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Multi-leaf collimator

US7596209B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 28, 2006
Grant dateSep 29, 2009
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Expiry dateFeb 28, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG21K1/046
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A multi-leaf collimator comprises an elongate leaf moveable in a longitudinal direction, and having an associated toothed rack driven by a pinion, wherein the rack is carried on an elongate actuator section, having a transversely extending link section, the leaf being connected to the link section and thereby being spaced from the actuator section.

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