20240045043. SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTINUOUS ULTRAFAST ULTRASOUND BEAMFORMING WITH PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC simplified abstract (The Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois)
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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTINUOUS ULTRAFAST ULTRASOUND BEAMFORMING WITH PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC
Organization Name
The Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois
Inventor(s)
Michael Oelze of Mahomet IL (US)
Pengfei Song of Champaign IL (US)
Zhengchang Kou of Champaign IL (US)
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTINUOUS ULTRAFAST ULTRASOUND BEAMFORMING WITH PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240045043 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTINUOUS ULTRAFAST ULTRASOUND BEAMFORMING WITH PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes systems and methods for ultrafast imaging using radio frequency ultrasound data. Here is a simplified explanation of the abstract:
- The system includes a memory and a field programmable gate array (FPGA) connected to the memory.
- The memory stores a delay profile matrix, which is a two-dimensional matrix where each row represents a delay profile at a specific depth.
- The FPGA is configured to acquire radio frequency ultrasound data from a subject.
- It loads a delay profile from the delay profile matrix to a memory buffer of the FPGA, corresponding to a particular depth.
- The FPGA reads the first row of the RF ultrasound data based on a delay value from the delay profile.
- It generates beamformed data at the specific depth by beamforming the first row of RF ultrasound data.
- Finally, it generates an image of the subject based on the beamformed data.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Medical imaging: This technology can be used in medical imaging applications, such as ultrasound imaging, to provide high-resolution images of the subject.
- Non-destructive testing: It can be used in industries like manufacturing and construction for non-destructive testing of materials and structures.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Faster imaging: The system allows for ultrafast imaging by using a delay profile matrix and beamforming techniques, reducing the time required to generate an image.
- Improved image quality: By beamforming the RF ultrasound data, the system can enhance the image quality and provide more accurate information about the subject.
Benefits of this technology:
- Real-time imaging: The ultrafast imaging capability of this technology enables real-time imaging, which is crucial in medical procedures and time-sensitive applications.
- Higher resolution: By using beamforming techniques, the system can improve the resolution of the images, allowing for better visualization and diagnosis.
- Versatility: The system can be used in various applications, including medical imaging and non-destructive testing, making it a versatile solution for different industries.
Original Abstract Submitted
systems and methods for ultrafast imaging include: a memory having stored thereon a delay profile matrix and a field programmable gate array (fpga) coupled with the memory. the delay profile matrix comprises a two-dimensional matrix in which each row corresponds to a delay profile at a particular depth. the fpga is configured to: acquire radio frequency (rf) ultrasound data from a subject; load a delay profile from the delay profile matrix to a memory buffer of the fpga, wherein the delay profile corresponds to a particular depth; read a first row of the rf ultrasound data based on a first delay value of the delay profile; generate beamformed data at the particular depth by beamforming the first row of rf ultrasound data; and generate an image of the subject based on the beamformed data.
