Integrated Biomagnetic and Radiation Imaging Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing biomagnetic measurement apparatuses face challenges in precisely superimposing image diagnosis results with biomagnetic measurement results due to subject movement between different diagnostic apparatuses, leading to positional mismatches and deviations in measurements.
Innovation Solution
A biomagnetic measurement apparatus with a table, biomagnetic detector, supporter, and position changer, where the supporter's surface matches the detector's surface, allowing precise alignment and synchronization of the biomagnetic detection unit and radiation detector to maintain the subject's posture during both biomagnetic and radiation imaging processes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the subject is moved between different diagnostic apparatuses for biomagnetic measurement and image diagnosis, then both types of measurements can be performed, but positional mismatches and deviations occur leading to imprecise superimposition of results
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the biomagnetic measurement apparatus and image diagnosis apparatus into a single integrated system. The biomagnetic detector and radiation detector are mounted on the same apparatus, allowing both measurements to be performed simultaneously on the subject without movement between separate devices, thereby eliminating positional mismatches while maintaining versatility
Solution Approach 2:
The diagnostic apparatus is designed with multi-functionality to perform both biomagnetic measurement and image diagnosis. By integrating multiple detection functions (biomagnetic detector, radiation detector) into one universal platform, the system achieves both versatility in measurement types and precision through consistent positioning
2Device complexity
If separate apparatuses are used for biomagnetic measurement and image diagnosis, then device complexity is reduced, but the subject's posture cannot be maintained consistently leading to measurement deviations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple detection functions into a single integrated apparatus that includes both a biomagnetic detector and a radiation detector. This unified structure ensures the subject maintains the same posture during both types of measurements, eliminating positioning errors while the system manages complexity through integrated design
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables high-precision superimposition of biomagnetic detection results with morphological images, reducing positional deviations and enhancing measurement accuracy by maintaining the subject's posture during simultaneous biomagnetic and radiation imaging procedures.
Implementation Method 1
a biomagnetic detector configured to detect a biomagnetic field of the subject
Implementation Method 2
a radiation detector provided below the supporter
Data Source
AI summary
A biomagnetic measurement apparatus includes a table on which a subject is placed; a biomagnetic detector configured to detect a biomagnetic field of the subject; a supporter configured to support a detection target region from which the biomagnetic field of the subject is detected; a radiation detector provided below the supporter; and a position changer configured to change relative positions of the biomagnetic detector and the detection target region. The supporter has a surface shape that corresponds to a surface of the biomagnetic detector.