3-D ultrasound for medical imaging in space

Richard J. Littlefield; Christian R. MacEdonia

doi:10.4271/972286

3-D ultrasound for medical imaging in space

Richard J. Littlefield, Christian R. MacEdonia

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Abstract

Ultrasound is attractive for medical imaging in space because scanners can be small, lightweight, low power, and have minimal electromagnetic emissions. In addition, unlike conventional 2-D ultrasound. 3-D ultrasound allows an operator with no diagnostic skills to collect high-quality scans that can be interpreted by a remote expert. This allows 3-D ultrasound to be used effectively in remote locations. These capabilities are illustrated by the MUSTPAC-1, a portable 3-D ultrasound telemedicine system recently developed for the U.S. military. Design, implementation, and field experiences with the MUSTPAC-1 are discussed, and extensions for use in space are proposed.

Original language	English (US)
Journal	SAE Technical Papers
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.4271/972286
State	Published - 1997
Externally published	Yes
Event	27th International Conference on Environmental Systems - Lake Tahoe, NV, United States Duration: Jul 14 1997 → Jul 17 1997

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Automotive Engineering
Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
Pollution
Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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