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Radiation detection apparatus and radiation image capturing system

US8330597B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 27, 2009
Grant dateDec 11, 2012
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Expiry dateSep 13, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2560/0456
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A radiation detection apparatus and a radiation image capturing system according to the present invention includes an electronic cassette equipped with a casing, and a radiation detection device accommodated inside the casing, which detects radiation emitted from a radiation source and having passed through a subject, while converting the radiation into radiation image information. The electronic cassette includes a sensor for sensing that the casing has been lifted, a power supply controller for supplying power based on a detection signal from the sensor, a discriminating unit for discriminating whether the radiation detection apparatus has transitioned to an image capturing capable mode, and a warning signal output unit for outputting a warning signal, for issuing a warning when the radiation detection apparatus cannot transition to the image capturing capable mode.

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