X-ray Imaging Console Parameter Validation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional X-ray imaging systems are complex and inefficient, requiring users to manually enter and verify multiple parameters, leading to prolonged imaging procedures and increased subject strain due to lengthy wait times.
Innovation Solution
An X-ray imaging system with a console and input terminal that simplifies parameter setting by using controllers to judge the validity of entered X-ray and console control parameters, allowing for automatic validation and notification to the user, thereby streamlining operations and reducing wait times.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the conventional system requires separate input units for X-ray control parameters and console control parameters, then parameter control is distributed, but the operation becomes complicated and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the input units for X-ray control parameters and console control parameters into a single integrated input interface. This allows users to input both types of parameters through one unified terminal rather than switching between separate input units, directly reducing operational complexity and time required for parameter setting during imaging procedures
2Reliability
If the system requires manual validation of parameter settings through multiple controllers, then parameter accuracy can be verified, but the imaging procedure becomes lengthy
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary validation of parameter settings by checking whether entered values fall within predetermined valid ranges before the imaging procedure begins. This advance validation ensures parameter accuracy and reliability while preventing time-consuming corrections during the imaging process, thus maintaining both reliability and productivity
3Device complexity
If separate controllers handle X-ray parameters and console parameters, then functional separation is maintained, but data exchange complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal input terminal that can handle both X-ray control parameters and console control parameters through a single interface. This multi-functional approach eliminates the need for separate input units and reduces the complexity of data exchange between controllers, while maintaining functional separation through software-based parameter routing and validation
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
The system simplifies imaging operations, enhances efficiency, and shortens the time required for image acquisition, reducing subject strain by automating parameter validation and ensuring appropriate X-ray exposure settings.
Implementation Method 1
an X-ray source 16 for radiating X-ray... an X-ray detector 22 for detecting X-ray radiated from the X-ray source 16 and transmitted through a subject
Data Source
AI summary
The X-ray imaging system includes an X-ray source, a console, an X-ray controller for controlling an operation of the X-ray source according to X-ray control parameters set by the console, and an X-ray detector for detecting X-ray radiated from the X-ray source and transmitted through a subject and thereby outputting an image signal of an X-ray image of the subject. The console includes an input unit for entering the X-ray control parameters, which are information for controlling the operations of the X-ray source and a controller for holding setting range information representing an allowable range of values of the X-ray control parameters and making a judgment as to whether values of the entered X-ray control parameters are settable values according to the setting range information and informing an user of the console of the judgment.