Radiant energy – Radiation controlling means
Reexamination Certificate
2007-06-01
2010-06-15
Berman, Jack I (Department: 2881)
Radiant energy
Radiation controlling means
C250S515100, C250S517100, C250S379000, C250S374000, C250S385100, C378S161000, C378S140000, C378S145000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07737424
ABSTRACT:
A high strength window for a radiation detection system includes a plurality of intersecting ribs defining a grid having openings therein with tops of the ribs terminate substantially in a common plane. The intersecting ribs are oriented non-perpendicularly with respect to each other and define non-rectangular openings. The window also includes a support frame around a perimeter of the plurality of intersecting ribs, and a film disposed over and spanning the plurality of intersecting ribs and openings. The film is configured to pass radiation therethrough. An associated radiation detection system includes a sensor disposed behind the window. The sensor is configured to detect radiation passing through the high strength window.
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Thorpe North & Western LLP
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