Title :
Field emitter arrays for tomographic medical imaging
Author :
Schwoebel, P.R. ; Holland, C.E. ; Spindt, C.A. ; Boone, J.M.
Author_Institution :
SRI Int., Menlo Park
Abstract :
We are developing a new stationary X-ray source for tomographic imaging with the potential to revolutionize tomographic imaging technology. Energy analysis of the X-ray output has shown clean spectra using both molybdenum and tungsten anodes. At present a prototype system is being assembled for tomographic imaging of small animals for medical research. This paper discusses the results of the X-ray source experiments and plans for the further development of stationary, multiple-source, tomographic imaging systems.
Keywords :
X-ray applications; computerised tomography; field emitter arrays; Mo; W; X-ray source; field emitter arrays; medical research; molybdenum anode; tomographic medical imaging; tungsten anode; Animals; Anodes; Assembly systems; Biomedical imaging; Field emitter arrays; Optical imaging; Prototypes; Tomography; Tungsten; X-ray imaging;
Conference_Titel :
Vacuum Nanoelectronics Conference, 2007. IVNC. IEEE 20th International
Conference_Location :
Chicago, IL
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-1133-7
Electronic_ISBN :
978-1-4244-1134-4
DOI :
10.1109/IVNC.2007.4480934
