Collaborative Geolocation Using Observable Sub-Graphs

The patent divides the large network into multiple neighborhoods, each managed by a neighborhood manager. Geolocation calculations are performed locally within each neighborhood rather than globally across the entire network. This segmentation reduces the computational burden and information exchange requirements while maintaining acceptable geolocation accuracy through localized triangulation using only neighboring nodes.

The patent implements a distributed architecture where each node maintains only locally relevant geolocation information about its immediate neighbors. Neighborhood managers collect and process data only from nodes within their local neighborhood rather than aggregating data from the entire network. This local quality approach ensures sufficient information completeness for local geolocation while avoiding network congestion from global information broadcasting.

The patent merges multiple approaches by combining local neighborhood geolocation with global network coordination. When at least three neighboring nodes with position estimates are available, local triangulation provides reliable geolocation. When fewer than three such nodes exist, the system adapts by utilizing nodes at greater distances within the neighborhood, combining their position information through the neighborhood manager to achieve geolocation coverage in scenarios where traditional methods would fail.

The patent implements a dynamic geolocation system where the calculation scope adapts based on available data. The neighborhood manager dynamically adjusts which nodes are included in geolocation calculations based on their position estimates and availability. This dynamic approach enables fast local calculations when sufficient neighboring data exists, while automatically expanding the calculation scope to include more distant nodes when needed, thus maintaining precision without sacrificing the speed benefits of decentralization.