公开(公告)号：US07624035B2

公开(公告)日：2009-11-24

申请号：US10360451

申请日：2003-02-05

Applicant: Alex X. Zhang ,  Dirk Beyer ,  Kemal Guler ,  Hsiu-Khuern Tang

Inventor： Alex X. Zhang ,  Dirk Beyer ,  Kemal Guler ,  Hsiu-Khuern Tang

IPC: G06F17/50

CPC classification number: G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q30/0206 ,  G06Q30/0283

Abstract: A method for extracting an implied value of a component associated with a plurality of product packages is disclosed. One embodiment of the method includes receiving data associated with a plurality of product packages. It is noted that the data comprises product package price data associated with the plurality of product packages. The data is processed utilizing a mathematical optimization to produce first output data. The first output data is processed with a statistical regression to produce second output data. The second output data includes an estimated value and its standard error of a component associated with the plurality of product packages.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于提取与多个产品包相关联的组件的隐含值的方法。 该方法的一个实施例包括接收与多个产品包相关联的数据。 注意，数据包括与多个产品包相关联的产品包价格数据。 使用数学优化来处理数据以产生第一输出数据。 用统计回归处理第一个输出数据，以产生第二个输出数据。 第二输出数据包括与多个产品包相关联的组件的估计值及其标准误差。

公开(公告)号：US07536338B2

公开(公告)日：2009-05-19

申请号：US09955264

申请日：2001-09-10

Applicant: Kemal Guler ,  Tongwei Liu ,  Hsiu-Khuern Tang

Inventor： Kemal Guler ,  Tongwei Liu ,  Hsiu-Khuern Tang

IPC: G06Q40/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/08 ,  G06Q40/04

Abstract: The present invention provides an automated estimation and optimization solution for selecting the optimal bid for an item in an auction. The characteristics of the auction are selected (e.g., auction format, reserve price). A relevant bidding model, based on the characteristics of the auction, is selected. The structure of the auction is estimated based on the relevant bidding model. A bid function is determined based on the auction structure and user inputs regarding the item being bid on and the characteristics of the rival bidders. An optimal bid is determined based on the bid function and user-defined evaluation criterion. An embodiment of the present invention provides a method and system that determines the latent elements of the auction environment taking into account the strategic and information conditions with minimal assumptions on the distributions of unobserved random elements. The present invention allows a bidder to estimate the unobservable private signals of rival bidders and to determine the optimal bid the bidder can employ to optimize their evaluation criterion.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种用于选择拍卖中的物品的最佳出价的自动化估计和优化方案。 选择拍卖的特征（例如，拍卖格式，预留价格）。 选择基于拍卖特征的相关投标模式。 拍卖结构根据相关投标模式进行估算。 竞价功能是根据拍卖结果和用户对投标对象的投入以及对手投标人的特征确定的。 根据出价函数和用户定义的评估标准确定最优出价。 本发明的实施例提供了一种方法和系统，其以考虑到未观察到的随机元素的分布的最小假设来考虑战略和信息条件来确定拍卖环境的潜在元素。 本发明允许投标人估计竞争对手的不可观察的私人信号，并且确定投标人可以采用的最优投标来优化他们的评估标准。

公开(公告)号：US20050080709A1

公开(公告)日：2005-04-14

申请号：US10683985

申请日：2003-10-10

Applicant: Kemal Guler ,  Ren Wu ,  Francois Boulanger

Inventor： Kemal Guler ,  Ren Wu ,  Francois Boulanger

IPC: G06Q30/00 ,  G06F17/60

CPC classification number: G06Q40/04 ,  G06Q30/08

Abstract: A method and system for selecting feedback rules for an online auction. An exemplary method may comprise controlling feedback by customizing feedback rules for an online auction substantially no earlier than entry of auction rules into an auction program by an end-user, storing the customized feedback rules for future use by the auction program, and conducting the online auction by the auction program using the feedback rules.

Abstract translation: 一种用于选择在线拍卖的反馈规则的方法和系统。 一个示例性的方法可以包括通过定制在线拍卖的反馈规则来控制反馈，基本上不早于最终用户将拍卖规则输入到拍卖程序中，存储用于将来由拍卖程序使用的定制反馈规则，以及进行在线 拍卖程序使用反馈规则拍卖。

公开(公告)号：US20050015319A1

公开(公告)日：2005-01-20

申请号：US10443930

申请日：2003-05-21

Applicant: Kemal Guler ,  Dirk Beyer ,  Cipriano Santos

Inventor： Kemal Guler ,  Dirk Beyer ,  Cipriano Santos

IPC: G06Q10/00 ,  G06F17/60

CPC classification number: G06Q10/10 ,  G06Q30/018 ,  G06Q40/00

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for automatic contract monitoring. An electronic version of a contract comprising at least one term and at least one penalty is received. Information relevant to enforcement of contract is monitored. A transaction related to the contract is received. Using the information, it is automatically determined whether the transaction is compliant with the contract.

Abstract translation: 一种用于自动合同监控的计算机实现方法。 收到包含至少一个术语和至少一个惩罚的合同的电子版本。 监督与执行合同有关的信息。 收到与合同有关的交易。 使用该信息，自动确定交易是否符合合同。

公开(公告)号：US08548882B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-01

申请号：US10672953

申请日：2003-09-26

Applicant: Bin Zhang ,  Kemal Guler

Inventor： Bin Zhang ,  Kemal Guler

IPC: G06Q40/00

CPC classification number: G06Q40/04 ,  G06Q30/08

Abstract: A method and associated system comprise obtaining historical auction data, determining, from the historical auction data, a first parameter that is a function of a joint bid distribution and a density function related to the joint bid distribution, selecting a bidder, obtaining a value distribution for the selected bidder, and solving an equation. The equation may include the first parameter and the selected bidder's value distribution, and not the value distribution of other bidders. The equation computes a bid value associated with the selected bidder for a given bid.

Abstract translation: 方法和相关系统包括获取历史拍卖数据，从历史拍卖数据确定作为联合投标分配的函数的第一参数和与联合投标分配相关的密度函数，选择投标者，获得价值分布 对于所选出的投标人，并求解方程。 方程式可能包括第一个参数和所选出价者的价值分布，而不是其他投标人的价值分布。 该方程式计算与给定出价的所选出价者相关联的出价值。

公开(公告)号：US07899711B2

公开(公告)日：2011-03-01

申请号：US10279805

申请日：2002-10-23

Applicant: Bin Zhang ,  Kemal Guler

Inventor： Bin Zhang ,  Kemal Guler

IPC: G06Q40/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/08 ,  G06Q30/0633 ,  G06Q40/04

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for estimating bidder valuation. A probability that a bid of a first bidder in an auction is not greater than a first value is determined, wherein a second bidder has a valuation in the auction equal to a second value. A rate at which the probability changes is determined. The ratio of the probability to the rate of change is determined. The ratio is added to the rival bid to determine an estimate of the first bidder's valuation.

Abstract translation: 用于估计投标人估值的计算机实现方法。 确定拍卖中的第一投标人的出价不大于第一值的概率，其中第二投标人具有拍卖中的估值等于第二值。 确定概率变化的速率。 确定概率与变化率之比。 该比率被添加到竞争对手中以确定第一投标人估值的估计。

公开(公告)号：US07801769B1

公开(公告)日：2010-09-21

申请号：US11232518

申请日：2005-09-22

Applicant: Terence Kelly ,  Kemal Guler

Inventor： Terence Kelly ,  Kemal Guler

IPC: G06Q30/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/08 ,  G06Q30/0601 ,  G06Q40/04 ,  G06Q50/188

Abstract: A method of computing at least one solution to an auction winner-determination problem includes receiving a plurality of bids in an auction and computing at least one solution to an auction winner-determination problem for the auction using the plurality of bids.

Abstract translation: 计算拍卖获胜者确定问题的至少一个解决方案的方法包括：在拍卖中接收多个投标，并使用所述多个投标计算所述拍卖的拍卖获胜者确定问题的至少一个解决方案。

公开(公告)号：US20100161388A1

公开(公告)日：2010-06-24

申请号：US12719716

申请日：2010-03-08

Applicant: Kemal GULER ,  Tongw ei Liu ,  Hsiu-Khuern Tang

Inventor： Kemal GULER ,  Tongw ei Liu ,  Hsiu-Khuern Tang

IPC: G06Q10/00 ,  G06Q30/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/08 ,  G06Q10/067 ,  G06Q30/0601 ,  G06Q40/04

Abstract: An embodiment in accordance with the present invention provides a method for determining a demand function for an item. For example, the method includes determining a first estimate of the demand function for the item by utilizing a first auction having a first set of auction parameters. Additionally, the method includes determining a second estimate of the demand function for the item by utilizing a second auction using auction data from the first auction. The second auction has a second set of auction parameters based on the first estimate of the demand function.

Abstract translation: 根据本发明的实施例提供了一种用于确定物品的需求函数的方法。 例如，该方法包括通过利用具有第一组拍卖参数的第一拍卖来确定该物品的需求函数的第一估计。 此外，该方法包括通过利用来自第一次拍卖的拍卖数据的第二次拍卖确定该项目的需求函数的第二估计。 第二次拍卖会根据需求函数的第一个估计值，设定第二组拍卖参数。

公开(公告)号：US07742968B2

公开(公告)日：2010-06-22

申请号：US09858251

申请日：2001-05-15

Applicant: Kemal Guler ,  Leslie R. Fine ,  Kay-Yut Chen ,  Alan H. Karp ,  Tongwei Liu ,  Hsiu-Khuern Tang ,  Fereydoon Safai ,  Ren Wu ,  Alex Zhang

Inventor： Kemal Guler ,  Leslie R. Fine ,  Kay-Yut Chen ,  Alan H. Karp ,  Tongwei Liu ,  Hsiu-Khuern Tang ,  Fereydoon Safai ,  Ren Wu ,  Alex Zhang

IPC: G06Q40/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/08 ,  G06Q40/00 ,  G06Q40/04

Abstract: A computer-implemented automated decision support system for designing an auction for a given item includes a structure extractor that estimates unknown elements of market structure of the auction based on auction characteristics data extracted from historical auctions for similar items and a bidding model matching the extracted auction characteristics data. The decision support system also includes a bidding behavior predictor that predicts bidding behaviors of bidders in the auction based on the estimated unknown elements of market structure and characteristics of the auction. In addition, the system includes an optimizer that employs an evaluation criterion to generate an evaluation of the auction based on (1) the estimated unknown elements of market structure and (2) the predicted bidding behavior of bidders. A method of providing an automated auction analysis is also described.

Abstract translation: 用于设计给定项目的拍卖的计算机实现的自动决策支持系统包括：结构提取器，其基于从类似物品的历史拍卖中提取的拍卖特征数据和与所提取的拍卖匹配的投标模型来估计拍卖的市场结构的未知元素 特征数据。 决策支持系统还包括投标行为预测器，其基于市场结构和拍卖特征的估计未知元素来预测投标者在拍卖中的投标行为。 另外，该系统还包括一个优化器，它采用评估标准来生成一个拍卖评估，该方法基于（1）市场结构的估计未知元素和（2）投标人的预测投标行为。 还描述了提供自动拍卖分析的方法。

公开(公告)号：US07627514B2

公开(公告)日：2009-12-01

申请号：US09903075

申请日：2001-07-10

Applicant: Kemal Guler ,  Tongwei Liu ,  Hsiu-Khuern Tang

Inventor： Kemal Guler ,  Tongwei Liu ,  Hsiu-Khuern Tang

IPC: G06Q40/00

CPC classification number: G06Q10/04 ,  G06Q30/08 ,  G06Q40/04 ,  G06Q50/188

Abstract: An automated estimation and optimization solution for selecting the best auction format by determining the latent elements of the auction environment taking into account the strategic and information conditions with minimal assumptions on the distributions of unobserved random elements. Structural analysis of bid data from prior auctions is used to identify and estimate the distributions of bidders' private signals conditional on observable bidder characteristics. The estimated signal distributions, identified by the structural analysis, are used to evaluate alternative auction formats and to select the best format from among a given set of candidates. The present invention provides decision support tools to select an auction format based on structural econometric analysis of available data on the market environment. A decision-maker may estimate the unobservable private signals of the bidders and to determine the best auction format the decision maker can employ to sell a given set of items.

Abstract translation: 一种自动估算和优化解决方案，用于通过在考虑到战略和信息条件的情况下确定拍卖环境的潜在元素来选择最佳拍卖格式，并对未观察到的随机元素的分布进行最小假设。 对来自先前拍卖的投标数据的结构分析用于根据可观察的投标者特征来识别和估计投标人私人信号的分布。 通过结构分析识别的估计信号分布用于评估替代拍卖格式，并从给定的一组候选中选择最佳格式。 本发明提供了决策支持工具，用于基于对市场环境的可用数据的结构计量分析来选择拍卖格式。 决策者可以估计投标人的不可观察的私人信号，并且确定决策者可以采用的最佳拍卖格式来销售给定的一组物品。