Systems and methods for detecting an image of an object by use of X-ray beams generated by multiple small area sources and by use of facing sides of adjacent monochromator crystals
US8204174B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 19, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 19, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 7, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01J2235/08
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods for detecting an image of an object by use of X-ray beams generated by multiple small area sources are disclosed. A plurality of monochromator crystals may be positioned to intercept the plurality of first X-ray beams such that a plurality of second X-ray beams each having predetermined energy levels is produced. Further, an object to be imaged may be positioned in paths of the second x-ray beams for transmission of the second X-ray beams through the object and emitting from the object a plurality of transmission X-ray beams. The X-ray beams may be directed at angles of incidence upon a plurality of analyzer crystals for detecting an image of the object.
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