3D Microscope Image Magnification via Region Extraction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Observing three-dimensional microscope images is a time-consuming task due to the complexity of designating and magnifying specific regions within these images.
Innovation Solution
An image processor system that accepts user input to designate parts of three-dimensional microscope image data, generates magnified image data, and displays it in a manner that allows intuitive navigation and observation of the images, using a combination of input devices and display methods to facilitate easier interaction.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of time
If traditional methods are used to observe three-dimensional microscope images, then complete image data is available, but the observation process is time-consuming and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts and displays only the designated region of interest from the three-dimensional microscope image data at magnified views, allowing users to focus on specific areas without navigating through the entire image dataset, thereby reducing observation time and operational complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the three-dimensional image data into manageable sections, enabling users to designate and magnify specific regions independently. This segmentation allows efficient navigation and observation of particular areas of interest without processing the complete image set
2Loss of information
If the entire three-dimensional microscope image is displayed, then complete information is provided, but navigation and identification of specific regions becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent utilizes three-dimensional spatial coordinates to navigate and identify regions within the image data. By accepting designations based on coordinate information and displaying magnified views from specific three-dimensional positions, the system enables precise region identification while maintaining complete image information in the background
3Measurement precision
If magnified views of specific regions are generated, then detailed observation is enabled, but processing time and computational resources increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent generates magnified views only for the specific regions designated by the user rather than processing the entire three-dimensional image dataset. This partial processing approach maintains high magnification precision for regions of interest while significantly reducing overall processing time and computational resource requirements
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AI summary
An image processor including: an accepting unit that accepts designation of at least part of three dimensional image of a microscope, and an image generator that generates image data for displaying, on a display, a first magnified image which corresponds to the part of the three dimensional image designated and a second magnified image which corresponds to the part of the three dimensional image designated and which is different from the first magnified image.