CLOUDSTREAM MEDICAL IMAGING, INC. (20240374243). ULTRASOUND IMAGING USING FOCUSING BEAMS FOR REDUCING MECHANICAL INDEX AND THERMAL INDEX simplified abstract
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ULTRASOUND IMAGING USING FOCUSING BEAMS FOR REDUCING MECHANICAL INDEX AND THERMAL INDEX
Organization Name
CLOUDSTREAM MEDICAL IMAGING, INC.
Inventor(s)
Chengbin Peng of Houston TX (US)
ULTRASOUND IMAGING USING FOCUSING BEAMS FOR REDUCING MECHANICAL INDEX AND THERMAL INDEX - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240374243 titled 'ULTRASOUND IMAGING USING FOCUSING BEAMS FOR REDUCING MECHANICAL INDEX AND THERMAL INDEX
The patent application describes a system and method for acquiring and beamforming ultrasound data using focusing beams to improve image resolution and signal-to-noise ratio.
- Ultrasound transducer with multiple elements for transmitting ultrasound beams to a focal point at different times within predetermined time differences.
- Receiving raw RF ultrasound data using a subset of elements for each beam.
- Beamforming the RF ultrasound data to generate an image with enhanced resolution.
- Displaying the image or sending it to a remote device for further analysis.
Potential Applications: - Medical imaging for diagnostic purposes. - Monitoring fetal development during pregnancy. - Guiding minimally invasive procedures such as biopsies or injections.
Problems Solved: - Improving image quality by reducing noise and enhancing signal strength. - Enhancing the accuracy of medical diagnoses. - Facilitating real-time imaging during procedures.
Benefits: - Enhanced image resolution for better visualization of internal structures. - Improved accuracy in medical diagnoses. - Increased safety and efficiency in medical procedures.
Commercial Applications: Ultrasound imaging devices for medical facilities, research institutions, and veterinary clinics.
Questions about Ultrasound Data Acquisition and Beamforming: 1. How does the use of focusing beams improve image resolution in ultrasound imaging? 2. What are the potential limitations of using focusing beams in ultrasound data acquisition and beamforming?
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing studies on optimizing focusing beam techniques for various medical imaging applications.
Original Abstract Submitted
a system and method for acquiring and beamforming ultrasound data using focusing beams includes: providing an ultrasound transducer, the ultrasound transducer including a plurality of elements; transmitting ultrasound beams from the elements in such a way that sound waves arrive at a focal point at different times but within predetermined time differences, the differences being (i) small enough such that the in-sonification at the focal point is strong to overcome noises and attenuation of echo signals caused by tissue absorption, and (ii) large enough to avoid a constructive interference of the sound waves at the focal point; receiving raw rf ultrasound data using at least a subset of the elements for each beam; beamforming the rf ultrasound data to obtain an image; displaying the image or sending the image to a remote device. ultrasound scanners using focusing beams can achieve excellent image resolution and signal-to-noise ratio, significantly reducing safety concerns.
