Multimodal Imaging for Diverse Applications

The inventive concept extends the core technology of registering x-ray and ultrasound images to new industries, including wildlife monitoring, agriculture, infrastructure inspection, ocean health, and natural resource detection.

The original patent's limitation to medical devices and applications is overcome by adapting the image registration system to various non-medical fields, addressing specific challenges in each domain.

The inventive concept utilizes a beamforming ultrasound probe and an X-ray imaging device to register live streams of ultrasound images with X-ray images in diverse environments. This enables tracking animal movements, optimizing crop yields, inspecting infrastructure, monitoring ocean health, and detecting natural resources. The system's processor configures the communication between the ultrasound probe and X-ray imaging device to provide accurate registrations.

The new claims introduce the novelty of applying the image registration system to non-medical fields, leveraging the core technology to address unique challenges in each domain. The inventive step lies in adapting the system to accommodate diverse applications, ensuring seamless integration and accurate registrations.

Alternative embodiments include using different types of imaging modalities, such as radar or lidar, or integrating the system with other sensors, like GPS or acoustic sensors, to enhance the registration process. Variations may involve adapting the system for specific industries, such as using underwater ultrasound probes for ocean health monitoring or aerial X-ray imaging for natural resource detection.

The inventive concept has vast commercial potential, targeting industries such as environmental monitoring, agriculture, construction, and natural resource exploration. The market size is substantial, with opportunities for licensing, partnerships, and product development.