3D Object Localization via Camera and X-Ray Fusion
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current three-dimensional localization technologies lack the accuracy to locate small objects, especially when they are not visible or obscured, failing to provide precise localization in the range of millimeters.
Innovation Solution
A system combining a camera and an X-Ray system, with a processor that aligns and combines real-time video feed with static X-Ray images using computer vision algorithms to generate an overlay image and triangulate the object's 3D location, potentially including an optical mirroring surface for improved alignment and a controllable laser beam for marking the location.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If medical equipment or security equipment is used to localize small objects, then objects can be localized without direct visual view, but localization accuracy is insufficient (cannot achieve millimeter-level precision)
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines optical imaging (camera) and X-ray imaging systems into an integrated localization system. The optical camera provides surface visual information while the X-ray system provides internal structure information, and their fusion enables millimeter-level 3D localization accuracy that neither system could achieve alone.
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from 2D imaging to 3D localization by integrating multiple imaging modalities and using triangulation algorithms. The combination of optical and X-ray images from different angles enables accurate three-dimensional position determination of small objects.
2Loss of information
If optical imaging alone is used, then real-time visualization is achieved, but objects behind obstacles or inside containers cannot be visualized
Solution Approach 1:
The X-ray system acts as an intermediary that penetrates obstacles and containers to reveal hidden objects. By combining X-ray imaging with optical imaging, the system overcomes the limitation of optical imaging being blocked by obstacles while maintaining real-time visualization capability.
3Loss of information
If X-Ray imaging alone is used, then objects behind obstacles can be visualized, but real-time dynamic monitoring and precise surface localization are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges X-ray imaging capabilities (penetrating hidden objects) with optical imaging capabilities (precise surface visualization and real-time monitoring). This fusion enables both visualization of hidden objects and precise surface localization with millimeter-level accuracy.
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 precise 3D localization of objects with accuracy in the range of millimeters, even when they are hidden or behind obstacles, by integrating optical and X-Ray imaging for enhanced visibility and accuracy.
Implementation Method 1
an X-Ray system, coupled to the camera such that a focal point of the camera is aligned with the source of the X-Ray system
Implementation Method 2
an optical mirroring surface at an optical path of the X-Ray system, wherein the X-Ray system includes an X-Ray source and an X-Ray detector, and wherein the optical mirroring surface is configured to: deflect the location of the camera from the optical path of the X-Ray source, and maintain the virtual path of the camera aligned with the optical path of the X-Ray beam forming the X-Ray image
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods for three-dimensional (3D) localization of an object, including: a processor, a camera, in communication with the processor, and an X-Ray system, coupled to the camera such that a focal point of the camera is aligned with the source of the X-Ray system, where the X-Ray system is directed towards the object, and wherein the processor is configured to determine 3D localization of the object based on a combination of images received from the camera and from the X-Ray system.