Adaptive Image Data Acquisition for Specialized Environments
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel approach for providing image data of hollow organs in unique operational environments, such as high-security settings, disaster relief scenarios, extreme weather conditions, remote areas with limited medical infrastructure, and high-altitude environments.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a method for providing image data of hollow organs using computed tomography. However, it did not address the specific challenges and requirements of specialized environments. The present inventive concept adapts the original method to cater to these unique scenarios, ensuring reliable and accurate image data acquisition.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a system and method for providing image data of hollow organs in specialized environments. For high-security environments, the system includes a secure data transmission module and a decryption module for encrypting and decrypting image data. In disaster relief scenarios, the method employs a portable computed tomography scanner. For extreme weather conditions, the method utilizes a weather-resistant computed tomography scanner. In remote areas with limited medical infrastructure, the system comprises a portable computed tomography scanner and a satellite communication module. In high-altitude environments, the method involves applying a contrast agent and generating image data using a computed tomography scanner with altitude-compensated imaging parameters.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of the present inventive concept lies in its adaptation of the original method to cater to the specific requirements of specialized environments. The inventive step is the provision of a system and method that can reliably acquire image data of hollow organs in these unique scenarios, ensuring accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different types of contrast agents, modified computed tomography scanners, or alternative image processing algorithms. Variations could also include the integration of artificial intelligence or machine learning algorithms to enhance image data analysis.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The present inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, disaster relief, and security. The target market includes hospitals, medical research institutions, disaster relief organizations, and security agencies operating in specialized environments.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B6/481 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/032 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/4241 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/469 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/50 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/5205 |
| A | A61 | A61M5/007 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,145 |
|---|---|
| Title | Method for providing image data of a hollow organ |
| Assignee(s) | Siemens Healthcare Limited |