Radiation Imaging Apparatus Fine Control Image Acquisition
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing radiation imaging apparatuses lack fine control over the acquisition of radiation images stored in large-capacity memory cassettes, leading to inefficient image transfer processes.
Innovation Solution
A radiation imaging apparatus with an information acquisition unit, transfer request unit, and image acquisition unit that allows for the transmission of transfer requests and acquisition of untransferred radiation images, enabling precise control over image acquisition through a network-connected system involving a hospital information system, radiology information system, picture archiving and communication system, and printer.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If radiation images are collectively acquired from the radiation detection cassette, then the acquisition process is simplified, but fine control over image acquisition cannot be achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the image acquisition process by introducing a selection unit that allows individual selection of radiation images from the plurality of images stored in the cassette. Instead of collectively acquiring all images, the system divides the acquisition process into selectable individual image units, enabling fine control over which specific images are transferred to the host computer.
2Productivity
If all radiation images are transferred at once, then transfer efficiency is improved, but control over the transfer process is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces dynamic control over the image transfer process. The selection unit allows the user to dynamically select which images to transfer, and the transfer can be executed in controlled batches or individually based on selection criteria. This dynamic approach maintains efficiency while restoring control capability.
3Quantity of substance
If the radiation detection cassette stores large capacity images, then storage capability is improved, but control over individual image acquisition becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a selection unit as an intermediary between the radiation detection cassette and the host computer. This intermediary component receives selection information specifying which images to transfer, acts as a mediator to filter and select individual images from the large-capacity storage, and then executes the transfer based on the selection criteria, thereby maintaining both large storage capacity and fine control capability.
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 fine control over radiation image acquisition, ensuring efficient transfer and management of images, improving operational efficiency in medical and industrial applications.
Implementation Method 1
a radiation detection cassette configured to detect an intensity distribution of radiation (e.g., X ray) that has passed through a subject to take a radiation image of the subject
Data Source
AI summary
Provided is a radiation imaging apparatus, including: an information acquisition unit configured to acquire information on a radiation image from a detection apparatus configured to take the radiation image by detecting radiation; a transfer request unit configured to transmit to the detection apparatus, based on the information, a transfer request signal for requesting transfer of a radiation image untransferred and stored in the detection apparatus; and an image acquisition unit configured to acquire the radiation image from the detection apparatus.