METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR A PORTABLE ULTRASONIC IMAGING SYSTEM

Problem:

Ultrasonography is an ultrasound based medical imaging technique widely used in medicine. Ultrasound machines cost $100K-$250K because of sophisticated multichannel electronics. Additionally, those are sizable and therefore disable to be carried easily by medical practitioners. There is an absolute need for low cost and portable ultrasound imaging systems.

Technology:

The proposed technique uses motion sensors that are embedded with the probe to track the position of the ultrasound signals. This eliminates the use of a transducer array and beam forming electronics and enables very low cost imaging systems. Potentially, this device can make ultrasound imaging routine part of the clinical exam. It could also be used in emergency rooms and ambulances due to its small feature especially to detect internal bleeding.

Advantages:

•Low cost

•Small form factor (handy use)

•Wireless interface

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