Acoustic Synchronization for Medical Imaging and Neuromodulation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for synchronizing medical imaging devices with neuromodulation systems are resource-intensive, time-consuming, and risky due to the need for complex software configuration or manual manipulation of sensitive components.
Innovation Solution
A system utilizing an acoustic feature detection device integrated with a response recorder to synchronize imaging devices and stimulus presentation, allowing for patient feedback without requiring explicit configuration or manipulation of components, using sound detection to correlate imaging device operation with patient responses.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If complex software configuration or manual manipulation of components is used to synchronize imaging devices with neuromodulation systems, then synchronization can be achieved, but the process becomes time-consuming, resource-intensive, and risky due to sensitive components
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical configuration and component manipulation with an acoustic detection system. A sound detection device automatically identifies imaging device operations through acoustic signals, eliminating the need for time-consuming software configuration or physical component handling, thereby resolving the contradiction between synchronization reliability and configuration time
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service synchronization by having the sound detection device autonomously detect and identify imaging device operations without requiring operator intervention. The system automatically correlates acoustic features with imaging events and synchronizes data streams, allowing the system to synchronize itself without time-consuming manual configuration
2Reliability
If complex software configuration or manual manipulation of components is used to synchronize imaging devices with neuromodulation systems, then synchronization can be achieved, but it requires training of personnel and increases resource intensity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex software configuration procedures and manual component manipulation with an automated acoustic detection and identification system. The sound detection device automatically captures acoustic features, and the processor identifies imaging device operations without requiring trained personnel to perform complex configuration tasks, thereby reducing both device complexity and personnel training requirements while maintaining synchronization reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary acoustic detection system that mediates between the imaging device and the synchronization process. Instead of directly manipulating complex software or components, the system uses acoustic signals as an intermediary to automatically identify and synchronize imaging events, simplifying the overall system complexity and eliminating the need for specialized training
3Reliability
If manual manipulation of sensitive components is performed, then synchronization can be achieved, but damage or injury risk increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical manipulation of sensitive components with non-contact acoustic detection. The sound detection device captures acoustic features from a distance without requiring physical contact with sensitive imaging device components, completely eliminating the risk of damage or injury while maintaining synchronization reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses acoustic signals as an intermediary to synchronize imaging events without direct contact with sensitive components. The sound detection device detects acoustic features that propagate through the air, serving as a safe intermediary that conveys information about imaging device operations without requiring operators to handle sensitive components, thereby eliminating damage risk
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Facilitates quick and safe synchronization between imaging and stimulus devices, reducing the risk of damage or injury, and enabling efficient neuropsychological experiments.
Implementation Method 1
a sound detection device configured to detect an acoustic feature associated with operation of the imaging device
Data Source
AI summary
Medical imaging systems and methods. The systems include a sound detection device configured to detect an acoustic feature associated with the operation of an imaging device and an interface configured to present a stimulus to a patient. The system also includes at least one processor executing instructions stored on memory to record feedback from the patient in response to the presented stimulus, receive imagery of the patient from the imaging device, identify feedback provided by the patient coinciding with the detection of the acoustic feature, identify imagery of the patient coinciding with the detection of the acoustic feature, and supply the identified feedback and identified imagery to an operator.