X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices – Specific application – Computerized tomography
Reexamination Certificate
2005-03-29
2005-03-29
Bruce, David V (Department: 2882)
X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices
Specific application
Computerized tomography
C378S009000, C378S010000, C378S015000, C378S901000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06873677
ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides methods and devices which improve a time resolution of a scanner by segmenting the data and generating a plurality of low resolution images. The low resolution images may then be combined to reconstruct a full image of a slice of a target. Such a method improves the time resolution of the scanner while maintaining the radiation dosage and time of the scan.
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Blank Joel
Bruce David V
Kaufman Leon
Townsend and Townsend / and Crew LLP
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