Master Model Spatial Data Integration via Pixel Mapping
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Solution Overview
Problem
In applications involving spatial regions, such as mining and oil exploration, data from different sources is often stored in different formats and resolutions, making it difficult to cross-reference and compare without an integrated view.
Innovation Solution
A master model is created by dividing the spatial region into pixels, allowing data from various sources to be converted into representations based on this model, enabling storage as sets of deltas from the original representation, which facilitates a common view for comparison and efficient storage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If data from multiple sources are stored in different formats and resolutions, then each data source can maintain its native format and resolution, but it becomes difficult to cross-reference and compare data without an integrated view
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a master model as an intermediary framework that mediates between data from multiple sources. The master model provides a common reference structure with standardized pixels that serve as a bridge, allowing data from various sources to be integrated and compared while preserving their original characteristics. This resolves the contradiction by enabling both format compatibility and ease of cross-referencing through the unifying master model structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the spatial region into a standardized grid of pixels within the master model. This segmentation creates a common framework where data from different sources can be mapped to corresponding pixel locations. By dividing the spatial region into uniform segments, the system enables consistent cross-referencing and comparison while allowing each data source to maintain its native format and resolution characteristics.
2Quantity of substance
If data is stored in multiple formats and resolutions, then data from different sources can be preserved, but storage costs increase and data management becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a master model that serves as a master copy or template for storing spatial data. Instead of storing multiple complete datasets in different formats, the system stores data as variations or deltas relative to the master model. This copying approach reduces storage volume while preserving data from multiple sources, and simplifies management by providing a unified reference structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the storage parameters by representing data variations as deltas rather than complete datasets. This parameter transformation reduces the quantity of data that needs to be stored and managed. The master model serves as the base reference, and only the differences (deltas) need to be stored, significantly reducing storage requirements and management complexity while preserving all necessary information.
3Ease of operation
If a master model with standardized pixels is created, then data from multiple sources can be integrated into a common view, but the original data formats and resolutions must be transformed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary action by creating the master model with its standardized pixel grid structure before integrating data from multiple sources. This pre-established framework simplifies the subsequent data transformation process, as data from various sources can be directly mapped to the predetermined pixel locations without requiring complex real-time transformations. The master model serves as a pre-prepared template that guides the integration process.
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AI summary
The present disclosure involves systems, software, and computer-implemented methods for providing a master model for data about a spatial region. An example method includes identifying a master model associated with a spatial region, the master model including a plurality of pixels, each pixel corresponding to a particular portion of the spatial region and including a length and a width for the particular portion of the spatial region; identifying a data set including values of a physical property of at least a portion of the spatial region for a particular time; determining, based at least in part on the data set, a set of values of the physical property including a value for each pixel in the master model; and storing the set of values of the physical property as a value for each pixel.