Cross-Domain Comparative Analysis of Microwave Imaging Systems for Medical Diagnostics and Industrial Testing

Year : 2025 | Volume : 12 | Issue : 02 | Page : 39 48
    By

    Vaibhav Godase,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical and Telecommunication Engineering, Smt. Kashibai Navale Sinhgad College of Engineering, Pandharpur, Maharashtra, India

Abstract

Microwave imaging is gaining significant traction as a non-ionizing, low-cost, and portable alternative to conventional diagnostic and inspection modalities in both medical and industrial domains. Leveraging the dielectric contrast between healthy and anomalous tissues or materials, microwave imaging systems enable early-stage detection and characterization of pathological or structural anomalies. This review provides a detailed comparative analysis of microwave imaging systems tailored for three critical applications: breast cancer detection, brain stroke imaging, and non- destructive testing (NDT). Each domain presents unique challenges and performance demands that influence the design and implementation of imaging systems. We examine key algorithmic strategies, including delay-and-sum, back-projection, compressive sensing, and emerging deep learning models, used for image reconstruction and anomaly detection. Hardware considerations such as antenna design, system architecture, and frequency selection are discussed in the context of application-specific constraints. Furthermore, we analyze the inherent trade-offs among spatial resolution, penetration depth, and signal-to-noise ratio, offering insights into optimization strategies for each use case. By highlighting both commonalities and distinctions across medical and industrial applications, this study identifies technological gaps and outlines future research directions aimed at enhancing image quality, real-time operability, and the practical viability of microwave imaging systems in real-world scenarios.

Keywords: Microwave imaging systems, breast cancer detection, brain stroke imaging, non-destructive testing (NDT)

[This article belongs to Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies ]

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Vaibhav Godase. Cross-Domain Comparative Analysis of Microwave Imaging Systems for Medical Diagnostics and Industrial Testing. Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies. 2025; 12(02):39-48.
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Regular Issue Subscription Review Article
Volume 12
Issue 02
Received 12/05/2025
Accepted 13/05/2025
Published 26/06/2025
Publication Time 45 Days
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