Dual-Array Ultrasound Probe Control for Adaptive Image Settings
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing ultrasound imaging systems lack the ability to dynamically adjust transducer arrays based on user input for optimal image settings, such as magnification ratio or depth, leading to suboptimal image quality and versatility.
Innovation Solution
An ultrasound imaging system with a first and second transducer array of different specifications, a display, an input interface, and a processor that identifies user input settings to activate the appropriate transducer array for generating and displaying ultrasound images.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a probe includes multiple transducer arrays with different specifications, then the versatility and adaptability of the ultrasound imaging system is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The probe is designed with multiple transducer arrays (first transducer array and second transducer array) that can be selectively activated based on different imaging requirements. This multi-functionality allows a single probe to perform various ultrasound imaging tasks, improving versatility while managing complexity through intelligent selection rather than requiring multiple separate probes.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically selects which transducer array to activate based on real-time imaging conditions and user inputs. The processor determines the appropriate transducer array configuration on-the-fly, allowing the system to adapt to different imaging scenarios without being locked into a fixed configuration, thus balancing versatility and complexity.
2Ease of operation
If the system automatically selects transducer arrays based on user inputs, then the ease of operation is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The ultrasound imaging system automatically processes user inputs and autonomously determines which transducer array configuration to activate. The processor analyzes the imaging requirements and selects the appropriate transducer array without requiring manual intervention from the operator, improving ease of operation while the automation handles the complexity internally.
Solution Approach 2:
The system establishes a feedback loop where user inputs are continuously processed, and the processor adjusts transducer array selection based on the analyzed imaging conditions. This automated feedback mechanism simplifies operation by removing manual configuration steps while managing complexity through intelligent algorithms that interpret user intent and optimize imaging parameters.
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 dynamic adjustment of ultrasound images based on user input, improving image quality and versatility by selecting the optimal transducer array for specific imaging needs.
Implementation Method 1
Ultrasound imaging apparatuses transmit an ultrasound signal generated by a transducer of a probe to an object and receives information regarding a signal reflected by the object
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AI summary
Provided are an ultrasound imaging system, a method of controlling the ultrasound imaging system, and a probe included in the ultrasound imaging system. The ultrasound imaging system includes a first transducer array and a second transducer array having different specifications, a display configured to display an ultrasound image, an input interface configured to receive a user input related to a setting value of the ultrasound image, and a processor. The processor is configured to identify the setting value of the ultrasound image included in the user input, set an activation transducer array used to generate the ultrasound image among the first transducer array and the second transducer array, based on the setting value, receive the ultrasound data through the activation transducer array, and control the display to display the ultrasound image by using the ultrasound data.