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This paper analyzed the patents related to Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Data Processing Technology using the Innography patents analysis software. The clustering analysis method was used and the patents of the latest 5 years and those with high strength value (between 9 to 10) were mainly analyzed. We identified 10 hotpots of the latest MRI technologies. We also found that GPS (GE, Philips, Siemens) remain dominant in the MRI field. More companies and universities of China however began to apply for patents related to MRI. Through the above analysis, we identified the trend of development of magnetic resonance imaging and data processing technology, and provided clues for further MRI innovation.