Fractional Flow Reserve Modeling for Diverse Industrial Applications

This inventive concept leverages the core technology of fractional flow reserve modeling to tackle complex problems in various industries, including renewable energy, agriculture, water quality monitoring, healthcare, and building management.

The original patent, 'Method for diagnosing vascular disease and apparatus therefor', demonstrated the effectiveness of fractional flow reserve modeling in medical diagnosis. However, its application was limited to vascular disease diagnosis. The new inventive concept addresses this limitation by expanding the technology's scope to address pressing issues in other industries, where flow dynamics and fluid behavior play critical roles.

The new inventive concept comprises a system and method for generating fractional flow reserve models based on flow feature data from diverse industrial applications. This includes analyzing flow patterns in wind turbines to optimize performance, predicting crop yields by modeling soil moisture levels, monitoring water quality by detecting flow features in water supplies, diagnosing respiratory disease by simulating lung function, and optimizing HVAC system performance by analyzing flow dynamics. The core technology remains the same, but its application is now tailored to the specific needs of each industry.

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in the application of fractional flow reserve modeling, moving beyond medical diagnosis to tackle complex problems in diverse industries. The inventive step lies in recognizing the potential of this technology to address pressing issues in fields unrelated to its original purpose.

Alternative embodiments may include using different types of flow feature data, such as pressure or temperature measurements, or integrating the fractional flow reserve model with other analytical tools, like machine learning algorithms or computational fluid dynamics simulations. Variations may also involve adapting the system and method to address specific challenges in each industry, such as optimizing wind turbine performance in different environmental conditions.

The new inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including renewable energy, agriculture, water quality monitoring, healthcare, and building management. The market demand for innovative solutions in these fields is substantial, and the fractional flow reserve modeling technology can provide a competitive edge for companies seeking to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance performance.