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Superconductive magnet for magnetic resonance systems

US5551243A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 12, 1995
Grant dateSep 3, 1996
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Expiry dateJul 12, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S505/894
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A super conducting magnet system for magnetic resonance systems comprising at least one radiation shield. Temperature sensors, an external refrigeration system and a controller are provided for maintaining said at least one shield at a constant temperature by heating the shield and reducing the heat provided as the refrigerator system wears or by increasing the frequency of the refrigeration cycle as the system wears or both.

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