Systems and methods for scintillators having micro-crack surfaces
US9709684B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 15, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 18, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 4, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K2103/50
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A scintillator crystal array that is configured to receive rays emitted by an object to be imaged and to emit light energy responsive to the received rays includes plural crystals. At least one of the crystals includes an upper surface, a lower surface disposed opposite the upper surface, plural sides extending between the upper surface and the lower surface, and a micro-crack surface extending at least partially along at least one of the sides. The micro-crack surface includes micro-cracks formed in the crystal configured for controlling distribution of light through the crystal.
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