Continuously Trained Neural Network for Adaptive Detection

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing detection and response systems using neural networks are limited by the initial training data and cannot be updated beyond the capabilities at the time of deployment, restricting their detection and response capabilities.

Innovation Solution

A continuously trained neural network system with a central server and remote devices, where sensor data is analyzed using an instanced copy of the neural network, and the training module updates the network based on validated detections, allowing for continuous retraining and improved detection and response capabilities.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If a trained neural network is used for detection, then detection ability is improved, but the system becomes locked in initial capabilities and cannot adapt to new conditions

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection abilityVSAvoidadaptability to new conditions
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a dynamic neural network system where the model is initially trained offline with substantial data, then continuously fine-tuned online using incoming sensor data. This transforms the static, locked neural network into a dynamic system that adapts over time while maintaining its core detection capabilities.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system incorporates feedback loops where detection results and new sensor data are fed back into the neural network for continuous retraining. This allows the system to learn from its own operations and external data sources, improving both detection precision and adaptability simultaneously.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

2Measurement precision

If substantial training data is used to improve neural network detection, then detection precision is improved, but the system requires substantial amounts of training data and is locked in once trained

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection precisionVSAvoidtraining data requirements
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The patent performs preliminary offline training of the neural network with substantial training data before deployment. This preliminary action establishes strong initial detection capabilities, allowing the system to achieve high precision without requiring continuous large-scale data input during operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The system implements continuous online learning where the neural network is continuously refined using incoming sensor data. This continuous useful action allows the system to maintain and improve detection precision over time using incremental data rather than requiring substantial batches of training data periodically.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

3Device complexity

If static detection criteria are used in sensors, then system complexity is reduced, but detection capability is limited to rudimentary detection

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesystem complexityVSAvoiddetection capability
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a neural network as an intermediary layer between simple sensor detection and complex response systems. The neural network processes sensor inputs and generates detection results, enabling sophisticated detection capabilities while keeping the sensor hardware itself relatively simple and the overall system manageable.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS11675879B2Apparatus and method for operating a detection and response system
Publication Date: 2023.06.13 K2AI LLC
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AI summary

A detection and response system includes a central server having at least one continuously trained neural network and at least one remote system connected to the central server. The at least one remote system includes a first sensor configured to provide an analyzable output corresponding to sensed information to an instanced copy of the continuously trained neural network, and a response system configured to generate a response to the instanced copy of the continuously trained neural network providing a positive detection. A training module is stored on the central server and is configured to update one of the continuously trained neural network and the instanced copy of the continuously trained neural network in response to receiving a data set including the positive detection.