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Concept network

US7406459B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 1, 2003
Grant dateJul 29, 2008
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Expiry dateJan 28, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S707/99943
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A concept network that can be generated in response to a user query. In one embodiment, the concept network is being used with a search tool. The search tool searches a plurality of data storage locations. Each data storage location is arranged with a node. Certain ones of the nodes are connected by at least one link. The concept network selects a portion of certain ones of the nodes based on the link, wherein the at least one link is used for content purposes.

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