Secure and Adaptive Longitudinal-Positioning Indicators for Radiographic Imaging
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept adapts longitudinal-positioning indicators for specialized radiographic imaging applications, such as high-security environments, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, and remote or isolated areas, providing enhanced security, visibility, and adaptability.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent for longitudinal-positioning indicators and marking grids addressed the need for accurate reference indicators in radiographic imaging. However, the patent did not provide solutions for specific, narrow market or unique operational environments. The new inventive concept addresses this limitation by introducing specialized variations and niche solutions for high-security needs, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, and remote or isolated areas.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises a system for radiographic imaging in high-security environments, using a longitudinal-positioning indicator with encrypted coordinates for secure identification of locations on a patient's body. It also includes a method for disaster relief medical procedures, utilizing a longitudinal-positioning indicator with a marking grid adapted for use in emergency situations, featuring increased visibility in low-light conditions. Additionally, the concept encompasses a longitudinal-positioning indicator for use in extreme weather conditions, with a weather-resistant coating, and an index with demarcations indicating the length of each guideline. Furthermore, it includes a system for radiographic imaging in remote or isolated areas, comprising a longitudinal-positioning indicator with a portable power source and a marking grid adapted for use with limited medical resources. Finally, it incorporates a method for secure medical procedures, using a longitudinal-positioning indicator with a biometric authentication system, verifying the identity of the user before allowing access to the longitudinal-positioning indicator.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces novel and non-obvious adaptations of longitudinal-positioning indicators for specialized radiographic imaging applications, providing enhanced security, visibility, and adaptability. The inventive step lies in the combination of encrypted coordinates, increased visibility in low-light conditions, weather-resistant coatings, portable power sources, and biometric authentication systems, which are not obvious from the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different encryption methods, varying levels of visibility enhancements, or alternative materials for the weather-resistant coating. Variations could also include the integration of artificial intelligence or machine learning algorithms to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of the longitudinal-positioning indicator.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical imaging industry, particularly in high-security environments, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, and remote or isolated areas. The target market includes hospitals, medical research institutions, and emergency response organizations, which could benefit from the enhanced security, visibility, and adaptability provided by the new inventive concept.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B6/0492 |
| A | A61 | A61B90/39 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/3966 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical imaging technology, specifically radiographic positioning systems with a focus on coordinate marking and patient positioning aids for diagnostic and procedural applications
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A medical imaging technologist or biomedical engineer with expertise in radiographic positioning techniques, familiar with medical device design, coordinate marking systems, and interdisciplinary medical technology adaptations
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the source patent's fundamental longitudinal-positioning indicator design provides a clear technological foundation for specialized adaptations addressing specific medical imaging environments. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the original patent's core technical concept, utilizing known techniques in encryption, visibility enhancement, and authentication to address contextual medical imaging challenges. These modifications would be considered routine design adaptations within the skill set of a typical medical imaging technology professional.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,144 |
|---|---|
| Title | Longitudinal-positioning indicator and marking grid |