X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices – Specific application – Absorption
Reexamination Certificate
2006-05-23
2006-05-23
Bruce, David V. (Department: 2882)
X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices
Specific application
Absorption
C378S068000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07050536
ABSTRACT:
An x-ray technique-based nonintrusive inspection apparatus is provided which is capable of inspecting 600 containers an hour which is small, and which is easily maintainable. Features of the apparatus include “radiation locking” with “active curtains”, “continuous scanning” utilizing an x-ray line scanner subsystem and a CT scanner subsystem, good structural integrity, radiation containment in a self-shielding manner, an easily maintainable driving arrangement, shielding curtains that can be raised and lowered quickly, a container jam release mechanism, and efficient air conditioning.
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Baylis William H.
Fenkart Gerhard
Kresse David E.
Mesqui François A.
Blakely & Sokoloff, Taylor & Zafman
Bruce David V.
De Klerk Stephen M.
InVision Technologies, Inc.
Song Hoon
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