Portable X-ray device
US6038287A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 7, 1998 |
| Grant date | Mar 14, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 7, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/32262
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A portable and preferably hand-held X-ray generator for use in intraoral and other X-ray applications, and a new process of dental image acquisition which utilizes a novel receptor holder physically linked to the lightweight, portable generator, and a unique, articulating arm and cradle which allows one generator to be used in multiple operatories. The system's generator has a reduced X-ray output and much smaller focal spot area than conventional dental X-ray generators. This reduced X-ray output reduces the overall patient X-ray burden. The smaller focal spot also allows for improved resolution in the final image.
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