Self-Learning IoT Network for Real-Time State Change Detection

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current connected-device networks in dynamic environments face challenges in real-time tracking of state changes due to the inefficiency of complex mathematical models and extensive human intervention required for log data analysis, making it difficult to extract correlations and patterns from IoT sensor data.

Innovation Solution

A self-learning network that processes and classifies IoT data in real-time, utilizing localized object nodes and network intelligence to generate correlations and patterns without the need for pre-defined models, allowing for dynamic instantiation of new object nodes and feedback mechanisms for adjustment.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If complex mathematical models with extensive human intervention are used to analyze log data, then measurement precision of state changes can be improved, but productivity and time efficiency deteriorate significantly

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestate change tracking accuracyVSAvoiddata analysis efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The system employs machine learning models that automatically analyze log data and identify state changes without requiring extensive human intervention. The models self-train on historical data and autonomously detect patterns, eliminating the need for manual mathematical model tuning while maintaining high detection accuracy.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces manual mathematical modeling and human analysis with automated machine learning algorithms. The system uses computational models to automatically process log data, substituting human expertise with algorithmic analysis that scales efficiently to large datasets.

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

2Measurement precision

If complex mathematical models requiring special skills and human intervention are employed, then measurement precision improves, but device complexity and operational difficulty increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestate change detection accuracyVSAvoidmodel complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The machine learning models automatically train themselves on historical log data without requiring specialized human expertise. The system self-configures and adapts to different data patterns, eliminating the need for manual model tuning and reducing operational complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs universal machine learning algorithms that can handle multiple types of log data and state changes through a single unified approach. This multi-functional system replaces the need for multiple specialized mathematical models, simplifying both deployment and maintenance.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Measurement precision

If traditional log analysis methods are used, then measurement precision can be maintained, but loss of time in real-time tracking increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestate change identification accuracyVSAvoidreal-time processing delay
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system replaces traditional manual or batch-processing log analysis with real-time machine learning inference. The trained models continuously analyze incoming log data streams, providing immediate state change detection without the time delays associated with periodic manual analysis.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements continuous real-time analysis of log data through deployed machine learning models. Instead of periodic batch processing, the system maintains constant monitoring and detection capabilities, ensuring no state changes are missed and reducing overall processing time.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

Data Source

PatentUS11356537B2Self-learning connected-device network
Publication Date: 2022.06.07 AT&T INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY I L P
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AI summary

A connected-device network can continually learn from abstract sensory data (e.g., speech processing, cognitive inference, and/or computer vision image segmentation) and can generate never-seen-before data in real time. In one aspect, the network devices extract important correlations in the sensor data based on network data collected at different time slice and/or locations. Further, underlying relationships in a set of data can be detected as the sensor data transverses through different layers of the network. Moreover, the network devices can provide logic in different layers to help classify the sensor data early in the detection process (e.g., instead of waiting for it to reach its final destination).