Image-Based Monitoring and Analysis System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An innovative system leveraging image capturing and processing technology to monitor and analyze various industries and applications, including water quality, pipeline damage, wildlife populations, food quality, and construction projects.
Background and Problem Solved
The original ophthalmic apparatus patent had limitations in its application to specific fields. This new inventive concept addresses the need for a versatile image-based monitoring and analysis system that can be applied to diverse industries and use cases, providing a more comprehensive solution for various problems.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The system comprises an image capturing unit, a processor, and a memory storing computer-readable instructions. The image capturing unit captures images of the target subject, such as aquatic life, pipelines, wildlife, food products, or construction sites. The processor executes the computer-readable instructions to analyze the images and detect anomalies, damage, or defects. The system can be configured to monitor water quality, detect pipeline damage, track wildlife populations, inspect food products, or monitor structural integrity in construction projects.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a novel application of image-based monitoring and analysis to various industries, providing a non-obvious solution that expands the original ophthalmic apparatus patent's scope. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address specific problems in these new fields.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the system could include the use of different types of image capturing units, such as drones or satellites, or the integration of additional sensors to provide more comprehensive data. Variations could also include the application of machine learning algorithms to improve the accuracy of anomaly detection or the development of specialized software for specific industries.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The image-based monitoring and analysis system has significant commercial potential in various industries, including environmental monitoring, industrial inspection, conservation, food safety, and construction. The system's versatility and adaptability make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to improve their monitoring and analysis capabilities.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B3/0025 |
| A | A61 | A61B3/0041 |
| A | A61 | A61B3/102 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical imaging and diagnostic technologies, specifically ophthalmic imaging systems with advanced image processing and analysis capabilities
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with expertise in medical imaging, computer vision, image processing algorithms, and biomedical engineering, possessing knowledge of sensor technologies, data analysis techniques, and interdisciplinary image capture methodologies
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that the core image capture and processing technology disclosed in the source patent can be readily adapted to multiple domains by applying standard image analysis techniques. The fundamental components of image capturing, processing, and anomaly detection represent a generalizable technological approach that can be systematically transferred across different technical contexts with predictable results.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,255 |
|---|---|
| Title | Ophthalmic apparatus |
| Assignee(s) | Tomey Corporation |