Radiography backscatter shields and X-ray imaging systems including backscatter shields
US11026645B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 6, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 8, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/4035
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Radiography backscatter shields and X-ray imaging systems including backscatter shields are disclosed. An example X-ray backscatter shield includes: a conforming backscatter shield configured to provide shielding from Compton scatter radiation when placed in contact with an object to be scanned; and a shield frame configured to couple the backscatter shield to an X-ray source.
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