How to Map Physical Locations to Human-Friendly Web Addresses

A system that assigns easy-to-read web domain names to specific geographic areas on a map, making it easier to search, own, and trade location-based digital data.

What it covers

This system creates a bridge between complex geographic coordinates and simple web addresses. It takes groups of pixels on a map—represented by technical 'geohashes'—and assigns them a human-readable domain name, like 'park.city'. It uses a hierarchical structure where sub-domains represent smaller areas within a larger location cluster. The system also includes a compression method to store these large lists of geographic data efficiently and uses blockchain technology to ensure that each domain name is unique and can be legally owned or traded.

What it doesn't cover

• —Does not cover traditional GPS navigation systems that do not use a domain-name-based hierarchy.
• —Does not cover raw geohashing techniques that lack the specific hierarchical domain-name mapping described.
• —Does not cover general-purpose blockchain smart contracts that are not specifically tied to location-based domain mapping.

The clever bit

The system treats geographic space like a website URL structure, allowing developers to use familiar DNS-style logic to query and manage physical locations, while using blockchain to solve the 'who owns this square of land' problem.

Why it matters

As digital maps become more interactive and tied to virtual economies, finding a way to 'own' or easily reference a piece of the real world is becoming a business priority. This patent provides a framework for creating a decentralized registry for physical space, which is essential for companies building location-based augmented reality or digital real estate platforms.

Real-world examples

• 1.Digital real estate platforms
• 2.Location-based augmented reality games
• 3.Decentralized mapping services