Radiation Detector Marker Detection for Automatic ID Input
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing radiation imaging apparatuses face difficulties in efficiently inputting identifying information of radiation detectors, requiring manual connection or input, which is cumbersome and time-consuming.
Innovation Solution
A radiation imaging apparatus that detects markers on the radiation detector using a photography means to obtain identifying information, allowing for automatic input into a console, thereby simplifying the process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If manual connection or input method is used to input identifying information of radiation detector, then the process is simple in terms of equipment, but the operational efficiency is low and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical input method with an optical detection system. A photography means (camera) captures images of the radiation detector, and image processing automatically extracts identifying information from markers or text on the detector surface. This substitution of manual operation with automated optical recognition directly improves productivity and reduces time loss.
Solution Approach 2:
The radiation detector itself provides the identifying information through markers or text printed on its surface. The system automatically reads this information without requiring external manual input. The detector serves its own identification function, eliminating the need for separate manual data entry processes.
2Extent of automation
If photography means is used to detect markers on radiation detector, then the input process is automated, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The photography means is integrated into the existing radiation imaging apparatus, serving multiple functions: capturing the radiation image and simultaneously capturing the identifying information of the radiation detector. This multi-functionality approach avoids adding separate dedicated equipment, thereby limiting the increase in device complexity while achieving automation.
Solution Approach 2:
The system creates a visual copy (image) of the radiation detector and its identifying markers. Instead of direct physical interaction or complex sensing, the system uses optical copying through photography to capture and process the identifying information. This approach simplifies the detection mechanism compared to direct electronic or mechanical reading methods.
3Ease of operation
If markers are provided on radiation detector for identification, then the identifying information can be automatically detected, but the radiation detector structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses markers with distinct visual characteristics (colors, patterns, or text) on the radiation detector surface. These visual elements are detected by the photography means through optical recognition. The use of color and pattern variations enables automatic identification without requiring complex electronic or mechanical structures on the detector itself.
Solution Approach 2:
The markers are simple, inexpensive visual elements (printed text, stickers, or painted symbols) that can be easily applied to the radiation detector. They are non-critical components that do not require long-term durability or complex integration, serving only for identification purposes. This approach adds minimal structural complexity while enabling automated recognition.
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
This solution reduces the operational burden of inputting identifying information by enabling the automatic detection and input of radiation detector identifiers through photography, streamlining the imaging process.
Implementation Method 1
a radiation source that emits radiation onto a subject
Implementation Method 2
a radiation detector that detects radiation which has passed through the subject and generates a radiation image of the subject
Implementation Method 3
photography means for photographing the subject to obtain a photographed image of the subject
Data Source
AI summary
A radiation imaging apparatus includes: a radiation irradiating apparatus that emits radiation onto a subject; a photography unit that photographs the subject to obtain a photographed image of the subject; and a radiation detector that generates radiation images of the subject, provided with a marker that represents identifying information of the radiation detector on the side thereof that includes a radiation detecting surface. The marker of the radiation detector is detected. The identifying information of the radiation detector is obtained from a marker in the case that the marker is detected.