You need to know about upcoming 4D technology

• In comparison to the 2D and 3D technologies, the 4D technology allows real time medical imaging of the organs as they move within the body. Being four dimensional, it allows the display of entire volume of an object that is being examined and help the doctors in analyzing the problem in a better way.

• It has wider applicability in other areas like animation, cinema and seismic explorations.

• Images taken through 4D technology can help in detecting problems that may hinder fetal development.It is used for ultrasounds or CT scanners to produce real-time images of internal organs.

• 4D technology allows doctors to locate the exact location of a tumor in cancer patients and plan the radiation treatment accordingly. In the case of lung cancer patients, doctors take the movement of breathing into account when administering radiotherapy.

• This technology is also helpful in seismic explorations. It allows the comparisons of 3D seismic surveys over the same area at different points of time. It has helped seismologists in "mapping and monitoring of fluid movements and pressure changes in petroleum reservoirs during production thus contributing to improved recovery rates and better management of the fields."

• The 4D technology has given a new fillip to the animation and entertainment industry. It allows the animators to move an object around its own mirror image which shows an added depth in objects. This technology has also been used to produce motion effects that make the viewers feel the movements on screen.

• At present 4D technology is used mostly in the medical field only and it is still in the phase of development. So expecting too much so early from a technology can be left for a later date.

• Some studies have shown that prolonged exposure to CT scan radiation can increase the risk of cancer.

• Though no risk has been found with 4D ultrasound, still some experts caution that the very clear images can give you a false sense of reassurance that there are no physical problems with the unborn baby.

• It is a completely computer based technology. Hence, all may not be able to benefit from it.

• 4D enabled theaters can be a bit costly as compared to the conventional ones. But given the thrill it can provide, one would like to enjoy the experience for a lifetime.

This technology has made animation experience more exciting by adding the concept of time and space to its dimensions. It has enabled animators to move an object around its own mirror image. Many world famous studios like Disney, Pixar, Sony and IMAX have created 4D animations.

With better image quality, the 4D ultrasound is the latest technology in pre-natal testing. It allows physicians to do tests for assessing the health of the fetus.

4D technology has evolved as an important tool for pregnancy testing. It helps the doctors to monitor the real time status of fetes with more accuracy. No harm has been found, so far, in this procedure.

Many 4D enabled movie theaters have come all across the world. Special 4D based seats or "D-Box Motion Code seats" has been developed by the engineers. It creates special motion effects in which a user get to feel all the on screen movements.