Adaptive High-Density Element Suppression for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept leverages the core technology of high-density element suppression to tackle novel applications in agriculture, materials science, healthcare, infrastructure monitoring, and additive manufacturing.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the challenge of high-density element suppression in breast imaging. However, the limitations of the original approach restricted its applicability to other fields. The new inventive concept overcomes these limitations by adapting the technology to various industries, enabling the removal of unwanted features, detection of defects, and prediction of outcomes.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a modular system consisting of a high-density element suppression module, a 3D image reconstruction module, and a machine learning module. This system can be applied to diverse industries, such as monitoring agricultural crop health, detecting defects in composite materials, generating personalized 3D models of organs for surgical planning, monitoring infrastructure health, and detecting anomalies in additive manufacturing processes.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces a novel application of high-density element suppression to diverse industries, extending its utility beyond breast imaging. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address unique challenges in each industry, demonstrating a non-obvious and innovative approach.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include varying the type of image data used, integrating additional sensors or data sources, or utilizing different machine learning algorithms. Variations may also involve applying the technology to other industries, such as quality control in manufacturing or environmental monitoring.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, materials science, healthcare, infrastructure monitoring, and additive manufacturing. The market for these applications is substantial, with potential users ranging from farmers to medical professionals, infrastructure managers, and manufacturers.
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, computer vision, and image processing technologies with expertise in 3D reconstruction, high-density element suppression, and machine learning-assisted image analysis across multiple domains
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled professional with advanced degrees in biomedical engineering, computer science, or medical imaging, possessing expertise in image processing algorithms, machine learning techniques, and cross-domain technological adaptation
Obviousness Rationale
The PTD demonstrates a straightforward extension of the source patent's core high-density element suppression technology by applying its fundamental image processing principles to diverse industrial contexts. A PHOSITA would recognize the modular nature of the image processing technique and understand its potential for broad technological transfer. The systematic approach of suppressing unwanted features, reconstructing 3D models, and applying machine learning is directly derived from the source patent's methodology.
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. |