18460876. POSITION DETERMINATION SYSTEM, MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM, METHOD FOR POSITION DETERMINATION AND REFERENCE ARRANGEMENT simplified abstract (Siemens Healthcare GmbH)

POSITION DETERMINATION SYSTEM, MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM, METHOD FOR POSITION DETERMINATION AND REFERENCE ARRANGEMENT

Organization Name

Siemens Healthcare GmbH

Inventor(s)

Johann Sukkau of Herzogenaurach (DE)

Helmut Wrobel of Erlangen (DE)

POSITION DETERMINATION SYSTEM, MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM, METHOD FOR POSITION DETERMINATION AND REFERENCE ARRANGEMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18460876 titled 'POSITION DETERMINATION SYSTEM, MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM, METHOD FOR POSITION DETERMINATION AND REFERENCE ARRANGEMENT

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a position determination system for detecting the position of an object using a reference arrangement with color codes, a sensor unit to read the colors, and a light source to illuminate the colors.

• Reference arrangement with color codes:

   - Consists of reference colors with a first color code along the path of movement of the object.
   - The first color code has color-differentiated and non-repeating discrete color sections as reference colors.

• Sensor unit:

   - Includes a sensor head to read out the reference colors of the reference arrangement.
   - Forwards the read-out reference colors to an evaluation unit.

• Light source:

   - Configured to illuminate the reference colors of the reference arrangement at the position of the sensor head.

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1. 1. 1. Potential Applications

- Object tracking in industrial settings - Navigation systems for autonomous vehicles

1. 1. 1. Problems Solved

- Accurate position determination of objects - Improved efficiency in tracking and monitoring systems

1. 1. 1. Benefits

- Enhanced precision in object positioning - Real-time data collection for analysis and decision-making

1. 1. 1. Potential Commercial Applications
         1. Enhanced Object Tracking System for Industrial Use

1. 1. 1. Possible Prior Art

There are existing systems for object tracking using RFID technology, but they may not provide the same level of accuracy and precision as the color-coded reference arrangement described in this patent application.

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1. 1. 1. 1. Unanswered Questions

1. 1. 1. How does this system handle variations in lighting conditions?

The patent application does not specify how the system adjusts for different lighting conditions that may affect the readability of the reference colors.

1. 1. 1. What is the cost-effectiveness of implementing this system compared to other position determination technologies?

The application does not provide information on the cost implications of setting up and maintaining this position determination system in various industries.

Original Abstract Submitted

A position determination system for detecting a position of an object, wherein the position determination system comprises: a reference arrangement with reference colors with a first color code extending in a direction of a path of movement of the object, wherein along the path of movement, the first color code has color-differentiated and non-repeating discrete color sections as reference colors; a sensor unit with a sensor head, the sensor unit configured to read out the reference colors of the reference arrangement arranged at a position of the sensor head and to forward the read out reference colors to an evaluation unit; and at least one light source configured to illuminate the reference colors of the reference arrangement arranged at the position of the sensor head.