Scattered X-ray detection to detect misuse and prevent harm
US11191496B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 26, 2018 |
| Grant date | Dec 7, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/582
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus and related method for supporting X-ray imaging. The apparatus comprises an input interface (IN) for receiving an X-radiation scatter measurement obtained by an X-ray sensor (SXi) during operation of an X-ray imager (XI) for imaging a first object (PAT). A predictor component (PC) is configured to predict, based on said measurement, whether or not: i) a second object (P) is present, or ii) there is sufficient X-ray exposure of said first object (PAT). The apparatus comprises an output interface (OUT) for outputting a predictor signal indicative of an outcome of said prediction.
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