Radiography Light Control Using Real-Time Object Movement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing radiography systems require manual operation to turn on and off light for determining the radiation emission range, which is inefficient and lacks remote control capabilities.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus that uses a processor to control light turning on and off based on real-time video analysis, detecting the presence and movement of objects to determine the radiation emission range.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual operation is used to turn on and off light for determining radiation emission range, then the system structure remains simple, but the operation efficiency is low and remote control capability is lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical switch operation with an image processing-based detection system. The imaging apparatus captures images of the radiation emission range, and the processor automatically determines the range by analyzing the images, eliminating the need for manual switch operation and enabling remote control.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs self-service by automatically detecting the radiation emission range through image processing. The processor analyzes images captured by the imaging apparatus and autonomously determines the emission range without requiring manual intervention, thereby improving operation efficiency and enabling remote control.
2Loss of energy
If light is manually controlled, then the system remains simple to operate, but unnecessary light usage occurs and energy efficiency is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback control where the processor continuously monitors images captured by the imaging apparatus and adjusts light control based on the detected radiation emission range. This feedback mechanism ensures light is only activated when needed, reducing energy waste and improving light usage efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically manages light control based on real-time image analysis. The processor determines when light should be on or off by analyzing the captured images, eliminating manual control and optimizing energy consumption by activating light only when the radiation emission range requires it.
3Productivity
If real-time video analysis is used to control light, then operation efficiency improves and remote control is enabled, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes the imaging apparatus multi-functional by using it for both capturing images of the radiation emission range and providing the basis for automatic light control. The same imaging apparatus serves dual purposes: visual documentation and automated range determination, thereby improving productivity without proportionally increasing complexity.
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AI summary
An information processing apparatus in the present disclosure includes a processor, in which the processor is configured to: acquire a real-time video with an imaging apparatus; and control at least one of turning on or turning off light used to determine an irradiation range of radiation according to a movement of an object included in the acquired video.