Profile Page Generator Using Image Feature Extraction

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current methods for generating profile pages in social networks are time-consuming and tedious, requiring users to manually input information and select graphical elements, leading to incomplete or outdated profiles.

Innovation Solution

A computer system that identifies potential profile images and features from an image, automatically generating a profile page based on user selection, reducing the need for manual input and enabling quick creation and updating of profiles.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Extent of automation

If automated processes prompt users to enter information manually, then profile pages can be created, but the process becomes time-consuming and tedious

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprofile page generation automationVSAvoidtime to complete profile page
Core Design Contradiction:
Extent of automationVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system automatically extracts profile information, images, and features from uploaded images without requiring user input. The computer system performs self-service by identifying potential profile images, extracting textual information, and generating the complete profile page autonomously, eliminating the need for users to manually enter data.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces manual mechanical input (user typing and selection) with automated image processing and information extraction systems. The computer system uses optical character recognition and image analysis to automatically populate profile fields, substituting the mechanical process of manual data entry with automated digital processing.

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

2Productivity

If users manually complete profile information, then profiles can be created, but completion rates are low and profiles remain outdated

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprofile creation speedVSAvoidease of profile updates
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The system enables users to create complete profiles by simply uploading an image without any manual input required. The automated system handles all aspects of profile generation including image selection, information extraction, and layout creation, making the process extremely easy and encouraging higher completion rates.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs all profile generation actions in advance based on the uploaded image, including identifying potential profile images, extracting information, and creating the complete profile layout before the user even views it. This preliminary automated action eliminates the need for subsequent manual editing steps.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

3Loss of time

If automated image processing is used, then profile pages can be generated quickly, but system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprofile generation timeVSAvoidimage processing system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of timeVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the complex image processing task into distinct segments: identifying potential profile images, extracting textual information, selecting the best image, and generating the profile layout. By segmenting the processing into separate automated steps, the system manages complexity while maintaining rapid profile generation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system uses an intermediary automated processing layer that translates uploaded images into structured profile data. This intermediary process includes image analysis, information extraction, and data organization, acting as a mediator between the user's simple image upload and the complex profile generation requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS10984178B2Profile generator
Publication Date: 2021.04.20 ADP INC
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AI summary

A method and apparatus for generating a profile page. A computer system identifies a group of potential profiles images from an image. The computer system identifies a group of features in the image. The computer system generates the profile page based on a potential profile image selected from the group of potential profile images and the group of features in the image. The computer system displays the profile page on a display system, enabling generating the profile page.