Synergistic Breast Tissue Image Generation System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel system integrating AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials to generate synthetic breast tissue images with suppressed high-density elements, enabling enhanced visualization and data integrity for breast cancer screening and diagnosis.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a system for synthetic breast tissue image generation by high-density element suppression, but it had limitations in terms of data integrity and visualization capabilities. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by synergistically combining AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials to create a more powerful system for breast tissue image generation.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The system comprises an image processor configured to identify high-density elements in the images, a machine learning module trained on a dataset of breast tissue images to predict and suppress the high-density elements, and a blockchain-based image validation component to ensure data integrity. The system can be integrated with IoT-enabled breast imaging devices and wearable IoT devices to receive image data and provide real-time feedback to the user. The generated synthetic images can be displayed on a new materials-based image display component with enhanced visualization capabilities.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a synergistic combination of AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials, which is not obvious from the original patent. The integration of these distinct technologies provides a novel and non-obvious solution for breast tissue image generation with enhanced data integrity and visualization capabilities.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include using different AI algorithms, IoT protocols, or blockchain platforms. Variations may include integrating the system with other medical imaging modalities or using different types of new materials for image display.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical imaging industry, particularly in breast cancer screening and diagnosis. The system can be marketed to hospitals, clinics, and medical research institutions, offering enhanced visualization and data integrity capabilities for improved patient outcomes.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B6/5258 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/461 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/502 |
| G | G06 | G06T11/008 |
| G | G06 | G06T2207/10116 |
| G | G06 | G06T2207/30068 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical imaging, specifically breast tissue tomosynthesis and digital image processing, involving advanced computational techniques for image generation and enhancement
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with expertise in medical imaging, computer vision, machine learning, and digital signal processing, holding advanced degrees in biomedical engineering, computer science, or related fields with working knowledge of medical image analysis techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A person of ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's integration of AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies represents predictable extensions of the source patent's core image processing methodology. The fundamental image generation and high-density element suppression techniques remain substantially consistent with the original patent's teachings. The additional technological layers represent incremental improvements using standard engineering approaches to enhance existing medical imaging systems.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,358 |
|---|---|
| Title | System and method for synthetic breast tissue image generation by high density element suppression |
| Assignee(s) | Hologic, Inc. |