Computer-implemented land planning system and method with GIS integration
US9721043B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 31, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 1, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 30, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q50/165
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A computer-implemented land planning system is designed to generate at least one conceptual fit solution to a user-defined land development problem. The system employs a computer readable medium and a computer program encoded on the medium. The computer program is operable, when executed on a computer, for electronically creating at least one candidate solution to the land development problem. The candidate solution incorporates a plurality of engineering measurements applicable in development of an undeveloped land site. Existing GIS data is collected for the selected undeveloped land site. A fitness function quantitatively evaluates the candidate solution based on its cost. A heuristic problem-solving strategy manipulates the engineering measurements of the candidate solution to achieve a more quantitatively fit solution to the land development problem. Documentation illustrating the fit solution to the land development problem is delivered to the user.
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