Abstract: A method and apparatus comprising generating a dynamic personalized webpage is disclosed. At least two webpages are loaded in a fashion that is hidden from the user. Content from the at least two webpages is extracted based on classification “of interest” by an artificial intelligence algorithm. A dynamic personalized webpage comprising extracted content is then generated and displayed to the user. In the preferred embodiment, the user's dynamic personalized webpage will be filled with advertisements tailored to the user and the user would receive at least some revenue from advertisements.

Abstract: This patent includes a method and apparatus for the generation of a simulated, realistic medical device, which can be inserted into a 3D radiological dataset from CT, MRI, PET, SPECT or DTS examinations. This simulated dataset can be segmented, filtered, manipulated, used with artificial intelligence algorithms and viewed in conjunction with head display units and geo-registered tools.

Abstract: Pointers are added to a 3D volumetric dataset to help the user visualize the direction of blood flow. A 3D volume containing at least one blood vessel is created. Next, the direction of the blood flow is determined. Next, at least pointer is placed into the 3D volume in an aligned fashion with the direction of blood flow such that the 3D volume is modified. Next, the modified 3D volume is displayed on a head display unit, such as an augmented reality or virtual reality display. Next, at least one pointer is advanced to a new position for additional modification of the 3D imaging volume.

Abstract: This patent discloses a method of creating a computer-generated patient specific image to help improve communication amongst health care workers and in between health care workers and patients. Medical data including images, and terminology from a multiple sources is inputted and a computer generated patient specific image is created and optimized for physician-to-physician or physician-to-patient communication.

Abstract: Virtual objects can be affixed to geo-registered tools (e.g., platform, knife, etc.) that interact with items (e.g., anatomic structures) within 3D volumes. For example, a 27-foot virtual wand can be affixed to a 1-foot long geo-registered wand and the resulting multi-part wand can be moved another two feet within a 3D volume in response to movement of the geo-registered wand to reach an object 30 feet away in the 3D volume. Various other interaction techniques are disclosed. The techniques may be used in a variety of applications possibly including, but not limited to, medicine, gaming, education, carpentry, manufacturing, or other industries.

Abstract: This patent includes a method for displaying a reference image to the radiologist similar to the current image the radiologist is actively reviewing. Additionally, this patent provides a method to enhance both an educational experience and an image analysis process for an imaging examination by incorporating classification of anatomic features and methods to teach a user the names of imaging findings.

Abstract: This patent provides a method for performing enhanced viewing strategies available to a user wearing a head display unit with position and orientation tracking. Stereoscopic rendering is performed at a set of time points. A set of viewing parameters including position data and orientation data of said head display unit is stored in conjunction with time data. A process called recall rendering is performed and the stored parameters which will allow stereoscopic display of the volume along with the orientation data and position data of the head display unit.

Abstract: In this patent, an advanced head display unit designed primarily for fire fighters is disclosed. The advanced augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR) head display unit improves coordination between teammates through eye tracking coupled with augmented reality features. This allows one fire fighter to know where another fire fighter is looking and helps coordinate tasks by dividing the scene into sectors and visibly marking each sector. Further, this system helps determine where to hose with a smart target system. Further, multiple sensors are utilized together to triangulate the location of a victim's voice. Additional advantages are also disclosed above.

Abstract: A method, software and apparatus are disclosed to improve security by helping determine whether a bag contains a prohibited item. A CT scan of a bag is performed to generate an image. An artificial intelligence algorithm is performed to classify portions of an image as normal and portions of said image as abnormal. A first type of image processing for said normal portion(s) of said image. A second type of image processing for said abnormal portion(s) of said image wherein said second type of image processing is different from said first type of image processing. The normal portion(s) of the image are displayed with said first type of image processing and said abnormal portion(s) of the image are displayed with said second type of image processing to a TSA Agent for analysis of said image. In the preferred embodiment, the TSA Agent will perform the analysis on an extended reality head display unit.

Abstract: This patent includes a method and apparatus for assigning a three-dimensional coordinate system to a segmented structure of a three-dimensional imaging examination of a tangible volume containing discrete structures. The boundary of a segmented structure, which corresponds to a discrete structure is determined through a segmentation algorithm. The assigned three-dimensional coordinate system has an origin and a set of coordinate axes. This allows each voxel within the segmented structure of the three-dimensional imaging examination to have a precise coordinate. This provides improved longitudinal analysis and more precise localization within the segmented structure.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for performing a contrast simulation of a CT or MRI scan is disclosed. Voxel(s) within a three-dimensional dataset are modified using an artificial intelligence algorithm to generate a virtual contrast three-dimensional dataset. The modification includes altering the numerical value(s) of voxels corresponding to body tissue(s) in accordance with said blood flow through said body tissue, such that an appearance of contrast is created. Multi-phase simulations can be performed to track contrast flow through the vascular tree. Some embodiments comprise inserting virtual contrast in conjunction with performing a deformity of the vascular structure.

Abstract: Digital breast tomosynthesis represents an enhanced type of mammogram for detecting breast cancer. In this disclosure, data from digital breast tomosynthesis is reconstructed into a volumetric database with each voxel having a (x, y, z) coordinate and viewed in true 3D using geo-registered head display unit and geo-registered tools for overall enhanced diagnosis. The breast is imaged under various configurations and the internal architecture of an anatomic feature three-dimensionally analyzed. Additional dataset creation and three-dimensional imaging techniques are disclosed.

Abstract: A method, apparatus and computer system product for improving cardiac output from the heart is presented. A balloon is placed within a chamber of a heart wherein the balloon encloses a mechanical expansion device and air. During a first time epoch in which the heart chamber is volumetrically contracting (during emptying), a mechanical expansion device causes the balloon to increase in size, which improves ejection fraction. During a second time epoch in which the heart chamber is volumetrically expanding (during filling), the mechanical expansion device causes the balloon to decrease in size, which improves filling.

Abstract: A method and apparatus comprising generating a dynamic content blocker. An image, which may be comprised of words, symbols and pictures, is segmented into items. Each item is analyzed by an artificial intelligence algorithm. Items can be determined by the AI algorithm to be of non-interest. The dynamic content blocker consists of a blocking image, which is dynamically placed over the items of non-interest, as determined by the AI. If the AI determines that the items are of interest, then these items will remain visible to the user. This will therefore generate a more eye-appealing image for the user and improve the presentation of imagery to a user.

Abstract: This patent provides a method and apparatus for improving the spatial resolution of the display, so that it appears less pixelated. This is accomplished by generating a first portion of an image that corresponds to a user's fovea and a second portion of the image that corresponds to areas of non-fovea regions of the retina. For the region of the image that corresponds to the fovea, the display uses high spatial resolution of pixels, so that the display is optimized for the user's central vision which has the highest visual acuity. For regions of the image that do not correspond to the fovea, the display uses a lower spatial resolution of pixels. Furthermore, the first portion of the image with the high spatial resolution can be moved within the image so as to accommodate various look angles and convergence points of the user.

Abstract: In this patent, a method and apparatus for improving analysis of a 3D printed object is provided. A first portion of a 3D dataset is selected for 3D printing. The 3D dataset is geo-registered to the 3D printed object. A second portion of the 3D dataset is displayed on a head display unit (HDU). Additional advanced features are discussed herein. An example would be performing 3D printing of a heart from a CT scan and displaying the aorta and inferior vena cave on the HDU geo-registered to the 3D printed heart.

Abstract: A 3D image processing system uses a three-dimensional dataset comprising voxels wherein said three-dimensional dataset is generated by performing imaging of a volume containing items. The image processing system performs segmentation of the three-dimensional dataset to generate segmented items. Each segmented item can be processed using a different image processing algorithm. For example, the skull can be processed using a first image processing algorithm (e.g., bone algorithm) and the brain can be processed using a second algorithm (e.g., soft tissue algorithm). A composite three-dimensional image is generated with the skull optimally displayed with the bone algorithm and the brain optimally displayed with the soft tissue algorithm. The composite images are displayed via 2D slice(s) to improve diagnosis.

Abstract: This patent discloses an apparatus that protects a user's eyes from the dangerous particulates in the atmosphere. A high efficiency filter is utilized in conjunction with goggles or eye glasses to prevent dangerous particulates in the environment from reaching the compartment of air that touches the eyeballs. This apparatus is designed to help mitigate the spread of the Corona Virus outbreak.

Abstract: A method and apparatus of generating a modified segmented structure is disclosed. This adds voxels in proximity to a segmented structure to create a larger volume or area than the segmented structure. Analysis of these layers provides insight to the disease pathology of the segmented structure. Additionally, this layer can serve as a visual transition region between a segmented item on a checklist under inspection whose visual appearance is optimized and the remaining structures on the checklist whose visual appearance is subdued (e.g., darkened) to help the imager (e.g., radiologist) better focus on the image.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is disclosed, which significantly improves image quality. Specifically, the method disclosed utilizes structures within an image with a known or calculated value, such as a phantom or presumed homogeneous structure, such as an air mass outside of the patient. The method then performs segmentation of the imaging dataset and subsequent measurement of the structure with a known value. The difference between the known value and the measured value is used as a correction factor, which is then applied to the remainder of the dataset where values are not known. This can improve image quality by helping to generate extremely similar gray scale maps over multiple examinations and eliminate artifacts.