Search methods and associated systems
First Claim
1. A computer-implemented searching method, comprising:
- receiving an input having a format;
finding a pattern that matches the format of the input using a rule set;
determining a subject of the input based on the pattern;
finding a result record corresponding to the subject; and
sending an output based on the result record.
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Abstract
Search methods and associated systems are disclosed. One aspect of the invention is directed toward search methods and associated systems. One aspect of the invention is directed toward a computer-implemented searching method that includes receiving an input having a format. The method further includes finding a pattern that matches the format of the input using a rule set. The method still further includes determining a subject of the input based on the pattern, finding a result record corresponding to the subject, and sending an output based on the result record. In certain embodiments, the method can further include determining at least one qualifier based on the pattern and finding a result record corresponding to the subject and the at least one qualifier. In still other embodiments, the method can further include determining a subject of the input based on the pattern and at least one synonym rule.
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20 Claims
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1. A computer-implemented searching method, comprising:
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receiving an input having a format;
finding a pattern that matches the format of the input using a rule set;
determining a subject of the input based on the pattern;
finding a result record corresponding to the subject; and
sending an output based on the result record. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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13. A computer-implemented searching method, comprising:
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receiving an input having a format;
finding a pattern that matches the format of the input using a rule set; and
determining if the pattern is suitable for use with a fact tool or at least one other tool, and if the pattern is suitable for use with the fact tool;
determining a subject of the input based on the pattern;
finding a result record corresponding to the subject; and
sending an output based on the result record. - View Dependent Claims (14)
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15. A computer-readable medium having computer-executable instructions for performing steps comprising:
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receiving an input having a format;
finding a pattern that matches the format of the input using a rule set;
determining a subject of the input based on the pattern;
finding a result record corresponding to the subject; and
sending an output based on the result record. - View Dependent Claims (16, 17, 18, 19, 20)
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