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Multimedia database retrieval system which maintains a posterior probability distribution that each item in the database is a target of a search

US5696964A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 16, 1996
Grant dateDec 9, 1997
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Expiry dateApr 16, 2016

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S707/99945
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A queryless, multimedia database search method incorporating a Bayesian inference engine that refines its answer with each user response. The set of user responses includes of a series of displays and user actions, and is defined by a relatively simple user interface.

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