Semantic Case Search System for Sample Analysis
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional methods for acquiring an analysis device and related services for sample analysis are inefficient, as they require multiple steps and lack direct access to appropriate analysis methods and devices, leading to delayed responses and inadequate knowledge about specific analytical contents.
Innovation Solution
A case search method and system that interprets semantic content from user-input search strings to retrieve analysis cases related to the presented sample, allowing for the identification of suitable analysis devices and methods, even if the input keywords do not exactly match existing database entries.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If conventional keyword search is used, then search processing is simple, but search accuracy is insufficient when input keyword is only sample name
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a semantic interpretation unit as an intermediary between the keyword search and the database. This unit interprets the semantic content of input keywords (such as sample names) and converts them into meaningful search queries, thereby improving search accuracy without requiring complex changes to the overall system architecture.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical keyword-matching system with a semantic interpretation system. Instead of relying on exact keyword matches, the system uses natural language processing to understand the meaning behind keywords, enabling accurate retrieval even when the input is only a sample name without technical parameters.
2Speed
If customer contacts sales department or agency, then initial inquiry is received, but response time is delayed due to multiple steps
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables customers to perform self-service by directly inputting sample information into the search system. The system automatically retrieves relevant analysis methods and device information without requiring customer contact with sales personnel, thereby significantly reducing response time and eliminating the need for multiple inquiry steps.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent pre-stores comprehensive analysis case data including sample information, analysis methods, and device specifications in a database. When a customer inputs a sample name, the system can immediately retrieve pre-prepared information without requiring real-time human analysis, thus achieving fast response.
3Loss of information
If sales representatives handle inquiries, then equipment knowledge is available, but specific analytical content knowledge is lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal search system that combines both equipment information and specific analytical content knowledge in a single database. This system serves multiple functions: it provides device specifications like sales representatives do, and simultaneously provides detailed analytical methods and sample information that sales personnel lack, eliminating the need for customers to consult multiple sources.
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AI summary
In order to provide a case search method and a case search system for providing a case of an analysis device, preprocessing, etc., associated with a sample that a user, etc., wishes to analyze, with respect to an analysis case for a presented case, a search unit 29 interprets the semantic content contained in a search string input by a user, and retrieves, based on the interpretation result, an analysis case relating to a sample which coincides with or is similar to the presented sample, out of analysis cases stored in advance in databases A, B, and outputs the retrieved case.