Abstract: A kinestatic charge detector includes a feedback control system for beam equalizing the radiation flux incident on patients of varying thickness. The control system can be an analog or digital type and controls the intensity of the radiation source or the opening of a collimator through which radiation is directed to the patient.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
October 9, 1987
Date of Patent:
May 16, 1989
Assignee:
University of North Caroline at Chapel Hill