Oregon Patent of the Month – July 2024
yoR Labs, Inc. has unveiled a cutting-edge handheld ultrasound device that redefines the landscape of medical imaging with its advanced 3D imaging capabilities. This revolutionary technology utilizes a sophisticated method to capture high-resolution images of various depth zones within the body, providing unprecedented clarity and detail.
The device operates by segmenting the target area into three distinct zones, each imaged using a unique ultrasonic technique. The first zone, closest to the surface, employs a multi-angle plane wave imaging scheme. This approach enhances the resolution by capturing signals from multiple angles, producing a composite image that is both detailed and accurate.
The second zone, positioned deeper within the body, uses tissue harmonic imaging. This technique leverages the nonlinear propagation of ultrasound waves to generate images with reduced noise and improved clarity, particularly beneficial for visualizing internal organs and tissues.
For the deepest structures, the device utilizes fundamental and subharmonic deep imaging. This method focuses on capturing high-frequency ultrasound signals that penetrate further into the body, ensuring even the most profound anatomical features are accurately depicted.
One of the standout features of YorLabs’ device is its ability to seamlessly blend images from adjacent patches within each zone, both horizontally and vertically. This blending process creates a coherent and continuous 3D image, eliminating gaps and inconsistencies that typically plague multi-zone imaging systems.
The result is a comprehensive 3D representation of the scanned area, which is invaluable for diagnostic and procedural applications. Physicians can now visualize complex structures with a level of detail previously unattainable with traditional 2D ultrasound systems.
This innovative handheld ultrasound device by YorLabs not only enhances the accuracy and efficiency of medical imaging but also expands the potential for on-the-go diagnostics, making it a game-changer in the field of medical technology. By integrating advanced imaging techniques into a portable format, yoRLabs is setting a new standard in patient care and medical imaging.
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