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Methods and devices for extracting document structure

US9418051B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 21, 2012
Grant dateAug 16, 2016
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Expiry dateJun 21, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F40/279
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for extracting a document structure is disclosed. The method may include determining a position of reference information in a layout file, and extracting items related to the reference information from the determined position of the layout file. An apparatus for extracting a document structure is also disclosed. The apparatus may include a processor configured to determine a position of reference information in a layout file; and to extract items related to the reference information from the determined position of the layout file. The apparatus may further include a storage device configured to store the extracted items.

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