Location-Based Activity Map Metadata Association
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mapping systems are limited in their ability to provide a general method for storing and retrieving information related to points of interest beyond specific uses such as finding driving directions or reviews and ratings.
Innovation Solution
A system that detects a mobile device's presence at a geographic location, retrieves context information, selects and executes a program code module based on contextual relevancy, and associates user input data with the location for processing and storage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a general method for storing and retrieving information related to points of interest is implemented, then the versatility and adaptability of the mapping system is improved, but the device complexity and information processing requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal metadata framework that can store multiple types of information (reviews, ratings, photos, videos, audio clips, demographic data) in a unified structure. This allows the mapping system to handle diverse point of interest information through a single general-purpose mechanism, improving versatility without proportionally increasing complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses configurable parameters such as proximity thresholds, time thresholds, and user preference settings to control information collection and display behavior. By adjusting these parameters, the system can adapt its complexity level based on specific use cases, balancing versatility with manageable complexity.
2Quantity of substance
If user activity data is collected and stored at geographic locations, then the quantity and quality of information available for retrieval is improved, but the loss of time for data processing and storage increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary filtering and organization of metadata when data is first collected at geographic locations. By pre-processing and structuring information during the collection phase rather than during retrieval, the system reduces the time required for subsequent data processing and querying operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates indexed copies and summaries of location data that can be quickly retrieved without processing the entire original dataset. This allows the system to store comprehensive information while providing fast access through pre-computed representations of the data.
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AI summary
Apparatus and computer-readable media for associating metadata with a geographic location are provided. The apparatus includes logic for detecting that a mobile device is present at a geographic location relevant to a user of the mobile device, logic for retrieving context information associated with the location, logic for selecting a program code module based upon a contextual relevancy of the location, logic for providing the program code module for execution, where the program code module is capable of performing processing specific to at least one aspect of the location, the processing is based upon the context information, and the program code module is further capable of receiving at least one input data item from the mobile device, where the at least one input data item describes an activity of the user at the location, and logic for associating the at least one input data item with the location.