Contextual Map View Adjusting POI Position
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Solution Overview
Problem
Mapping applications face challenges in displaying orientation points of interest (POIs) on small device screens without sacrificing resolution, as the screen size is typically smaller than paper-based maps, making it difficult to align POIs with their physical world positions.
Innovation Solution
The method involves identifying and adjusting the position of orientation POIs within a contextual map view, allowing them to be displayed at positions that do not align with their physical world counterparts, while adjusting the map topology to accommodate these POIs and providing a flexible, intuitive representation of the geographic area, including temporal and environmental information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If POIs are displayed at their physical world positions on small screens, then alignment with physical world is maintained, but resolution and visibility are compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from strict 1:1 physical world positioning to a contextual positioning system where POIs are placed in an optimized dimension that balances physical alignment with screen visibility. Orientation POIs are positioned in a 'contextual dimension' that considers both physical location and optimal display characteristics, allowing them to appear at adjusted positions that maintain usability while preserving map resolution.
2Ease of operation
If map topology is adjusted to accommodate POIs at adjusted positions, then POI visibility and user experience are improved, but map accuracy is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by making selective adjustments to map topology only in specific regions where orientation POIs need to be displayed. Rather than globally altering map accuracy, the system locally modifies the topology in contextual areas to accommodate adjusted POI positions, preserving overall map precision while enabling improved user experience at specific locations.
3Loss of information
If multiple POIs are displayed including temporal and environmental information, then information completeness is improved, but screen clutter increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments information display by creating distinct visual categories for different POI types (orientation POIs, contextual POIs, temporal information, environmental information). Each segment is positioned and styled differently, allowing the interface to present comprehensive information while maintaining visual organization and reducing perceived clutter through systematic categorization.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods of providing map data to a user are provided. For instance, a plurality of points of interest associated with a geographic area to be displayed in a viewport associated with a digital mapping application can be identified. An adjusted position can be determined for an orientation point of interest. The adjusted position is a position that does not align with a position of the orientation point of interest in the physical world. A map topology associated with map data defining a visual representation of the geographic area can be adjusted based at least in part on the adjusted position. The orientation POI can be provided for display at the adjusted position associated with the map data within the mapping application.