Computer Assisted Reality System for Medical Apparatus Training
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for learning and training on medical apparatuses are inefficient, as they require physical access and can occupy the device, especially during pandemics, and maintenance often necessitates dismantling, leading to multiple service calls due to lack of immediate spare parts.
Innovation Solution
A computer-assisted reality system using smart devices with cameras and illustration capabilities, enabling the determination of medical apparatus types and displaying relevant information, allowing for remote learning, maintenance, and service through augmented or mixed reality, with virtual keypads and 3D models for simulation and data exchange.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If learning and training are performed using the real medical apparatus, then the training effectiveness is improved, but the medical apparatus is occupied and becomes unavailable for surgical interventions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a virtual copy of the medical apparatus through 3D modeling and augmented reality visualization. This virtual replica allows users to interact with and train on the apparatus without occupying the physical device, thereby maintaining surgical availability while achieving training effectiveness through immersive virtual simulations
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a camera-based augmented reality system as an intermediary between the user and the medical apparatus. The system captures images of the real apparatus and overlays virtual information, allowing indirect interaction and training without direct physical occupation of the device
2Reliability
If service and maintenance are performed by being present at the medical apparatus, then the service quality is improved, but multiple service calls are necessary due to lack of immediate spare parts availability
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a virtual replica of the medical apparatus that displays real-time operational status and component information. Service personnel can examine the virtual model to identify required spare parts before arriving on-site, ensuring all necessary components are brought in one visit, thereby reducing multiple service calls while maintaining high service quality through accurate diagnosis
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables preliminary examination and identification of required spare parts through the virtual apparatus display before the service personnel physically arrive. This advance preparation ensures that all necessary components are ready, preventing the need for follow-up service calls
3Reliability
If the medical apparatus is accessed for training during a pandemic crisis, then training can be conducted, but access to training facilities is restricted and undesirable
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces physical training facility access with a virtual replica of the medical apparatus accessible via smartphone or other computing devices. Users can interact with the 3D model remotely through augmented reality or virtual reality interfaces, eliminating the need to physically visit training facilities while maintaining comprehensive training capability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent substitutes the mechanical requirement of physical presence at a training facility with an electronic/digital system. The camera-based augmented reality application on mobile devices replaces the need for physical training equipment and facilities, allowing remote access without pandemic-related restrictions
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AI summary
A method of operation for a computer assisted reality system (1) for a medical apparatus is disclosed. The computer assisted reality system (1) comprises the medical apparatus and a smart device (2) having a camera (4) and an illustration device for illustrating an image. The method comprises the steps: determining a type of the medical apparatus by detecting an input of the type to the smart device (2) or by evaluating an image of a real medical apparatus captured by the camera (4); and displaying information (20) concerning the medical apparatus via the illustration device.