Imaging System with Orthogonal Transmission Signals

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This invention describes an imaging system and method that uses millimeter waves to illuminate and image objects. Multiple antennas transmit orthogonal signals simultaneously, each on its own frequency. Reflected signals from the object are received by multiple antennas and used to create an image of the object.

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• Security screening at airports and public buildings to detect hidden objects
• Industrial quality control and inspection of materials hidden from view
• Non-invasive medical imaging, such as detecting tumors or anomalies in tissue
• Automated baggage or parcel scanning systems
• Robotics for object detection and navigation in complex environments

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• Enables high-resolution imaging through the use of multiple orthogonal signals
• Reduces interference between transmitted signals, improving image quality
• Allows simultaneous data collection, resulting in faster scanning times
• Works in conditions where visible light is obstructed or ineffective, such as through clothing or packaging
• Provides a non-destructive, non-invasive imaging method that is safe for users

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Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren und ein System zur Ausleuchtung und Abbildung von Objekten mithilfe von Millimeterwellen. Gemäß einem Verfahrensaspekt der Erfindung senden mehrere Sendeantennen simultan Signale aus, wobei jede Antenne auf einer eigenen Sendefrequenz sendet und die Sendesignale zueinander orthogonal sind. Vom Objekt reflektierte Signale (806, 808) werden durch eine Mehrzahl von Empfangsantennen empfangen und hierauf basierend wird eine Abbildung des Objekts bestimmt.