Dynamically Variable Maps for Real-World Problem Solving
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept applies the core technology of dynamically variable maps to diverse industries, enabling real-time adaptation to changing conditions, improved decision-making, and enhanced user experiences.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent focused on dynamically variable maps in video games, but its limitations in terms of scope and application led to the development of this new inventive concept, which tackles complex real-world problems in smart cities, healthcare, retail, natural disaster mitigation, and supply chain logistics.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept involves a dynamic map management module that adjusts to real-time data and events in various industries. In a smart city, the module optimizes traffic flow by altering traffic patterns in response to real-time traffic data and pedestrian traffic events. In healthcare, the module generates patient-specific care maps based on medical history and real-time health data. In retail, the module directs customers to relevant product offerings based on their purchase history and in-store behavior. In natural disaster mitigation, the module analyzes real-time environmental data to predict areas of high risk. In supply chain logistics, the module adjusts shipping routes and schedules in response to real-time traffic and weather data.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications and use cases for dynamically variable maps, departing from the original patent's video game focus. The inventive step lies in adapting the core technology to address complex, real-world problems, thereby providing a new level of adaptability, efficiency, and effectiveness in diverse industries.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include integrating machine learning algorithms to improve the dynamic map management module's predictive capabilities, using augmented reality to enhance user experiences, or developing mobile applications for real-time access to dynamic maps. Variations may involve applying the inventive concept to other industries, such as finance, education, or energy management.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including smart cities, healthcare, retail, natural disaster mitigation, and supply chain logistics. The market for dynamically variable maps is expected to grow as industries increasingly rely on real-time data and adaptive solutions to drive decision-making and improve user experiences.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A63 | A63F13/52 |
| A | A63 | A63F13/55 |
| A | A63 | A63F13/60 |
| A | A63 | A63F13/795 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Computer-implemented systems for dynamic spatial mapping and adaptive user interfaces, with expertise in software design, real-time data processing, and interactive system architectures
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A software engineer with advanced knowledge of interactive mapping technologies, experience in event-driven system design, and understanding of how computational systems can dynamically respond to changing environmental conditions
Obviousness Rationale
The PTD demonstrates a straightforward extension of the source patent's core dynamic mapping technology by translating the video game map adaptation mechanism into domain-specific problem-solving contexts. A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental mapping algorithm's transferability across different application domains, understanding that the core technical innovation involves real-time event detection and responsive spatial reconfiguration. The systematic approach of dynamically adjusting boundaries and available spaces remains consistent across the disclosed variations, merely changing the contextual implementation.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,876 |
|---|---|
| Title | System and method for providing dynamically variable maps in a video game |
| Assignee(s) | Activision Publishing, Inc. |