Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Next-Generation Ultrasound Imaging and Measurement System

Publication ID: 24-11857371_0010_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Next-Generation Ultrasound Imaging and Measurement System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857371_0010_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857371_0010_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,371.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A novel ultrasound imaging and measurement system that enables real-time 3D imaging, automatic object detection, and precise measurement information, revolutionizing medical diagnosis and treatment.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the limitation of obtaining measurement information in ultrasound images through user input. However, the invention was limited to 2D imaging and required manual adjustments. The new inventive concept overcomes these limitations by introducing a 3D imaging capability, automatic object detection, and real-time measurement information, providing a more accurate and efficient diagnostic tool.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new system consists of a probe, processing unit, and user interface. The probe transmits and receives ultrasound signals, which are processed by the processing unit to generate a 3D image of the object. The user interface enables selection of a region of interest, and the processing unit provides measurement information of the object within the selected region. The system can also automatically detect objects in the ultrasound image, allowing for efficient measurement and analysis.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in ultrasound imaging by providing a 3D imaging capability, automatic object detection, and real-time measurement information. These features are non-obvious and novel compared to the original patent, which was limited to 2D imaging and manual adjustments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include using different types of probes, such as phased arrays or curved arrays, or incorporating machine learning algorithms to improve object detection and measurement accuracy. Variations could also include integrating the system with other medical imaging modalities, such as MRI or CT scans, to provide a more comprehensive diagnostic tool.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The next-generation ultrasound imaging and measurement system has significant commercial potential in the medical industry, particularly in fields such as cardiology, oncology, and obstetrics. The system's ability to provide accurate and efficient diagnostic information could improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B8/467
A A61 A61B8/461
A A61 A61B8/469
A A61 A61B8/5207
A A61 A61B8/5215
A A61 A61B8/5223
G G06 G06F3/0484
G G06 G06F3/0488
G G06 G06F3/04845
G G06 G06F3/04886
A A61 A61B8/4405
A A61 A61B8/46
A A61 A61B8/465
A A61 A61B8/5292
G G06 G06F2203/04804
G G06 G06T7/0012

Field of Art

Medical ultrasound imaging systems, specifically diagnostic ultrasound technology with emphasis on image processing, measurement techniques, and user interface design for medical imaging devices

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical imaging specialist with expertise in ultrasound technology, signal processing, 3D reconstruction algorithms, and human-computer interaction design, typically holding a master's or doctoral degree in biomedical engineering or medical imaging

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that extending the 2D manual measurement techniques of the source patent to 3D automated imaging represents a predictable technological progression using known signal processing and computer vision techniques. The core measurement and user interaction principles remain consistent, with technological advancements primarily involving computational capabilities and algorithmic improvements. The proposed variations represent incremental enhancements that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to improve ultrasound diagnostic capabilities.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Manual measurement interface with adjustable reference points for obtaining measurement information
PTD Variation
Automated 3D object detection and measurement using computational image analysis
Obviousness Reasoning
Transitioning from manual to automated measurement is a predictable evolution in medical imaging, leveraging advances in computational processing and machine learning techniques
Source Patent Element
2D ultrasound image display with user-configurable measurement tools
PTD Variation
3D ultrasound image generation with real-time measurement capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending 2D imaging to 3D representation is a known technique in medical imaging, with computational improvements making such transformations routine for a skilled practitioner
Source Patent Element
User interface for selecting measurement points on an ultrasound image
PTD Variation
Automatic region of interest selection and object detection in ultrasound images
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing automated detection algorithms represents a standard design optimization using known computer vision and machine learning techniques
Source Patent Element
Ultrasound probe for generating 2D diagnostic images
PTD Variation
Enhanced probe configurations for generating multi-dimensional imaging with improved signal processing
Obviousness Reasoning
Probe technology evolution is a predictable progression, with variations in array configurations and signal processing representing standard engineering design choices
Source Patent Element
Manual measurement interface with adjustable reference points
PTD Variation
Integration of machine learning algorithms to improve measurement accuracy and object recognition
Obviousness Reasoning
Incorporating machine learning into medical imaging represents a standard technological enhancement using known computational techniques
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857371 and the disclosed technological variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed ultrasound imaging and measurement system claims obvious. The incremental advancements in 3D imaging, automated object detection, and computational processing represent predictable extensions of existing ultrasound measurement techniques, thereby rendering such claims unpatentable under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,371
TitleUltrasound method and apparatus for processing ultrasound image to obtain measurement information of an object in the ultrasound image
Assignee(s)SAMSUNG MEDISON CO. LTD.