Portable Imaging Shroud for Controlled Point of Interest Analysis
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current imaging devices lack the ability to control external variables, leading to variability in data collection and skewing of data analysis when tracking points of interest that change shape, contour, or size over time.
Innovation Solution
A portable image diagnostic apparatus with a main support and an imaging shroud that houses an imaging device, allowing for controlled imaging of points of interest by maintaining a constant position and eliminating external light interference, using a conical or similar shroud to surround the point of interest and a second opening for image capture.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If an imaging device is used to capture points of interest, then high resolution imaging is achieved, but external variables such as lighting and positioning cannot be controlled, leading to data variability
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary imaging chamber that mediates between the imaging device and the external environment. This chamber controls lighting conditions and maintains consistent positioning, allowing high-resolution imaging while eliminating external variable interference that would otherwise cause data variability
Solution Approach 2:
The imaging chamber creates a controlled, inert environment for capturing images of points of interest. By isolating the imaging process from external environmental factors such as variable lighting and positioning disturbances, the system maintains both high resolution and data consistency across multiple imaging sessions
2Ease of operation
If imaging is performed without controlling external variables, then ease of operation is maintained, but data analysis is skewed due to variability
Solution Approach 1:
The imaging chamber is designed to automatically maintain consistent lighting and positioning conditions without requiring manual adjustment by the operator. The system self-regulates environmental factors, preserving ease of operation while ensuring data accuracy through controlled measurement conditions
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AI summary
An apparatus and system for analyzing one or more points of interest. The apparatus includes a main support having first and second legs. The first and second legs extending transversely from the main support. The main support nests an imaging device capable of capturing an image of a point of interest during use. An imaging shroud is coupled to and extending from the first leg, the shroud having a first opening for surrounding the point of interest. A second opening in the shroud is positioned such that it extends to be within the main support for the passage of a captured image of the point of interest during use.