Magnetic resonance imaging method and system
US7501825B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 2, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01R33/34046
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus, process and a volume strip array can be provided, e.g., for use in connection with magnetic resonance imaging (“MRI”). The apparatus includes an arrangement adapted to transmit a signal to generate a magnetic field in a particular mode, and to receive a signal in response to the generated field in another mode. In particular, a plurality of parallel conductor strips are provided in a cylindrical configuration. The conductor strips are each adapted to receive current to generate a magnetic field. In addition, a cylindrical conductive shield can be provided which can include or allow the placement of the conductive strip. A plurality of ports may also be used, each of the ports interconnecting the conductive shield and at least one of the conductor strips. A control system may also be provided to tailor the properties of the conductive strips for particular applications.
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