microphone 38B to the data processing device 12. In the data processing device 12, the specific processing unit 290 acquires the data indicating the user input.

[0032] The output device 40 includes a display 40A and a speaker 40B, and presents data to the user 20 by outputting the data in a form of expression that the user 20 can perceive (for example, audio and / or text). The display 40A displays visible information such as text and images in accordance with instructions from the processor 46. The speaker 40B outputs audio in accordance with instructions from the processor 46. The camera 42 is a compact digital camera equipped with an optical system including a lens, aperture, and shutter, and an imaging element such as a CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) image sensor or a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) image sensor.

[0033] The communication I / F 44 is connected to a network 54. The communication I / Fs 44 and 26 control the exchange of various information between the processor 46 and the processor 28 via the network 54.

[0034] FIG. 2 shows an example of the main functions of the data processing device 12 and the smart device 14.

[0035] 2, in the data processing device 12, a specific process is performed by the processor 28. A specific processing program 56 is stored in the storage 32. The specific processing program 56 is an example of a "program" according to the technology of the present disclosure. The processor 28 reads the specific processing program 56 from the storage 32 and executes the read specific processing program 56 on the RAM 30. The specific process is realized by the processor 28 operating as a specific processing unit 290 in accordance with the specific processing program 56 executed on the RAM 30.

[0036] The storage 32 stores a data generation model 58 and an emotion identification model 59. The data generation model 58 and the emotion identification model 59 are used by the identification processing unit 290.

[0037] In the smart device 14, the processor 46 performs the reception output process. The storage 50 stores a reception output program 60. The reception output program 60 is used in conjunction with the specific processing program 56 by the data processing system 10. The processor 46 reads the reception output program 60 from the storage 50 and executes the read reception output program 60 on the RAM 48. The reception output process is realized by the processor 46 operating as the control unit 46A in accordance with the reception output program 60 executed on the RAM 48.

[0038] Next, a description will be given of the specific processing performed by the specific processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the smart device 14 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[0039] System Overview

[0040] This invention is a system that converts internet content to an appropriate level of difficulty according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display.

[0041] User authentication and profile retrieval

[0042] When a user logs in to "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0043] Searching and retrieving content

[0044] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[0045] Content Transformation and Filtering

[0046] The server converts the retrieved content according to the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it performs the following processes:

[0047] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[0048] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple words that children can understand.

[0049] 3. Filtering: Eliminate inappropriate content and provide only harmless information to children.

[0050] View content

[0051] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, allowing the user to safely view developmentally appropriate content.

[0052] Specific examples

[0053] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[0054] When user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searches for "Zoo information."

[0055] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0056] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[0057] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words into "children's zoo."

[0058] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[0059] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[0060] User "Taro (9 years old)" wants to research "global warming."

[0061] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0062] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[0063] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[0064] 4. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[0065] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet.

[0066] The processing flow will be explained below.

[0067] Step 1:

[0068] The user starts the "Manten Child Browser" and accesses the login screen. They enter their user ID and password and click the login button.

[0069] Step 2:

[0070] The terminal sends the user ID and password entered by the user to the server using a secure communication method.

[0071] Step 3:

[0072] The server compares the received user ID and password with the information in the database and performs authentication. If authentication is successful, it obtains the user's profile data (age, grade, etc.) and returns it to the terminal.

[0073] Step 4:

[0074] The device identifies the user's developmental stage based on the received profile data, and then initializes appropriate display settings (such as furigana annotation, font size, and filtering level).

[0075] Step 5:

[0076] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button. For example, "zoo information."

[0077] Step 6:

[0078] The device constructs a search request based on the input keywords and sends it to the server. The search request also includes the user's developmental stage.

[0079] Step 7:

[0080] The server retrieves the content of the requested URL from the Internet, which may be in HTML or text format.

[0081] Step 8:

[0082] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs a conversion process. First, a furigana assignment means adds furigana to kanji characters. Next, a simplification means converts difficult words and technical terms into words that are easy for children to understand. Finally, if inappropriate content is included, it is removed using a filtering means.

[0083] Step 9:

[0084] The server reconstructs the converted content and sends it to the device, ensuring that it is properly formatted.

[0085] Step 10:

[0086] The device then displays the converted content on the user's screen, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and appropriate font size and readability.

[0087] Step 11:

[0088] The user can view the displayed content and perform further searches or other operations as needed.

[0089] Example 1

[0090] Next, a description will be given of Example 1. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the smart device 14 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[0091] In the current Internet environment, the difficulty and content that children view is often not appropriate for their developmental stage, and a safe and useful browsing environment is not provided. Therefore, there is a need for a system that allows children to obtain information in a format that is easy for them to understand. In particular, a problem is that the content of information is often inappropriate for children who have difficulty reading kanji or understanding technical terminology.

[0092] The specific processing by the specific processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in the first embodiment is realized by the following means.

[0093] In this invention, the server includes means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering based on the user's developmental stage, a terminal for transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication, a terminal for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server, a terminal for constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, and a terminal for displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user. This enables children to efficiently collect information safely and appropriately.

[0094] "User authentication" is the process of sending authentication information entered by the user to a server and verifying the user's identity.

[0095] A "terminal" is an information processing device used by a user, and is a device that communicates with a server and executes various processes.

[0096] A "server" is a computer system that exists on the Internet and processes and provides various data in response to requests from terminals.

[0097] "Profile data" refers to information about an individual, such as the user's age and grade, and is data used to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0098] A "developmental stage" is a stage of growth defined based on the user's age, grade, etc.

[0099] A "search request" is a request to search for information on the Internet based on keywords entered by a user.

[0100] "Content" is a general term for information provided on the Internet, including text, images, videos, etc.

[0101] "Furigana addition" is a process that helps with the reading of kanji by adding reading kana above or next to the kanji.

[0102] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of replacing difficult words and technical terms with simpler terms that are easier for users to understand.

[0103] "Filtering" is a process of removing inappropriate information from the content provided to the user, leaving only appropriate information.

[0104] "Converted content" refers to information that has been processed, such as by adding furigana, simplifying expressions, or filtering.

[0105] A "browsing environment" refers to an environment in which users can browse information on the Internet, and includes a system that provides safe and appropriate information.

[0106] This invention provides a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level depending on a child's developmental stage, thereby providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. Specific embodiments of this system will be described below.

[0107] User authentication and profile retrieval

[0108] When a user logs into a dedicated browser application such as "Manten Child Browser," the device inputs the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server compares the received authentication information with the user information in its database, and if authentication is successful, obtains the user's profile data. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., and allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0109] Searching and retrieving content

[0110] When a user enters keywords into the search bar of a dedicated browser and clicks the search button, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server. The server then accesses the specified URL on the Internet and retrieves the requested content. The retrieved content is temporarily stored on the server.

[0111] Content Transformation and Filtering

[0112] The server then transforms the content based on the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it does the following:

[0113] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[0114] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult words and technical terms into simple terms that children can understand.

[0115] 3. Filtering: Eliminate inappropriate content and provide only harmless information to children.

[0116] The server sends this converted content to the terminal.

[0117] View content

[0118] The device receives the converted content sent from the server and displays it to the user, allowing the user to safely view content appropriate for their developmental stage.

[0119] Specific examples

[0120] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[0121] Let's take the example of a user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searching for "information about the zoo."

[0122] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0123] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[0124] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and simplifies "behavioral exhibits" into "showing how animals live."

[0125] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[0126] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[0127] User "Taro (9 years old)" wants to research "global warming."

[0128] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0129] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[0130] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[0131] 4. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[0132] Prompt Sentence Examples

[0133] Here are some example prompts for a generative AI model to explain its system:

[0134] 1. "Full marks: Describe the process of logging into a child browser. Explain specifically how authentication information is exchanged between the server and the device."

[0135] 2. Please explain how you will convert the acquired content to suit the child's developmental stage. Please provide details on the specific conversion process (adding furigana, simplifying expressions, filtering)

[0136] 3. "Please explain the specific process that Taro (age 9) goes through when researching 'global warming.' Please provide details from the search to the content display."

[0137] The present invention enables users to collect information safely and efficiently.

[0138] The flow of the identification process in the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

[0139] Step 1:

[0140] The user accesses the dedicated browser application and enters their user ID and password on the login screen.

[0141] Input: User ID and password

[0142] The terminal receives the entered user ID and password and sends them to the server.

[0143] Output: Authentication information sent to the server

[0144] Step 2:

[0145] The server compares the received authentication information with the database and determines whether or not authentication is possible.

[0146] Input: Authentication information sent from the device

[0147] The server compares the user information with the database and generates an authentication result.

[0148] Output: Authentication result (success or failure)

[0149] Step 3:

[0150] If the authentication is successful, the server retrieves the user's profile data from the database.

[0151] Input: Authentication result (if successful)

[0152] The server obtains profile data (age, grade) linked to the user ID.

[0153] Output: User profile data

[0154] Step 4:

[0155] The server transmits the profile data to the terminal.

[0156] Input: User profile data

[0157] The device analyzes the received profile data and identifies the user's developmental stage.

[0158] Output: User's development stage

[0159] Step 5:

[0160] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0161] Input: Search keyword (e.g. "zoo")

[0162] The device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[0163] Output: Search request sent to the server

[0164] Step 6:

[0165] The server receives the search request and retrieves the content from the specified URL on the Internet.

[0166] Input: Search request

[0167] The server accesses the requested URL and retrieves the HTML content of the page.

[0168] Output: Retrieved content

[0169] Step 7:

[0170] The server processes the retrieved content based on the user's developmental stage:

[0171] Furigana addition: Adds reading kana to kanji.

[0172] Simplification of expressions: Converting difficult words and technical terms into simpler terms.

[0173] Filtering: Removing inappropriate content.

[0174] Input: Retrieved content and user development stage

[0175] The server analyzes the content and performs the conversion process.

[0176] Output: The converted content

[0177] Step 8:

[0178] The server sends the converted content to the terminal.

[0179] Input: Transformed content

[0180] The terminal displays the received content to the user.

[0181] Output: The content displayed to the user

[0182] Specific operation example

[0183] 1. When a user (Koko-chan, age 5) searches for "zoo", the following happens:

[0184] Once Koko-chan logs in and authentication is successful, her age data will be sent to the device.

[0185] Koko-chan types "zoo" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0186] The device sends a search request for "zoo" to the server.

[0187] The server retrieves URLs related to "zoo" and converts the pages. For example, it converts "zoo" to "zoo" and "popular spot" to "popular spot."

[0188] The terminal will display the converted information to Koko-chan.

[0189] 2. When a user (Taro, age 9) searches for "global warming," the following occurs:

[0190] When Taro logs in and authentication is successful, his age data is sent to the device.

[0191] Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0192] The device sends a search request for "global warming" to the server.

[0193] The server retrieves URLs related to "global warming" and converts the pages. For example, it writes the furigana for "causes of global warming" as "chikyu ondan ka no gen'in" (chikyu ondan ka no gen'in) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" to "nisan ka tanso hai shutsuryo" (two-third carbon dioxide emissions).

[0194] The terminal displays the converted information to Taro.

[0195] In this way, the system allows users to efficiently gather information in a safe and appropriate manner.

[0196] (Application example 1)

[0197] Next, a description will be given of Application Example 1. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the smart device 14 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[0198] In today's Internet environment, there are many risks involved when children browse the internet. Information containing complex expressions and technical terms is particularly difficult for children to understand, and they may encounter inappropriate content. Furthermore, conventional systems are inadequate in adapting content to the user's developmental stage, making it difficult to provide appropriate educational value. Solving these issues and providing a safe and educational browsing environment is an important challenge in today's information society.

[0199] The specific processing by the specific processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in the application example 1 is realized by the following means.

[0200] In this invention, the server includes means for transmitting authentication information entered by a user to the server to perform user authentication, means for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data obtained from the server, means for constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content obtained by the server based on the user's developmental stage, means for displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user, means for translating the content appropriate to the user's developmental stage using a generative AI model, and means for constructing prompt sentences and using them for content conversion. This makes it possible to display the content entered by the user in a safe and easy-to-understand manner, thereby realizing a browsing environment that is beneficial to children.

[0201] "User authentication" is the process of verifying whether a user is a legitimate user based on the authentication information entered by the user.

[0202] "Profile data" is data that includes attribute information such as the user's age and grade, and is used to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0203] A "search request" is information requested to search for content on the Internet, and is created based on keywords entered by a user.

[0204] "Furigana annotation" is the process of adding furigana to Japanese kanji characters, indicating how they are read, making it easier for users to read the kanji.

[0205] "Expression simplification" is the process of converting difficult words and technical terms into simpler terms that are easier for users to understand.

[0206] "Filtering" is the process of filtering out inappropriate content and providing safe content to users.

[0207] A "generative AI model" is a model that has been trained using artificial intelligence techniques to perform a specific task.

[0208] A "prompt" is an instruction, such as a sentence or keyword, that is input to a generative AI model to help it operate properly.

[0209] "Content translation" is the process of converting a specific language or expression into another language, making it easier for users to understand.

[0210] This invention is a system that converts internet content to an appropriate level of difficulty according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display.

[0211] First, when a user logs in to the "Kids Safe Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0212] Next, when the user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves content from the Internet at the URL corresponding to the requested keywords.

[0213] The server converts the acquired content according to the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it adds furigana, simplifies expressions, and filters them. Another distinctive feature of this invention is content translation using a generative AI model. The generative AI model translates the content based on prompts and converts it into content appropriate for the user.

[0214] The converted content is then sent from the server to the device, where it is displayed to the user, allowing the user to safely view developmentally appropriate content.

[0215] To implement this system, you will need a device such as a smartphone, an internet connection, a server, and the following software:

[0216] Python

[0217] Requests library

[0218] BeautifulSoup

[0219] Transformers Library (Hugging Face)

[0220] Using a generative AI model, advanced content transformation is possible, providing useful and safe information to users, including children. For example, if a 5-year-old child wants to find information about "zoos," the following prompt sentence will be generated:

[0221] Prompt Sentence Examples

[0222] User ID: koko5

[0223] Password: password123

[0224] Search Keywords: Zoo

[0225] User Profile: Kindergarten

[0226] This allows the system to automatically convert content into something that is easy for children to view and understand, providing safe and useful content.

[0227] The flow of the specific processing in the application example 1 will be described with reference to FIG.

[0228] Step 1:

[0229] The user starts up the Kids Safe Browser and enters their user ID and password on the login screen, which causes the device to send the authentication information to the server.

[0230] Input: User ID, Password

[0231] Output: Sending authentication information to the server

[0232] Step 2:

[0233] The server authenticates the user based on the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, the server returns the user's profile data to the terminal.

[0234] Input: Credentials

[0235] Output: User profile data (age, grade)

[0236] Step 3:

[0237] The terminal identifies the user's developmental stage based on the acquired profile data.

[0238] Input: User profile data

[0239] Output: Developmental stage

[0240] Step 4:

[0241] The user enters keywords into the search bar and presses the search button. The device then constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[0242] Input: Search keyword

[0243] Output: Send a search request to the server

[0244] Step 5:

[0245] The server retrieves the relevant content on the Internet based on the received search request.

[0246] Input: Search request

[0247] Output: Retrieved content

[0248] Step 6:

[0249] The server converts the acquired content based on the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it adds furigana, simplifies expressions, filters, and translates the content using a generative AI model. It constructs a prompt sentence and uses the generative AI model to translate it.

[0250] Input: Retrieved content, developmental stage, prompt

[0251] Output: The converted content

[0252] Step 7:

[0253] The server sends the converted content to the terminal.

[0254] Input: Transformed content

[0255] Output: Sending content to a device

[0256] Step 8:

[0257] The device then displays the converted content to the user, who can then browse it and obtain safe and easy-to-understand information.

[0258] Input: Transformed content

[0259] Output: Displaying content to the user

[0260] Furthermore, an emotion engine that estimates the user's emotion may be combined. That is, the identification processing unit 290 may estimate the user's emotion using the emotion identification model 59 and perform identification processing using the user's emotion.

[0261] System Overview

[0262] This invention combines a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and useful browsing environment, with an emotion engine that recognizes the user's emotions. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display, and also has the function of adjusting the content display based on the user's emotions.

[0263] User authentication and profile retrieval

[0264] When a user logs in to "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0265] Emotion recognition by emotion engine

[0266] The emotion engine analyzes emotions from the user's facial expressions and voice. For example, it uses a camera to analyze the user's facial expressions in real time, or a microphone to analyze the tone of the voice. The analysis results are used to determine the user's current emotion (joy, sadness, anger, stress, etc.).

[0267] Searching and retrieving content

[0268] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[0269] Content Transformation and Filtering

[0270] The server converts the acquired content according to the user's developmental stage and emotions. Specifically, it performs the following processes:

[0271] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[0272] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple words that children can understand.

[0273] 3. Filtering: If inappropriate content is included, it will be removed by filtering measures.

[0274] 4. Emotion adjustment: Adjust the level of furigana annotation and simplification of expressions based on the user's emotions. For example, if it is determined that the user is feeling stressed, it will prioritize displaying relaxing content.

[0275] View content

[0276] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, using appropriate font size and readability based on the user's developmental stage and current emotional state.

[0277] Specific examples

[0278] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[0279] If user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searches for "zoo information," the emotion engine further analyzes whether Koko-chan is having fun.

[0280] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0281] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[0282] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words into "children's zoo."

[0283] 4. If Koko-chan is feeling happy, the emotion engine will prioritize pages with lots of bright colors and fun images to maintain that emotion.

[0284] 5. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[0285] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[0286] If user "Taro-kun (age 9)" wants to research "global warming," the emotion engine will further analyze whether Taro-kun is a little tired.

[0287] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0288] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[0289] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[0290] 4. If the emotion engine determines that Taro is a little tired, it will display content encouraging him to take a break or relaxing images.

[0291] 5. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[0292] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet, and also enables content to be displayed that takes into consideration their emotions.

[0293] The processing flow will be explained below.

[0294] Step 1:

[0295] The user starts the "Manten Child Browser" and accesses the login screen. They enter their user ID and password and click the login button.

[0296] Step 2:

[0297] The terminal sends the user ID and password entered by the user to the server using a secure communication method.

[0298] Step 3:

[0299] The server compares the received user ID and password with the information in the database and performs authentication. If authentication is successful, it obtains the user's profile data (age, grade, etc.) and returns it to the terminal.

[0300] Step 4:

[0301] The device identifies the user's developmental stage based on the received profile data, and then initializes appropriate display settings (such as furigana annotation, font size, and filtering level).

[0302] Step 5:

[0303] The device captures the user's facial expressions and voice in real time through the device's camera and microphone and sends them to the emotion engine.

[0304] Step 6:

[0305] The emotion engine uses facial recognition and voice analysis algorithms to determine the user's current emotion (happiness, sadness, anger, stress, etc.), and sends the result to the device.

[0306] Step 7:

[0307] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button. For example, "zoo information."

[0308] Step 8:

[0309] The device constructs a search request based on the input keywords and sends it to the server, which also includes the user's developmental stage and current emotional information.

[0310] Step 9:

[0311] The server retrieves the content of the requested URL from the Internet, which may be in HTML or text format.

[0312] Step 10:

[0313] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs a conversion process. First, a furigana assignment means adds furigana to the kanji. Next, an expression simplification means converts difficult words and technical terms into words that children can easily understand. If inappropriate content is included, it is removed by a filtering means. Furthermore, an emotion adjustment means adjusts the displayed content to match the user's current emotions. For example, if the user is feeling stressed, relaxing content will be displayed first.

[0314] Step 11:

[0315] The server reconstructs the converted content and sends it to the device, ensuring that it is properly formatted.

[0316] Step 12:

[0317] The device then displays the converted content on the user's screen, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, with appropriate font size and readability.

[0318] Step 13:

[0319] Users can browse the displayed content and perform further searches or other operations as needed. For example, if entertaining content is displayed, users will become more interested in it and continue to study or research.

[0320] Example 2

[0321] Next, a description will be given of Example 2. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the smart device 14 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[0322] In recent years, the Internet has become popular as a means of educating children and gathering information. However, the content available on the Internet is diverse, and the difficulty and content are often inappropriate for children's developmental stage. Furthermore, providing information that ignores children's emotions and stress levels can hinder effective education and a safe browsing environment. Conventional systems have user authentication and basic content filtering functions, but they have the problem of being unable to dynamically adjust content according to children's developmental stage and emotions.

[0323] The identification process by the identification processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in Example 2 is realized by the following means. In this invention, the server includes a terminal having a function of transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication, a terminal having a function of identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server, a terminal including an emotion engine having a function of recognizing the user's emotions and acquiring emotion information, a terminal having a function of constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content acquired by the server based on the user's developmental stage and emotions, and a terminal having a function of displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user. This makes it possible to provide appropriate and safe content according to a child's developmental stage and emotional state.

[0324] "User authentication" is the process by which a user identifies themselves to a system using an ID and password.

[0325] A "terminal" is a computer or device that is operated by a user and that communicates with a server.

[0326] A "server" is a computer system that sends and receives data and processes content over a network.

[0327] "Profile data" is information about the user, such as age, grade, and personal settings.

[0328] The "developmental stage" refers to the degree of psychological and physiological growth of the user based on age, grade, etc.

[0329] An "emotion engine" is a software or hardware function that analyzes a user's facial expressions and voice to determine their emotional state.

[0330] A "search request" is a request that a terminal sends to a server to search for information based on keywords entered by a user.

[0331] "Furigana addition" is a process of adding the reading of the kana corresponding to the kanji.

[0332] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of converting difficult technical terms and complex expressions into simpler terms.

[0333] "Filtering" is the process of detecting and removing or masking inappropriate material within content.

[0334] "Converted content" refers to content that has been given furigana, simplified, and filtered.

[0335] This invention is a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. This system is combined with an emotion engine that recognizes the user's emotions. The system executes a series of processes, from user authentication to content conversion and display, and also has the function of adjusting the content display based on the user's emotions.

[0336] Hardware and Software Details

[0337] 1. A terminal is a computer or smart device operated by a user, and performs a series of processes such as user authentication.

[0338] 2. The server is a computer system responsible for sending and receiving data and processing content, and uses a high-performance database and natural language processing engine, such as the Natural Language Processing Toolkit (NLTK) implemented in Python and TensorFlow, a machine learning framework.

[0339] 3. The emotion engine uses the user's camera and microphone to analyze facial expressions and voice in real time to determine their emotional state, using software technologies such as OpenCV and Google's voice analysis API.

[0340] System functions and processing flow

[0341] 1. User authentication:

[0342] When a user logs in to the "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server.

[0343] The server verifies the authentication information and, if successful, sends the user's profile data, including the user's age and grade, to the device.

[0344] 2. Emotion recognition using emotion engine:

[0345] Using the device's camera and microphone, the emotion engine analyzes the user's facial expressions and voice to determine emotions, such as joy, anger, sadness, and happiness from smiles and eyebrow movements, and also identifies emotions from the tone and speed of speech.

[0346] 3. Search and retrieve content:

[0347] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and instructs a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[0348] The server retrieves relevant content from the Internet.

[0349] 4. Content transformation and filtering:

[0350] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs appropriate conversions based on the user's developmental stage and emotional information. Specifically, this includes adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering out inappropriate content.

[0351] For example, it adds furigana to kanji characters, converts difficult technical terms into simpler terms, removes inappropriate content, and adjusts the content to be more relaxing if the user is feeling stressed.

[0352] 5. Display of Content:

[0353] The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it to the user, taking into account appropriate font sizes and layouts.

[0354] Specific examples

[0355] Prompt Sentence Examples

[0356] "How do I search for zoo information using the Perfect Child Browser?"

[0357] "How can I research global warming using the Perfect Child Browser?"

[0358] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[0359] If a user "Toddler" searches for "Zoo Information", the emotion engine checks whether the Toddler is feeling happy.

[0360] 1. The user types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0361] 2. The device sends a search request to the server, and the server retrieves the relevant information.

[0362] 3. The server converts the information into something suitable for kindergarteners, adding furigana, simplifying difficult words, and prioritizing fun content.

[0363] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on the child's screen.

[0364] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[0365] If a user "Elementary School Student" wants to research "Global Warming," the emotion engine checks whether the student is a little tired.

[0366] 1. A user types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0367] 2. The device sends a search request to the server, and the server retrieves the relevant information.

[0368] 3. The server converts the information into a format suitable for elementary school students, adding furigana, simplifying difficult words, and prioritizing the display of relaxed content.

[0369] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on the elementary school student's screen.

[0370] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet, and also enables appropriate content to be displayed that takes into consideration their emotions.

[0371] The flow of the identification process in the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

[0372] Step 1: Perform user authentication

[0373] 1.1 The user logs in to the "Manten Child Browser."

[0374] Input: Enter your user ID and password.

[0375] Output: The authentication information is entered into the terminal.

[0376] Specific operation: The user enters their ID and password on the login screen and clicks the login button.

[0377] 1.2 The terminal sends the user ID and password to the server.

[0378] Input: User ID and password.

[0379] Output: The authentication information is sent to the server.

[0380] Specific operation: The device sends the entered ID and password to the server using HTTPS communication.

[0381] 1.3 The server verifies the authentication information.

[0382] Input: User ID and password.

[0383] Output: Authentication success or failure.

[0384] What happens: The server checks the received authentication information against its database to see if it matches.

[0385] 1.4 If the authentication is successful, the server sends the user profile data to the terminal.

[0386] Input: Authentication success or failure.

[0387] Output: User profile data.

[0388] Specific operation: If authentication is successful, the server sends profile information such as the user's age, grade, and personal settings to the device.

[0389] Step 2: Emotion recognition by the emotion engine

[0390] 2.1 The emotion engine captures the user's facial expressions with a camera and analyzes them in real time.

[0391] Input: Camera footage.

[0392] Output: Facial expression analysis data.

[0393] How it works: The emotion engine uses the built-in camera to capture the user's facial expressions, which are then analyzed by an AI model to determine their emotional state.

[0394] 2.2 The emotion engine captures the user's voice through a microphone and analyzes the tone.

[0395] Input: Microphone audio data.

[0396] Output: Audio analysis data.

[0397] How it works: The emotion engine uses a microphone to record the user's voice and uses a voice analysis algorithm to analyze the tone and rate to infer emotions.

[0398] 2.3 The device receives the analysis results from the emotion engine and stores the current emotion information.

[0399] Input: Facial expression analysis data and speech analysis data.

[0400] Output: Emotion information data.

[0401] What happens: The device stores the analysis results in memory and uses them to display future content.

[0402] Step 3: Find and retrieve content

[0403] 3.1 The user enters keywords into the search bar and initiates a search.

[0404] Input: Search keyword.

[0405] Output: The search request.

[0406] What happens: The user enters something like "zoo" or "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0407] 3.2 The device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[0408] Input: Search keyword.

[0409] Output: A search request is sent to the server.

[0410] Specific operation: The device generates a search request including the input keyword as a parameter and sends it to the server.

[0411] 3.3 The server retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[0412] Input: A search request.

[0413] Output: The retrieved content.

[0414] Specific operation: Based on the received request, the server retrieves relevant content from search engines and database APIs on the Internet.

[0415] Step 4: Transforming and filtering content

[0416] 4.1 The server analyzes the retrieved content and identifies the user's developmental stage.

[0417] Input: Retrieved content, user profile data.

[0418] Output: Analysis data.

[0419] Specific operation: The server refers to the user's profile data, sets conversion rules according to the developmental stage, and analyzes the acquired content.

[0420] 4.2 The server adds furigana to the kanji characters and converts technical terms and difficult expressions into simpler terms.

[0421] Input: Analysis data.

[0422] Output: The converted content.

[0423] What it does: The server uses a natural language processing engine to add furigana to kanji characters and convert difficult words and expressions into more understandable language.

[0424] 4.3 The server will use filtering measures to remove inappropriate content.

[0425] Input: The converted content.

[0426] Output: The filtered content.

[0427] What it does: The server uses content filtering algorithms to detect inappropriate content and remove or modify it as necessary.

[0428] 4.4 The server adjusts the level of furigana annotation and expression simplification based on the analyzed emotional information.

[0429] Input: filtered content, emotional information data.

[0430] Output: Emotionally tailored content.

[0431] Specific operation: Based on the emotional information, the server adjusts the furigana and expression level to match the user's emotional state, adjusting it to have a relaxing effect.

[0432] Step 5: Displaying Content

[0433] 5.1 The server sends the converted content to the device.

[0434] Input: Emotionally tailored content.

[0435] Output: Content is sent to the device for display.

[0436] Specific operation: The server sends the adjusted content to the device using HTTPS communication.

[0437] 5.2 The device displays the received content to the user.

[0438] Input: Content to display.

[0439] Output: Content display.

[0440] Specific behavior: The device displays the received content to the user in an intuitive and easily understandable format with appropriate font size, color, and layout.

[0441] (Application example 2)

[0442] Next, a description will be given of Application Example 2. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the smart device 14 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[0443] When children browse content online, it is important that they are provided with content appropriate to their age and developmental stage. However, existing systems do not adjust the content display to take into account the child's emotional state, which can cause stress and loss of concentration. Furthermore, in order to provide appropriate instruction and education, it is necessary to provide content that adapts to the child's emotional state. To solve these issues, a system with emotion recognition capabilities is desired.

[0444] The identification process by the identification processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in Application Example 2 is realized by the following means. In this invention, the server includes: means for transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication; means for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server; means including an emotion engine for analyzing the user's facial expression and voice tone using a camera and microphone to recognize the user's emotions; and means for adjusting the display of content according to the user's emotional state recognized by the emotion engine. This makes it possible to provide content adapted to a child's developmental stage and emotional state.

[0445] Definitions of important words

[0446] "User authentication" is a process in which authentication information entered by a user is sent to a server, and the server verifies the authentication information to authenticate the user.

[0447] "Profile data" refers to personal information such as the user's age, gender, hobbies, etc. that is held by the server, and is data used to identify the user's developmental stage based on this information.

[0448] "Developmental stage" refers to each stage in which a user has different learning and understanding abilities based on age, grade, etc.

[0449] A "search request" is a request to search for content that is sent to a server based on keywords entered by a user.

[0450] "Furigana assignment" is the process of adding furigana to Japanese kanji characters to indicate how they are read.

[0451] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of converting difficult words and technical terms into simple terms that even children can understand.

[0452] "Filtering" is the process of filtering out inappropriate content and limiting the information that is displayed.

[0453] The "emotion engine" is a system that uses a camera and microphone to analyze a user's facial expressions and tone of voice to recognize the user's emotional state.

[0454] "Content display adjustment" is the process of adjusting the content display method and content according to the user's emotional state recognized by the emotion engine.

[0455] "Internet content" refers to various information, articles, videos, etc. that exist on the Internet.

[0456] MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[0457] The present invention is a system for enabling children to view appropriate and safe content on the Internet, and is implemented as follows.

[0458] User authentication and profile retrieval

[0459] When a user logs in using a device, the device sends the authentication information (user ID and password) entered by the user to the server. The server verifies the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, sends the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, hobbies, etc., and this allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0460] Emotion recognition by emotion engine

[0461] The emotion engine uses the device's built-in camera and microphone to analyze the user's facial expressions and vocal tone in real time. This engine uses Google Cloud's Vision API and Speech-to-Text API to determine the user's emotional state. The engine recognizes whether the user is happy, sad, angry, stressed, etc.

[0462] Searching and retrieving content

[0463] When a user enters keywords into the search bar on their device, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves content on the Internet based on the keywords and converts it into a format suitable for the user.

[0464] Content Transformation and Filtering

[0465] The server processes the retrieved content as follows:

[0466] 1. Furigana addition: Furigana is added to kanji to make them easier to read.

[0467] 2. Simplification of expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simpler terms.

[0468] 3. Filtering: If inappropriate content is included, it is removed.

[0469] 4. Emotional adjustment: Based on the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, the level of furigana annotation and simplification of expressions are adjusted, and relaxing content is prioritized.

[0470] View content

[0471] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and emotional state, with appropriate font size and readability.

[0472] Specific examples

[0473] Browsing for kindergarteners

[0474] If a user searches for "zoo information," the emotion engine further analyzes whether the user is feeling happy. When the user enters "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button, the device sends the keyword to the server, which converts the retrieved information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words to "children's zoo." If the emotion engine finds the user feeling happy, it prioritizes displaying pages with lots of bright colors and fun images to maintain that feeling. The server sends the converted content to the device, and the device displays this content to the user.

[0475] (Example of a prompt for a generative AI model)

[0476] text

[0477] Based on the results from the emotion recognition API, suggest content such as:

[0478] User's age: 7 years old

[0479] Emotion: Happy

[0480] Product Keywords: Adventure World Toys

[0481] instruction:

[0482] 1. Get and display the product list.

[0483] 2. Generate product descriptions that match the user's emotions and display them with furigana.

[0484] The flow of the specific processing in the application example 2 will be described with reference to FIG.

[0485] Specific explanation of the program's processing steps

[0486] Step 1:

[0487] The user logs in on the terminal and enters authentication information (user ID and password). The terminal sends this authentication information to the server. The server verifies the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, returns the user's profile data to the terminal. This profile data includes information such as the user's age, grade, and hobbies. Input: User ID, password. Output: Profile data.

[0488] Step 2:

[0489] The terminal analyzes the profile data received from the server and identifies the user's developmental stage. Input: Profile data. Output: Developmental stage information.

[0490] Step 3:

[0491] The device's built-in camera and microphone are used to record the user's facial expressions and voice tone in real time. The recorded data is sent to the emotion engine, which then analyzes the user's emotional state using, for example, Google Cloud's Vision API or Speech-to-Text API. As a result of the analysis, the user's emotions, such as joy, sadness, anger, or stress, are recognized. Input: facial expression data, voice data. Output: emotional state.

[0492] Step 4:

[0493] The user enters keywords into the search bar on their device. The device builds a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server. The server retrieves content on the Internet based on the specified keywords and converts the content into a format suitable for the user. Input: Keywords. Output: Search request.

[0494] Step 5:

[0495] The server retrieves the content based on the search request and performs the following conversion process.

[0496] 1. Add furigana to kanji.

[0497] 2. Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple terms.

[0498] 3. Filter inappropriate content.

[0499] 4. Tailor what is displayed based on the user's developmental stage and emotional state.

[0500] Input: Retrieved content, developmental stage information, emotional state. Output: Transformed content.

[0501] Step 6:

[0502] The server sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user. The displayed content is adapted to the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, taking into consideration appropriate font size and readability. Input: Converted content. Output: Displayed content.

[0503] Step 7:

[0504] While the user browses the displayed content, the device continues to monitor the user's facial expressions and voice tone, analyzing their emotional state in real time. If the device detects changes such as the user becoming stressed or losing concentration, it sends that information to the server, which then readjusts and delivers the content. Input: Real-time facial expression data and voice data. Output: Readjusted content.

[0505] The specific processing unit 290 transmits the result of the specific processing to the smart device 14. In the smart device 14, the control unit 46A causes the output device 40 to output the result of the specific processing. The microphone 38B acquires audio indicating a user input regarding the result of the specific processing. The control unit 46A transmits audio data indicating the user input acquired by the microphone 38B to the data processing device 12. In the data processing device 12, the specific processing unit 290 acquires the audio data.

[0506] The data generation model 58 is a so-called generative AI (Artificial Intelligence). An example of the data generation model 58 is ChatGPT (Internet Search<URL: https: / / openai.com / blog / chatgpt> ), Gemini (Internet search <url: https: gemini.google.com ?hl="ja">) and other generation AIs. The data generation model 58 is obtained by performing deep learning on a neural network. A prompt including an instruction is input to the data generation model 58, and inference data such as voice data indicating voice, text data indicating text, and image data indicating an image is also input. The data generation model 58 performs inference on the input inference data in accordance with the instruction indicated by the prompt, and outputs the inference result in a data format such as voice data and text data. Here, inference refers to, for example, analysis, classification, prediction, and / or summarization.

[0507] In the above embodiment, an example in which the specific process is performed by the data processing device 12 has been given, but the technology of the present disclosure is not limited to this, and the specific process may be performed by the smart device 14.

[0508] [Second embodiment]

[0509] FIG. 3 shows an example of the configuration of a data processing system 210 according to the second embodiment.

[0510] 3, the data processing system 210 includes the data processing device 12 and smart glasses 214. An example of the data processing device 12 is a server.

[0511] The data processing device 12 includes a computer 22, a database 24, and a communication I / F 26. The computer 22 is an example of a "computer" according to the technology of the present disclosure. The computer 22 includes a processor 28, a RAM 30, and a storage 32. The processor 28, the RAM 30, and the storage 32 are connected to a bus 34. The database 24 and the communication I / F 26 are also connected to the bus 34. The communication I / F 26 is connected to a network 54. Examples of the network 54 include a WAN (Wide Area Network) and / or a LAN (Local Area Network).

[0512] The smart glasses 214 include a computer 36, a microphone 238, a speaker 240, a camera 42, and a communication I / F 44. The computer 36 includes a processor 46, a RAM 48, and a storage 50. The processor 46, the RAM 48, and the storage 50 are connected to a bus 52. The microphone 238, the speaker 240, and the camera 42 are also connected to the bus 52.

[0513] The microphone 238 receives instructions and the like from the user 20 by receiving voice uttered by the user 20. The microphone 238 captures the voice uttered by the user 20, converts the captured voice into audio data, and outputs it to the processor 46. The speaker 240 outputs audio in accordance with instructions from the processor 46.

[0514] Camera 42 is a small digital camera equipped with an optical system including a lens, aperture, and shutter, and an imaging element such as a CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) image sensor or a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) image sensor, and captures images of the surroundings of user 20 (for example, an imaging range defined by an angle of view equivalent to the field of vision of a typical healthy person).

[0515] The communication I / F 44 is connected to a network 54. The communication I / Fs 44 and 26 are responsible for the exchange of various information between the processor 46 and the processor 28 via the network 54. The exchange of various information between the processor 46 and the processor 28 using the communication I / Fs 44 and 26 is carried out in a secure state.

[0516] Fig. 4 shows an example of the main functions of the data processing device 12 and the smart glasses 214. As shown in Fig. 4, in the data processing device 12, a specific process is performed by the processor 28. A specific process program 56 is stored in the storage 32.

[0517] The specific processing program 56 is an example of a "program" according to the technology of the present disclosure. The processor 28 reads the specific processing program 56 from the storage 32 and executes the read specific processing program 56 on the RAM 30. The specific processing is realized by the processor 28 operating as a specific processing unit 290 in accordance with the specific processing program 56 executed on the RAM 30.

[0518] The storage 32 stores a data generation model 58 and an emotion identification model 59. The data generation model 58 and the emotion identification model 59 are used by the identification processing unit 290.

[0519] In the smart glasses 214, the processor 46 performs the reception output process. A reception output program 60 is stored in the storage 50. The processor 46 reads the reception output program 60 from the storage 50 and executes the read reception output program 60 on the RAM 48. The reception output process is realized by the processor 46 operating as the control unit 46A in accordance with the reception output program 60 executed on the RAM 48.

[0520] Next, a description will be given of the identification process performed by the identification processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as the "server" and the smart glasses 214 will be referred to as the "terminal."

[0521] System Overview

[0522] This invention is a system that converts internet content to an appropriate level of difficulty according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display.

[0523] User authentication and profile retrieval

[0524] When a user logs in to "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0525] Searching and retrieving content

[0526] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[0527] Content Transformation and Filtering

[0528] The server converts the retrieved content according to the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it performs the following processes:

[0529] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[0530] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple words that children can understand.

[0531] 3. Filtering: Eliminate inappropriate content and provide only harmless information to children.

[0532] View content

[0533] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, allowing the user to safely view developmentally appropriate content.

[0534] Specific examples

[0535] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[0536] When user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searches for "Zoo information."

[0537] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0538] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[0539] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words into "children's zoo."

[0540] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[0541] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[0542] User "Taro (9 years old)" wants to research "global warming."

[0543] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0544] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[0545] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[0546] 4. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[0547] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet.

[0548] The processing flow will be explained below.

[0549] Step 1:

[0550] The user starts the "Manten Child Browser" and accesses the login screen. They enter their user ID and password and click the login button.

[0551] Step 2:

[0552] The terminal sends the user ID and password entered by the user to the server using a secure communication method.

[0553] Step 3:

[0554] The server compares the received user ID and password with the information in the database and performs authentication. If authentication is successful, it obtains the user's profile data (age, grade, etc.) and returns it to the terminal.

[0555] Step 4:

[0556] The device identifies the user's developmental stage based on the received profile data, and then initializes appropriate display settings (such as furigana annotation, font size, and filtering level).

[0557] Step 5:

[0558] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button. For example, "zoo information."

[0559] Step 6:

[0560] The device constructs a search request based on the input keywords and sends it to the server. The search request also includes the user's developmental stage.

[0561] Step 7:

[0562] The server retrieves the content of the requested URL from the Internet, which may be in HTML or text format.

[0563] Step 8:

[0564] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs a conversion process. First, a furigana assignment means adds furigana to kanji characters. Next, a simplification means converts difficult words and technical terms into words that are easy for children to understand. Finally, if inappropriate content is included, it is removed using a filtering means.

[0565] Step 9:

[0566] The server reconstructs the converted content and sends it to the device, ensuring that it is properly formatted.

[0567] Step 10:

[0568] The device then displays the converted content on the user's screen, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and appropriate font size and readability.

[0569] Step 11:

[0570] The user can view the displayed content and perform further searches or other operations as needed.

[0571] Example 1

[0572] Next, a description will be given of Example 1. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the smart glasses 214 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[0573] In the current Internet environment, the difficulty and content that children view is often not appropriate for their developmental stage, and a safe and useful browsing environment is not provided. Therefore, there is a need for a system that allows children to obtain information in a format that is easy for them to understand. In particular, a problem is that the content of information is often inappropriate for children who have difficulty reading kanji or understanding technical terminology.

[0574] The specific processing by the specific processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in the first embodiment is realized by the following means.

[0575] In this invention, the server includes means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering based on the user's developmental stage, a terminal for transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication, a terminal for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server, a terminal for constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, and a terminal for displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user. This enables children to efficiently collect information safely and appropriately.

[0576] "User authentication" is the process of sending authentication information entered by the user to a server and verifying the user's identity.

[0577] A "terminal" is an information processing device used by a user, and is a device that communicates with a server and executes various processes.

[0578] A "server" is a computer system that exists on the Internet and processes and provides various data in response to requests from terminals.

[0579] "Profile data" refers to information about an individual, such as the user's age and grade, and is data used to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0580] A "developmental stage" is a stage of growth defined based on the user's age, grade, etc.

[0581] A "search request" is a request to search for information on the Internet based on keywords entered by a user.

[0582] "Content" is a general term for information provided on the Internet, including text, images, videos, etc.

[0583] "Furigana addition" is a process that helps with the reading of kanji by adding reading kana above or next to the kanji.

[0584] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of replacing difficult words and technical terms with simpler terms that are easier for users to understand.

[0585] "Filtering" is a process of removing inappropriate information from the content provided to the user, leaving only appropriate information.

[0586] "Converted content" refers to information that has been processed, such as by adding furigana, simplifying expressions, or filtering.

[0587] A "browsing environment" refers to an environment in which users can browse information on the Internet, and includes a system that provides safe and appropriate information.

[0588] This invention provides a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level depending on a child's developmental stage, thereby providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. Specific embodiments of this system will be described below.

[0589] User authentication and profile retrieval

[0590] When a user logs into a dedicated browser application such as "Manten Child Browser," the device inputs the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server compares the received authentication information with the user information in its database, and if authentication is successful, obtains the user's profile data. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., and allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0591] Searching and retrieving content

[0592] When a user enters keywords into the search bar of a dedicated browser and clicks the search button, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server. The server then accesses the specified URL on the Internet and retrieves the requested content. The retrieved content is temporarily stored on the server.

[0593] Content Transformation and Filtering

[0594] The server then transforms the content based on the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it does the following:

[0595] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[0596] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult words and technical terms into simple terms that children can understand.

[0597] 3. Filtering: Eliminate inappropriate content and provide only harmless information to children.

[0598] The server sends this converted content to the terminal.

[0599] View content

[0600] The device receives the converted content sent from the server and displays it to the user, allowing the user to safely view content appropriate for their developmental stage.

[0601] Specific examples

[0602] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[0603] Let's take the example of a user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searching for "information about the zoo."

[0604] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0605] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[0606] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and simplifies "behavioral exhibits" into "showing how animals live."

[0607] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[0608] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[0609] User "Taro (9 years old)" wants to research "global warming."

[0610] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0611] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[0612] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[0613] 4. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[0614] Prompt Sentence Examples

[0615] Here are some example prompts for a generative AI model to explain its system:

[0616] 1. "Full marks: Describe the process of logging into a child browser. Explain specifically how authentication information is exchanged between the server and the device."

[0617] 2. Please explain how you will convert the acquired content to suit the child's developmental stage. Please provide details on the specific conversion process (adding furigana, simplifying expressions, filtering)

[0618] 3. "Please explain the specific process that Taro (age 9) goes through when researching 'global warming.' Please provide details from the search to the content display."

[0619] The present invention enables users to collect information safely and efficiently.

[0620] The flow of the identification process in the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

[0621] Step 1:

[0622] The user accesses the dedicated browser application and enters their user ID and password on the login screen.

[0623] Input: User ID and password

[0624] The terminal receives the entered user ID and password and sends them to the server.

[0625] Output: Authentication information sent to the server

[0626] Step 2:

[0627] The server compares the received authentication information with the database and determines whether or not authentication is possible.

[0628] Input: Authentication information sent from the device

[0629] The server compares the user information with the database and generates an authentication result.

[0630] Output: Authentication result (success or failure)

[0631] Step 3:

[0632] If the authentication is successful, the server retrieves the user's profile data from the database.

[0633] Input: Authentication result (if successful)

[0634] The server obtains profile data (age, grade) linked to the user ID.

[0635] Output: User profile data

[0636] Step 4:

[0637] The server transmits the profile data to the terminal.

[0638] Input: User profile data

[0639] The device analyzes the received profile data and identifies the user's developmental stage.

[0640] Output: User's development stage

[0641] Step 5:

[0642] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0643] Input: Search keyword (e.g. "zoo")

[0644] The device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[0645] Output: Search request sent to the server

[0646] Step 6:

[0647] The server receives the search request and retrieves the content from the specified URL on the Internet.

[0648] Input: Search request

[0649] The server accesses the requested URL and retrieves the HTML content of the page.

[0650] Output: Retrieved content

[0651] Step 7:

[0652] The server processes the retrieved content based on the user's developmental stage:

[0653] Furigana addition: Adds reading kana to kanji.

[0654] Simplification of expressions: Converting difficult words and technical terms into simpler terms.

[0655] Filtering: Removing inappropriate content.

[0656] Input: Retrieved content and user development stage

[0657] The server analyzes the content and performs the conversion process.

[0658] Output: The converted content

[0659] Step 8:

[0660] The server sends the converted content to the terminal.

[0661] Input: Transformed content

[0662] The terminal displays the received content to the user.

[0663] Output: The content displayed to the user

[0664] Specific operation example

[0665] 1. When a user (Koko-chan, age 5) searches for "zoo", the following happens:

[0666] Once Koko-chan logs in and authentication is successful, her age data will be sent to the device.

[0667] Koko-chan types "zoo" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0668] The device sends a search request for "zoo" to the server.

[0669] The server retrieves URLs related to "zoo" and converts the pages. For example, it converts "zoo" to "zoo" and "popular spot" to "popular spot."

[0670] The terminal will display the converted information to Koko-chan.

[0671] 2. When a user (Taro, age 9) searches for "global warming," the following occurs:

[0672] When Taro logs in and authentication is successful, his age data is sent to the device.

[0673] Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0674] The device sends a search request for "global warming" to the server.

[0675] The server retrieves URLs related to "global warming" and converts the pages. For example, it writes the furigana for "causes of global warming" as "chikyu ondan ka no gen'in" (chikyu ondan ka no gen'in) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" to "nisan ka tanso hai shutsuryo" (two-third carbon dioxide emissions).

[0676] The terminal displays the converted information to Taro.

[0677] In this way, the system allows users to efficiently gather information in a safe and appropriate manner.

[0678] (Application example 1)

[0679] Next, a description will be given of Application Example 1. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the smart glasses 214 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[0680] In today's Internet environment, there are many risks involved when children browse the internet. Information containing complex expressions and technical terms is particularly difficult for children to understand, and they may encounter inappropriate content. Furthermore, conventional systems are inadequate in adapting content to the user's developmental stage, making it difficult to provide appropriate educational value. Solving these issues and providing a safe and educational browsing environment is an important challenge in today's information society.

[0681] The specific processing by the specific processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in the application example 1 is realized by the following means.

[0682] In this invention, the server includes means for transmitting authentication information entered by a user to the server to perform user authentication, means for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data obtained from the server, means for constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content obtained by the server based on the user's developmental stage, means for displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user, means for translating the content appropriate to the user's developmental stage using a generative AI model, and means for constructing prompt sentences and using them for content conversion. This makes it possible to display the content entered by the user in a safe and easy-to-understand manner, thereby realizing a browsing environment that is beneficial to children.

[0683] "User authentication" is the process of verifying whether a user is a legitimate user based on the authentication information entered by the user.

[0684] "Profile data" is data that includes attribute information such as the user's age and grade, and is used to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0685] A "search request" is information requested to search for content on the Internet, and is created based on keywords entered by a user.

[0686] "Furigana annotation" is the process of adding furigana to Japanese kanji characters, indicating how they are read, making it easier for users to read the kanji.

[0687] "Expression simplification" is the process of converting difficult words and technical terms into simpler terms that are easier for users to understand.

[0688] "Filtering" is the process of filtering out inappropriate content and providing safe content to users.

[0689] A "generative AI model" is a model that has been trained using artificial intelligence techniques to perform a specific task.

[0690] A "prompt" is an instruction, such as a sentence or keyword, that is input to a generative AI model to help it operate properly.

[0691] "Content translation" is the process of converting a specific language or expression into another language, making it easier for users to understand.

[0692] This invention is a system that converts internet content to an appropriate level of difficulty according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display.

[0693] First, when a user logs in to the "Kids Safe Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0694] Next, when the user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves content from the Internet at the URL corresponding to the requested keywords.

[0695] The server converts the acquired content according to the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it adds furigana, simplifies expressions, and filters them. Another distinctive feature of this invention is content translation using a generative AI model. The generative AI model translates the content based on prompts and converts it into content appropriate for the user.

[0696] The converted content is then sent from the server to the device, where it is displayed to the user, allowing the user to safely view developmentally appropriate content.

[0697] To implement this system, you will need a device such as a smartphone, an internet connection, a server, and the following software:

[0698] Python

[0699] Requests library

[0700] BeautifulSoup

[0701] Transformers Library (Hugging Face)

[0702] Using a generative AI model, advanced content transformation is possible, providing useful and safe information to users, including children. For example, if a 5-year-old child wants to find information about "zoos," the following prompt sentence will be generated:

[0703] Prompt Sentence Examples

[0704] User ID: koko5

[0705] Password: password123

[0706] Search Keywords: Zoo

[0707] User Profile: Kindergarten

[0708] This allows the system to automatically convert content into something that is easy for children to view and understand, providing safe and useful content.

[0709] The flow of the specific processing in the application example 1 will be described with reference to FIG.

[0710] Step 1:

[0711] The user starts up the Kids Safe Browser and enters their user ID and password on the login screen, which causes the device to send the authentication information to the server.

[0712] Input: User ID, Password

[0713] Output: Sending authentication information to the server

[0714] Step 2:

[0715] The server authenticates the user based on the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, the server returns the user's profile data to the terminal.

[0716] Input: Credentials

[0717] Output: User profile data (age, grade)

[0718] Step 3:

[0719] The terminal identifies the user's developmental stage based on the acquired profile data.

[0720] Input: User profile data

[0721] Output: Developmental stage

[0722] Step 4:

[0723] The user enters keywords into the search bar and presses the search button. The device then constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[0724] Input: Search keyword

[0725] Output: Send a search request to the server

[0726] Step 5:

[0727] The server retrieves the relevant content on the Internet based on the received search request.

[0728] Input: Search request

[0729] Output: Retrieved content

[0730] Step 6:

[0731] The server converts the acquired content based on the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it adds furigana, simplifies expressions, filters, and translates the content using a generative AI model. It constructs a prompt sentence and uses the generative AI model to translate it.

[0732] Input: Retrieved content, developmental stage, prompt

[0733] Output: The converted content

[0734] Step 7:

[0735] The server sends the converted content to the terminal.

[0736] Input: Transformed content

[0737] Output: Sending content to a device

[0738] Step 8:

[0739] The device then displays the converted content to the user, who can then browse it and obtain safe and easy-to-understand information.

[0740] Input: Transformed content

[0741] Output: Displaying content to the user

[0742] Furthermore, an emotion engine that estimates the user's emotion may be further combined. That is, the identification processing unit 290 may estimate the user's emotion using the emotion identification model 59, and perform identification processing using the user's emotion.

[0743] System Overview

[0744] This invention combines a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and useful browsing environment, with an emotion engine that recognizes the user's emotions. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display, and also has the function of adjusting the content display based on the user's emotions.

[0745] User authentication and profile retrieval

[0746] When a user logs in to "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0747] Emotion recognition by emotion engine

[0748] The emotion engine analyzes emotions from the user's facial expressions and voice. For example, it uses a camera to analyze the user's facial expressions in real time, or a microphone to analyze the tone of the voice. The analysis results are used to determine the user's current emotion (joy, sadness, anger, stress, etc.).

[0749] Searching and retrieving content

[0750] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[0751] Content Transformation and Filtering

[0752] The server converts the acquired content according to the user's developmental stage and emotions. Specifically, it performs the following processes:

[0753] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[0754] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple words that children can understand.

[0755] 3. Filtering: If inappropriate content is included, it will be removed by filtering measures.

[0756] 4. Emotion adjustment: Adjust the level of furigana annotation and simplification of expressions based on the user's emotions. For example, if it is determined that the user is feeling stressed, it will prioritize displaying relaxing content.

[0757] View content

[0758] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, using appropriate font size and readability based on the user's developmental stage and current emotional state.

[0759] Specific examples

[0760] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[0761] If user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searches for "zoo information," the emotion engine further analyzes whether Koko-chan is having fun.

[0762] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0763] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[0764] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words into "children's zoo."

[0765] 4. If Koko-chan is feeling happy, the emotion engine will prioritize pages with lots of bright colors and fun images to maintain that emotion.

[0766] 5. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[0767] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[0768] If user "Taro-kun (age 9)" wants to research "global warming," the emotion engine will further analyze whether Taro-kun is a little tired.

[0769] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0770] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[0771] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[0772] 4. If the emotion engine determines that Taro is a little tired, it will display content encouraging him to take a break or relaxing images.

[0773] 5. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[0774] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet, and also enables content to be displayed that takes into consideration their emotions.

[0775] The processing flow will be explained below.

[0776] Step 1:

[0777] The user starts the "Manten Child Browser" and accesses the login screen. They enter their user ID and password and click the login button.

[0778] Step 2:

[0779] The terminal sends the user ID and password entered by the user to the server using a secure communication method.

[0780] Step 3:

[0781] The server compares the received user ID and password with the information in the database and performs authentication. If authentication is successful, it obtains the user's profile data (age, grade, etc.) and returns it to the terminal.

[0782] Step 4:

[0783] The device identifies the user's developmental stage based on the received profile data, and then initializes appropriate display settings (such as furigana annotation, font size, and filtering level).

[0784] Step 5:

[0785] The device captures the user's facial expressions and voice in real time through the device's camera and microphone and sends them to the emotion engine.

[0786] Step 6:

[0787] The emotion engine uses facial recognition and voice analysis algorithms to determine the user's current emotion (happiness, sadness, anger, stress, etc.), and sends the result to the device.

[0788] Step 7:

[0789] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button. For example, "zoo information."

[0790] Step 8:

[0791] The device constructs a search request based on the input keywords and sends it to the server, which also includes the user's developmental stage and current emotional information.

[0792] Step 9:

[0793] The server retrieves the content of the requested URL from the Internet, which may be in HTML or text format.

[0794] Step 10:

[0795] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs a conversion process. First, a furigana assignment means adds furigana to the kanji. Next, an expression simplification means converts difficult words and technical terms into words that children can easily understand. If inappropriate content is included, it is removed by a filtering means. Furthermore, an emotion adjustment means adjusts the displayed content to match the user's current emotions. For example, if the user is feeling stressed, relaxing content will be displayed first.

[0796] Step 11:

[0797] The server reconstructs the converted content and sends it to the device, ensuring that it is properly formatted.

[0798] Step 12:

[0799] The device then displays the converted content on the user's screen, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, with appropriate font size and readability.

[0800] Step 13:

[0801] Users can browse the displayed content and perform further searches or other operations as needed. For example, if entertaining content is displayed, users will become more interested in it and continue to study or research.

[0802] Example 2

[0803] Next, a description will be given of Example 2. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the smart glasses 214 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[0804] In recent years, the Internet has become popular as a means of educating children and gathering information. However, the content available on the Internet is diverse, and the difficulty and content are often inappropriate for children's developmental stage. Furthermore, providing information that ignores children's emotions and stress levels can hinder effective education and a safe browsing environment. Conventional systems have user authentication and basic content filtering functions, but they have the problem of being unable to dynamically adjust content according to children's developmental stage and emotions.

[0805] The identification process by the identification processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in Example 2 is realized by the following means. In this invention, the server includes a terminal having a function of transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication, a terminal having a function of identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server, a terminal including an emotion engine having a function of recognizing the user's emotions and acquiring emotion information, a terminal having a function of constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content acquired by the server based on the user's developmental stage and emotions, and a terminal having a function of displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user. This makes it possible to provide appropriate and safe content according to a child's developmental stage and emotional state.

[0806] "User authentication" is the process by which a user identifies themselves to a system using an ID and password.

[0807] A "terminal" is a computer or device that is operated by a user and that communicates with a server.

[0808] A "server" is a computer system that sends and receives data and processes content over a network.

[0809] "Profile data" is information about the user, such as age, grade, and personal settings.

[0810] The "developmental stage" refers to the degree of psychological and physiological growth of the user based on age, grade, etc.

[0811] An "emotion engine" is a software or hardware function that analyzes a user's facial expressions and voice to determine their emotional state.

[0812] A "search request" is a request that a terminal sends to a server to search for information based on keywords entered by a user.

[0813] "Furigana addition" is a process of adding the reading of the kana corresponding to the kanji.

[0814] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of converting difficult technical terms and complex expressions into simpler terms.

[0815] "Filtering" is the process of detecting and removing or masking inappropriate material within content.

[0816] "Converted content" refers to content that has been given furigana, simplified, and filtered.

[0817] This invention is a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. This system is combined with an emotion engine that recognizes the user's emotions. The system executes a series of processes, from user authentication to content conversion and display, and also has the function of adjusting the content display based on the user's emotions.

[0818] Hardware and Software Details

[0819] 1. A terminal is a computer or smart device operated by a user, and performs a series of processes such as user authentication.

[0820] 2. The server is a computer system responsible for sending and receiving data and processing content, and uses a high-performance database and natural language processing engine, such as the Natural Language Processing Toolkit (NLTK) implemented in Python and TensorFlow, a machine learning framework.

[0821] 3. The emotion engine uses the user's camera and microphone to analyze facial expressions and voice in real time to determine their emotional state, using software technologies such as OpenCV and Google's voice analysis API.

[0822] System functions and processing flow

[0823] 1. User authentication:

[0824] When a user logs in to the "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server.

[0825] The server verifies the authentication information and, if successful, sends the user's profile data, including the user's age and grade, to the device.

[0826] 2. Emotion recognition using emotion engine:

[0827] Using the device's camera and microphone, the emotion engine analyzes the user's facial expressions and voice to determine emotions, such as joy, anger, sadness, and happiness from smiles and eyebrow movements, and also identifies emotions from the tone and speed of speech.

[0828] 3. Search and retrieve content:

[0829] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and instructs a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[0830] The server retrieves relevant content from the Internet.

[0831] 4. Content transformation and filtering:

[0832] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs appropriate conversions based on the user's developmental stage and emotional information. Specifically, this includes adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering out inappropriate content.

[0833] For example, it adds furigana to kanji characters, converts difficult technical terms into simpler terms, removes inappropriate content, and adjusts the content to be more relaxing if the user is feeling stressed.

[0834] 5. Display of Content:

[0835] The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it to the user, taking into account appropriate font sizes and layouts.

[0836] Specific examples

[0837] Prompt Sentence Examples

[0838] "How do I search for zoo information using the Perfect Child Browser?"

[0839] "How can I research global warming using the Perfect Child Browser?"

[0840] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[0841] If a user "Toddler" searches for "Zoo Information", the emotion engine checks whether the Toddler is feeling happy.

[0842] 1. The user types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0843] 2. The device sends a search request to the server, and the server retrieves the relevant information.

[0844] 3. The server converts the information into something suitable for kindergarteners, adding furigana, simplifying difficult words, and prioritizing fun content.

[0845] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on the child's screen.

[0846] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[0847] If a user "Elementary School Student" wants to research "Global Warming," the emotion engine checks whether the student is a little tired.

[0848] 1. A user types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0849] 2. The device sends a search request to the server, and the server retrieves the relevant information.

[0850] 3. The server converts the information into a format suitable for elementary school students, adding furigana, simplifying difficult words, and prioritizing the display of relaxed content.

[0851] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on the elementary school student's screen.

[0852] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet, and also enables appropriate content to be displayed that takes into consideration their emotions.

[0853] The flow of the identification process in the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

[0854] Step 1: Perform user authentication

[0855] 1.1 The user logs in to the "Manten Child Browser."

[0856] Input: Enter your user ID and password.

[0857] Output: The authentication information is entered into the terminal.

[0858] Specific operation: The user enters their ID and password on the login screen and clicks the login button.

[0859] 1.2 The terminal sends the user ID and password to the server.

[0860] Input: User ID and password.

[0861] Output: The authentication information is sent to the server.

[0862] Specific operation: The device sends the entered ID and password to the server using HTTPS communication.

[0863] 1.3 The server verifies the authentication information.

[0864] Input: User ID and password.

[0865] Output: Authentication success or failure.

[0866] What happens: The server checks the received authentication information against its database to see if it matches.

[0867] 1.4 If the authentication is successful, the server sends the user profile data to the terminal.

[0868] Input: Authentication success or failure.

[0869] Output: User profile data.

[0870] Specific operation: If authentication is successful, the server sends profile information such as the user's age, grade, and personal settings to the device.

[0871] Step 2: Emotion recognition by the emotion engine

[0872] 2.1 The emotion engine captures the user's facial expressions with a camera and analyzes them in real time.

[0873] Input: Camera footage.

[0874] Output: Facial expression analysis data.

[0875] How it works: The emotion engine uses the built-in camera to capture the user's facial expressions, which are then analyzed by an AI model to determine their emotional state.

[0876] 2.2 The emotion engine captures the user's voice through a microphone and analyzes the tone.

[0877] Input: Microphone audio data.

[0878] Output: Audio analysis data.

[0879] How it works: The emotion engine uses a microphone to record the user's voice and uses a voice analysis algorithm to analyze the tone and rate to infer emotions.

[0880] 2.3 The device receives the analysis results from the emotion engine and stores the current emotion information.

[0881] Input: Facial expression analysis data and speech analysis data.

[0882] Output: Emotion information data.

[0883] What happens: The device stores the analysis results in memory and uses them to display future content.

[0884] Step 3: Find and retrieve content

[0885] 3.1 The user enters keywords into the search bar and initiates a search.

[0886] Input: Search keyword.

[0887] Output: The search request.

[0888] What happens: The user enters something like "zoo" or "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[0889] 3.2 The device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[0890] Input: Search keyword.

[0891] Output: A search request is sent to the server.

[0892] Specific operation: The device generates a search request including the input keyword as a parameter and sends it to the server.

[0893] 3.3 The server retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[0894] Input: A search request.

[0895] Output: The retrieved content.

[0896] Specific operation: Based on the received request, the server retrieves relevant content from search engines and database APIs on the Internet.

[0897] Step 4: Transforming and filtering content

[0898] 4.1 The server analyzes the retrieved content and identifies the user's developmental stage.

[0899] Input: Retrieved content, user profile data.

[0900] Output: Analysis data.

[0901] Specific operation: The server refers to the user's profile data, sets conversion rules according to the developmental stage, and analyzes the acquired content.

[0902] 4.2 The server adds furigana to the kanji characters and converts technical terms and difficult expressions into simpler terms.

[0903] Input: Analysis data.

[0904] Output: The converted content.

[0905] What it does: The server uses a natural language processing engine to add furigana to kanji characters and convert difficult words and expressions into more understandable language.

[0906] 4.3 The server will use filtering measures to remove inappropriate content.

[0907] Input: The converted content.

[0908] Output: The filtered content.

[0909] What it does: The server uses content filtering algorithms to detect inappropriate content and remove or modify it as necessary.

[0910] 4.4 The server adjusts the level of furigana annotation and expression simplification based on the analyzed emotional information.

[0911] Input: filtered content, emotional information data.

[0912] Output: Emotionally tailored content.

[0913] Specific operation: Based on the emotional information, the server adjusts the furigana and expression level to match the user's emotional state, adjusting it to have a relaxing effect.

[0914] Step 5: Displaying Content

[0915] 5.1 The server sends the converted content to the device.

[0916] Input: Emotionally tailored content.

[0917] Output: Content is sent to the device for display.

[0918] Specific operation: The server sends the adjusted content to the device using HTTPS communication.

[0919] 5.2 The device displays the received content to the user.

[0920] Input: Content to display.

[0921] Output: Content display.

[0922] Specific behavior: The device displays the received content to the user in an intuitive and easily understandable format with appropriate font size, color, and layout.

[0923] (Application example 2)

[0924] Next, a description will be given of Application Example 2. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the smart glasses 214 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[0925] When children browse content online, it is important that they are provided with content appropriate to their age and developmental stage. However, existing systems do not adjust the content display to take into account the child's emotional state, which can cause stress and loss of concentration. Furthermore, in order to provide appropriate instruction and education, it is necessary to provide content that adapts to the child's emotional state. To solve these issues, a system with emotion recognition capabilities is desired.

[0926] The identification process by the identification processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in Application Example 2 is realized by the following means. In this invention, the server includes: means for transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication; means for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server; means including an emotion engine for analyzing the user's facial expression and voice tone using a camera and microphone to recognize the user's emotions; and means for adjusting the display of content according to the user's emotional state recognized by the emotion engine. This makes it possible to provide content adapted to a child's developmental stage and emotional state.

[0927] Definitions of important words

[0928] "User authentication" is a process in which authentication information entered by a user is sent to a server, and the server verifies the authentication information to authenticate the user.

[0929] "Profile data" refers to personal information such as the user's age, gender, hobbies, etc. that is held by the server, and is data used to identify the user's developmental stage based on this information.

[0930] "Developmental stage" refers to each stage in which a user has different learning and understanding abilities based on age, grade, etc.

[0931] A "search request" is a request to search for content that is sent to a server based on keywords entered by a user.

[0932] "Furigana assignment" is the process of adding furigana to Japanese kanji characters to indicate how they are read.

[0933] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of converting difficult words and technical terms into simple terms that even children can understand.

[0934] "Filtering" is the process of filtering out inappropriate content and limiting the information that is displayed.

[0935] The "emotion engine" is a system that uses a camera and microphone to analyze a user's facial expressions and tone of voice to recognize the user's emotional state.

[0936] "Content display adjustment" is the process of adjusting the content display method and content according to the user's emotional state recognized by the emotion engine.

[0937] "Internet content" refers to various information, articles, videos, etc. that exist on the Internet.

[0938] MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[0939] The present invention is a system for enabling children to view appropriate and safe content on the Internet, and is implemented as follows.

[0940] User authentication and profile retrieval

[0941] When a user logs in using a device, the device sends the authentication information (user ID and password) entered by the user to the server. The server verifies the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, sends the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, hobbies, etc., and this allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[0942] Emotion recognition by emotion engine

[0943] The emotion engine uses the device's built-in camera and microphone to analyze the user's facial expressions and vocal tone in real time. This engine uses Google Cloud's Vision API and Speech-to-Text API to determine the user's emotional state. The engine recognizes whether the user is happy, sad, angry, stressed, etc.

[0944] Searching and retrieving content

[0945] When a user enters keywords into the search bar on their device, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves content on the Internet based on the keywords and converts it into a format suitable for the user.

[0946] Content Transformation and Filtering

[0947] The server processes the retrieved content as follows:

[0948] 1. Furigana addition: Furigana is added to kanji to make them easier to read.

[0949] 2. Simplification of expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simpler terms.

[0950] 3. Filtering: If inappropriate content is included, it is removed.

[0951] 4. Emotional adjustment: Based on the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, the level of furigana annotation and simplification of expressions are adjusted, and relaxing content is prioritized.

[0952] View content

[0953] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and emotional state, with appropriate font size and readability.

[0954] Specific examples

[0955] Browsing for kindergarteners

[0956] If a user searches for "zoo information," the emotion engine further analyzes whether the user is feeling happy. When the user enters "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button, the device sends the keyword to the server, which converts the retrieved information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words to "children's zoo." If the emotion engine finds the user feeling happy, it prioritizes displaying pages with lots of bright colors and fun images to maintain that feeling. The server sends the converted content to the device, and the device displays this content to the user.

[0957] (Example of a prompt for a generative AI model)

[0958] text

[0959] Based on the results from the emotion recognition API, suggest content such as:

[0960] User's age: 7 years old

[0961] Emotion: Happy

[0962] Product Keywords: Adventure World Toys

[0963] instruction:

[0964] 1. Get and display the product list.

[0965] 2. Generate product descriptions that match the user's emotions and display them with furigana.

[0966] The flow of the specific processing in the application example 2 will be described with reference to FIG.

[0967] Specific explanation of the program's processing steps

[0968] Step 1:

[0969] The user logs in on the terminal and enters authentication information (user ID and password). The terminal sends this authentication information to the server. The server verifies the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, returns the user's profile data to the terminal. This profile data includes information such as the user's age, grade, and hobbies. Input: User ID, password. Output: Profile data.

[0970] Step 2:

[0971] The terminal analyzes the profile data received from the server and identifies the user's developmental stage. Input: Profile data. Output: Developmental stage information.

[0972] Step 3:

[0973] The device's built-in camera and microphone are used to record the user's facial expressions and voice tone in real time. The recorded data is sent to the emotion engine, which then analyzes the user's emotional state using, for example, Google Cloud's Vision API or Speech-to-Text API. As a result of the analysis, the user's emotions, such as joy, sadness, anger, or stress, are recognized. Input: facial expression data, voice data. Output: emotional state.

[0974] Step 4:

[0975] The user enters keywords into the search bar on their device. The device builds a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server. The server retrieves content on the Internet based on the specified keywords and converts the content into a format suitable for the user. Input: Keywords. Output: Search request.

[0976] Step 5:

[0977] The server retrieves the content based on the search request and performs the following conversion process.

[0978] 1. Add furigana to kanji.

[0979] 2. Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple terms.

[0980] 3. Filter inappropriate content.

[0981] 4. Tailor what is displayed based on the user's developmental stage and emotional state.

[0982] Input: Retrieved content, developmental stage information, emotional state. Output: Transformed content.

[0983] Step 6:

[0984] The server sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user. The displayed content is adapted to the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, taking into consideration appropriate font size and readability. Input: Converted content. Output: Displayed content.

[0985] Step 7:

[0986] While the user browses the displayed content, the device continues to monitor the user's facial expressions and voice tone, analyzing their emotional state in real time. If the device detects changes such as the user becoming stressed or losing concentration, it sends that information to the server, which then readjusts and delivers the content. Input: Real-time facial expression data and voice data. Output: Readjusted content.

[0987] The specific processing unit 290 transmits the result of the specific processing to the smart glasses 214. In the smart glasses 214, the control unit 46A causes the speaker 240 to output the result of the specific processing. The microphone 238 acquires audio indicating a user input regarding the result of the specific processing. The control unit 46A transmits audio data indicating the user input acquired by the microphone 238 to the data processing device 12. In the data processing device 12, the specific processing unit 290 acquires the audio data.

[0988] The data generation model 58 is a so-called generative AI (Artificial Intelligence). An example of the data generation model 58 is ChatGPT (Internet Search<URL: https: / / openai.com / blog / chatgpt> ), Gemini (Internet search <url: https: gemini.google.com ?hl="ja">) and other generation AIs. The data generation model 58 is obtained by performing deep learning on a neural network. A prompt including an instruction is input to the data generation model 58, and inference data such as voice data indicating voice, text data indicating text, and image data indicating an image is also input. The data generation model 58 performs inference on the input inference data in accordance with the instruction indicated by the prompt, and outputs the inference result in a data format such as voice data and text data. Here, inference refers to, for example, analysis, classification, prediction, and / or summarization.

[0989] In the above embodiment, an example in which the specific processing is performed by the data processing device 12 has been given, but the technology of the present disclosure is not limited to this, and the specific processing may be performed by the smart glasses 214.

[0990] [Third embodiment]

[0991] FIG. 5 shows an example of the configuration of a data processing system 310 according to the third embodiment.

[0992] 5, the data processing system 310 includes the data processing device 12 and a headset terminal 314. An example of the data processing device 12 is a server.

[0993] The data processing device 12 includes a computer 22, a database 24, and a communication I / F 26. The computer 22 is an example of a "computer" according to the technology of the present disclosure. The computer 22 includes a processor 28, a RAM 30, and a storage 32. The processor 28, the RAM 30, and the storage 32 are connected to a bus 34. The database 24 and the communication I / F 26 are also connected to the bus 34. The communication I / F 26 is connected to a network 54. Examples of the network 54 include a WAN (Wide Area Network) and / or a LAN (Local Area Network).

[0994] The headset type terminal 314 includes a computer 36, a microphone 238, a speaker 240, a camera 42, a communication I / F 44, and a display 343. The computer 36 includes a processor 46, a RAM 48, and a storage 50. The processor 46, the RAM 48, and the storage 50 are connected to a bus 52. The microphone 238, the speaker 240, the camera 42, and the display 343 are also connected to the bus 52.

[0995] The microphone 238 receives instructions and the like from the user 20 by receiving voice uttered by the user 20. The microphone 238 captures the voice uttered by the user 20, converts the captured voice into audio data, and outputs it to the processor 46. The speaker 240 outputs audio in accordance with instructions from the processor 46.

[0996] Camera 42 is a small digital camera equipped with an optical system including a lens, aperture, and shutter, and an imaging element such as a CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) image sensor or a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) image sensor, and captures images of the surroundings of user 20 (for example, an imaging range defined by an angle of view equivalent to the field of vision of a typical healthy person).

[0997] The communication I / F 44 is connected to a network 54. The communication I / Fs 44 and 26 are responsible for the exchange of various information between the processor 46 and the processor 28 via the network 54. The exchange of various information between the processor 46 and the processor 28 using the communication I / Fs 44 and 26 is carried out in a secure state.

[0998] Fig. 6 shows an example of the main functions of the data processing device 12 and the headset type terminal 314. As shown in Fig. 6, in the data processing device 12, a specific process is performed by the processor 28. A specific process program 56 is stored in the storage 32.

[0999] The specific processing program 56 is an example of a "program" according to the technology of the present disclosure. The processor 28 reads the specific processing program 56 from the storage 32 and executes the read specific processing program 56 on the RAM 30. The specific processing is realized by the processor 28 operating as a specific processing unit 290 in accordance with the specific processing program 56 executed on the RAM 30.

[1000] The storage 32 stores a data generation model 58 and an emotion identification model 59. The data generation model 58 and the emotion identification model 59 are used by the identification processing unit 290.

[1001] In the headset type terminal 314, a reception output process is performed by the processor 46. A reception output program 60 is stored in the storage 50. The processor 46 reads the reception output program 60 from the storage 50 and executes the read reception output program 60 on the RAM 48. The reception output process is realized by the processor 46 operating as the control unit 46A in accordance with the reception output program 60 executed on the RAM 48.

[1002] Next, a description will be given of the identification process performed by the identification processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as the "server" and the headset type terminal 314 will be referred to as the "terminal."

[1003] System Overview

[1004] This invention is a system that converts internet content to an appropriate level of difficulty according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display.

[1005] User authentication and profile retrieval

[1006] When a user logs in to "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1007] Searching and retrieving content

[1008] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[1009] Content Transformation and Filtering

[1010] The server converts the retrieved content according to the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it performs the following processes:

[1011] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[1012] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple words that children can understand.

[1013] 3. Filtering: Eliminate inappropriate content and provide only harmless information to children.

[1014] View content

[1015] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, allowing the user to safely view developmentally appropriate content.

[1016] Specific examples

[1017] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[1018] When user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searches for "Zoo information."

[1019] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1020] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[1021] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words into "children's zoo."

[1022] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[1023] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[1024] User "Taro (9 years old)" wants to research "global warming."

[1025] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1026] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[1027] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[1028] 4. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[1029] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet.

[1030] The processing flow will be explained below.

[1031] Step 1:

[1032] The user starts the "Manten Child Browser" and accesses the login screen. They enter their user ID and password and click the login button.

[1033] Step 2:

[1034] The terminal sends the user ID and password entered by the user to the server using a secure communication method.

[1035] Step 3:

[1036] The server compares the received user ID and password with the information in the database and performs authentication. If authentication is successful, it obtains the user's profile data (age, grade, etc.) and returns it to the terminal.

[1037] Step 4:

[1038] The device identifies the user's developmental stage based on the received profile data, and then initializes appropriate display settings (such as furigana annotation, font size, and filtering level).

[1039] Step 5:

[1040] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button. For example, "zoo information."

[1041] Step 6:

[1042] The device constructs a search request based on the input keywords and sends it to the server. The search request also includes the user's developmental stage.

[1043] Step 7:

[1044] The server retrieves the content of the requested URL from the Internet, which may be in HTML or text format.

[1045] Step 8:

[1046] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs a conversion process. First, a furigana assignment means adds furigana to kanji characters. Next, a simplification means converts difficult words and technical terms into words that are easy for children to understand. Finally, if inappropriate content is included, it is removed using a filtering means.

[1047] Step 9:

[1048] The server reconstructs the converted content and sends it to the device, ensuring that it is properly formatted.

[1049] Step 10:

[1050] The device then displays the converted content on the user's screen, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and appropriate font size and readability.

[1051] Step 11:

[1052] The user can view the displayed content and perform further searches or other operations as needed.

[1053] Example 1

[1054] Next, a description will be given of Example 1. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the headset type terminal 314 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[1055] In the current Internet environment, the difficulty and content that children view is often not appropriate for their developmental stage, and a safe and useful browsing environment is not provided. Therefore, there is a need for a system that allows children to obtain information in a format that is easy for them to understand. In particular, a problem is that the content of information is often inappropriate for children who have difficulty reading kanji or understanding technical terminology.

[1056] The specific processing by the specific processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in the first embodiment is realized by the following means.

[1057] In this invention, the server includes means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering based on the user's developmental stage, a terminal for transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication, a terminal for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server, a terminal for constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, and a terminal for displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user. This enables children to efficiently collect information safely and appropriately.

[1058] "User authentication" is the process of sending authentication information entered by the user to a server and verifying the user's identity.

[1059] A "terminal" is an information processing device used by a user, and is a device that communicates with a server and executes various processes.

[1060] A "server" is a computer system that exists on the Internet and processes and provides various data in response to requests from terminals.

[1061] "Profile data" refers to information about an individual, such as the user's age and grade, and is data used to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1062] A "developmental stage" is a stage of growth defined based on the user's age, grade, etc.

[1063] A "search request" is a request to search for information on the Internet based on keywords entered by a user.

[1064] "Content" is a general term for information provided on the Internet, including text, images, videos, etc.

[1065] "Furigana addition" is a process that helps with the reading of kanji by adding reading kana above or next to the kanji.

[1066] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of replacing difficult words and technical terms with simpler terms that are easier for users to understand.

[1067] "Filtering" is a process of removing inappropriate information from the content provided to the user, leaving only appropriate information.

[1068] "Converted content" refers to information that has been processed, such as by adding furigana, simplifying expressions, or filtering.

[1069] A "browsing environment" refers to an environment in which users can browse information on the Internet, and includes a system that provides safe and appropriate information.

[1070] This invention provides a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level depending on a child's developmental stage, thereby providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. Specific embodiments of this system will be described below.

[1071] User authentication and profile retrieval

[1072] When a user logs into a dedicated browser application such as "Manten Child Browser," the device inputs the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server compares the received authentication information with the user information in its database, and if authentication is successful, obtains the user's profile data. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., and allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1073] Searching and retrieving content

[1074] When a user enters keywords into the search bar of a dedicated browser and clicks the search button, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server. The server then accesses the specified URL on the Internet and retrieves the requested content. The retrieved content is temporarily stored on the server.

[1075] Content Transformation and Filtering

[1076] The server then transforms the content based on the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it does the following:

[1077] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[1078] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult words and technical terms into simple terms that children can understand.

[1079] 3. Filtering: Eliminate inappropriate content and provide only harmless information to children.

[1080] The server sends this converted content to the terminal.

[1081] View content

[1082] The device receives the converted content sent from the server and displays it to the user, allowing the user to safely view content appropriate for their developmental stage.

[1083] Specific examples

[1084] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[1085] Let's take the example of a user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searching for "information about the zoo."

[1086] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1087] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[1088] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and simplifies "behavioral exhibits" into "showing how animals live."

[1089] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[1090] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[1091] User "Taro (9 years old)" wants to research "global warming."

[1092] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1093] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[1094] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[1095] 4. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[1096] Prompt Sentence Examples

[1097] Here are some example prompts for a generative AI model to explain its system:

[1098] 1. "Full marks: Describe the process of logging into a child browser. Explain specifically how authentication information is exchanged between the server and the device."

[1099] 2. Please explain how you will convert the acquired content to suit the child's developmental stage. Please provide details on the specific conversion process (adding furigana, simplifying expressions, filtering)

[1100] 3. "Please explain the specific process that Taro (age 9) goes through when researching 'global warming.' Please provide details from the search to the content display."

[1101] The present invention enables users to collect information safely and efficiently.

[1102] The flow of the identification process in the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

[1103] Step 1:

[1104] The user accesses the dedicated browser application and enters their user ID and password on the login screen.

[1105] Input: User ID and password

[1106] The terminal receives the entered user ID and password and sends them to the server.

[1107] Output: Authentication information sent to the server

[1108] Step 2:

[1109] The server compares the received authentication information with the database and determines whether or not authentication is possible.

[1110] Input: Authentication information sent from the device

[1111] The server compares the user information with the database and generates an authentication result.

[1112] Output: Authentication result (success or failure)

[1113] Step 3:

[1114] If the authentication is successful, the server retrieves the user's profile data from the database.

[1115] Input: Authentication result (if successful)

[1116] The server obtains profile data (age, grade) linked to the user ID.

[1117] Output: User profile data

[1118] Step 4:

[1119] The server transmits the profile data to the terminal.

[1120] Input: User profile data

[1121] The device analyzes the received profile data and identifies the user's developmental stage.

[1122] Output: User's development stage

[1123] Step 5:

[1124] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1125] Input: Search keyword (e.g. "zoo")

[1126] The device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[1127] Output: Search request sent to the server

[1128] Step 6:

[1129] The server receives the search request and retrieves the content from the specified URL on the Internet.

[1130] Input: Search request

[1131] The server accesses the requested URL and retrieves the HTML content of the page.

[1132] Output: Retrieved content

[1133] Step 7:

[1134] The server processes the retrieved content based on the user's developmental stage:

[1135] Furigana addition: Adds reading kana to kanji.

[1136] Simplification of expressions: Converting difficult words and technical terms into simpler terms.

[1137] Filtering: Removing inappropriate content.

[1138] Input: Retrieved content and user development stage

[1139] The server analyzes the content and performs the conversion process.

[1140] Output: The converted content

[1141] Step 8:

[1142] The server sends the converted content to the terminal.

[1143] Input: Transformed content

[1144] The terminal displays the received content to the user.

[1145] Output: The content displayed to the user

[1146] Specific operation example

[1147] 1. When a user (Koko-chan, age 5) searches for "zoo", the following happens:

[1148] Once Koko-chan logs in and authentication is successful, her age data will be sent to the device.

[1149] Koko-chan types "zoo" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1150] The device sends a search request for "zoo" to the server.

[1151] The server retrieves URLs related to "zoo" and converts the pages. For example, it converts "zoo" to "zoo" and "popular spot" to "popular spot."

[1152] The terminal will display the converted information to Koko-chan.

[1153] 2. When a user (Taro, age 9) searches for "global warming," the following occurs:

[1154] When Taro logs in and authentication is successful, his age data is sent to the device.

[1155] Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1156] The device sends a search request for "global warming" to the server.

[1157] The server retrieves URLs related to "global warming" and converts the pages. For example, it writes the furigana for "causes of global warming" as "chikyu ondan ka no gen'in" (chikyu ondan ka no gen'in) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" to "nisan ka tanso hai shutsuryo" (two-third carbon dioxide emissions).

[1158] The terminal displays the converted information to Taro.

[1159] In this way, the system allows users to efficiently gather information in a safe and appropriate manner.

[1160] (Application example 1)

[1161] Next, a description will be given of Application Example 1. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the headset type terminal 314 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[1162] In today's Internet environment, there are many risks involved when children browse the internet. Information containing complex expressions and technical terms is particularly difficult for children to understand, and they may encounter inappropriate content. Furthermore, conventional systems are inadequate in adapting content to the user's developmental stage, making it difficult to provide appropriate educational value. Solving these issues and providing a safe and educational browsing environment is an important challenge in today's information society.

[1163] The specific processing by the specific processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in the application example 1 is realized by the following means.

[1164] In this invention, the server includes means for transmitting authentication information entered by a user to the server to perform user authentication, means for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data obtained from the server, means for constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content obtained by the server based on the user's developmental stage, means for displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user, means for translating the content appropriate to the user's developmental stage using a generative AI model, and means for constructing prompt sentences and using them for content conversion. This makes it possible to display the content entered by the user in a safe and easy-to-understand manner, thereby realizing a browsing environment that is beneficial to children.

[1165] "User authentication" is the process of verifying whether a user is a legitimate user based on the authentication information entered by the user.

[1166] "Profile data" is data that includes attribute information such as the user's age and grade, and is used to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1167] A "search request" is information requested to search for content on the Internet, and is created based on keywords entered by a user.

[1168] "Furigana annotation" is the process of adding furigana to Japanese kanji characters, indicating how they are read, making it easier for users to read the kanji.

[1169] "Expression simplification" is the process of converting difficult words and technical terms into simpler terms that are easier for users to understand.

[1170] "Filtering" is the process of filtering out inappropriate content and providing safe content to users.

[1171] A "generative AI model" is a model that has been trained using artificial intelligence techniques to perform a specific task.

[1172] A "prompt" is an instruction, such as a sentence or keyword, that is input to a generative AI model to help it operate properly.

[1173] "Content translation" is the process of converting a specific language or expression into another language, making it easier for users to understand.

[1174] This invention is a system that converts internet content to an appropriate level of difficulty according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display.

[1175] First, when a user logs in to the "Kids Safe Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1176] Next, when the user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves content from the Internet at the URL corresponding to the requested keywords.

[1177] The server converts the acquired content according to the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it adds furigana, simplifies expressions, and filters them. Another distinctive feature of this invention is content translation using a generative AI model. The generative AI model translates the content based on prompts and converts it into content appropriate for the user.

[1178] The converted content is then sent from the server to the device, where it is displayed to the user, allowing the user to safely view developmentally appropriate content.

[1179] To implement this system, you will need a device such as a smartphone, an internet connection, a server, and the following software:

[1180] Python

[1181] Requests library

[1182] BeautifulSoup

[1183] Transformers Library (Hugging Face)

[1184] Using a generative AI model, advanced content transformation is possible, providing useful and safe information to users, including children. For example, if a 5-year-old child wants to find information about "zoos," the following prompt sentence will be generated:

[1185] Prompt Sentence Examples

[1186] User ID: koko5

[1187] Password: password123

[1188] Search Keywords: Zoo

[1189] User Profile: Kindergarten

[1190] This allows the system to automatically convert content into something that is easy for children to view and understand, providing safe and useful content.

[1191] The flow of the specific processing in the application example 1 will be described with reference to FIG.

[1192] Step 1:

[1193] The user starts up the Kids Safe Browser and enters their user ID and password on the login screen, which causes the device to send the authentication information to the server.

[1194] Input: User ID, Password

[1195] Output: Sending authentication information to the server

[1196] Step 2:

[1197] The server authenticates the user based on the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, the server returns the user's profile data to the terminal.

[1198] Input: Credentials

[1199] Output: User profile data (age, grade)

[1200] Step 3:

[1201] The terminal identifies the user's developmental stage based on the acquired profile data.

[1202] Input: User profile data

[1203] Output: Developmental stage

[1204] Step 4:

[1205] The user enters keywords into the search bar and presses the search button. The device then constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[1206] Input: Search keyword

[1207] Output: Send a search request to the server

[1208] Step 5:

[1209] The server retrieves the relevant content on the Internet based on the received search request.

[1210] Input: Search request

[1211] Output: Retrieved content

[1212] Step 6:

[1213] The server converts the acquired content based on the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it adds furigana, simplifies expressions, filters, and translates the content using a generative AI model. It constructs a prompt sentence and uses the generative AI model to translate it.

[1214] Input: Retrieved content, developmental stage, prompt

[1215] Output: The converted content

[1216] Step 7:

[1217] The server sends the converted content to the terminal.

[1218] Input: Transformed content

[1219] Output: Sending content to a device

[1220] Step 8:

[1221] The device then displays the converted content to the user, who can then browse it and obtain safe and easy-to-understand information.

[1222] Input: Transformed content

[1223] Output: Displaying content to the user

[1224] Furthermore, an emotion engine that estimates the user's emotion may be further combined. That is, the identification processing unit 290 may estimate the user's emotion using the emotion identification model 59, and perform identification processing using the user's emotion.

[1225] System Overview

[1226] This invention combines a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and useful browsing environment, with an emotion engine that recognizes the user's emotions. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display, and also has the function of adjusting the content display based on the user's emotions.

[1227] User authentication and profile retrieval

[1228] When a user logs in to "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1229] Emotion recognition by emotion engine

[1230] The emotion engine analyzes emotions from the user's facial expressions and voice. For example, it uses a camera to analyze the user's facial expressions in real time, or a microphone to analyze the tone of the voice. The analysis results are used to determine the user's current emotion (joy, sadness, anger, stress, etc.).

[1231] Searching and retrieving content

[1232] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[1233] Content Transformation and Filtering

[1234] The server converts the acquired content according to the user's developmental stage and emotions. Specifically, it performs the following processes:

[1235] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[1236] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple words that children can understand.

[1237] 3. Filtering: If inappropriate content is included, it will be removed by filtering measures.

[1238] 4. Emotion adjustment: Adjust the level of furigana annotation and simplification of expressions based on the user's emotions. For example, if it is determined that the user is feeling stressed, it will prioritize displaying relaxing content.

[1239] View content

[1240] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, using appropriate font size and readability based on the user's developmental stage and current emotional state.

[1241] Specific examples

[1242] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[1243] If user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searches for "zoo information," the emotion engine further analyzes whether Koko-chan is having fun.

[1244] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1245] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[1246] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words into "children's zoo."

[1247] 4. If Koko-chan is feeling happy, the emotion engine will prioritize pages with lots of bright colors and fun images to maintain that emotion.

[1248] 5. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[1249] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[1250] If user "Taro-kun (age 9)" wants to research "global warming," the emotion engine will further analyze whether Taro-kun is a little tired.

[1251] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1252] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[1253] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[1254] 4. If the emotion engine determines that Taro is a little tired, it will display content encouraging him to take a break or relaxing images.

[1255] 5. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[1256] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet, and also enables content to be displayed that takes into consideration their emotions.

[1257] The processing flow will be explained below.

[1258] Step 1:

[1259] The user starts the "Manten Child Browser" and accesses the login screen. They enter their user ID and password and click the login button.

[1260] Step 2:

[1261] The terminal sends the user ID and password entered by the user to the server using a secure communication method.

[1262] Step 3:

[1263] The server compares the received user ID and password with the information in the database and performs authentication. If authentication is successful, it obtains the user's profile data (age, grade, etc.) and returns it to the terminal.

[1264] Step 4:

[1265] The device identifies the user's developmental stage based on the received profile data, and then initializes appropriate display settings (such as furigana annotation, font size, and filtering level).

[1266] Step 5:

[1267] The device captures the user's facial expressions and voice in real time through the device's camera and microphone and sends them to the emotion engine.

[1268] Step 6:

[1269] The emotion engine uses facial recognition and voice analysis algorithms to determine the user's current emotion (happiness, sadness, anger, stress, etc.), and sends the result to the device.

[1270] Step 7:

[1271] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button. For example, "zoo information."

[1272] Step 8:

[1273] The device constructs a search request based on the input keywords and sends it to the server, which also includes the user's developmental stage and current emotional information.

[1274] Step 9:

[1275] The server retrieves the content of the requested URL from the Internet, which may be in HTML or text format.

[1276] Step 10:

[1277] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs a conversion process. First, a furigana assignment means adds furigana to the kanji. Next, an expression simplification means converts difficult words and technical terms into words that children can easily understand. If inappropriate content is included, it is removed by a filtering means. Furthermore, an emotion adjustment means adjusts the displayed content to match the user's current emotions. For example, if the user is feeling stressed, relaxing content will be displayed first.

[1278] Step 11:

[1279] The server reconstructs the converted content and sends it to the device, ensuring that it is properly formatted.

[1280] Step 12:

[1281] The device then displays the converted content on the user's screen, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, with appropriate font size and readability.

[1282] Step 13:

[1283] Users can browse the displayed content and perform further searches or other operations as needed. For example, if entertaining content is displayed, users will become more interested in it and continue to study or research.

[1284] Example 2

[1285] Next, a description will be given of Example 2. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the headset type terminal 314 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[1286] In recent years, the Internet has become popular as a means of educating children and gathering information. However, the content available on the Internet is diverse, and the difficulty and content are often inappropriate for children's developmental stage. Furthermore, providing information that ignores children's emotions and stress levels can hinder effective education and a safe browsing environment. Conventional systems have user authentication and basic content filtering functions, but they have the problem of being unable to dynamically adjust content according to children's developmental stage and emotions.

[1287] The identification process by the identification processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in Example 2 is realized by the following means. In this invention, the server includes a terminal having a function of transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication, a terminal having a function of identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server, a terminal including an emotion engine having a function of recognizing the user's emotions and acquiring emotion information, a terminal having a function of constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content acquired by the server based on the user's developmental stage and emotions, and a terminal having a function of displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user. This makes it possible to provide appropriate and safe content according to a child's developmental stage and emotional state.

[1288] "User authentication" is the process by which a user identifies themselves to a system using an ID and password.

[1289] A "terminal" is a computer or device that is operated by a user and that communicates with a server.

[1290] A "server" is a computer system that sends and receives data and processes content over a network.

[1291] "Profile data" is information about the user, such as age, grade, and personal settings.

[1292] The "developmental stage" refers to the degree of psychological and physiological growth of the user based on age, grade, etc.

[1293] An "emotion engine" is a software or hardware function that analyzes a user's facial expressions and voice to determine their emotional state.

[1294] A "search request" is a request that a terminal sends to a server to search for information based on keywords entered by a user.

[1295] "Furigana addition" is a process of adding the reading of the kana corresponding to the kanji.

[1296] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of converting difficult technical terms and complex expressions into simpler terms.

[1297] "Filtering" is the process of detecting and removing or masking inappropriate material within content.

[1298] "Converted content" refers to content that has been given furigana, simplified, and filtered.

[1299] This invention is a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. This system is combined with an emotion engine that recognizes the user's emotions. The system executes a series of processes, from user authentication to content conversion and display, and also has the function of adjusting the content display based on the user's emotions.

[1300] Hardware and Software Details

[1301] 1. A terminal is a computer or smart device operated by a user, and performs a series of processes such as user authentication.

[1302] 2. The server is a computer system responsible for sending and receiving data and processing content, and uses a high-performance database and natural language processing engine, such as the Natural Language Processing Toolkit (NLTK) implemented in Python and TensorFlow, a machine learning framework.

[1303] 3. The emotion engine uses the user's camera and microphone to analyze facial expressions and voice in real time to determine their emotional state, using software technologies such as OpenCV and Google's voice analysis API.

[1304] System functions and processing flow

[1305] 1. User authentication:

[1306] When a user logs in to the "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server.

[1307] The server verifies the authentication information and, if successful, sends the user's profile data, including the user's age and grade, to the device.

[1308] 2. Emotion recognition using emotion engine:

[1309] Using the device's camera and microphone, the emotion engine analyzes the user's facial expressions and voice to determine emotions, such as joy, anger, sadness, and happiness from smiles and eyebrow movements, and also identifies emotions from the tone and speed of speech.

[1310] 3. Search and retrieve content:

[1311] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and instructs a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[1312] The server retrieves relevant content from the Internet.

[1313] 4. Content transformation and filtering:

[1314] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs appropriate conversions based on the user's developmental stage and emotional information. Specifically, this includes adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering out inappropriate content.

[1315] For example, it adds furigana to kanji characters, converts difficult technical terms into simpler terms, removes inappropriate content, and adjusts the content to be more relaxing if the user is feeling stressed.

[1316] 5. Display of Content:

[1317] The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it to the user, taking into account appropriate font sizes and layouts.

[1318] Specific examples

[1319] Prompt Sentence Examples

[1320] "How do I search for zoo information using the Perfect Child Browser?"

[1321] "How can I research global warming using the Perfect Child Browser?"

[1322] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[1323] If a user "Toddler" searches for "Zoo Information", the emotion engine checks whether the Toddler is feeling happy.

[1324] 1. The user types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1325] 2. The device sends a search request to the server, and the server retrieves the relevant information.

[1326] 3. The server converts the information into something suitable for kindergarteners, adding furigana, simplifying difficult words, and prioritizing fun content.

[1327] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on the child's screen.

[1328] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[1329] If a user "Elementary School Student" wants to research "Global Warming," the emotion engine checks whether the student is a little tired.

[1330] 1. A user types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1331] 2. The device sends a search request to the server, and the server retrieves the relevant information.

[1332] 3. The server converts the information into a format suitable for elementary school students, adding furigana, simplifying difficult words, and prioritizing the display of relaxed content.

[1333] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on the elementary school student's screen.

[1334] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet, and also enables appropriate content to be displayed that takes into consideration their emotions.

[1335] The flow of the identification process in the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

[1336] Step 1: Perform user authentication

[1337] 1.1 The user logs in to the "Manten Child Browser."

[1338] Input: Enter your user ID and password.

[1339] Output: The authentication information is entered into the terminal.

[1340] Specific operation: The user enters their ID and password on the login screen and clicks the login button.

[1341] 1.2 The terminal sends the user ID and password to the server.

[1342] Input: User ID and password.

[1343] Output: The authentication information is sent to the server.

[1344] Specific operation: The device sends the entered ID and password to the server using HTTPS communication.

[1345] 1.3 The server verifies the authentication information.

[1346] Input: User ID and password.

[1347] Output: Authentication success or failure.

[1348] What happens: The server checks the received authentication information against its database to see if it matches.

[1349] 1.4 If the authentication is successful, the server sends the user profile data to the terminal.

[1350] Input: Authentication success or failure.

[1351] Output: User profile data.

[1352] Specific operation: If authentication is successful, the server sends profile information such as the user's age, grade, and personal settings to the device.

[1353] Step 2: Emotion recognition by the emotion engine

[1354] 2.1 The emotion engine captures the user's facial expressions with a camera and analyzes them in real time.

[1355] Input: Camera footage.

[1356] Output: Facial expression analysis data.

[1357] How it works: The emotion engine uses the built-in camera to capture the user's facial expressions, which are then analyzed by an AI model to determine their emotional state.

[1358] 2.2 The emotion engine captures the user's voice through a microphone and analyzes the tone.

[1359] Input: Microphone audio data.

[1360] Output: Audio analysis data.

[1361] How it works: The emotion engine uses a microphone to record the user's voice and uses a voice analysis algorithm to analyze the tone and rate to infer emotions.

[1362] 2.3 The device receives the analysis results from the emotion engine and stores the current emotion information.

[1363] Input: Facial expression analysis data and speech analysis data.

[1364] Output: Emotion information data.

[1365] What happens: The device stores the analysis results in memory and uses them to display future content.

[1366] Step 3: Find and retrieve content

[1367] 3.1 The user enters keywords into the search bar and initiates a search.

[1368] Input: Search keyword.

[1369] Output: The search request.

[1370] What happens: The user enters something like "zoo" or "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1371] 3.2 The device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[1372] Input: Search keyword.

[1373] Output: A search request is sent to the server.

[1374] Specific operation: The device generates a search request including the input keyword as a parameter and sends it to the server.

[1375] 3.3 The server retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[1376] Input: A search request.

[1377] Output: The retrieved content.

[1378] Specific operation: Based on the received request, the server retrieves relevant content from search engines and database APIs on the Internet.

[1379] Step 4: Transforming and filtering content

[1380] 4.1 The server analyzes the retrieved content and identifies the user's developmental stage.

[1381] Input: Retrieved content, user profile data.

[1382] Output: Analysis data.

[1383] Specific operation: The server refers to the user's profile data, sets conversion rules according to the developmental stage, and analyzes the acquired content.

[1384] 4.2 The server adds furigana to the kanji characters and converts technical terms and difficult expressions into simpler terms.

[1385] Input: Analysis data.

[1386] Output: The converted content.

[1387] What it does: The server uses a natural language processing engine to add furigana to kanji characters and convert difficult words and expressions into more understandable language.

[1388] 4.3 The server will use filtering measures to remove inappropriate content.

[1389] Input: The converted content.

[1390] Output: The filtered content.

[1391] What it does: The server uses content filtering algorithms to detect inappropriate content and remove or modify it as necessary.

[1392] 4.4 The server adjusts the level of furigana annotation and expression simplification based on the analyzed emotional information.

[1393] Input: filtered content, emotional information data.

[1394] Output: Emotionally tailored content.

[1395] Specific operation: Based on the emotional information, the server adjusts the furigana and expression level to match the user's emotional state, adjusting it to have a relaxing effect.

[1396] Step 5: Displaying Content

[1397] 5.1 The server sends the converted content to the device.

[1398] Input: Emotionally tailored content.

[1399] Output: Content is sent to the device for display.

[1400] Specific operation: The server sends the adjusted content to the device using HTTPS communication.

[1401] 5.2 The device displays the received content to the user.

[1402] Input: Content to display.

[1403] Output: Content display.

[1404] Specific behavior: The device displays the received content to the user in an intuitive and easily understandable format with appropriate font size, color, and layout.

[1405] (Application example 2)

[1406] Next, a description will be given of Application Example 2. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the headset type terminal 314 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[1407] When children browse content online, it is important that they are provided with content appropriate to their age and developmental stage. However, existing systems do not adjust the content display to take into account the child's emotional state, which can cause stress and loss of concentration. Furthermore, in order to provide appropriate instruction and education, it is necessary to provide content that adapts to the child's emotional state. To solve these issues, a system with emotion recognition capabilities is desired.

[1408] The identification process by the identification processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in Application Example 2 is realized by the following means. In this invention, the server includes: means for transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication; means for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server; means including an emotion engine for analyzing the user's facial expression and voice tone using a camera and microphone to recognize the user's emotions; and means for adjusting the display of content according to the user's emotional state recognized by the emotion engine. This makes it possible to provide content adapted to a child's developmental stage and emotional state.

[1409] Definitions of important words

[1410] "User authentication" is a process in which authentication information entered by a user is sent to a server, and the server verifies the authentication information to authenticate the user.

[1411] "Profile data" refers to personal information such as the user's age, gender, hobbies, etc. that is held by the server, and is data used to identify the user's developmental stage based on this information.

[1412] "Developmental stage" refers to each stage in which a user has different learning and understanding abilities based on age, grade, etc.

[1413] A "search request" is a request to search for content that is sent to a server based on keywords entered by a user.

[1414] "Furigana assignment" is the process of adding furigana to Japanese kanji characters to indicate how they are read.

[1415] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of converting difficult words and technical terms into simple terms that even children can understand.

[1416] "Filtering" is the process of filtering out inappropriate content and limiting the information that is displayed.

[1417] The "emotion engine" is a system that uses a camera and microphone to analyze a user's facial expressions and tone of voice to recognize the user's emotional state.

[1418] "Content display adjustment" is the process of adjusting the content display method and content according to the user's emotional state recognized by the emotion engine.

[1419] "Internet content" refers to various information, articles, videos, etc. that exist on the Internet.

[1420] MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[1421] The present invention is a system for enabling children to view appropriate and safe content on the Internet, and is implemented as follows.

[1422] User authentication and profile retrieval

[1423] When a user logs in using a device, the device sends the authentication information (user ID and password) entered by the user to the server. The server verifies the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, sends the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, hobbies, etc., and this allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1424] Emotion recognition by emotion engine

[1425] The emotion engine uses the device's built-in camera and microphone to analyze the user's facial expressions and vocal tone in real time. This engine uses Google Cloud's Vision API and Speech-to-Text API to determine the user's emotional state. The engine recognizes whether the user is happy, sad, angry, stressed, etc.

[1426] Searching and retrieving content

[1427] When a user enters keywords into the search bar on their device, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves content on the Internet based on the keywords and converts it into a format suitable for the user.

[1428] Content Transformation and Filtering

[1429] The server processes the retrieved content as follows:

[1430] 1. Furigana addition: Furigana is added to kanji to make them easier to read.

[1431] 2. Simplification of expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simpler terms.

[1432] 3. Filtering: If inappropriate content is included, it is removed.

[1433] 4. Emotional adjustment: Based on the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, the level of furigana annotation and simplification of expressions are adjusted, and relaxing content is prioritized.

[1434] View content

[1435] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and emotional state, with appropriate font size and readability.

[1436] Specific examples

[1437] Browsing for kindergarteners

[1438] If a user searches for "zoo information," the emotion engine further analyzes whether the user is feeling happy. When the user enters "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button, the device sends the keyword to the server, which converts the retrieved information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words to "children's zoo." If the emotion engine finds the user feeling happy, it prioritizes displaying pages with lots of bright colors and fun images to maintain that feeling. The server sends the converted content to the device, and the device displays this content to the user.

[1439] (Example of a prompt for a generative AI model)

[1440] text

[1441] Based on the results from the emotion recognition API, suggest content such as:

[1442] User's age: 7 years old

[1443] Emotion: Happy

[1444] Product Keywords: Adventure World Toys

[1445] instruction:

[1446] 1. Get and display the product list.

[1447] 2. Generate product descriptions that match the user's emotions and display them with furigana.

[1448] The flow of the specific processing in the application example 2 will be described with reference to FIG.

[1449] Specific explanation of the program's processing steps

[1450] Step 1:

[1451] The user logs in on the terminal and enters authentication information (user ID and password). The terminal sends this authentication information to the server. The server verifies the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, returns the user's profile data to the terminal. This profile data includes information such as the user's age, grade, and hobbies. Input: User ID, password. Output: Profile data.

[1452] Step 2:

[1453] The terminal analyzes the profile data received from the server and identifies the user's developmental stage. Input: Profile data. Output: Developmental stage information.

[1454] Step 3:

[1455] The device's built-in camera and microphone are used to record the user's facial expressions and voice tone in real time. The recorded data is sent to the emotion engine, which then analyzes the user's emotional state using, for example, Google Cloud's Vision API or Speech-to-Text API. As a result of the analysis, the user's emotions, such as joy, sadness, anger, or stress, are recognized. Input: facial expression data, voice data. Output: emotional state.

[1456] Step 4:

[1457] The user enters keywords into the search bar on their device. The device builds a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server. The server retrieves content on the Internet based on the specified keywords and converts the content into a format suitable for the user. Input: Keywords. Output: Search request.

[1458] Step 5:

[1459] The server retrieves the content based on the search request and performs the following conversion process.

[1460] 1. Add furigana to kanji.

[1461] 2. Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple terms.

[1462] 3. Filter inappropriate content.

[1463] 4. Tailor what is displayed based on the user's developmental stage and emotional state.

[1464] Input: Retrieved content, developmental stage information, emotional state. Output: Transformed content.

[1465] Step 6:

[1466] The server sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user. The displayed content is adapted to the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, taking into consideration appropriate font size and readability. Input: Converted content. Output: Displayed content.

[1467] Step 7:

[1468] While the user browses the displayed content, the device continues to monitor the user's facial expressions and voice tone, analyzing their emotional state in real time. If the device detects changes such as the user becoming stressed or losing concentration, it sends that information to the server, which then readjusts and delivers the content. Input: Real-time facial expression data and voice data. Output: Readjusted content.

[1469] The specific processing unit 290 transmits the result of the specific processing to the headset type terminal 314. In the headset type terminal 314, the control unit 46A causes the speaker 240 and the display 343 to output the result of the specific processing. The microphone 238 acquires audio indicating a user input regarding the result of the specific processing. The control unit 46A transmits audio data indicating the user input acquired by the microphone 238 to the data processing device 12. In the data processing device 12, the specific processing unit 290 acquires the audio data.

[1470] The data generation model 58 is a so-called generative AI (Artificial Intelligence). An example of the data generation model 58 is ChatGPT (Internet Search<URL: https: / / openai.com / blog / chatgpt> ), Gemini (Internet search <url: https: gemini.google.com ?hl="ja">) and other generation AIs. The data generation model 58 is obtained by performing deep learning on a neural network. A prompt including an instruction is input to the data generation model 58, and inference data such as voice data indicating voice, text data indicating text, and image data indicating an image is also input. The data generation model 58 performs inference on the input inference data in accordance with the instruction indicated by the prompt, and outputs the inference result in a data format such as voice data and text data. Here, inference refers to, for example, analysis, classification, prediction, and / or summarization.

[1471] In the above embodiment, an example was given in which the specific processing is performed by the data processing device 12, but the technology of the present disclosure is not limited to this, and the specific processing may be performed by the headset type terminal 314.

[1472] [Fourth embodiment]

[1473] FIG. 7 shows an example of the configuration of a data processing system 410 according to the fourth embodiment.

[1474] 7, a data processing system 410 includes a data processing device 12 and a robot 414. An example of the data processing device 12 is a server.

[1475] The data processing device 12 includes a computer 22, a database 24, and a communication I / F 26. The computer 22 is an example of a "computer" according to the technology of the present disclosure. The computer 22 includes a processor 28, a RAM 30, and a storage 32. The processor 28, the RAM 30, and the storage 32 are connected to a bus 34. The database 24 and the communication I / F 26 are also connected to the bus 34. The communication I / F 26 is connected to a network 54. Examples of the network 54 include a WAN (Wide Area Network) and / or a LAN (Local Area Network).

[1476] The robot 414 includes a computer 36, a microphone 238, a speaker 240, a camera 42, a communication I / F 44, and a control target 443. The computer 36 includes a processor 46, a RAM 48, and a storage 50. The processor 46, the RAM 48, and the storage 50 are connected to a bus 52. The microphone 238, the speaker 240, the camera 42, and the control target 443 are also connected to the bus 52.

[1477] The microphone 238 receives instructions and the like from the user 20 by receiving voice uttered by the user 20. The microphone 238 captures the voice uttered by the user 20, converts the captured voice into audio data, and outputs it to the processor 46. The speaker 240 outputs audio in accordance with instructions from the processor 46.

[1478] Camera 42 is a small digital camera equipped with an optical system including a lens, aperture, and shutter, and an imaging element such as a CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) image sensor or a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) image sensor, and captures images of the surroundings of user 20 (for example, an imaging range defined by an angle of view equivalent to the field of vision of a typical healthy person).

[1479] The communication I / F 44 is connected to a network 54. The communication I / Fs 44 and 26 are responsible for the exchange of various information between the processor 46 and the processor 28 via the network 54. The exchange of various information between the processor 46 and the processor 28 using the communication I / Fs 44 and 26 is carried out in a secure state.

[1480] The control object 443 includes a display device, LEDs in the eyes, and motors for driving the arms, hands, and feet. The posture and gestures of the robot 414 are controlled by controlling the motors of the arms, hands, and feet. Some of the emotions of the robot 414 can be expressed by controlling these motors. In addition, the facial expressions of the robot 414 can also be expressed by controlling the light emission state of the LEDs in the eyes of the robot 414.

[1481] Fig. 8 shows an example of the main functions of the data processing device 12 and the robot 414. As shown in Fig. 8, in the data processing device 12, a specific process is performed by the processor 28. A specific process program 56 is stored in the storage 32.

[1482] The specific processing program 56 is an example of a "program" according to the technology of the present disclosure. The processor 28 reads the specific processing program 56 from the storage 32 and executes the read specific processing program 56 on the RAM 30. The specific processing is realized by the processor 28 operating as a specific processing unit 290 in accordance with the specific processing program 56 executed on the RAM 30.

[1483] The storage 32 stores a data generation model 58 and an emotion identification model 59. The data generation model 58 and the emotion identification model 59 are used by the identification processing unit 290.

[1484] In the robot 414, the processor 46 performs the reception output process. A reception output program 60 is stored in the storage 50. The processor 46 reads the reception output program 60 from the storage 50 and executes the read reception output program 60 on the RAM 48. The reception output process is realized by the processor 46 operating as the control unit 46A in accordance with the reception output program 60 executed on the RAM 48.

[1485] Next, a description will be given of the specific processing performed by the specific processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the robot 414 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[1486] System Overview

[1487] This invention is a system that converts internet content to an appropriate level of difficulty according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display.

[1488] User authentication and profile retrieval

[1489] When a user logs in to "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1490] Searching and retrieving content

[1491] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[1492] Content Transformation and Filtering

[1493] The server converts the retrieved content according to the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it performs the following processes:

[1494] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[1495] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple words that children can understand.

[1496] 3. Filtering: Eliminate inappropriate content and provide only harmless information to children.

[1497] View content

[1498] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, allowing the user to safely view developmentally appropriate content.

[1499] Specific examples

[1500] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[1501] When user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searches for "Zoo information."

[1502] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1503] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[1504] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words into "children's zoo."

[1505] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[1506] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[1507] User "Taro (9 years old)" wants to research "global warming."

[1508] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1509] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[1510] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[1511] 4. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[1512] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet.

[1513] The processing flow will be explained below.

[1514] Step 1:

[1515] The user starts the "Manten Child Browser" and accesses the login screen. They enter their user ID and password and click the login button.

[1516] Step 2:

[1517] The terminal sends the user ID and password entered by the user to the server using a secure communication method.

[1518] Step 3:

[1519] The server compares the received user ID and password with the information in the database and performs authentication. If authentication is successful, it obtains the user's profile data (age, grade, etc.) and returns it to the terminal.

[1520] Step 4:

[1521] The device identifies the user's developmental stage based on the received profile data, and then initializes appropriate display settings (such as furigana annotation, font size, and filtering level).

[1522] Step 5:

[1523] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button. For example, "zoo information."

[1524] Step 6:

[1525] The device constructs a search request based on the input keywords and sends it to the server. The search request also includes the user's developmental stage.

[1526] Step 7:

[1527] The server retrieves the content of the requested URL from the Internet, which may be in HTML or text format.

[1528] Step 8:

[1529] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs a conversion process. First, a furigana assignment means adds furigana to kanji characters. Next, a simplification means converts difficult words and technical terms into words that are easy for children to understand. Finally, if inappropriate content is included, it is removed using a filtering means.

[1530] Step 9:

[1531] The server reconstructs the converted content and sends it to the device, ensuring that it is properly formatted.

[1532] Step 10:

[1533] The device then displays the converted content on the user's screen, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and appropriate font size and readability.

[1534] Step 11:

[1535] The user can view the displayed content and perform further searches or other operations as needed.

[1536] Example 1

[1537] Next, a description will be given of Example 1. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the robot 414 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[1538] In the current Internet environment, the difficulty and content that children view is often not appropriate for their developmental stage, and a safe and useful browsing environment is not provided. Therefore, there is a need for a system that allows children to obtain information in a format that is easy for them to understand. In particular, a problem is that the content of information is often inappropriate for children who have difficulty reading kanji or understanding technical terminology.

[1539] The specific processing by the specific processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in the first embodiment is realized by the following means.

[1540] In this invention, the server includes means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering based on the user's developmental stage, a terminal for transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication, a terminal for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server, a terminal for constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, and a terminal for displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user. This enables children to efficiently collect information safely and appropriately.

[1541] "User authentication" is the process of sending authentication information entered by the user to a server and verifying the user's identity.

[1542] A "terminal" is an information processing device used by a user, and is a device that communicates with a server and executes various processes.

[1543] A "server" is a computer system that exists on the Internet and processes and provides various data in response to requests from terminals.

[1544] "Profile data" refers to information about an individual, such as the user's age and grade, and is data used to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1545] A "developmental stage" is a stage of growth defined based on the user's age, grade, etc.

[1546] A "search request" is a request to search for information on the Internet based on keywords entered by a user.

[1547] "Content" is a general term for information provided on the Internet, including text, images, videos, etc.

[1548] "Furigana addition" is a process that helps with the reading of kanji by adding reading kana above or next to the kanji.

[1549] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of replacing difficult words and technical terms with simpler terms that are easier for users to understand.

[1550] "Filtering" is a process of removing inappropriate information from the content provided to the user, leaving only appropriate information.

[1551] "Converted content" refers to information that has been processed, such as by adding furigana, simplifying expressions, or filtering.

[1552] A "browsing environment" refers to an environment in which users can browse information on the Internet, and includes a system that provides safe and appropriate information.

[1553] This invention provides a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level depending on a child's developmental stage, thereby providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. Specific embodiments of this system will be described below.

[1554] User authentication and profile retrieval

[1555] When a user logs into a dedicated browser application such as "Manten Child Browser," the device inputs the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server compares the received authentication information with the user information in its database, and if authentication is successful, obtains the user's profile data. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., and allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1556] Searching and retrieving content

[1557] When a user enters keywords into the search bar of a dedicated browser and clicks the search button, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server. The server then accesses the specified URL on the Internet and retrieves the requested content. The retrieved content is temporarily stored on the server.

[1558] Content Transformation and Filtering

[1559] The server then transforms the content based on the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it does the following:

[1560] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[1561] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult words and technical terms into simple terms that children can understand.

[1562] 3. Filtering: Eliminate inappropriate content and provide only harmless information to children.

[1563] The server sends this converted content to the terminal.

[1564] View content

[1565] The device receives the converted content sent from the server and displays it to the user, allowing the user to safely view content appropriate for their developmental stage.

[1566] Specific examples

[1567] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[1568] Let's take the example of a user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searching for "information about the zoo."

[1569] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1570] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[1571] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and simplifies "behavioral exhibits" into "showing how animals live."

[1572] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[1573] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[1574] User "Taro (9 years old)" wants to research "global warming."

[1575] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1576] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[1577] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[1578] 4. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[1579] Prompt Sentence Examples

[1580] Here are some example prompts for a generative AI model to explain its system:

[1581] 1. "Full marks: Describe the process of logging into a child browser. Explain specifically how authentication information is exchanged between the server and the device."

[1582] 2. Please explain how you will convert the acquired content to suit the child's developmental stage. Please provide details on the specific conversion process (adding furigana, simplifying expressions, filtering)

[1583] 3. "Please explain the specific process that Taro (age 9) goes through when researching 'global warming.' Please provide details from the search to the content display."

[1584] The present invention enables users to collect information safely and efficiently.

[1585] The flow of the identification process in the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

[1586] Step 1:

[1587] The user accesses the dedicated browser application and enters their user ID and password on the login screen.

[1588] Input: User ID and password

[1589] The terminal receives the entered user ID and password and sends them to the server.

[1590] Output: Authentication information sent to the server

[1591] Step 2:

[1592] The server compares the received authentication information with the database and determines whether or not authentication is possible.

[1593] Input: Authentication information sent from the device

[1594] The server compares the user information with the database and generates an authentication result.

[1595] Output: Authentication result (success or failure)

[1596] Step 3:

[1597] If the authentication is successful, the server retrieves the user's profile data from the database.

[1598] Input: Authentication result (if successful)

[1599] The server obtains profile data (age, grade) linked to the user ID.

[1600] Output: User profile data

[1601] Step 4:

[1602] The server transmits the profile data to the terminal.

[1603] Input: User profile data

[1604] The device analyzes the received profile data and identifies the user's developmental stage.

[1605] Output: User's development stage

[1606] Step 5:

[1607] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1608] Input: Search keyword (e.g. "zoo")

[1609] The device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[1610] Output: Search request sent to the server

[1611] Step 6:

[1612] The server receives the search request and retrieves the content from the specified URL on the Internet.

[1613] Input: Search request

[1614] The server accesses the requested URL and retrieves the HTML content of the page.

[1615] Output: Retrieved content

[1616] Step 7:

[1617] The server processes the retrieved content based on the user's developmental stage:

[1618] Furigana addition: Adds reading kana to kanji.

[1619] Simplification of expressions: Converting difficult words and technical terms into simpler terms.

[1620] Filtering: Removing inappropriate content.

[1621] Input: Retrieved content and user development stage

[1622] The server analyzes the content and performs the conversion process.

[1623] Output: The converted content

[1624] Step 8:

[1625] The server sends the converted content to the terminal.

[1626] Input: Transformed content

[1627] The terminal displays the received content to the user.

[1628] Output: The content displayed to the user

[1629] Specific operation example

[1630] 1. When a user (Koko-chan, age 5) searches for "zoo", the following happens:

[1631] Once Koko-chan logs in and authentication is successful, her age data will be sent to the device.

[1632] Koko-chan types "zoo" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1633] The device sends a search request for "zoo" to the server.

[1634] The server retrieves URLs related to "zoo" and converts the pages. For example, it converts "zoo" to "zoo" and "popular spot" to "popular spot."

[1635] The terminal will display the converted information to Koko-chan.

[1636] 2. When a user (Taro, age 9) searches for "global warming," the following occurs:

[1637] When Taro logs in and authentication is successful, his age data is sent to the device.

[1638] Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1639] The device sends a search request for "global warming" to the server.

[1640] The server retrieves URLs related to "global warming" and converts the pages. For example, it writes the furigana for "causes of global warming" as "chikyu ondan ka no gen'in" (chikyu ondan ka no gen'in) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" to "nisan ka tanso hai shutsuryo" (two-third carbon dioxide emissions).

[1641] The terminal displays the converted information to Taro.

[1642] In this way, the system allows users to efficiently gather information in a safe and appropriate manner.

[1643] (Application example 1)

[1644] Next, a description will be given of Application Example 1. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the robot 414 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[1645] In today's Internet environment, there are many risks involved when children browse the internet. Information containing complex expressions and technical terms is particularly difficult for children to understand, and they may encounter inappropriate content. Furthermore, conventional systems are inadequate in adapting content to the user's developmental stage, making it difficult to provide appropriate educational value. Solving these issues and providing a safe and educational browsing environment is an important challenge in today's information society.

[1646] The specific processing by the specific processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in the application example 1 is realized by the following means.

[1647] In this invention, the server includes means for transmitting authentication information entered by a user to the server to perform user authentication, means for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data obtained from the server, means for constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content obtained by the server based on the user's developmental stage, means for displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user, means for translating the content appropriate to the user's developmental stage using a generative AI model, and means for constructing prompt sentences and using them for content conversion. This makes it possible to display the content entered by the user in a safe and easy-to-understand manner, thereby realizing a browsing environment that is beneficial to children.

[1648] "User authentication" is the process of verifying whether a user is a legitimate user based on the authentication information entered by the user.

[1649] "Profile data" is data that includes attribute information such as the user's age and grade, and is used to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1650] A "search request" is information requested to search for content on the Internet, and is created based on keywords entered by a user.

[1651] "Furigana annotation" is the process of adding furigana to Japanese kanji characters, indicating how they are read, making it easier for users to read the kanji.

[1652] "Expression simplification" is the process of converting difficult words and technical terms into simpler terms that are easier for users to understand.

[1653] "Filtering" is the process of filtering out inappropriate content and providing safe content to users.

[1654] A "generative AI model" is a model that has been trained using artificial intelligence techniques to perform a specific task.

[1655] A "prompt" is an instruction, such as a sentence or keyword, that is input to a generative AI model to help it operate properly.

[1656] "Content translation" is the process of converting a specific language or expression into another language, making it easier for users to understand.

[1657] This invention is a system that converts internet content to an appropriate level of difficulty according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display.

[1658] First, when a user logs in to the "Kids Safe Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1659] Next, when the user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves content from the Internet at the URL corresponding to the requested keywords.

[1660] The server converts the acquired content according to the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it adds furigana, simplifies expressions, and filters them. Another distinctive feature of this invention is content translation using a generative AI model. The generative AI model translates the content based on prompts and converts it into content appropriate for the user.

[1661] The converted content is then sent from the server to the device, where it is displayed to the user, allowing the user to safely view developmentally appropriate content.

[1662] To implement this system, you will need a device such as a smartphone, an internet connection, a server, and the following software:

[1663] Python

[1664] Requests library

[1665] BeautifulSoup

[1666] Transformers Library (Hugging Face)

[1667] Using a generative AI model, advanced content transformation is possible, providing useful and safe information to users, including children. For example, if a 5-year-old child wants to find information about "zoos," the following prompt sentence will be generated:

[1668] Prompt Sentence Examples

[1669] User ID: koko5

[1670] Password: password123

[1671] Search Keywords: Zoo

[1672] User Profile: Kindergarten

[1673] This allows the system to automatically convert content into something that is easy for children to view and understand, providing safe and useful content.

[1674] The flow of the specific processing in the application example 1 will be described with reference to FIG.

[1675] Step 1:

[1676] The user starts up the Kids Safe Browser and enters their user ID and password on the login screen, which causes the device to send the authentication information to the server.

[1677] Input: User ID, Password

[1678] Output: Sending authentication information to the server

[1679] Step 2:

[1680] The server authenticates the user based on the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, the server returns the user's profile data to the terminal.

[1681] Input: Credentials

[1682] Output: User profile data (age, grade)

[1683] Step 3:

[1684] The terminal identifies the user's developmental stage based on the acquired profile data.

[1685] Input: User profile data

[1686] Output: Developmental stage

[1687] Step 4:

[1688] The user enters keywords into the search bar and presses the search button. The device then constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[1689] Input: Search keyword

[1690] Output: Send a search request to the server

[1691] Step 5:

[1692] The server retrieves the relevant content on the Internet based on the received search request.

[1693] Input: Search request

[1694] Output: Retrieved content

[1695] Step 6:

[1696] The server converts the acquired content based on the user's developmental stage. Specifically, it adds furigana, simplifies expressions, filters, and translates the content using a generative AI model. It constructs a prompt sentence and uses the generative AI model to translate it.

[1697] Input: Retrieved content, developmental stage, prompt

[1698] Output: The converted content

[1699] Step 7:

[1700] The server sends the converted content to the terminal.

[1701] Input: Transformed content

[1702] Output: Sending content to a device

[1703] Step 8:

[1704] The device then displays the converted content to the user, who can then browse it and obtain safe and easy-to-understand information.

[1705] Input: Transformed content

[1706] Output: Displaying content to the user

[1707] Furthermore, an emotion engine that estimates the user's emotion may be further combined. That is, the identification processing unit 290 may estimate the user's emotion using the emotion identification model 59, and perform identification processing using the user's emotion.

[1708] System Overview

[1709] This invention combines a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and useful browsing environment, with an emotion engine that recognizes the user's emotions. The system executes a series of processes from user authentication to content conversion and display, and also has the function of adjusting the content display based on the user's emotions.

[1710] User authentication and profile retrieval

[1711] When a user logs in to "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server. The server verifies the authentication information, and if authentication is successful, it returns the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, etc., which allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1712] Emotion recognition by emotion engine

[1713] The emotion engine analyzes emotions from the user's facial expressions and voice. For example, it uses a camera to analyze the user's facial expressions in real time, or a microphone to analyze the tone of the voice. The analysis results are used to determine the user's current emotion (joy, sadness, anger, stress, etc.).

[1714] Searching and retrieving content

[1715] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and requests a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[1716] Content Transformation and Filtering

[1717] The server converts the acquired content according to the user's developmental stage and emotions. Specifically, it performs the following processes:

[1718] 1. Furigana: Furigana is added to kanji characters to make them easier for children to read.

[1719] 2. Simplifying expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple words that children can understand.

[1720] 3. Filtering: If inappropriate content is included, it will be removed by filtering measures.

[1721] 4. Emotion adjustment: Adjust the level of furigana annotation and simplification of expressions based on the user's emotions. For example, if it is determined that the user is feeling stressed, it will prioritize displaying relaxing content.

[1722] View content

[1723] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, using appropriate font size and readability based on the user's developmental stage and current emotional state.

[1724] Specific examples

[1725] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[1726] If user "Koko-chan (age 5)" searches for "zoo information," the emotion engine further analyzes whether Koko-chan is having fun.

[1727] 1. Koko-chan types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1728] 2. The device sends a search request including "zoo" to the server.

[1729] 3. The server converts the acquired information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words into "children's zoo."

[1730] 4. If Koko-chan is feeling happy, the emotion engine will prioritize pages with lots of bright colors and fun images to maintain that emotion.

[1731] 5. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on Koko-chan's screen.

[1732] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[1733] If user "Taro-kun (age 9)" wants to research "global warming," the emotion engine will further analyze whether Taro-kun is a little tired.

[1734] 1. Taro types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1735] 2. The device sends a search request containing "global warming" to the server.

[1736] 3. The server converts the acquired information to suit the developmental stage. For example, it translates "causes of global warming" into "chikyu ondan ka no genin" (causes of global warming) and simplifies "carbon dioxide emissions" into "two thirds carbon dioxide emissions."

[1737] 4. If the emotion engine determines that Taro is a little tired, it will display content encouraging him to take a break or relaxing images.

[1738] 5. The server sends the converted content to the terminal, which displays it on Taro's screen.

[1739] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet, and also enables content to be displayed that takes into consideration their emotions.

[1740] The processing flow will be explained below.

[1741] Step 1:

[1742] The user starts the "Manten Child Browser" and accesses the login screen. They enter their user ID and password and click the login button.

[1743] Step 2:

[1744] The terminal sends the user ID and password entered by the user to the server using a secure communication method.

[1745] Step 3:

[1746] The server compares the received user ID and password with the information in the database and performs authentication. If authentication is successful, it obtains the user's profile data (age, grade, etc.) and returns it to the terminal.

[1747] Step 4:

[1748] The device identifies the user's developmental stage based on the received profile data, and then initializes appropriate display settings (such as furigana annotation, font size, and filtering level).

[1749] Step 5:

[1750] The device captures the user's facial expressions and voice in real time through the device's camera and microphone and sends them to the emotion engine.

[1751] Step 6:

[1752] The emotion engine uses facial recognition and voice analysis algorithms to determine the user's current emotion (happiness, sadness, anger, stress, etc.), and sends the result to the device.

[1753] Step 7:

[1754] A user enters keywords into the search bar and clicks the search button. For example, "zoo information."

[1755] Step 8:

[1756] The device constructs a search request based on the input keywords and sends it to the server, which also includes the user's developmental stage and current emotional information.

[1757] Step 9:

[1758] The server retrieves the content of the requested URL from the Internet, which may be in HTML or text format.

[1759] Step 10:

[1760] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs a conversion process. First, a furigana assignment means adds furigana to the kanji. Next, an expression simplification means converts difficult words and technical terms into words that children can easily understand. If inappropriate content is included, it is removed by a filtering means. Furthermore, an emotion adjustment means adjusts the displayed content to match the user's current emotions. For example, if the user is feeling stressed, relaxing content will be displayed first.

[1761] Step 11:

[1762] The server reconstructs the converted content and sends it to the device, ensuring that it is properly formatted.

[1763] Step 12:

[1764] The device then displays the converted content on the user's screen, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, with appropriate font size and readability.

[1765] Step 13:

[1766] Users can browse the displayed content and perform further searches or other operations as needed. For example, if entertaining content is displayed, users will become more interested in it and continue to study or research.

[1767] Example 2

[1768] Next, a description will be given of Example 2. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the robot 414 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[1769] In recent years, the Internet has become popular as a means of educating children and gathering information. However, the content available on the Internet is diverse, and the difficulty and content are often inappropriate for children's developmental stage. Furthermore, providing information that ignores children's emotions and stress levels can hinder effective education and a safe browsing environment. Conventional systems have user authentication and basic content filtering functions, but they have the problem of being unable to dynamically adjust content according to children's developmental stage and emotions.

[1770] The identification process by the identification processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in Example 2 is realized by the following means. In this invention, the server includes a terminal having a function of transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication, a terminal having a function of identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server, a terminal including an emotion engine having a function of recognizing the user's emotions and acquiring emotion information, a terminal having a function of constructing a search request based on keywords entered by the user and transmitting it to the server, means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content acquired by the server based on the user's developmental stage and emotions, and a terminal having a function of displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to the user. This makes it possible to provide appropriate and safe content according to a child's developmental stage and emotional state.

[1771] "User authentication" is the process by which a user identifies themselves to a system using an ID and password.

[1772] A "terminal" is a computer or device that is operated by a user and that communicates with a server.

[1773] A "server" is a computer system that sends and receives data and processes content over a network.

[1774] "Profile data" is information about the user, such as age, grade, and personal settings.

[1775] The "developmental stage" refers to the degree of psychological and physiological growth of the user based on age, grade, etc.

[1776] An "emotion engine" is a software or hardware function that analyzes a user's facial expressions and voice to determine their emotional state.

[1777] A "search request" is a request that a terminal sends to a server to search for information based on keywords entered by a user.

[1778] "Furigana addition" is a process of adding the reading of the kana corresponding to the kanji.

[1779] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of converting difficult technical terms and complex expressions into simpler terms.

[1780] "Filtering" is the process of detecting and removing or masking inappropriate material within content.

[1781] "Converted content" refers to content that has been given furigana, simplified, and filtered.

[1782] This invention is a system that converts the difficulty level of Internet content to an appropriate level according to a child's developmental stage, providing a safe and beneficial browsing environment. This system is combined with an emotion engine that recognizes the user's emotions. The system executes a series of processes, from user authentication to content conversion and display, and also has the function of adjusting the content display based on the user's emotions.

[1783] Hardware and Software Details

[1784] 1. A terminal is a computer or smart device operated by a user, and performs a series of processes such as user authentication.

[1785] 2. The server is a computer system responsible for sending and receiving data and processing content, and uses a high-performance database and natural language processing engine, such as the Natural Language Processing Toolkit (NLTK) implemented in Python and TensorFlow, a machine learning framework.

[1786] 3. The emotion engine uses the user's camera and microphone to analyze facial expressions and voice in real time to determine their emotional state, using software technologies such as OpenCV and Google's voice analysis API.

[1787] System functions and processing flow

[1788] 1. User authentication:

[1789] When a user logs in to the "Manten Child Browser," the device enters the user ID and password and sends them to the server.

[1790] The server verifies the authentication information and, if successful, sends the user's profile data, including the user's age and grade, to the device.

[1791] 2. Emotion recognition using emotion engine:

[1792] Using the device's camera and microphone, the emotion engine analyzes the user's facial expressions and voice to determine emotions, such as joy, anger, sadness, and happiness from smiles and eyebrow movements, and also identifies emotions from the tone and speed of speech.

[1793] 3. Search and retrieve content:

[1794] When a user enters keywords into the search bar and instructs a search, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[1795] The server retrieves relevant content from the Internet.

[1796] 4. Content transformation and filtering:

[1797] The server analyzes the acquired content and performs appropriate conversions based on the user's developmental stage and emotional information. Specifically, this includes adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering out inappropriate content.

[1798] For example, it adds furigana to kanji characters, converts difficult technical terms into simpler terms, removes inappropriate content, and adjusts the content to be more relaxing if the user is feeling stressed.

[1799] 5. Display of Content:

[1800] The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it to the user, taking into account appropriate font sizes and layouts.

[1801] Specific examples

[1802] Prompt Sentence Examples

[1803] "How do I search for zoo information using the Perfect Child Browser?"

[1804] "How can I research global warming using the Perfect Child Browser?"

[1805] Example 1: Preschool browsing

[1806] If a user "Toddler" searches for "Zoo Information", the emotion engine checks whether the Toddler is feeling happy.

[1807] 1. The user types "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1808] 2. The device sends a search request to the server, and the server retrieves the relevant information.

[1809] 3. The server converts the information into something suitable for kindergarteners, adding furigana, simplifying difficult words, and prioritizing fun content.

[1810] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on the child's screen.

[1811] Example 2: Browsing for elementary school students

[1812] If a user "Elementary School Student" wants to research "Global Warming," the emotion engine checks whether the student is a little tired.

[1813] 1. A user types "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1814] 2. The device sends a search request to the server, and the server retrieves the relevant information.

[1815] 3. The server converts the information into a format suitable for elementary school students, adding furigana, simplifying difficult words, and prioritizing the display of relaxed content.

[1816] 4. The server sends the converted content to the device, which displays it on the elementary school student's screen.

[1817] This invention enables children to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information on the Internet, and also enables appropriate content to be displayed that takes into consideration their emotions.

[1818] The flow of the identification process in the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

[1819] Step 1: Perform user authentication

[1820] 1.1 The user logs in to the "Manten Child Browser."

[1821] Input: Enter your user ID and password.

[1822] Output: The authentication information is entered into the terminal.

[1823] Specific operation: The user enters their ID and password on the login screen and clicks the login button.

[1824] 1.2 The terminal sends the user ID and password to the server.

[1825] Input: User ID and password.

[1826] Output: The authentication information is sent to the server.

[1827] Specific operation: The device sends the entered ID and password to the server using HTTPS communication.

[1828] 1.3 The server verifies the authentication information.

[1829] Input: User ID and password.

[1830] Output: Authentication success or failure.

[1831] What happens: The server checks the received authentication information against its database to see if it matches.

[1832] 1.4 If the authentication is successful, the server sends the user profile data to the terminal.

[1833] Input: Authentication success or failure.

[1834] Output: User profile data.

[1835] Specific operation: If authentication is successful, the server sends profile information such as the user's age, grade, and personal settings to the device.

[1836] Step 2: Emotion recognition by the emotion engine

[1837] 2.1 The emotion engine captures the user's facial expressions with a camera and analyzes them in real time.

[1838] Input: Camera footage.

[1839] Output: Facial expression analysis data.

[1840] How it works: The emotion engine uses the built-in camera to capture the user's facial expressions, which are then analyzed by an AI model to determine their emotional state.

[1841] 2.2 The emotion engine captures the user's voice through a microphone and analyzes the tone.

[1842] Input: Microphone audio data.

[1843] Output: Audio analysis data.

[1844] How it works: The emotion engine uses a microphone to record the user's voice and uses a voice analysis algorithm to analyze the tone and rate to infer emotions.

[1845] 2.3 The device receives the analysis results from the emotion engine and stores the current emotion information.

[1846] Input: Facial expression analysis data and speech analysis data.

[1847] Output: Emotion information data.

[1848] What happens: The device stores the analysis results in memory and uses them to display future content.

[1849] Step 3: Find and retrieve content

[1850] 3.1 The user enters keywords into the search bar and initiates a search.

[1851] Input: Search keyword.

[1852] Output: The search request.

[1853] What happens: The user enters something like "zoo" or "global warming" into the search bar and clicks the search button.

[1854] 3.2 The device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server.

[1855] Input: Search keyword.

[1856] Output: A search request is sent to the server.

[1857] Specific operation: The device generates a search request including the input keyword as a parameter and sends it to the server.

[1858] 3.3 The server retrieves the content from the requested URL on the Internet.

[1859] Input: A search request.

[1860] Output: The retrieved content.

[1861] Specific operation: Based on the received request, the server retrieves relevant content from search engines and database APIs on the Internet.

[1862] Step 4: Transforming and filtering content

[1863] 4.1 The server analyzes the retrieved content and identifies the user's developmental stage.

[1864] Input: Retrieved content, user profile data.

[1865] Output: Analysis data.

[1866] Specific operation: The server refers to the user's profile data, sets conversion rules according to the developmental stage, and analyzes the acquired content.

[1867] 4.2 The server adds furigana to the kanji characters and converts technical terms and difficult expressions into simpler terms.

[1868] Input: Analysis data.

[1869] Output: The converted content.

[1870] What it does: The server uses a natural language processing engine to add furigana to kanji characters and convert difficult words and expressions into more understandable language.

[1871] 4.3 The server will use filtering measures to remove inappropriate content.

[1872] Input: The converted content.

[1873] Output: The filtered content.

[1874] What it does: The server uses content filtering algorithms to detect inappropriate content and remove or modify it as necessary.

[1875] 4.4 The server adjusts the level of furigana annotation and expression simplification based on the analyzed emotional information.

[1876] Input: filtered content, emotional information data.

[1877] Output: Emotionally tailored content.

[1878] Specific operation: Based on the emotional information, the server adjusts the furigana and expression level to match the user's emotional state, adjusting it to have a relaxing effect.

[1879] Step 5: Displaying Content

[1880] 5.1 The server sends the converted content to the device.

[1881] Input: Emotionally tailored content.

[1882] Output: Content is sent to the device for display.

[1883] Specific operation: The server sends the adjusted content to the device using HTTPS communication.

[1884] 5.2 The device displays the received content to the user.

[1885] Input: Content to display.

[1886] Output: Content display.

[1887] Specific behavior: The device displays the received content to the user in an intuitive and easily understandable format with appropriate font size, color, and layout.

[1888] (Application example 2)

[1889] Next, a description will be given of Application Example 2. In the following description, the data processing device 12 will be referred to as a "server" and the robot 414 will be referred to as a "terminal."

[1890] When children browse content online, it is important that they are provided with content appropriate to their age and developmental stage. However, existing systems do not adjust the content display to take into account the child's emotional state, which can cause stress and loss of concentration. Furthermore, in order to provide appropriate instruction and education, it is necessary to provide content that adapts to the child's emotional state. To solve these issues, a system with emotion recognition capabilities is desired.

[1891] The identification process by the identification processing unit 290 of the data processing device 12 in Application Example 2 is realized by the following means. In this invention, the server includes: means for transmitting authentication information entered by the user to the server to perform user authentication; means for identifying the user's developmental stage based on the user's profile data acquired from the server; means including an emotion engine for analyzing the user's facial expression and voice tone using a camera and microphone to recognize the user's emotions; and means for adjusting the display of content according to the user's emotional state recognized by the emotion engine. This makes it possible to provide content adapted to a child's developmental stage and emotional state.

[1892] Definitions of important words

[1893] "User authentication" is a process in which authentication information entered by a user is sent to a server, and the server verifies the authentication information to authenticate the user.

[1894] "Profile data" refers to personal information such as the user's age, gender, hobbies, etc. that is held by the server, and is data used to identify the user's developmental stage based on this information.

[1895] "Developmental stage" refers to each stage in which a user has different learning and understanding abilities based on age, grade, etc.

[1896] A "search request" is a request to search for content that is sent to a server based on keywords entered by a user.

[1897] "Furigana assignment" is the process of adding furigana to Japanese kanji characters to indicate how they are read.

[1898] "Simplification of expressions" is the process of converting difficult words and technical terms into simple terms that even children can understand.

[1899] "Filtering" is the process of filtering out inappropriate content and limiting the information that is displayed.

[1900] The "emotion engine" is a system that uses a camera and microphone to analyze a user's facial expressions and tone of voice to recognize the user's emotional state.

[1901] "Content display adjustment" is the process of adjusting the content display method and content according to the user's emotional state recognized by the emotion engine.

[1902] "Internet content" refers to various information, articles, videos, etc. that exist on the Internet.

[1903] MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[1904] The present invention is a system for enabling children to view appropriate and safe content on the Internet, and is implemented as follows.

[1905] User authentication and profile retrieval

[1906] When a user logs in using a device, the device sends the authentication information (user ID and password) entered by the user to the server. The server verifies the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, sends the user's profile data to the device. This data includes the user's age, grade, hobbies, etc., and this allows the device to identify the user's developmental stage.

[1907] Emotion recognition by emotion engine

[1908] The emotion engine uses the device's built-in camera and microphone to analyze the user's facial expressions and vocal tone in real time. This engine uses Google Cloud's Vision API and Speech-to-Text API to determine the user's emotional state. The engine recognizes whether the user is happy, sad, angry, stressed, etc.

[1909] Searching and retrieving content

[1910] When a user enters keywords into the search bar on their device, the device constructs a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server, which then retrieves content on the Internet based on the keywords and converts it into a format suitable for the user.

[1911] Content Transformation and Filtering

[1912] The server processes the retrieved content as follows:

[1913] 1. Furigana addition: Furigana is added to kanji to make them easier to read.

[1914] 2. Simplification of expressions: Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simpler terms.

[1915] 3. Filtering: If inappropriate content is included, it is removed.

[1916] 4. Emotional adjustment: Based on the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, the level of furigana annotation and simplification of expressions are adjusted, and relaxing content is prioritized.

[1917] View content

[1918] The server then sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user, taking into consideration the user's developmental stage and emotional state, with appropriate font size and readability.

[1919] Specific examples

[1920] Browsing for kindergarteners

[1921] If a user searches for "zoo information," the emotion engine further analyzes whether the user is feeling happy. When the user enters "zoo" in the search bar and clicks the search button, the device sends the keyword to the server, which converts the retrieved information into something suitable for kindergarteners. For example, it converts "popular spots at the zoo" into "popular spots at the zoo" and changes difficult words to "children's zoo." If the emotion engine finds the user feeling happy, it prioritizes displaying pages with lots of bright colors and fun images to maintain that feeling. The server sends the converted content to the device, and the device displays this content to the user.

[1922] (Example of a prompt for a generative AI model)

[1923] text

[1924] Based on the results from the emotion recognition API, suggest content such as:

[1925] User's age: 7 years old

[1926] Emotion: Happy

[1927] Product Keywords: Adventure World Toys

[1928] instruction:

[1929] 1. Get and display the product list.

[1930] 2. Generate product descriptions that match the user's emotions and display them with furigana.

[1931] The flow of the specific processing in the application example 2 will be described with reference to FIG.

[1932] Specific explanation of the program's processing steps

[1933] Step 1:

[1934] The user logs in on the terminal and enters authentication information (user ID and password). The terminal sends this authentication information to the server. The server verifies the received authentication information, and if authentication is successful, returns the user's profile data to the terminal. This profile data includes information such as the user's age, grade, and hobbies. Input: User ID, password. Output: Profile data.

[1935] Step 2:

[1936] The terminal analyzes the profile data received from the server and identifies the user's developmental stage. Input: Profile data. Output: Developmental stage information.

[1937] Step 3:

[1938] The device's built-in camera and microphone are used to record the user's facial expressions and voice tone in real time. The recorded data is sent to the emotion engine, which then analyzes the user's emotional state using, for example, Google Cloud's Vision API or Speech-to-Text API. As a result of the analysis, the user's emotions, such as joy, sadness, anger, or stress, are recognized. Input: facial expression data, voice data. Output: emotional state.

[1939] Step 4:

[1940] The user enters keywords into the search bar on their device. The device builds a search request based on the keywords and sends it to the server. The server retrieves content on the Internet based on the specified keywords and converts the content into a format suitable for the user. Input: Keywords. Output: Search request.

[1941] Step 5:

[1942] The server retrieves the content based on the search request and performs the following conversion process.

[1943] 1. Add furigana to kanji.

[1944] 2. Convert difficult technical terms and expressions into simple terms.

[1945] 3. Filter inappropriate content.

[1946] 4. Tailor what is displayed based on the user's developmental stage and emotional state.

[1947] Input: Retrieved content, developmental stage information, emotional state. Output: Transformed content.

[1948] Step 6:

[1949] The server sends the converted content to the device, which then displays it to the user. The displayed content is adapted to the user's developmental stage and current emotional state, taking into consideration appropriate font size and readability. Input: Converted content. Output: Displayed content.

[1950] Step 7:

[1951] While the user browses the displayed content, the device continues to monitor the user's facial expressions and voice tone, analyzing their emotional state in real time. If the device detects changes such as the user becoming stressed or losing concentration, it sends that information to the server, which then readjusts and delivers the content. Input: Real-time facial expression data and voice data. Output: Readjusted content.

[1952] The specific processing unit 290 transmits the result of the specific processing to the robot 414. In the robot 414, the control unit 46A causes the speaker 240 and the control target 443 to output the result of the specific processing. The microphone 238 acquires voice indicating a user input regarding the result of the specific processing. The control unit 46A transmits voice data indicating the user input acquired by the microphone 238 to the data processing device 12. In the data processing device 12, the specific processing unit 290 acquires the voice data.

[1953] The data generation model 58 is a so-called generative AI (Artificial Intelligence). An example of the data generation model 58 is ChatGPT (Internet Search<URL: https: / / openai.com / blog / chatgpt> ), Gemini (Internet search <url: https: gemini.google.com ?hl="ja">) and other generation AIs. The data generation model 58 is obtained by performing deep learning on a neural network. A prompt including an instruction is input to the data generation model 58, and inference data such as voice data indicating voice, text data indicating text, and image data indicating an image is also input. The data generation model 58 performs inference on the input inference data in accordance with the instruction indicated by the prompt, and outputs the inference result in a data format such as voice data and text data. Here, inference refers to, for example, analysis, classification, prediction, and / or summarization.

[1954] In the above embodiment, an example was given in which the specific processing is performed by the data processing device 12, but the technology of the present disclosure is not limited to this, and the specific processing may be performed by the robot 414.

[1955] The emotion identification model 59 as an emotion engine may determine the user's emotion according to a specific mapping. Specifically, the emotion identification model 59 may determine the user's emotion according to an emotion map (see FIG. 9), which is a specific mapping. Similarly, the emotion identification model 59 may determine the robot's emotion, and the identification processing unit 290 may perform identification processing using the robot's emotion.

[1956] FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating an emotion map 400 on which multiple emotions are mapped. In the emotion map 400, emotions are arranged in concentric circles radiating from the center. Emotions closer to the center of the concentric circles are more primitive. Emotions representing states and actions arising from a state of mind are arranged on the outer edges of the concentric circles. The concept of emotion includes both affect and mental states. Emotions generally generated from reactions occurring in the brain are arranged on the left side of the concentric circles. Emotions generally induced by situational judgment are arranged on the right side of the concentric circles. Emotions generally generated from reactions occurring in the brain and induced by situational judgment are arranged on the upper and lower sides of the concentric circles. Furthermore, the emotion of "pleasure" is arranged on the upper side of the concentric circles, and the emotion of "discomfort" is arranged on the lower side. In this way, in the emotion map 400, multiple emotions are mapped based on the structure by which emotions are generated, and emotions that tend to occur simultaneously are mapped close to each other.

[1957] These emotions are distributed in the 3 o'clock direction on emotion map 400, and typically fluctuate between relief and anxiety. In the right half of emotion map 400, situational awareness dominates over internal sensations, resulting in a sense of calm.

[1958] The inside of emotion map 400 represents what is going on in the mind, and the outside of emotion map 400 represents behavior, so the further you go outside emotion map 400, the more visible the emotions become (the more they are expressed in behavior).

[1959] Human emotions are based on various balances, such as posture and blood sugar levels. When these balances deviate from the ideal, a state of discomfort is indicated, and when they approach the ideal, a state of pleasure is indicated. Emotions can also be created for robots, automobiles, and motorcycles, based on various balances, such as posture and remaining battery life. When these balances deviate from the ideal, a state of discomfort is indicated, and when they approach the ideal, a state of pleasure is indicated. An emotion map can be generated, for example, based on Dr. Mitsuyoshi's emotion map (Research on Voice Emotion Recognition and Emotional Brain Physiological Signal Analysis Systems, Tokushima University, Doctoral Dissertation: https: / / ci.nii.ac.jp / naid / 500000375379). The left half of the emotion map lists emotions belonging to the "reaction" domain, where sensation is dominant. The right half of the emotion map lists emotions belonging to the "situation" domain, where situational awareness is dominant.

[1960] The emotion map defines two emotions that promote learning. One is a negative emotion on the situation side, around the middle of "repentance" or "reflection." In other words, this occurs when the robot experiences negative emotions such as "I never want to feel this way again" or "I don't want to be scolded again." The other is a positive emotion on the response side, around "desire." In other words, this occurs when the robot experiences positive feelings such as "I want more" or "I want to know more."

[1961] The emotion identification model 59 inputs user input into a pre-trained neural network, obtains emotion values ​​indicating each emotion shown in the emotion map 400, and determines the user's emotion. This neural network is pre-trained based on multiple pieces of training data that are combinations of user input and emotion values ​​indicating each emotion shown in the emotion map 400. Furthermore, this neural network is trained so that emotions that are located close to each other have similar values, as in the emotion map 900 shown in FIG. 10. FIG. 10 shows an example in which multiple emotions, "relieved," "calm," and "reassuring," have similar emotion values.

[1962] The system according to the present disclosure has been described above mainly with respect to the functions of the data processing device 12, but the system according to the present disclosure is not necessarily implemented on a server. The system according to the present disclosure may be implemented as a general information processing system. The present disclosure may be implemented, for example, as a software program running on a personal computer or an application running on a smartphone, etc. The method according to the present disclosure may be provided to users in the form of SaaS (Software as a Service).

[1963] In the above embodiment, an example was given in which the specific processing is performed by one computer 22, but the technology of the present disclosure is not limited to this, and the specific processing may be distributed and performed by a plurality of computers including the computer 22. For example, the data generation model 58 may be provided in an external device of the data processing device 12, and data may be generated in the external device in accordance with input data.

[1964] In the above embodiment, an example in which the specific processing program 56 is stored in the storage 32 has been described, but the technology of the present disclosure is not limited to this. For example, the specific processing program 56 may be stored in a portable, computer-readable, non-transitory storage medium such as a USB (Universal Serial Bus) memory. The specific processing program 56 stored in the non-transitory storage medium is installed in the computer 22 of the data processing device 12. The processor 28 executes the specific processing in accordance with the specific processing program 56.

[1965] Alternatively, the specific processing program 56 may be stored in a storage device such as a server connected to the data processing device 12 via the network 54, and the specific processing program 56 may be downloaded and installed on the computer 22 in response to a request from the data processing device 12.

[1966] It is not necessary to store all of the specific processing program 56 in a storage device such as a server connected to the data processing device 12 via the network 54, or to store all of the specific processing program 56 in the storage 32; only a portion of the specific processing program 56 may be stored.

[1967] The hardware resource for executing a specific process can be any of the following processors: An example of a processor is a CPU, which is a general-purpose processor that functions as a hardware resource for executing a specific process by executing software, i.e., a program. Another example of a processor is a dedicated electrical circuit, such as an FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array), a PLD (Programmable Logic Device), or an ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit), which is a processor with a circuit configuration designed specifically for executing a specific process. Each processor has built-in or connected memory, and each processor uses the memory to execute the specific process.

[1968] The hardware resource that executes the specific processing may be configured with one of these various processors, or may be configured with a combination of two or more processors of the same or different types (for example, a combination of multiple FPGAs, or a combination of a CPU and an FPGA). Also, the hardware resource that executes the specific processing may be a single processor.

[1969] As an example of a system configured with a single processor, first, one processor is configured by combining one or more CPUs and software, and this processor functions as a hardware resource that executes a specific process. Second, there is a system that uses a processor that realizes the functions of an entire system including multiple hardware resources that execute a specific process on a single IC chip, as typified by SoC (System-on-a-chip). In this way, a specific process is realized using one or more of the above-mentioned various processors as hardware resources.

[1970] Furthermore, the hardware structure of these various processors can be, more specifically, an electric circuit that combines circuit elements such as semiconductor devices. The specific processing described above is merely an example. Therefore, it goes without saying that unnecessary steps may be deleted, new steps may be added, or the processing order may be rearranged, without departing from the spirit of the invention.

[1971] The above-described description and illustrations are a detailed explanation of the parts related to the technology of the present disclosure and are merely an example of the technology of the present disclosure. For example, the above description of the configuration, functions, actions, and effects is an explanation of an example of the configuration, functions, actions, and effects of the parts related to the technology of the present disclosure. Therefore, it goes without saying that unnecessary parts may be deleted, new elements may be added, or replacements may be made to the above-described description and illustrations within the scope of the gist of the technology of the present disclosure. Furthermore, to avoid confusion and facilitate understanding of the parts related to the technology of the present disclosure, the above-described description and illustrations omit explanations of common technical knowledge that do not require particular explanation to enable the implementation of the technology of the present disclosure.

[1972] All publications, patent applications, and technical standards mentioned in this specification are herein incorporated by reference to the same extent as if each individual publication, patent application, or technical standard was specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference.

[1973] The following is further disclosed regarding the above embodiment.

[1974] (Claim 1)

[1975] a terminal that transmits authentication information input by a user to a server and performs user authentication;

[1976] a terminal that identifies a developmental stage of a user based on profile data of the user acquired from the server;

[1977] a terminal that constructs a search request based on keywords entered by a user and sends the request to a server;

[1978] A means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content acquired by the server based on the user's developmental stage;

[1979] a terminal that displays the converted content sent from the server to the user;

[1980] A system including:

[1981] (Claim 2)

[1982] 2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the furigana providing means has a function of providing furigana to Japanese kanji characters.

[1983] (Claim 3)

[1984] 2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the expression simplification means has a function of converting difficult words or technical terms into simple words.

[1985] "Example 1"

[1986] (Claim 1)

[1987] a terminal that transmits authentication information input by a user to a server and performs user authentication;

[1988] a terminal that identifies a developmental stage of a user based on profile data of the user acquired from the server;

[1989] a terminal that constructs a search request based on keywords entered by a user and sends the request to a server;

[1990] A means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content acquired by the server based on the user's developmental stage;

[1991] a terminal that displays the converted content sent from the server to the user;

[1992] A means for providing a browsing environment for users to efficiently gather safe and appropriate information;

[1993] A system including:

[1994] (Claim 2)

[1995] 2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the furigana providing means has a function of providing furigana to Japanese kanji characters.

[1996] (Claim 3)

[1997] 2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the expression simplification means has a function of converting difficult words or technical terms into simple words.

[1998] "Application Example 1"

[1999] (Claim 1)

[2000] a terminal that transmits authentication information input by a user to a server and performs user authentication;

[2001] a terminal that identifies a developmental stage of a user based on profile data of the user acquired from the server;

[2002] a terminal that constructs a search request based on keywords entered by a user and sends the request to a server;

[2003] A means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content acquired by the server based on the user's developmental stage;

[2004] a terminal that displays the converted content sent from the server to the user;

[2005] A means of translating content appropriate for the user's developmental stage using generative AI models; and

[2006] A means for constructing prompt sentences and using them for content transformation;

[2007] A system including:

[2008] (Claim 2)

[2009] 2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the furigana providing means has a function of providing furigana to Japanese kanji characters.

[2010] (Claim 3)

[2011] 2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the expression simplification means has a function of converting difficult words or technical terms into simple words.

[2012] "Example 2: Combining Emotion Engines"

[2013] (Claim 1)

[2014] a terminal having a function of transmitting authentication information input by a user to a server to perform user authentication;

[2015] a terminal having a function of identifying a developmental stage of a user based on profile data of the user acquired from a server;

[2016] a terminal including an emotion engine having a function of recognizing a user's emotion and acquiring emotion information;

[2017] a terminal having a function of constructing a search request based on keywords input by a user and transmitting the request to a server;

[2018] A means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content acquired by the server based on the user's developmental stage and emotions;

[2019] a terminal having a function of displaying the converted content transmitted from the server to a user;

[2020] A system including:

[2021] (Claim 2)

[2022] 2. The system according to claim 1, further comprising a furigana providing means having a function of providing furigana to Japanese kanji characters.

[2023] (Claim 3)

[2024] 2. The system according to claim 1, further comprising an expression simplification means having a function of converting difficult words or technical terms into simple words.

[2025] "Application example 2 when combining emotion engines"

[2026] New Claims

[2027] (Claim 1)

[2028] a terminal that transmits authentication information input by a user to a server and performs user authentication;

[2029] a terminal that identifies a developmental stage of a user based on profile data of the user acquired from the server;

[2030] a terminal that constructs a search request based on keywords entered by a user and sends the request to a server;

[2031] A means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content acquired by the server based on the user's developmental stage;

[2032] means including an emotion engine for analyzing a user's facial expression and tone of voice using a camera and a microphone to recognize the user's emotions;

[2033] means for adjusting the display of content in response to the emotional state of the user recognized by the emotion engine;

[2034] a terminal that displays the converted content sent from the server to the user;

[2035] A system including:

[2036] (Claim 2)

[2037] 2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the furigana adding means has a function of adding furigana to Japanese kanji characters, and adjusts the level of the furigana according to the emotional state of the user using an emotion engine.

[2038] (Claim 3)

[2039] 2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the means for simplifying expressions has a function of converting difficult words or technical terms into simple words, and an emotion engine adjusts the level of simplification according to the user's emotional state. [Explanation of symbols]

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Claims

1. a terminal that transmits authentication information input by a user to a server and performs user authentication; a terminal that identifies a developmental stage of a user based on profile data of the user acquired from the server; a terminal that constructs a search request based on keywords entered by a user and sends the request to a server; A means for adding furigana, simplifying expressions, and filtering the content acquired by the server based on the user's developmental stage; a terminal that displays the converted content sent from the server to the user; A system including:

2. 2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the phonetic reading providing means has a function of providing phonetic readings to Japanese kanji characters.

3. 2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the expression simplification means has a function of converting difficult words or technical terms into simple words.

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