Phase-contrast enhanced computed tomography

Details Phase-contrast enhanced computed tomography Phase-contrast enhanced computed tomography

2007-10-23

2007-10-23

Thomas, Courtney (Department: 2882)

X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices

Specific application

Computerized tomography

C378S070000, C378S084000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10494635

ABSTRACT:
A phase-contrast x-ray computed tomography scanner, a monochromatic diffraction computed tomography scanner, a rotatable monochromatic diffraction computed tomography scanner, and a combination phase-contrast and monochromatic computed tomography scanner are provided. In addition, a method of identifying an unknown sample is provided.

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