High Frequency Probe for Non-Invasive Lung 3D Mapping
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current medical imaging technologies, such as CT and MRI, are costly, expose patients to radiation, and fail to provide real-time, accurate visualization of the trachea and lungs, while existing ultrasound systems have limited penetration depth and resolution, making it difficult to diagnose and treat respiratory conditions effectively.
Innovation Solution
A non-invasive 3D mapping device using high-frequency waves (100 MHz to 10 GHz) that emits and receives waves to create a 3D map of internal body structures like the trachea and lungs, with a processing unit calculating distances and a display for real-time visualization, along with a positioning system for alignment and machine learning algorithms for disease detection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If conventional imaging modalities such as CT and MRI are used, then detailed images of the respiratory system are obtained, but high costs, radiation exposure, and limited accessibility occur
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces conventional CT/MRI imaging systems with a high-frequency ultrasound system that uses acoustic waves instead of ionizing radiation. The ultrasound probe emits high-frequency sound waves that penetrate the chest wall and reflect off internal structures, providing detailed images without radiation exposure to the patient
2Object-affected harmful factors
If conventional ultrasound systems are used, then no radiation exposure is provided, but limited penetration depth and resolution in deep tissues occur
Solution Approach 1:
The patent fundamentally changes the frequency parameter of the ultrasound waves, using high-frequency waves (significantly higher than conventional ultrasound) that achieve deeper penetration into the chest wall and lung tissues while maintaining high resolution. This parameter change enables the system to overcome the limited penetration depth of conventional ultrasound systems
3Measurement precision
If CT and MRI are used, then detailed images are obtained, but real-time imaging capability is not provided
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements continuous real-time ultrasound imaging by continuously emitting high-frequency sound waves and processing the reflected signals to generate dynamic 3D maps of the trachea and lungs. This continuous action enables real-time visualization of respiratory processes, unlike the intermittent nature of CT and MRI scanning
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 accurate, real-time, and non-invasive 3D mapping of internal body structures, improving diagnosis and treatment of respiratory conditions by providing high-resolution images without radiation exposure and limited penetration issues.
Implementation Method 1
a probe configured for emitting high frequency waves in the megahertz range that penetrate the body structure, i.e., throat or chest wall and propagate through the trachea and lungs
Implementation Method 2
The reflected waves are detected by the probe and used to construct a 3D map of the respiratory system
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AI summary
Disclosed is a device for non-invasive 3D mapping of target internal body structures using high frequency waves. The device comprises a probe configured for emitting high frequency waves, a receiver for receiving the reflected waves, and a processing unit for calculating the distance between the probe and receiver based on the time delay of the reflected waves. The device also comprises a display for presenting a 3D map of the target internal body structures based on the calculated distances. The device can be used to diagnose various health conditions and guide medical procedures.