Meta-Learning Resource Allocation for Adaptive Cluster Workloads

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing resource allocation methods in computing clusters lack adaptability and accuracy for managing diverse job payloads, leading to suboptimal resource utilization and prolonged job execution times due to inadequate utilization of historical data and intricate job behavior patterns.

Innovation Solution

A system incorporating a meta-learning diagnostic model that adapts and evolves based on historical data, dynamically reconfiguring resources using a payload model and actuator engine to predict and adjust resource allocation for tasks with heavy payloads.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If existing resource allocation methods are used, then system simplicity is maintained, but resource utilization efficiency deteriorates and job execution time increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveresource allocation efficiencyVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system employs self-service through automated meta-learning models and actuator engines that dynamically adjust resource allocation without manual intervention. The actuator engine automatically receives task information, determines optimal resource configurations, and implements allocation changes, enabling the system to serve itself in optimizing resource distribution while improving productivity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamics by transitioning from static resource allocation to dynamic adaptation. The system continuously learns from historical task data and adjusts resource allocation in real-time based on current task requirements. The actuator engine dynamically reconfigures computing, storage, and networking resources according to evolving job patterns, resolving the contradiction between efficiency improvement and system complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Measurement precision

If manual algorithm selection is used, then system complexity is reduced, but predictive accuracy and adaptability deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepredictive accuracyVSAvoidalgorithm selection complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces manual algorithm selection with automated machine learning models. The meta-learning diagnostic models automatically analyze task characteristics and predict optimal resource allocation strategies without human intervention. This substitution of mechanical/manual processes with automated intelligent systems improves predictive accuracy while the modular architecture manages the inherent complexity through systematic automation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The actuator engine serves as an intermediary between task information and resource allocation decisions. It receives preprocessed task data, consults trained meta-learning models, and translates predictions into concrete resource configuration actions. This intermediary layer automates the complex algorithm selection process, improving predictive accuracy while encapsulating complexity within a manageable intermediate component.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Adaptability or versatility

If historical data is not utilized, then system complexity is minimized, but adaptability to diverse job patterns deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadaptability to job patternsVSAvoiddata processing complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system applies preliminary action by pre-processing historical task information before model training. The preprocessor standardizes and prepares historical data in advance, extracting relevant features and organizing them for efficient model consumption. This preliminary preparation enables the meta-learning models to quickly adapt to diverse job patterns while managing data processing complexity through structured pre-computation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent segments the data processing workflow into distinct modular components: data collection, preprocessing, model training, and actuation. Each component handles specific aspects of historical data utilization independently. This segmentation allows the system to leverage historical data for improved adaptability while containing processing complexity within discrete, manageable modules that can be developed and maintained separately.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Data Source

PatentUS20260050481A1Dynamic Task Resource Allocation Using Meta-Learning Diagnostic Models
Publication Date: 2026.02.19 BANK OF AMERICA CORP
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AI summary

Aspects of the disclosure related to dynamic task resource allocation. A computing platform may train an actuator engine to identify an updated resource allocation. The computing platform may receive first task information. The computing platform may preprocess the first task information. The computing platform may input the preprocessed first task information into the actuator engine. The computing platform may extract resource allocation information. The computing platform may identify an updated resource allocation. The computing platform may send the updated resource allocation and commands directing a task execution system to reconfigure resources of the task execution system according to the updated resource allocation.