Micro Point Address Detection via Audio Trigger

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional map coding procedures are resource-intensive, costly, and not optimized for high-resolution maps, struggling to accurately represent micro point locations such as apartments or suites within buildings due to the need for manual input and specialized systems.

Innovation Solution

A method and apparatus for micro point address detection using audio triggers, where audio data is compared to predetermined samples to associate location data with grid location identifiers, enabling precise geocoding and reverse geocoding through the use of audio sensors, position circuitry, and a controller, which store and retrieve coordinates for micro point addresses in map databases.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If manual map coding procedures are used to pinpoint locations, then address accuracy can be achieved, but resource consumption and cost increase dramatically

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveaddress accuracyVSAvoidresource efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The system enables automatic collection of micro point addresses through audio triggers and location data from mobile devices, eliminating the need for manual map coding. Users automatically contribute location data when audio patterns are detected, allowing the system to self-populate the database without human operators

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

Manual mechanical processes of map coding are replaced with automated audio detection and location tracking systems. The controller automatically processes audio data, compares it to predetermined samples, and associates location data with grid location identifiers without human intervention

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

2Quantity of substance

If conventional map coding procedures are used, then basic address coverage can be achieved, but precision for micro point locations such as apartments or suites deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveaddress coverageVSAvoidmicro point location accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The system divides the address space into grid locations and further segments them into micro point identifiers. Each grid location can contain multiple micro points (apartments, suites, rooms), allowing hierarchical organization that maintains both broad coverage and fine-grained precision

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system adds a new dimension of precision by introducing micro point identifiers beyond traditional address structures. This enables differentiation of multiple locations within the same geographic coordinates through audio-triggered identification

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

3Loss of information

If manual input methods are used for map building, then address data can be collected, but turnaround time and cost efficiency worsen

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveaddress data completenessVSAvoidturnaround time
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system continuously collects address data in the background through audio triggers and location tracking. Mobile devices automatically report location information when audio patterns are detected, creating a continuous stream of data without interrupting normal operations or requiring scheduled manual updates

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

Data Source

PatentUS10771919B2Micro point collection mechanism for smart addressing
Publication Date: 2020.09.08 HERE GLOBAL BV
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AI summary

A micro point address is detected in response to an audio trigger. Audio data is detected at a mobile device and compared to at least one predetermined audio sample. In response to the comparison, location data is collected or a location stamp including the location data is made. A grid location identifier is stored in association with the location data in response to the comparison.