X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices – Electronic circuit – X-ray source power supply
Reexamination Certificate
2006-09-19
2006-09-19
Thomas, Courtney (Department: 2882)
X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices
Electronic circuit
X-ray source power supply
C378S106000, C378S119000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07110500
ABSTRACT:
A multiple energy x-ray source capable of rapidly generating and delivering x-rays in the form of successive pulses that alternate between at least two different energy levels, as well as a multiple energy x-ray inspection apparatus for inspecting moving objects that employs such a multiple energy x-ray source, are provided. The inventive x-ray source facilitates the use of differential absorption characteristics as a means for distinguishing materials contained within objects during a moving inspection.
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Thomas Courtney
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