US3684871A
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Network plotting system
Assignee: SYSTONETICS Inc
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Filing: 1970-10-30
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Granted: 1972-08-15
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Expires: 1990-10-30
Abstract
Abstract A system is disclosed for plotting networks wherein the topology problem is initially solved by processing the data in one direction of scanning and subsequently finalizing the network in an opposed direction. During the first scanning, node locations (junctions, terminals, stage points and so on) are formulated into a matrix pattern which is represented by designated signals that are committed to a storage register. Matrix locations are developed during the initial scan through the data step-by-step. Subsequently, the matrix, along with interconnections, is plotted by deriving unique specific paths for the interconnections between individual nodes.
Inventors
- 👤 Charles A Schaffner
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 15:45
CPC Classifications
G; G06; G06Q; G06Q10/00; G06Q10/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
132 words
A system for plotting a network including a plurality of nodes and which extends in at least two dimensions, wherein said network nodes are specified at locations along one of said dimensions and wherein certain predetermined nodes are interconnected by lines, comprising: means for providing first dimension signals representative, in sequence, of each of said node locations as specified along said one dimension; means for generating second dimension signals specifying unique locations for said nodes along another dimension at each of said specified locations along said one dimension; means for registering said first dimension signals and said second dimension signals; and means for plotting said node locations specified by said first dimension signals and said second dimension signals along with interconnection lines between certain of said predetermined nodes to accomplish said network.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
132 words
A system for plotting a network including a plurality of nodes and which extends in at least two dimensions, wherein said network nodes are specified at locations along one of said dimensions and wherein certain predetermined nodes are interconnected by lines, comprising: means for providing first dimension signals representative, in sequence, of each of said node locations as specified along said one dimension; means for generating second dimension signals specifying unique locations for said nodes along another dimension at each of said specified locations along said one dimension; means for registering said first dimension signals and said second dimension signals; and means for plotting said node locations specified by said first dimension signals and said second dimension signals along with interconnection lines between certain of said predetermined nodes to accomplish said network.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
41 words
A system according to claim 1 wherein said network comprises a sequence-referenced network with said node locations along one of said dimensions being time ordered and wherein said means for providing first dimension signals provides such signals in reverse time order.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
A system according to claim 1 wherein said plotting means includes means to test locations of said interconnections and said node locations whereby to avoid superimposition.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
A system according to claim 3 further including means to alter the path of said interconnections under control of said means to test.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
33 words
A system according to claim 1 wherein said means for registering comprises matrix register means to register said first dimension signals and said second dimension signals as matrix locations defined by rectangular coordinates.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
33 words
A system according to claim 1 further including means for providing signals indicative of open paths along said other dimension unobstructed by said node locations with the provision of said second dimension signals.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
58 words
A system according to claim 1 wherein said means for plotting includes means for receiving said first dimension signals and said second dimension signals for a specific node location and said first dimension signals and said second dimension signals for all node locations to be plotted interconnected to said specific node location for selecting paths for said interconnections.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
16 words
A system according to claim 1 further including means to provide signals indicative of terminal nodes.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
61 words
A system according to claim 1, wherein said means for registering comprises matrix register means to register said first dimension signals and said second dimension signals as matrix locations defined by rectangular coordinates, and further including means for providing signals indicative of open paths along said other dimension unobstructed by said node locations with the provision of said second dimension signals.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
58 words
A system according to claim 9, wherein said means for plotting includes means for receiving said first dimension signals and said second dimension signals for a specific node location and said first dimension signals and said second dimension signals for all node locations to be plotted interconnected to said specific node location for selecting paths for said interconnections.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
US3533086A
Cited
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-08-15 | 1976-02-14 | 1976-08-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-08-15 | 1980-02-14 | 1980-08-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-08-15 | 1984-02-14 | 1984-08-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |