Advanced RAG Technology

Advanced RAG with 98% Accuracy

Experience hybrid search combining vector embeddings and full-text search, unified through Reciprocal Rank Fusion for unparalleled retrieval precision.

rag-agent-demo — hybrid-search

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PDF, DOCX, TXT

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1536 Dimensions

Hybrid Search

Vector + Text + RRF

AI Response

Streaming via AI SDK

The Pipeline

How It Works

From document upload to AI-powered answers in four seamless steps, each optimized for maximum retrieval accuracy.

01

Document Upload

Upload your documents in any format. Our processor automatically extracts and chunks content for optimal retrieval.

  • PDF, DOCX, TXT, MD support
  • Automatic text extraction
  • Smart chunking (500 tokens)
  • Metadata preservation
02

Embedding Generation

Each chunk is transformed into a high-dimensional vector using OpenAI's latest embedding model for semantic understanding.

  • text-embedding-3-small
  • 1536-dimensional vectors
  • Semantic representation
  • Batch processing
03

Hybrid Search

Your queries trigger both vector similarity search and full-text search, combined using Reciprocal Rank Fusion.

  • MongoDB Atlas Vector Search
  • Lucene full-text search
  • RRF with K=60
  • 98% retrieval accuracy
04

AI Response

The retrieved context is passed to an LLM which generates accurate, contextual responses streamed in real-time.

  • Claude 3.5 via OpenRouter
  • Vercel AI SDK streaming
  • Source citations
  • Context-aware answers
Architecture

Hybrid Search with Reciprocal Rank Fusion

Our dual-path architecture combines the semantic understanding of vector search with the precision of full-text matching.

User Query"How does RRF work?"VECTOR SEARCHMongoDB AtlasCosine SimilarityTop 10 ResultsTEXT SEARCHLucene IndexBM25 RankingTop 10 ResultsRRFRank FusionK = 601/(K + rank)Ranked Results#1chunk_47 (0.89)#2chunk_12 (0.76)#3chunk_89 (0.71)Semantic PathLexical Path
Vector Search (Semantic)
Text Search (Lexical)
RRF Fusion
V

Vector Search

Finds semantically similar content using 1536-dimensional embeddings and cosine similarity. Great for understanding intent and context.

T

Text Search

Matches exact keywords and phrases using Lucene's BM25 algorithm. Perfect for specific terms and acronyms.

RRF

Rank Fusion

Combines rankings using 1/(K+rank) formula where K=60. This weighting creates balanced, highly accurate results.

Agentic Intelligence

Beyond Traditional RAG: Agentic Retrieval

Autonomous AI agents that reason, plan, and adapt. Our agentic harness transforms simple retrieval into intelligent, multi-step problem-solving.

User Query"Analyse Q3 sales""across all regions"AGENT HARNESSPLANNINGTask DecompositionStrategy SelectionStep SequencingLLMREASONINGClaude Opus 4.5 / GPT-5.2TOOL LAYERVector SearchGraph RAGExternal APIsMEMORYConversation HistoryWorking MemoryRetrieved ContextVERIFICATIONOutput ValidationSafety GuardrailsQuality ThresholdsITERATION LOOPRefined ResponseMulti-source synthesisVerified accuracyCited sources
Planning & Memory
Tools & Verification
Self-Correction Loop

Multi-Step Reasoning

Autonomous planning and decomposition of complex queries into manageable sub-tasks, enabling sophisticated problem-solving across multiple retrieval cycles.

Tool & Function Calling

Dynamic integration with external tools, APIs, and databases. The agent decides which tools to invoke based on query requirements.

Self-Correction

Continuous reflection and refinement of outputs. When initial results are insufficient, the agent iterates until quality thresholds are met.

Context-Aware Retrieval

Adaptive retrieval strategies that consider conversation history, user intent, and document relevance to deliver precise results.

What is an Agent Harness?

The agent harness is the complete architectural system surrounding an LLM—everything except the model itself. It manages the entire context lifecycle: planning queries, orchestrating tool calls, maintaining memory, and verifying outputs.

Think of it as the "operating system" for your AI agent. While the LLM provides reasoning capabilities, the harness provides structure, control, and reliability.

Planning & Decomposition

Breaks complex queries into executable steps

Memory & State Management

Maintains context across conversation turns

Verification & Guardrails

Ensures output quality and safety constraints

Tool Integration Layer

Orchestrates connections to external systems

Traditional RAG vs Agentic RAG

See how agentic capabilities transform the retrieval experience from simple question-answering to intelligent problem-solving.

1x

Traditional RAG

  • Single retrieval pass

    One query, one search, one response

  • Static context window

    Fixed chunk retrieval without adaptation

  • No self-correction

    Cannot identify or fix retrieval failures

  • Limited to vector similarity

    Cannot leverage external tools or APIs

N+

Agentic RAG

  • Multi-step reasoning

    Iterative retrieval with query refinement

  • Dynamic context management

    Adapts retrieval strategy per query

  • Self-correction & reflection

    Detects gaps and re-queries as needed

  • Tool & function calling

    Integrates databases, APIs, calculators

Use Case Example

"Analyse our Q3 performance and recommend improvements"

STEP 1
Plan & Decompose

Agent breaks query into sub-tasks: retrieve Q3 data, compare to Q2, identify patterns

STEP 2
Multi-Source Retrieval

Queries vector DB, calls SQL database, fetches external market data

STEP 3
Verify & Iterate

Checks completeness, identifies gaps in regional data, performs additional retrieval

STEP 4
Synthesise & Respond

Combines insights into actionable recommendations with cited sources

Knowledge Graphs

GraphRAG with Neo4j Knowledge Graphs

Enhance retrieval accuracy by combining vector search with knowledge graph traversal. Entity relationships provide contextual depth that traditional RAG cannot achieve.

User Query"Who created Neo4j?"HYBRID SEARCHVector + TextRRF FusionTop K ResultsENTITY EXTRACTIONPersonOrganisationTechnologyConcept / LocationKNOWLEDGE GRAPHPOTCLGRAPH TRAVERSALMax Hops: 2Related EntitiesRelationship PathsBOOSTEntity Weight: 30%Re-Rank Resultsscore × (1 + boost)Initial RetrievalEntity RecognitionContext ExpansionGraph-Boosted
Hybrid Search
Entity Extraction
Knowledge Graph
Graph Traversal
E

Entity Extraction

Automatically identifies key entities from retrieved documents: people, organisations, technologies, concepts, and locations for graph-based analysis.

G

Knowledge Graph

Neo4j's native graph database stores entity relationships with index-free adjacency, enabling up to 1000x faster traversal than relational queries.

B

Graph-Boosted Ranking

Results are re-ranked using entity connection strength with a 30% boost weight, surfacing contextually related content that pure vector search misses.

MongoDB Hybrid Search vs Neo4j GraphRAG

Both approaches excel in different scenarios. Choose based on your data structure and query patterns.

MongoDB Hybrid Search

Vector + Full-Text + RRF
  • Semantic similarity through vector embeddings
  • Exact keyword matching with BM25
  • RRF fusion for balanced ranking (K=60)
  • Best for document-centric queries

Neo4j GraphRAG

Hybrid + Knowledge Graph
  • All hybrid search capabilities included
  • Entity relationship traversal (2+ hops)
  • Graph-boosted ranking (30% entity weight)
  • Best for interconnected knowledge queries

Deployment Use Cases

GraphRAG excels when understanding relationships between entities is critical.

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Healthcare

Patient records, treatment relationships, drug interactions

💼

Enterprise Knowledge

Organisational structures, project dependencies, expertise mapping

🔬

Research & Development

Citation networks, author collaborations, concept evolution

🛡️

Fraud Detection

Transaction patterns, network analysis, anomaly detection

Built With

Production-Ready Stack

Enterprise-grade technologies working together to deliver fast, accurate, and scalable RAG experiences.

MongoDB Atlas

Cloud-native document database with built-in vector search capabilities for scalable RAG applications.

Native vector indexingAtlas Search (Lucene)Aggregation pipelinesFree tier available

OpenAI Embeddings

State-of-the-art text-embedding-3-small model generating high-quality 1536-dimensional vectors.

1536 dimensionsSemantic understandingBatch processingCost-effective

Reciprocal Rank Fusion

Advanced ranking algorithm that combines multiple search result lists into a single, optimized ranking.

K=60 constantRank-based scoring98% accuracy boostPosition agnostic

Vercel AI SDK

Unified API for AI model integration with first-class streaming support and React hooks.

Real-time streamingOpenRouter supportuseChat hookEdge runtime
Framework:Next.js 15
Runtime:React 19
Auth:Clerk
Styling:Tailwind CSS 4
Performance

Built for Production

Every component optimized for speed, accuracy, and reliability. Real metrics from real-world testing.

98%

Retrieval Accuracy

Hybrid search with RRF achieves near-perfect context retrieval

1536

Vector Dimensions

High-dimensional embeddings capture semantic nuance

<2s

Response Time

First token delivered within 2 seconds of query

K=60

RRF Constant

Optimized fusion constant for balanced ranking

Ready to see it in action?

Upload your documents and experience the power of hybrid search with Reciprocal Rank Fusion firsthand.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about how the RAG Agent demo works and the technology behind it.

RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) combines document search with AI to answer questions based on your uploaded documents. It retrieves relevant content and uses an LLM to generate accurate, contextual responses.

The demo supports PDF, DOCX, TXT, and Markdown files. Documents are processed, chunked into 500-token segments, and stored with 1536-dimensional vector embeddings for semantic search.

We use a combination of vector search (semantic similarity via cosine distance) and full-text search (keyword matching via Lucene/BM25), merged using Reciprocal Rank Fusion (RRF) with K=60 for optimal ranking.

  • Vector search finds semantically similar content based on meaning
  • Text search matches exact keywords, phrases, and acronyms
  • RRF combines both rankings using 1/(K+rank) formula

RRF is a rank aggregation algorithm that combines multiple ranked lists into a single ranking. Each result receives a score of 1/(K+rank) from each list, where K=60 is a constant that balances the contribution of different ranking positions.

The hybrid approach achieves ~98% retrieval accuracy because it combines the semantic understanding of vector search with the precision of lexical matching. Vector search catches paraphrases and related concepts, while text search ensures exact term matches aren't missed.

Yes. All documents are isolated by Clerk user ID using MongoDB's Row-Level Security equivalent via query filters. Data is stored securely in MongoDB Atlas with encryption at rest. This is a demo application - for production, additional security measures may be needed.