Structural and patient positioning features of an x-ray system

Details Structural and patient positioning features of an x-ray system Structural and patient positioning features of an x-ray system

2005-04-11

2008-12-23

Kiknadze, Irakli (Department: 2882)

X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices

Specific application

Dental panoramic

C378S195000, C378S198000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07469032

ABSTRACT:
Numerous structural/patient positioning features are provided for use with a dental x-ray machine. At least the following features are included: an inverted motor arrangement to actuate an outer support column with respect to an inner support column; wiper elements disposed between the inner and outer support columns to provide enhanced electrical grounding therebetween; adjustable roller subassemblies disposed between the inner and outer columns; a flexible electrical cable disposed inside the inner column; a self-aligning base for use with the inner column, the base having symmetric halves; an adaptable handgrip handrail extending from the outer column at compound oblique angles; a drive system for film transport; and a side projection system for patient head positioning, including multiple horizontal light beams.

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