X-Ray Detector Integration for Treatment Instrument Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing X-ray examination methods require separate radio receiver units or field generators to determine the position and orientation of treatment instruments, which increase costs, installation space, and operational complexity.
Innovation Solution
Integrate radio reception capabilities into the X-ray detection unit by utilizing its mechanical and electrical design to receive radio signals concurrently with X-ray detection, eliminating the need for separate units.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If separate radio receiver units or field generators are used to determine treatment instrument position and orientation, then measurement precision is improved, but device complexity and installation space increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the radio receiver unit with the X-ray detection unit into a single integrated device. The radio receiver unit is positioned within the X-ray detection unit's detection area, allowing both X-ray imaging and radio signal-based position determination functions to be performed by a single combined system rather than separate devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated unit serves multiple functions: it performs X-ray detection for imaging purposes and simultaneously receives radio signals for determining treatment instrument position and orientation. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate dedicated radio receiver units while maintaining measurement capabilities.
2Measurement precision
If separate radio receiver units are used to determine treatment instrument position, then measurement precision is improved, but installation space increases
Solution Approach 1:
The radio receiver unit is merged with the X-ray detection unit, which are both stationary components typically positioned in the examination room. By integrating these functions into one unit, the total installation space required is reduced compared to having separate radio receiver units in addition to the X-ray system.
3Measurement precision
If separate radio receiver units are used to determine treatment instrument position, then measurement precision is improved, but costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the radio receiver unit with the X-ray detection unit, reducing the total quantity of hardware components needed. Instead of requiring both a separate radio receiver unit and an X-ray system, the integrated design uses a single combined unit, thereby reducing costs associated with purchasing, installing, and maintaining multiple separate devices.
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
Saves costs and installation space while reducing operational complexity by integrating radio reception into the X-ray detection unit, allowing simultaneous determination of treatment instrument position and orientation without additional hardware.
Implementation Method 1
The X-ray detection unit is used during the X-ray examination to detect secondary X-ray radiation at least partially transmitted through the object, partially absorbed by the object, and/or at least partially dispersed by the object
Implementation Method 2
partially absorbed by the object
Implementation Method 3
at least partially dispersed by the object
Implementation Method 4
the X-ray detection unit receives a radio signal, which is transmitted by a transmitter unit of the treatment instrument
Data Source
AI summary
An X-ray device is provided that includes: an X-ray source configured to provide the X-ray radiation; an X-ray detection unit configured to detect secondary X-ray radiation at least partially transmitted through the object and/or at least partially dispersed by the object, and to provide at least one detector signal as a function of the detected secondary X-ray radiation; and an X-ray analyzer unit configured to analyze the at least one detector signal in order to determine a structure of the object at least in part. The X-ray detection unit is further configured to receive a radio signal, e.g., from a transmitter unit of the treatment instrument positioned in a predefined area of the object and, as a function of the detected radio signal, to provide at least one received signal or analysis by a radio analyzer unit to determine a position of the treatment instrument in relation to the object.