Source loading apparatus for imaging systems
US7126142B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 31, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 24, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 10, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/107
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A transmission source loading apparatus for an imaging system utilizing a transmission source is disclosed. The source loading apparatus comprises a storage container for storing the transmission source, and a translation device. The translation device is adapted for advancing the transmission source from the storage container into a holder device for use of the imaging system. A gantry for an imaging system utilizing a transmission source is also disclosed. The gantry includes a gantry housing, a detector ring, a holder device for rotating the transmission source in a rotation path associated with the detector ring, and a transmission source loading apparatus.
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