User-Defined Geographic Location Identity System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current navigation technologies face inaccuracies and inefficiencies in pinpointing specific locations, as they rely on device-based tracking and lack a method for users to manually define and share precise geographic points with descriptive information, leading to misinterpretation of location identities and inefficient navigation experiences.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that allow users to create and share user-defined geographic location identities, combining latitude and longitude coordinates with descriptive attributes, enabling precise location definition and sharing, independent of navigation activities or tracking, through a dedicated file type protocol and API for enhanced accuracy and user control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If device-based GPS tracking is used to determine location, then navigation coverage is provided, but location accuracy is insufficient for specific points
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by allowing users to pre-define specific location identities with exact coordinates and descriptive attributes before navigation is needed. These pre-defined locations are stored in a database and can be quickly retrieved during navigation, eliminating the need for real-time manual location specification and improving both accuracy and user control.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary layer between GPS tracking and the user interface - a database of pre-defined location identities. This intermediary allows the system to match GPS coordinates with specific, pre-characterized locations, thereby improving location accuracy without complicating the user interface. Users interact with named locations rather than raw coordinates.
2Measurement precision
If general street address navigation is used, then broad area navigation is provided, but specific point location accuracy is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the navigation problem into two distinct parts: (1) a database component that stores pre-defined location identities with precise coordinates and attributes, and (2) a navigation component that uses these predefined locations. This segmentation allows specific point accuracy to be improved without overwhelming the system with complex real-time processing requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
Location identities with precise coordinates and descriptive attributes are defined and stored in advance in a database. During navigation, the system simply retrieves these pre-defined locations rather than creating them in real-time, which reduces system complexity while maintaining high point location accuracy.
3Loss of information
If real-time location tracking is implemented, then current position monitoring is provided, but descriptive location identity sharing is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The system creates copies of location identity data (coordinates, attributes, descriptions) from the centralized database and distributes them to multiple users and applications. This copying mechanism enables widespread location information sharing while maintaining data consistency and allowing each user to have access to the same descriptive location identities without requiring real-time tracking infrastructure.
4Adaptability or versatility
If pre-loaded land routes are used for navigation, then route guidance is provided, but adaptive location definition is limited
Solution Approach 1:
Location identities with precise coordinates, attributes, and descriptions are defined and stored in advance in a database. During navigation, users simply select from these pre-defined locations rather than manually defining them, which maintains adaptability while eliminating location setup time.
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides self-service by automatically matching GPS coordinates with pre-defined location identities from the database. Users don't need to manually define locations or configure complex parameters - the system automatically retrieves the appropriate location identity based on the current position, providing both flexibility and time efficiency.
Data Source
AI summary
A system and method facilitated on the Internet wherein users connected to the Internet via a system comprised of, a computer driven mobile GPS and/or AGPS enabled device, or, a stationary or portable computing device capable of connecting to the Internet, a corresponding mobile application and/or website portal with user account access, and an Application Programming Interface (API) for the user to interact with a user centric secure online database, engage with a method of constructing, saving, and sharing user defined specific geographic point location identity data sets or files exclusively that is not designed as a social interaction community involving tracking or proximity sensing of the user device. A system and method that is designed and intended for the purposes of constructing, saving, modifying, and sharing user defined geographic location identity data sets or files exclusively and absent requirements of engaging in actively tracking user devices.