Intelligent Imaging Apparatus with Adaptive Power Management and Space Boundary Detection
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation imaging apparatus that leverages machine learning and modular sensor arrays to dynamically adjust imaging parameters, optimize power consumption, and generate accurate 3D maps of spaces with changing boundaries.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed an imaging apparatus with power-saving control based on object detection. However, this approach has limitations in adapting to complex and dynamic space boundaries. The new inventive concept addresses this problem by integrating machine learning, modular sensor arrays, and advanced power management to provide a more efficient, accurate, and adaptive imaging solution.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises an imaging apparatus with a neural network trained to predict space boundaries, which integrates with a modular sensor array to dynamically adjust imaging parameters. The apparatus can detect changes in space boundaries using machine learning models and adjust power consumption accordingly. Additionally, the imaging apparatus can generate a 3D map of a space using imaging data, where the method uses machine learning to predict space boundaries and adjust the 3D map accordingly. The wearable imaging device features a flexible, shape-memory alloy-based imaging module that conforms to changing space boundaries and optimizes imaging parameters.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in imaging technology by incorporating machine learning, modular sensor arrays, and advanced power management, which enables the imaging apparatus to adapt to complex and dynamic space boundaries in real-time. This is a significant departure from the original patent's object detection-based approach, offering a more efficient, accurate, and adaptive imaging solution.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different machine learning models, such as computer vision or deep learning, to predict space boundaries. Variations of the modular sensor array could include different sensor types, such as lidar or radar, to provide additional data for space boundary detection. Furthermore, the wearable imaging device could be integrated with other wearable devices, such as smart glasses or smartwatches, to provide a more comprehensive imaging solution.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The new inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, robotics, autonomous vehicles, and smart homes. The ability to adapt to complex and dynamic space boundaries enables the imaging apparatus to operate efficiently in a wide range of environments, making it an attractive solution for applications such as medical imaging, object recognition, and navigation.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B1/00036 |
| A | A61 | A61B1/00006 |
| A | A61 | A61B1/00009 |
| A | A61 | A61B1/0655 |
| A | A61 | A61B1/0661 |
| G | G02 | G02B7/36 |
| G | G02 | G02B23/2484 |
| G | G03 | G03B13/36 |
| H | H04 | H04N23/71 |
| H | H04 | H04N23/74 |
| A | A61 | A61B1/00016 |
| A | A61 | A61B1/00032 |
| H | H04 | H04N23/555 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,155 |
|---|---|
| Title | Imaging apparatus, method of operating imaging apparatus, and recording medium |
| Assignee(s) | OLYMPUS CORPORATION |