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Multiple electron beam target for use in X-ray scanner

US4531226A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 17, 1983
Grant dateJul 23, 1985
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Expiry dateMar 17, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05G1/70
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Disclosed is a target structure for use in an X-ray transmission scanner in which X-rays are generated by directing an electron beam at an X-ray generating target. The structure includes a support bracket having a recessed portion and a support surface formed in the recessed portion. A bolt extends through the bracket and maintains a target member in abuttment with the support surface which positions the target in proper alignment with an electron beam.

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