Transmission enhanced scatter imaging
US6546072B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 24, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 8, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 24, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01V5/222
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus and method for enhancing an image of penetrating radiation scattered by objects concealed within a container. An image derived from penetrating radiation transmitted through the container is combined with a scatter image in regard to which it is accurately registered in such a manner as to provide enhanced visibility and photorealism of the combined image.
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