Task Simulation Using Revised Goals for Performance Optimization

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current task simulation methods fail to effectively optimize task performance by not adequately considering revised targets and dynamic factors over time, leading to suboptimal resource allocation and performance metrics.

Innovation Solution

A processor-based system that receives initial and task data to analyze attributes, generate feature data, and create simulations to identify optimal feature variations for task performance, allowing for the generation of revised targets that align with specific performance goals, thereby optimizing task execution.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If current task simulation methods are used without revised targets, then the simulation process is simple, but task performance optimization is insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetask performance optimizationVSAvoidsimulation system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs preliminary actions by generating revised targets before executing the simulation. The processor receives target data defining initial targets, generates revised targets based on task data and feature variations, and then uses these revised targets to guide the simulation. This preliminary target refinement enables the simulation to focus on optimizing specific performance aspects rather than exploring all possibilities equally.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The system applies dynamics by making the simulation targets adaptive rather than static. The revised targets are generated dynamically based on task data, feature variations, and performance metrics from previous simulation runs. This allows the simulation to adapt and refine its optimization focus iteratively, improving task performance through multiple cycles of simulation with progressively refined targets.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Productivity

If static targets are used for simulation, then the simulation is easier to manage, but resource allocation is suboptimal

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveresource allocation efficiencyVSAvoidsimulation management ease
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The system implements feedback by using performance metrics from simulation runs to generate revised targets for subsequent iterations. The processor analyzes task performance data, identifies areas for improvement, and generates new revised targets that incorporate lessons learned from previous runs. This feedback loop continuously refines resource allocation strategies, enabling the system to achieve optimal resource distribution through iterative learning.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system applies parameter changes by modifying simulation targets based on observed performance patterns. The processor adjusts target parameters such as resource allocation levels, task priority weights, and performance thresholds based on data from previous simulations. These parameter changes enable the system to adapt to varying conditions and optimize resource allocation for different task scenarios.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Manufacturing precision

If dynamic feature variations are considered in simulation, then task performance can be optimized, but the analysis complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetask performance precisionVSAvoidfeature analysis difficulty
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDifficulty of detecting and measuring

Solution Approach 1:

The system applies segmentation by breaking down the complex analysis of feature variations into manageable components. The processor identifies and analyzes individual features separately, evaluating their impact on task performance one at a time or in small groups. This segmented approach to feature analysis reduces the overall complexity while maintaining comprehensive coverage of all relevant factors.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system applies partial action by focusing analysis on the most critical feature variations that have the greatest impact on task performance. Rather than exhaustively analyzing every possible feature combination, the processor identifies and prioritizes key features based on their potential impact, concentrating computational resources on the most promising areas for optimization.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #16Partial or excessive action

Data Source

PatentUS20220308978A1Task simulation using revised goals
Publication Date: 2022.09.29 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINE CORPORATION
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AI summary

A processor may receive target data regarding initial targets. The initial targets may relate to specific values for a first set of factors regarding performance of tasks for a first time period. The processor may receive task data regarding the performance of the tasks. The task data may be associated with values for a second set of factors over a second time period. The processor may analyze attributes of the tasks. The processor may generate feature data regarding features of the task. The features may relate to the attributes of the tasks that can be varied to perform the tasks over the second time period. The processor may generate a simulation of the performance of the tasks using the task data and the feature data.