Sensor-Driven Training System for Expert Knowledge Variations

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing technologies for integrating performance sensors with training systems primarily focus on reporting human activity outcomes rather than analyzing the manner in which the activity is performed, providing only superficial assessments of human performance.

Innovation Solution

A computer-implemented method that configures local performance monitoring hardware to enable users to select and download content related to specific skills, including sensor configuration data, state engine data, and user interface data, allowing for the identification of expert-specific attributes and coaching advice based on data from motion sensor units, such as accelerometers, magnetometers, and gyroscopes.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If performance sensors are integrated with training systems to monitor human activity, then activity outcome reporting is improved, but analysis of the manner in which activity is performed deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveactivity outcome reportingVSAvoidmanner of performance analysis
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSLoss of information

Solution Approach 1:

The system segments performance analysis into multiple dimensions: outcome metrics (distance, speed, time) and manner metrics (movement patterns, technique quality, body positioning). Sensors are configured to collect both types of data independently, allowing comprehensive analysis without compromising either aspect.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent adds temporal and spatial dimensions to performance monitoring. Instead of only measuring outcome metrics, the system captures motion trajectories, acceleration patterns, and positional data over time, enabling analysis of how activities are performed rather than just what results were achieved.

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

2Ease of operation

If training content is standardized for multiple skills, then ease of operation is improved, but adaptability to different expert knowledge variations deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetraining content deliveryVSAvoidexpert knowledge variation
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The training content delivery system is designed to be dynamic rather than static. It automatically adapts content based on detected performance attributes, user progress, and selected expert knowledge variations. The system transitions from pre-defined fixed content to adaptive content that evolves based on real-time performance data and user interactions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system allows modification of training content parameters such as difficulty level, feedback frequency, and instructional focus based on performance attributes. Different expert knowledge variations introduce different parameter settings for the same skill, enabling users to access multiple perspectives without requiring separate training programs.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Measurement precision

If performance monitoring hardware is configured for detailed skill analysis, then measurement precision is improved, but device complexity deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveskill performance analysisVSAvoidsensor configuration
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The performance monitoring hardware is designed with multi-functionality, using a core set of sensors (accelerometers, gyroscopes, magnetometers) that can serve multiple analysis purposes. The same sensor suite supports both outcome tracking and manner analysis across different skills, reducing the need for specialized equipment for each skill type.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a processing layer that acts as an intermediary between raw sensor data and detailed skill analysis. This layer includes algorithms and models that translate complex sensor outputs into meaningful performance attributes, reducing the complexity burden on the hardware while maintaining high measurement precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS10918924B2Frameworks, devices and methodologies configured to enable delivery of interactive skills training content, including content with multiple selectable expert knowledge variations
Publication Date: 2021.02.16 RLT IP LTD
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AI summary

The present invention relates to delivery of content that is driven by input from one or more performance sensor units, such as performance sensor units configured to monitor motion-based performances and/or audio-based performances. Embodiments of the invention include software and hardware, and associated methodologies, associated with the generation, distribution, and execution of such content. Particular attention is paid to technologies that enable the delivery of skills training content that provides for expert knowledge variations in training content for various skills.