Geofenced Fan Networking System with Dynamic Geolocation Modes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing social networking systems at events face challenges in providing location-based services to fans using portable smart devices, particularly in indoor venues where GPS is unavailable, and in conserving battery life while maintaining accurate geolocation tracking.
Innovation Solution
A system that employs geofenced zones and multiple geolocation modes (HIRES and LORES) on portable smart devices to track fans' locations, transitioning between modes based on their proximity to the event venue and their qualified status, thereby extending battery life and ensuring accurate tracking only when necessary.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If GPS location tracking is continuously enabled in HIRES mode, then location accuracy is improved, but battery consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically transitions between HIRES and LORES geolocation modes based on the fan's proximity to the venue and their qualified status. When a fan is far from the venue or not qualified, the system uses LORES mode to conserve battery. When a fan approaches the venue or becomes qualified, the system switches to HIRES mode for accurate tracking and service delivery.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the geolocation resolution parameter from HIRES to LORES and vice versa based on specific conditions. This parameter switching allows the system to maintain location accuracy when needed while reducing power consumption during periods when precise tracking is not required.
2Measurement precision
If HIRES geolocation mode is maintained for all fans, then location tracking accuracy is improved, but battery life decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The system applies different geolocation tracking qualities to different fans based on their individual needs and status. Qualified fans who are near the venue receive HIRES tracking, while other fans receive LORES tracking. This localized quality adjustment optimizes both tracking accuracy and battery life across the entire user base.
Solution Approach 2:
The system applies full HIRES tracking only partially - specifically to fans who are qualified and near the venue - rather than continuously to all fans. This partial application of high-resolution tracking maintains necessary accuracy while avoiding excessive battery consumption.
3Reliability
If geolocation tracking is continuously monitored at high resolution, then service delivery accuracy is improved, but energy resources are depleted faster
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts geolocation monitoring resolution based on whether fans meet specific criteria for service eligibility. By transitioning between LORES and HIRES modes according to real-time conditions, the system ensures reliable service delivery to qualified fans while minimizing energy loss across the entire system.
4Use of energy by moving object
If multiple geolocation modes are implemented with conditional switching, then battery efficiency is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses feedback from geolocation data, fan proximity detection, and qualification status to automatically determine when to switch between LORES and HIRES modes. This feedback mechanism manages the complexity of multiple modes by using automated decision-making based on predefined conditions, reducing the need for manual configuration while maintaining battery efficiency.
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AI summary
The present invention is a fan networking system (FNS), available through a software application, executing on fans' portable smart devices for an event to be held in a venue. A FNS may offer event-customized services to fans, such as messaging, fan groups, mementos, coupons, "friends", and contests. The level of services might depend on whether a fan is attending; timing (pre-, during, post-performance); for a competitive event, whether the fan affiliates with the home or away team; and the category of fan (e.g., audience, management, performer). Determination of whether a fan is attending may be done with geolocation services, e.g., through GPS. A fan might need to remain within the venue for some period of time to qualify as attending. Services to attending fans may extend for a period beyond the event itself.