Computed tomography system for imaging of human and small...

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2006-07-25

2006-07-25

Bruce, David V. (Department: 2882)

X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices

Specific application

Computerized tomography

C378S122000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07082182

ABSTRACT:
Computed tomography device comprising an x-ray source and an x-ray detecting unit. The x-ray source comprises a cathode with a plurality of individually programmable electron emitting units that each emit an electron upon an application of an electric field, an anode target that emits an x-ray upon impact by the emitted electron, and a collimator. Each electron emitting unit includes an electron field emitting material. The electron field emitting material includes a nanostructured material or a plurality of nanotubes or a plurality of nanowires. Computed tomography methods are also provided.

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