Image analysis – Applications – Biomedical applications
Reexamination Certificate
2005-10-24
2009-12-01
Kim, Charles (Department: 2624)
Image analysis
Applications
Biomedical applications
Reexamination Certificate
active
07627159
ABSTRACT:
An exemplary method of visualization is provided. A centerline is computed for each of a plurality of ribs in a three-dimensional (3D) image. The each of the plurality of ribs is straightened based on the centerline computation. A two-dimensional (2D) image is generated based on the straightened ribs.
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Kiraly Atilla Peter
Shen Hong
F. Chau & Associates LLC
Kim Charles
Paschburg Donald B.
Siemens Medical Solutions USA , Inc.
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