Radiography System Non-Contact Power Frequency Synchronization

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Solution Overview

Problem

Radiography systems face image quality degradation due to fluctuations in non-contact power supply frequency affecting signal readings, and the need for continuous power supply to prevent internal battery depletion during image capture.

Innovation Solution

A radiography system that maintains a constant power supply frequency during signal readout periods to minimize noise interference and ensures continuous non-contact power supply, allowing for stable image capture without relying on internal power reserves.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Duration of action of stationary object

If non-contact power supply is performed during signal readout, then power supply continuity is improved, but image quality deteriorates due to electromagnetic field fluctuations

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower supply continuityVSAvoidimage quality
Core Design Contradiction:
Duration of action of stationary objectVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The power supply frequency is set to match the signal readout frequency, creating a periodic synchronization where power is supplied at intervals that coincide with signal acquisition cycles. This periodic action ensures continuous power availability while the synchronized timing prevents electromagnetic interference from corrupting the readout signals.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

Solution Approach 2:

The invention changes the power supply frequency parameter to match the signal readout frequency, and adjusts the duty cycle of power supply to occur during specific time windows that do not interfere with signal acquisition. By dynamically adjusting these parameters, the system maintains power continuity while avoiding image quality degradation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Adaptability or versatility

If non-contact power supply frequency fluctuates, then power supply flexibility is improved, but signal reading accuracy deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower supply flexibilityVSAvoidsignal reading accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The system incorporates feedback mechanisms that monitor the signal readout process and adjust the power supply frequency in real-time to maintain synchronization. This feedback loop ensures that even if initial frequency settings drift, the system automatically corrects to maintain the precise frequency matching required for accurate signal reading while preserving power supply flexibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Adaptability or versatility

If internal power supply is used during non-contact power supply interruption, then power supply independence is improved, but power availability deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower supply independenceVSAvoidpower availability
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The invention maintains continuous useful action by ensuring non-contact power supply never fully interrupts during critical operations. By synchronizing power supply with signal readout cycles and maintaining appropriate duty cycles, the system eliminates the need for internal power reserves while ensuring continuous power availability, thereby achieving both power independence and adequate power availability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

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 approach enhances image quality by canceling out noise from electromagnetic field fluctuations and prevents power supply interruptions during image capture, enabling efficient and uninterrupted radiographic imaging.

Implementation Method 1

non-contact power supply to receive necessary power via electromagnetic field changes from the outside

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic field changes: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 2

obtain radiographic images by detecting an intensity distribution of radiation transmitted through a subject and converting the distribution into electrical signals

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectRadiation detection and conversion: Photoelectric Effect

Data Source

PatentUS11709283B2Radiography system
Publication Date: 2023.07.25 CANON KK
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AI summary

A radiography system comprising a radiography device and a power supply device is provided. The radiography device includes a sensor unit for obtaining a radiographic image and is capable of non-contact power reception, and the power supply device is capable of non-contact power supply to the radiography device. In a period in which a fluctuation in a power supply frequency of the power supply from the power supply device to the radiography device affects a signal obtained by the radiography device from the sensor unit, the power supply device supplies power to the radiography device at a constant power supply frequency.