Abstract: A method and apparatus for separating glass panels that minimizes process failures and improves separation process consistency by utilizing a separation handle which applies the minimal pressure necessary to remove the edge portion from the glass panel. The glass panel is cut along the score line, which outlines the edge portions of the glass panel to be removed. The panel is placed upon the separating apparatus, which pumps nitrogen along the underside of the glass panel, causing the glass panel to float above the apparatus. Locating pins are inserted to position the panel on the stage. Once the glass panel is in place, a vacuum sucks the panel against the stage, holding the panel tightly against the stage. The separation handle is then inserted over the edge portion to be removed. A measured force is applied to the handle, with the force incrementally increased until the slow, controllable separation of the edge is achieved. This level of force is maintained until separation is complete.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for separating glass panels that minimizes process failures and improves separation process consistency by utilizing a separation handle which applies the minimal pressure necessary to remove the edge portion from the glass panel. The glass panel is cut along the score line, which outlines the edge portions of the glass panel to be removed. The panel is placed upon the separating apparatus, which pumps nitrogen along the underside of the glass panel, causing the glass panel to float above the apparatus. Locating pins are inserted to position the panel on the stage. Once the glass panel is in place, a vacuum sucks the panel against the stage, holding the panel tightly against the stage. The separation handle is then inserted over the edge portion to be removed. A measured force is applied to the handle, with the force incrementally increased until the slow, controllable separation of the edge is achieved. This level of force is maintained until separation is complete.

Abstract: A high density of electrical interconnection together with well controlled electrical transmission characteristics, low emissivity from the cable and low susceptibility to external electromagnetic interference are obtained in a PET machine with an interconnection harness formed of a ribbon cable with an inner and outer shield. The inner shield together with alternate conductors of the ribbon cable provide a signal return and the outer shield provides an earth ground reducing the susceptibility of the conductors to external electrical noise and reducing emissions from the cable.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for separating glass panels that minimizes process failures and improves separation process consistency by utilizing a separation handle which applies the minimal pressure necessary to remove the edge portion from the glass panel. The glass panel is cut along the score line, which outlines the edge portions of the glass panel to be removed. The panel is placed upon the separating apparatus, which pumps nitrogen along the underside of the glass panel, causing the glass panel to float above the apparatus. Locating pins are inserted to position the panel on the stage. Once the glass panel is in place, a vacuum sucks the panel against the stage, holding the panel tightly against the stage. The separation handle is then inserted over the edge portion to be removed. A measured force is applied to the handle, with the force incrementally increased until the slow, controllable separation of the edge is achieved. This level of force is maintained until separation is complete.

Abstract: A high density of electrical interconnection together with well controlled electrical transmission characteristics, low emissivity from the cable and low susceptibility to external electromagnetic interference are obtained in a PET machine with an interconnection harness formed of a ribbon cable with an inner and outer shield. The inner shield together with alternate conductors of the ribbon cable provide a signal return and the outer shield provides an earth ground reducing the susceptibility of the conductors to external electrical noise and reducing emissions from the cable.

Abstract: A high density of electrical interconnection together with well controlled electrical transmission characteristics, low emissivity from the cable and low susceptibility to external electromagnetic interference are obtained in a PET machine with an interconnection harness formed of a ribbon cable with an inner and outer shield. The inner shield together with alternate conductors of the ribbon cable provide a signal return and the outer shield provides an earth ground reducing the susceptibility of the conductors to external electrical noise and reducing emissions from the cable.

Abstract: A high density of electrical interconnection together with well controlled electrical transmission characteristics, low emissivity from the cable and low susceptibility to external electromagnetic interference are obtained in a PET machine with an interconnection harness formed of a ribbon cable with an inner and outer shield. The inner shield together with alternate conductors of the ribbon cable provide a signal return and the outer shield provides an earth ground reducing the susceptibility of the conductors to external electrical noise and reducing emissions from the cable.

Abstract: A high density of electrical interconnection together with well controlled electrical transmission characteristics, low emissivity from the cable and low susceptibility to external electromagnetic interference are obtained in a PET machine with an interconnection harness formed of a ribbon cable with an inner and outer shield. The inner shield together with alternate conductors of the ribbon cable provide a signal return and the outer shield provides an earth ground reducing the susceptibility of the conductors to external electrical noise and reducing emissions from the cable.

Abstract: A radiation imaging device includes a scintillator, a cover and an imager substrate. A photodetector array comprising a plurality of photodetectors is disposed on the imager substrate. The cover is hermetically bonded to the substrate with a sealant. The cover has outer sidewalls and a top side connecting the outer sidewalls. In attaching to the substrate, the cover is disposed on the imager substrate to surround the scintillator. A curable sealant is applied along the outer surface of the cover. The sealant is then cured to hermetically bond the cover to the substrate.

Abstract: A radiation imaging device includes a scintillator, a cover and an imager substrate. A photodetector array comprising a plurality of photodetectors is s disposed on the imager substrate. The cover is hermetically bonded to the substrate with a sealant. The cover has outer sidewalls and a top side connecting the outer sidewalls. In attaching to the substrate, the cover is disposed on the imager substrate to surround the scintillator. A curable sealant is applied along the outer surface of the cover. The sealant is then cured to hermetically bond the cover to the substrate.