Search entity transition matrix and applications of the transition matrix
Topics: Document Classification, E-E-A-T, Ranking, Semantic Search, User Signals
This Google patent describes methods and systems for analyzing relationships between different search entities (like queries, documents, sessions, etc.) using transition probabilities. It introduces a mathematical framework that calculates both direct and indirect relationships between these entities using search history data and other signals. The system uses these relationships to improve search results, detect spam, identify trending topics, and enhance various other search engine functionalities.