Visual Search for Specialized Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept adapts visual search technology for launching computer applications in high-security environments, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, and unique operational environments, ensuring secure and reliable application launching in these specialized scenarios.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a method for launching computer applications using visual identifiers, but it did not address the specific challenges and requirements of high-security environments, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, and unique operational environments. This inventive concept solves the problem of securely and reliably launching computer applications in these specialized scenarios.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a visual identifier system that accesses a visual identifier, performs a visual search, and verifies a computing device prior to launching the computer application. In high-security environments, the system ensures that only authorized devices can launch the application. In disaster relief, the system enables quick and reliable access to critical applications. In extreme weather conditions, the system adapts to the environmental challenges to maintain application availability. In unique operational environments, the system configures the application to meet the specific requirements of the environment.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel adaptations of the visual search technology to address the specific challenges of high-security environments, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, and unique operational environments. The inventive step lies in the system's ability to verify computing devices, adapt to environmental challenges, and configure applications for specialized scenarios.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include using different visual identifier formats, incorporating additional security measures, or integrating with other technologies to enhance the application launching experience. Variations could include adapting the system for specific industries, such as healthcare or finance, or for use in other specialized scenarios.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in industries that require secure and reliable application launching, such as government, finance, and healthcare. The system could also be used in disaster relief efforts, extreme weather condition scenarios, and unique operational environments, providing a competitive advantage in these specialized markets.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A63 | A63F13/537 |
| G | G06 | G06F3/0482 |
| G | G08 | G08B5/22 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Computer-implemented application launching systems, specifically focusing on visual search technologies for application activation across interactive digital platforms, with expertise in user interface design, application integration, and visual identifier encoding
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A software engineer with 3-5 years experience in mobile application development, familiar with visual search technologies, user interface design patterns, and cross-platform application launching mechanisms, possessing knowledge of encoding techniques and user interaction paradigms
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that extending the source patent's visual search application launching mechanism to specialized environments represents a predictable technological adaptation. The core visual identifier search and launch functionality remains consistent, with variations primarily addressing contextual constraints and verification processes. The technical solution follows established design patterns for context-aware computing systems.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,879 |
|---|---|
| Title | Visual search to launch application |
| Assignee(s) | Snap Inc. |