Stacked System Intermediate Output Verification Method
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Solution Overview
Problem
Stacked systems in medical contexts face challenges in identifying and correcting errors in intermediate outputs, which can lead to incorrect final outputs, compromising reliability.
Innovation Solution
A method is introduced that involves receiving input data, applying a first function to generate intermediate output, and performing a check based on this output. If the check is positive, the output is passed to a second function; if negative, a warning message is provided, and the user can manually verify the output.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a stacked system processes intermediate outputs without verification, then productivity is improved, but reliability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by performing a check on the intermediate output data before it is passed to the second function. This advance verification ensures that errors are detected early in the processing chain, preventing propagation to final outputs while maintaining efficient processing flow.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback by introducing a verification step that evaluates intermediate output data and provides control information back to the system flow. Based on the check result, the system either proceeds with processing or triggers an error handling routine, creating a closed-loop control mechanism that enhances reliability without significantly impacting productivity.
2Reliability
If a check is performed on intermediate output, then reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the stacked system into distinct functional modules: a first function that generates intermediate output, a check mechanism that verifies the output, and a second function that processes verified data. This modular structure isolates the verification logic, making the overall system more manageable and maintainable despite the added complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary check mechanism that acts as a mediator between the first and second functions. This intermediary component validates intermediate output data before it reaches the second function, ensuring reliability without requiring direct modification of the core processing functions, thus limiting the increase in overall system complexity.
3Reliability
If manual verification is enabled for negative checks, then reliability is improved, but loss of time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies partial action by implementing manual verification only for cases where the automated check returns a negative result. This selective approach ensures that full manual inspection is reserved for suspicious cases, maintaining high reliability while minimizing the time loss associated with manual verification. Most cases proceed through automated validation without human intervention.
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AI summary
One or more example embodiments relates to a computer implemented method for performing a check of a stacked system. The method comprises receiving input data. The method further comprises applying a first function to the input data to generate an intermediate output data. The method further comprises performing a check based on the intermediate output data. If the check is positive, the method comprises providing the intermediate output data to a second function at least as part of an intermediate input data, applying the second function to the intermediate input data to generate an output data and providing the output data.