Self contained irradiation system using flat panel X-ray sources
US9324535B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 22, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 18, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01J2235/18
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present disclosure describes a self-contained irradiator comprising at least one X-ray source inside a shielded enclosure, the one or more sources each operable to emit X-ray flux across an area substantially equal to the proximate facing surface area of material placed inside the enclosure to be irradiated. The irradiator may have multiple flat panel X-ray sources disposed, designed or operated so as to provide uniform flux to the material being irradiated. The advantages of the irradiator of the present disclosure include compactness, uniform flux doses, simplified thermal management, efficient shielding and safety, the ability to operate at high power levels for sustained periods and high throughput.
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