3D Material Structure Prediction From Small-Angle Scattering Data

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing techniques fail to accurately predict the three-dimensional structure of materials while considering various structural factors, particularly lacking in predicting three-dimensional structures based on Talbot orientation information.

Innovation Solution

An information processing device and method that utilizes small angle scattering data and supplemental information to predict three-dimensional structures by employing a prediction model learned through a combination of three-dimensional and two-dimensional models, utilizing form and structure factors, and comparing outputs to narrow candidates and ranges of structure parameters.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If only small angle scattering data is used for prediction, then the prediction process is simple, but the prediction accuracy of three-dimensional structure is insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprediction accuracyVSAvoidprediction model complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines small angle scattering data with supplemental two-dimensional information (such as microscope images or spectral data) as dual inputs to the prediction model. This merging of multiple data sources enables accurate three-dimensional structure prediction while maintaining model feasibility through integrated processing.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent integrates two-dimensional supplemental information with three-dimensional scattering data, creating a multi-dimensional input framework. This dimensional integration allows the model to leverage complementary information from different measurement modalities to achieve accurate 3D structure prediction.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Measurement precision

If various structural factors are considered in prediction, then the structural analysis precision is improved, but the computational complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestructural analysis precisionVSAvoidprediction model complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The prediction model is segmented into distinct functional components: a small angle scattering data processing unit, a supplemental information processing unit, and an integration unit. This segmentation allows each component to handle specific structural factors independently, improving precision while managing computational complexity through modular architecture.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent transforms multiple structural factors (form factor, structure factor, particle size distribution, shape distribution) into standardized parameters that can be processed efficiently by the prediction model. This parameter transformation enables comprehensive structural analysis without proportionally increasing computational complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Measurement precision

If three-dimensional structure prediction is performed without supplemental information, then the processing is faster, but the prediction accuracy is insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvethree-dimensional structure prediction accuracyVSAvoidprediction processing time
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The supplemental two-dimensional information is processed in advance to extract relevant structural features and constraints before being combined with scattering data. This preliminary processing of supplemental information enables faster integration and reduces the overall prediction time while maintaining high accuracy.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces an information integration mechanism that acts as an intermediary between scattering data and supplemental information. This intermediary efficiently combines the two data sources, extracting complementary structural insights without creating computational bottlenecks, thus maintaining fast processing speeds.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Accurately predicts three-dimensional structure parameters of materials, including form and structure factors, enhancing the precision of structural analysis.

Implementation Method 1

small angle scattering data obtained by measuring a material

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSmall angle scattering: Scattering

Data Source

PatentUS12467881B2Information processing device, information processing method, and computer-readable storage medium
Publication Date: 2025.11.11 TOYOTA JIDOSHA KK
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AI summary

An information processing device includes: an acquiring section acquiring small angle scattering data obtained by measuring a material, and supplemental information that is two-dimensional data of the material; and a predicting section that, by using the small angle scattering data and the supplemental information as input, predicts a three-dimensional structure of the material from output of a prediction model that is learned in advance and that is for predicting the three-dimensional structure of the material.