Focusing and guiding X-rays with tapered capillaries

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1990-03-07

1991-03-19

Westin, Edward P.

X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices

Beam control

Collimator

378145, 378149, 378 84, G21K 102, G21K 100, G21K 510, G21K 106

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050017373

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus for directing and focusing X-rays by the new method of confinement is disclosed. A capillary having an inlet end and an outlet end with a generally tubular or rectangular inner wall surface defines a longitudinal central opening. The central opening is tapered inwardly from the inlet end to the outlet end. X-rays are directed into the inlet end at angles less than the critical glancing angle for the inner wall surface to direct X-rays through the capillary to a focus point near the capillary outlet end.

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