Interactive Data Object Maps With Layered Metadata Analysis
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing interactive geographical maps lack efficient methods for presenting and analyzing large amounts of geographical and geospatial data, metadata, and features, limiting user interaction and analysis capabilities.
Innovation Solution
An interactive data object map system that allows users to select and view objects, display metadata, generate histograms, perform geosearches, and create heatmaps, with features and metadata organized through a layer ontology and client-server components for efficient data presentation and analysis.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If large amounts of geographical and geospatial data are displayed on interactive maps, then the quantity of information available to users increases, but the complexity of data presentation and analysis increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments geographical data into distinct layers (e.g., terrain, buildings, vegetation, utilities) that can be independently managed and displayed. Each layer contains specific types of features, allowing users to selectively view and analyze data by layer, thereby reducing the perceived complexity while maintaining access to large quantities of data.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a hierarchical dimension to data organization through layers and categories. Instead of presenting all data in a single flat view, data is structured across multiple dimensions (layers, categories, features), enabling users to navigate and analyze large datasets through systematic exploration of different organizational levels.
2Loss of information
If detailed metadata is displayed for selected features, then the depth of information available increases, but the time required to process and display information increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent pre-processes and organizes metadata into structured categories and associations during data ingestion and layer creation. Metadata is pre-linked to features and layers, enabling rapid retrieval and display when features are selected, thereby reducing the time required to process and present detailed information.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces traditional sequential data processing with a structured, pre-indexed data architecture. Instead of processing metadata linearly when requested, the system uses pre-established relationships and categorical structures to enable parallel access and rapid retrieval of relevant information.
3Adaptability or versatility
If users can interact with and analyze millions of data objects, then the analytical capability increases, but the ease of operation decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the vast dataset into manageable layers and categories, allowing users to focus analysis on specific subsets of data. Users can select individual layers or categories to analyze, breaking down the complexity of millions of objects into smaller, more manageable units that are easier to operate with while maintaining comprehensive analytical capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces layers and categories as intermediary structures between users and the underlying data. These intermediaries provide a simplified interface that mediates access to complex datasets, making operation easier while preserving the ability to perform deep analysis through systematic exploration of layered structures.
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AI summary
An interactive data object map system is disclosed in which large amounts of geographical, geospatial, and other types of data, geodata, objects, features, and/or metadata are efficiently presented to a user on a map interface. The interactive data object map system allows for rapid and deep analysis of various objects, features, and/or metadata by the user. A layer ontology may be displayed to the user. In various embodiments, when the user rolls a selection cursor over an object/feature an outline of the object/feature is displayed. Selection of an object/feature may cause display of metadata associated with that object/feature. The interactive data object map system may automatically generate feature/object lists and/or histograms based on selections made by the user. The user may perform geosearches, generate heatmaps, and/or perform keyword searches, among other actions.