Synergistic Eye-Imaging System with AI, IoT, and Blockchain Integration
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel eye-imaging system that combines the patented coordinated illuminator fibers with AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies to provide secure, efficient, and accurate eye care diagnosis and treatment.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addresses the limitation of uniform illumination in eye imaging systems. However, the current invention takes this concept further by integrating it with AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies to create a more powerful system that can securely store and analyze eye imaging data, detect patterns, and provide personalized recommendations for eye care.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new system comprises an eye-imaging apparatus with coordinated illuminator fibers having a skewed fiber angle, which provides high-quality images of the eye. The images are then transmitted to a cloud-based IoT platform, where they are stored securely using blockchain technology. An AI-powered analytics engine analyzes the images to detect potential eye disorders and provides personalized recommendations for eye care. The system also includes a wearable device for tracking eye health metrics and a sensor module for detecting eye movement and adjusting the illuminator fibers accordingly.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce the integration of AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies with the patented coordinated illuminator fibers, which is a novel and non-obvious combination that provides a significant improvement in eye care diagnosis and treatment.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include using different types of AI algorithms, varying the type of wearable device used for tracking eye health metrics, or incorporating additional sensors to detect other health metrics. The system could also be adapted for use in other medical imaging applications.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic eye-imaging system has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in the fields of ophthalmology and optometry. The system could be marketed as a comprehensive solution for eye care diagnosis and treatment, providing a competitive advantage over existing systems.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B3/14 |
| A | A61 | A61B3/0008 |
| A | A61 | A61B3/125 |
| A | A61 | A61B3/1208 |
| A | A61 | A61B3/1241 |
| G | G02 | G02B6/0008 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical imaging technologies, specifically ophthalmological imaging systems with advanced optical fiber illumination techniques, requiring expertise in optical engineering, medical device design, and biomedical imaging technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with a graduate degree in biomedical engineering or optical engineering, familiar with medical imaging technologies, fiber optic design, and emerging digital health integration techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A person of ordinary skill would recognize that integrating digital technologies like AI, IoT, and blockchain with the existing eye-imaging apparatus represents a predictable application of known technological convergence techniques. The core illumination fiber technology remains substantially unchanged from the source patent, with additional data processing and management layers added. These technological extensions represent standard evolutionary approaches in medical imaging systems that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,261 |
|---|---|
| Title | Eye-imaging system and apparatus with coordinated illuminator fibers having a skewed fiber angle |