AI-Enhanced Universal Ultrasound System with IoT, Blockchain, and Advanced Materials Integration
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel, high-resolution ultrasound imaging system that combines the universal ultrasound device with artificial intelligence, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials to provide enhanced diagnostic capabilities, optimized imaging performance, and secure data management.
Background and Problem Solved
The original universal ultrasound device patent (claim 1) provided a significant advancement in ultrasound imaging by enabling high-resolution images across multiple frequency ranges. However, it had limitations in terms of image analysis, data security, and integration with other technologies. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating the universal ultrasound device with AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials, thereby providing a more comprehensive and powerful ultrasound imaging system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The AI-enhanced universal ultrasound system consists of the original universal ultrasound device, an artificial intelligence module, an IoT network interface, a blockchain-based data storage system, and a new material-based sensor array. The AI module analyzes ultrasound images generated by the device and provides diagnostic recommendations to the user. The IoT interface enables the device to receive input from the user selecting a desired frequency range and optimizes ultrasound signal processing using IoT network data. The blockchain-based data storage system securely stores and transmits ultrasound image data to a remote server for analysis and feedback. The new material-based sensor array detects physiological parameters of the subject and provides feedback to the ultrasound device to optimize imaging performance.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept's integration of AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials with the universal ultrasound device provides a novel and non-obvious solution that significantly enhances the capabilities of the original device. The synergistic combination of these technologies enables a more accurate, efficient, and secure ultrasound imaging system that was not possible with the original device alone.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include integrating the universal ultrasound device with other AI algorithms, such as machine learning or deep learning, or using different blockchain platforms or advanced materials. Variations of the system could also include adding additional sensors or interfaces to further enhance the device's capabilities.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The AI-enhanced universal ultrasound system has significant commercial potential in the medical imaging industry, particularly in applications such as point-of-care diagnostics, telemedicine, and medical research. The system's enhanced diagnostic capabilities, optimized imaging performance, and secure data management make it an attractive solution for healthcare providers, medical researchers, and patients.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B8/4477 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/0883 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/0891 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/12 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/4236 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/4427 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/4444 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/4472 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/4494 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/465 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/467 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/483 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/485 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/488 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/5207 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/54 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/56 |
| B | B06 | B06B1/0292 |
| B | B06 | B06B1/0622 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,368 |
|---|---|
| Title | Universal ultrasound device and related apparatus and methods |
| Assignee(s) | BFLY Operations, Inc |