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Digital ultrasonic imaging with microprocessor manipulation

P T Ostro, L Harrison

    Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology
    |September 1, 1978
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    A new digital scan converter system transforms ultrasonic B-scans from oscilloscope to video format using a microprocessor. This development offers an alternative to traditional scan converter tubes for improved ultrasound imaging.

    Area of Science:

    • Medical Imaging
    • Ultrasound Technology
    • Digital Signal Processing

    Background:

    • Traditional ultrasound systems often use oscilloscope-format displays, limiting image compatibility and storage.
    • Scan converter tubes were historically used but have limitations in resolution and flexibility.
    • The need for digital solutions in medical imaging is growing.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop and describe a novel digital scan converter system for ultrasonic B-scans.
    • To enable the conversion of ultrasound images from analog oscilloscope format to digital video format.
    • To outline the functionality of the microprocessor within the developed system.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a digital scan converter system.
    • Integration of a microprocessor for system control and data processing.

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  • Acceptance of ultrasonic B-scans in oscilloscope format as input.
  • Output of ultrasound images in standard video format.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful development of a digital scan converter system.
    • Demonstration of the system's ability to convert oscilloscope-format B-scans to video format.
    • Detailed explanation of the microprocessor's role in the conversion process.
    • Comparative analysis highlighting advantages over scan converter tube systems.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed digital scan converter system effectively converts ultrasonic B-scans to video format.
    • Microprocessor-based systems offer a viable and potentially superior alternative to older scan converter tube technology.
    • This advancement facilitates easier image storage, display, and analysis in ultrasound diagnostics.