Adaptable Table System for Diverse Imaging Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A versatile table system that can be adapted for use with various imaging devices in different industries, enabling efficient and accurate data capture in diverse settings.
Background and Problem Solved
The original table system for medical imaging was limited to its intended application. This inventive concept addresses the need for a flexible and adaptable table system that can be utilized in various industries, such as urban infrastructure monitoring, wildlife population tracking, wind turbine inspection, agricultural crop health monitoring, and bridge inspection.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The adaptable table system comprises a base portion, a replaceable support, and a linkage portion. The support is designed to accommodate different imaging devices, such as LiDAR, visual inspection devices, and crop health monitoring devices. The linkage portion enables the imaging device to pivot and capture data from various angles, ensuring comprehensive coverage. The system's adaptability allows it to be easily reconfigured for use in different environments and applications.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of this inventive concept lies in its ability to adapt the core technology of the original table system to diverse imaging applications, overcoming the limitations of the original design. The inventive step is the recognition of the potential for this technology to be applied beyond medical imaging, coupled with the innovative implementation of the adaptable support and linkage portion.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the adaptable table system could include different support materials, adjustable linkage portions, or integrated data processing and analysis capabilities. Variations of the system could be designed for specific industries, such as a compact version for urban infrastructure monitoring or a heavy-duty version for wind turbine inspection.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The adaptable table system has significant commercial potential in various industries, including urban planning, environmental monitoring, renewable energy, agriculture, and infrastructure inspection. The system's versatility and ease of use make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to improve their data capture and analysis capabilities.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61G13/04 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/704 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/0442 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/055 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/0407 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/0487 |
| A | A61 | A61G2210/50 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical and industrial imaging systems, mechanical support structures, and multi-purpose positioning platforms with a focus on adaptable imaging and inspection technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
An engineer with expertise in mechanical design, imaging system integration, and cross-domain platform adaptability, possessing knowledge of modular system design and understanding of how core mechanical principles can be translated across different technical domains
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the fundamental mechanical principles of the source patent's table system - specifically its pivoting linkage, adjustable height, and modular support configuration - are directly transferable to other imaging and inspection applications. The core technical innovation involves replacing the patient support with domain-specific imaging devices while maintaining the underlying mechanical structure and pivoting capabilities. These adaptations represent predictable variations that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner familiar with modular system design and cross-domain technology translation.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,466 |
|---|---|
| Title | Table system for medical imaging |
| Assignee(s) | Mobius Imaging, LLC |