Blackstone. has been granted a patent for methods and systems that enhance genealogical studies by creating a cluster view of individuals from multiple genealogical trees. The invention includes a computer-implemented method for developing a simplified index to optimize memory storage in genealogical databases, enabling efficient filtering and searching. GlobalData’s report on Blackstone gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Genealogical tree database indexing and memory optimization methods
The patent US12045287B2 outlines a computer-implemented method and system for creating an index storage that optimizes memory usage in genealogical tree databases. The method involves accessing a full index from a storage medium containing a genealogical dataset, which includes multiple tree clusters and persons arranged hierarchically. Each tree person is assigned two scores: a first-metric score based on their distance from a reference point and a second-metric score reflecting the quantity and quality of historical records supporting their inclusion in the cluster. The process generates a simplified index that is filterable by dynamic values of these scores, significantly reducing memory storage requirements compared to the full index.
The method further includes operations for identifying sub tree persons with the highest scores and generating simplified index instances for each main tree person. This involves storing relevant sub tree persons based on their scores and repeating the process for additional tree persons. The system also accommodates search queries that filter tree clusters based on specified score thresholds, enhancing the efficiency of data retrieval. Notably, the simplified index is designed to be smaller than the total storage space of the original dataset, making it a valuable tool for managing extensive genealogical information.
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