Combined tomography scanners
US6831961B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 3, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 14, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/5235
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A multi-scanner frame in accordance with the principles of the present invention includes a base and a plurality of stands. Each stand supports a tomography gantry. The plurality of scanners supported by the gantries may represent a plurality of tomography modalities. A linear guide allows for the ready movement of at least one of the gantries relative to one or more remaining gantries.
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