X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices – Source – Electron tube
Reexamination Certificate
2007-06-14
2010-02-23
Yun, Jurie (Department: 2882)
X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices
Source
Electron tube
C378S137000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07668296
ABSTRACT:
In one embodiment, an X ray tube assembly is provided. The X ray tube assembly comprises an evacuated envelope, an anode disposed at a first end of the evacuated envelope and a cathode assembly disposed at a second end of the evacuated envelope. The cathode assembly comprises a cathode filament and a cathode cup defining a plurality of electrically isolated deflection electrodes. Further, the cathode cup comprises at least two portions, a first portion comprising an electrically conductive material and a second portion comprising an electrically insulating material. In another embodiment, a method of manufacturing the X ray tube assembly is provided.
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Hockersmith Ron
Schaefer Thomas
Westcot Ethan
General Electric Co.
Yun Jurie
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