Abstract: A system is provided for rotating a detector of an imaging system about an axis of rotation. The system includes a shaft extending a length between a pair of opposite end portions. The shaft is threaded on an exterior surface thereof. A carriage is mounted on the shaft. The carriage is threadably connected to the shaft such that rotation of the shaft moves the carriage along the length of the shaft. A connection member has a first portion mounted on the carriage, and a second portion configured to be connected to the detector such that movement of the carriage along the shaft rotates the detector about the axis of rotation.

Abstract: A protective envelope for a radiographic sensor.

Abstract: A radiographic apparatus includes a detection section including photoelectric conversion elements that detect radiation that has been transmitted through a subject. The apparatus has a substantially rectangular detection surface; and a housing that contains the detection section. The housing has a handle in an area along a longer side of the detection surface when viewed along a direction normal to the detection surface.

Abstract: An automated X-ray imaging system and method for producing a plurality of X-ray imaging signals having selectively enhanced volumetric image resolutions, e.g., for magnifying the field of view and providing a volumetric display image having features not otherwise visible to an unaided human eye. Successive doses of X-ray radiation are applied to a portion of the subject to produce corresponding volumetric image signals. Such doses of X-ray radiation are controlled by controlling X-ray radiation characteristics, such as intensity, focal spot size, focal spot location, focal spot shape, or collimation, to cause a subsequent volumetric image signal to differ from a prior volumetric image signal in one or more volumetric image characteristics, such as volumetric image resolution.

Abstract: A housing wall is disclosed for a detector housing of a detector unit. Further, a detector housing is disclosed, which has the housing wall, for an X-ray computed-tomography scanner. In at least one embodiment, to improve the cooling of detector elements which are accommodated in the detector housing, one or more ventilation openings, provided with at least one closure device to interact with centrifugal force regulators, are provided for an air flow to pass through.

Abstract: A detector holder for a flat panel x-ray detector has a mechanical plug interface that allows flat panel x-ray detectors of respectively different types to be connected to and held by the detector holder. An x-ray system equipped with such a detector holder can be used flexibly for different applications respectively requiring different types of flat panel x-ray detectors. The type of the flat panel x-ray detector currently retained by the detector holder can be automatically detected and used by the data processor that processed output signals from the currently-employed flat panel x-ray detector.

Abstract: A radiation system includes a gantry having an opening and a first axis associated with the opening, a radiation source coupled to the gantry, a first bearing located adjacent a left side of the gantry, and a second bearing located adjacent a right side of the gantry, wherein the gantry is tiltable about the first and second bearings, the first and second bearings forming a second axis that is at a first angle relative to the first axis. A radiation system includes a gantry having an opening and a first axis associated with the opening, a radiation source coupled to the gantry, and a base to which the gantry is rotatably coupled, wherein the gantry is tiltable relative to the base about a second axis that forms an angle relative to the first axis, wherein an uppermost portion of the gantry is not coupled to a support frame of the gantry.

Abstract: A mount for an image receiver is provided. The mount includes at least two opposite edges that include a section with a curved contour. At least one of the sections of the mount is curved concavely. The concave curvature enables the use of a mount for x-ray lung radiographs or mammographs. The section may also be embodied as a concave-convex section.

Abstract: A radiation detecting cassette is disposed in a desired position between a bed and a patient in an operating room. After a detector-side connector and a bed-side connector are connected to each other by a cable, an image capturing apparatus captures and records radiation image information of the patient in a radiation detector. The recorded radiation image information is transmitted from a transceiver of the bed to a console by way of wireless communications, then processed by the console, and transmitted to a display device, which displays a radiation image based on the supplied radiation image information.

Abstract: A unit for X-ray CT imaging to be set in a panorama X-ray imaging apparatus having a cassette holder has a digital sensor cassette for CT imaging to be set in the cassette holder, includes a two-dimensional X-ray detector for acquiring X-ray projection data for CT imaging of an object, and a controller for controlling a timing of X-ray CT imaging, a radiation field of X-ray beam generated by the X-ray detector, and the rotary device. Alternatively, the unit has the digital sensor cassette for X-ray CT imaging, an image reconstructor which calculates to convert the X-ray projection data obtained with the two-dimensional X-ray detector to a distribution of X-ray absorption coefficients of the object and creates tomographic image data of sections of the object, and an image processor which sends and receives signals for X-ray CT imaging between the X-ray detector and the image reconstructor when the digital sensor cassette for CT imaging is set in the cassette holder.

Abstract: A cassette includes a main cassette body having a radiation detector for detecting radiation that has passed through a subject and converting the detected radiation into radiation image information, and a communication unit for wireless communications with a console. The communication unit is connected to the main cassette body by a cable and detachably mounted in a cradle part on said main cassette body.

Abstract: When a cassette transceiver starts to transmit radiation image information to a console transceiver, the cassette transceiver transmits a test radio wave, and the console transceiver calculates a minimum transmission radio-field intensity of said cassette transceiver which is required to receive the radiation image information from a received intensity of said test radio wave, and transmits a command radio wave representing the calculated minimum transmission radio-field intensity as a command to said cassette transceiver. The cassette transceiver is thus capable of transmitting the radiation image information at the commanded minimum transmission radio-field intensity. The consumption of electric power for transmitting the radiation image information from the cassette transceiver to the console transceiver is thus minimized.

Abstract: A radiation detecting cassette has a casing including a first flat plate for facing a patient and a second flat panel for facing a surgical table. The first flat plate and the second flat panel are spaced from each other by a predetermined distance. The casing also includes a pair of first and second tapered side members disposed on respective side edges of the first and second flat plates. The first and second tapered side members are progressively tapered toward their distal ends. The first and second tapered side members house therein respective radiation shields, which in turn house therein a battery, a cassette controller, and a transceiver.

Abstract: A cassette allows radiation image information stored therein to be used immediately after an X-ray radiation image is captured in a patient's room, and a mobile X-ray image capturing apparatus incorporates such a cassette. The mobile X-ray image capturing apparatus has a cradle serving as a mount for receiving the cassette which has a radiation detector. The mobile X-ray image capturing apparatus captures a radiation image of the patient (subject) in the patient's room. The cassette serves as a mobile station. While the cassette (mobile X-ray image capturing apparatus) is moving, the radiation image information stored in the cassette is transmitted to a server via a transmitting and receiving terminal, a mobile hospital communication network, and a hospital LAN.

Abstract: A radiation imaging apparatus including a tabletop onto which a patient lays down, a radiation imaging unit positioned below the tabletop and configured to detect radiation that transmits through the patient, a widthwise moving member supporting the tabletop and configured to move the tabletop in a widthwise direction, a moving mechanism unit including a lengthwise moving mechanism configured to move the tabletop in a lengthwise direction, the moving mechanism unit supporting the widthwise moving member and supporting the radiation imaging unit so as to be movable in the lengthwise direction, and a base unit supporting the moving mechanism unit.

Abstract: A single flat panel detector provides radiation images which can correspond with various radiographic modes. In a radiation imaging apparatus including a flat panel detector which derives a radiation image according to incident radiation, a holding unit which holds the flat panel detector and a connecting mechanism capable of performing an connecting and a disconnecting between the holding unit and the flat panel detector, the flat panel detector can be controlled so that the maximum number of images of radiation images that the flat panel detector can derive when the flat panel detector is disengaged from the holding unit is smaller than the maximum number of images of radiation images that the flat panel detector can derive when the flat panel detector is held by the holding unit.

Abstract: An x-ray detector is provided for use in imaging systems. The x-ray detector includes a detector subsystem configured to output electrical signals in response to reception of x-rays. The detector subsystem includes an imaging panel, a support layer and a low density core disposed between the imaging panel and the support layer.

Abstract: The invention relates to a radiography system for computed radiography, comprising an X-ray apparatus (1) with an X-ray source (7), a plurality of image cassettes (9) for producing digital images, a cassette reading means (13) for reading radiographic images (19) stored in the image cassettes (9) after X-ray exposure, and a data processing means (14) connected to the cassette reading means (13), the data processing means (14) being arranged to process the radiographic images (19) read from the image cassettes (9).

Abstract: Stand for holding a radiation detector for a radiation therapy device, as well as a radiation therapy device having a stand for holding a radiation detector. In order to integrate a radiation detector in a space-saving manner in a radiation therapy device, at least one stand is provided in order to hold the radiation detector, in particular in such a manner that it can be moved in a linear-movement direction and can be pivoted about a pivoting axis; the radiation therapy device has a gantry, a first radiation source and the stand, by means of which the radiation detector can on the one hand be moved to at least one examination position within the radiation area of the first radiation source, and on the other hand can be moved to a parked position, outside the radiation area, in the opposite direction to a first radiation direction from the first radiation source, with respect to the examination position.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for an X-ray dosimeter support, comprises of a material-poor support-layer, held by a frame elevated by at least one foot, comprising optimization for low back-scatter, high measurement-repeatability and ease of assembly and disassembly.

Abstract: A system and method for X-ray diagnosis of an examination object is provided. The system includes a component that is movable relative to a stretcher for the examination object and at least one predeterminable set stop position for the component. A position ascertaining device is operative to ascertain a position of the component. A braking device is operative to brake the movable component. A control unit is connected to the position-ascertaining device and to the braking device. The braking device is activatable as a function of the position of the component relative to the stop position.

Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are provided through which a bin that is operable to store digital X-ray detectors includes one or more shock absorbers on the inside of the digital X-ray detector storage bin.

Abstract: The present invention aims to provide an X-ray detecting apparatus having excellent stability of the support of an X-ray detector, and an X-ray imaging apparatus provided with this X-ray detecting apparatus. The X-ray imaging apparatus has an X-ray irradiating device and an X-ray detecting apparatus opposing to the X-ray irradiating device, wherein the X-ray detecting apparatus has a vertical first column; a second column that is telescopically engaged with the first column; a first raising/lowering mechanism that moves up/down the second column along the first column; a carriage attached to the second column; a second raising/lowering mechanism that moves up/down the carriage along the column; and an X-ray detector held by an arm extending horizontally from the carriage.

Abstract: An improved portable patient support and radiographic cassette holder includes first and second modules which include connectors for coupling the modules together without the need for tools to provide a base cassette receiver. The two modules are preferably identical in configuration, each including a base wall and a pair of sidewalls. The modules also preferably include a pair of arms which form partial end walls presenting a passage therebetween. The arms and the sidewalls include respective ledges and shelves, such that a support panel for a patient can be positioned thereon. An X-ray film cassette may be inserted through either end of base cassette receiver, and one or both of a headrest and a footrest may be mounted thereon. Patient restraints may be inserted through vertical slots in the sidewall.

Abstract: A portable radiographic imaging apparatus is provided which includes a system for facilitating proper alignment of a capturing section of the apparatus with a ray source while a subject is positioned therebetween. The apparatus includes a sensor having an effective capturing area which includes devices for converting rays into electrical signals; a casing enclosing the sensor; and portions formed on the casing for indicating a target capturing area aligned with and having a shape similar to the effective capturing area. A boundary of the effective capturing area is perceivable by touching the portions, thereby allowing an operator to recognize offset between the subject and the capturing section during alignment/positioning of the capturing section with respect to the subject and the ray source.

Abstract: A support and radiation therapy system is provided. The support includes an elongated support arm that is longitudinally adjustable. A first arm is rotatable in the support arm about a first axis that is perpendicular to the support arm. A flat detector is rotatable in the first arm about a second axis that is parallel to the first axis. The detector is essentially parallel to the support arm. A motor is operative to drive the rotation of the first arm. A first gear is operative to rotate the first arm and is connected to the motor. A second gear is operative to rotate the detector and is connected to the motor. The second gear is operative to rotate contrary to the first gear.

Abstract: A mobile flat X-ray detector is for an X-ray diagnostic device. The detector includes an X-ray detector, a detector housing and a carry grip attached on a longitudinal side of the detector housing. The detector housing is provided on at least one further side with a receptacle for a carry grip and/or handle.

Abstract: Apparatus includes a digital x-ray detector panel, a panel support, and a resilient sheet positioned between the panel and the support, the sheet having an area smaller than an area of the panel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a stand (5) which is especially adapted to support for a digital X-ray detector (4) for an X-ray system (1), and to an X-ray system (1) comprising such a stand (5). The stand (5) comprises a stirrup bolt (6) which is rotatably mounted on a base frame (6) and which comprises a first limb (19) for supporting an X-ray emitter (2) and a second limb (20) for supporting an X-ray detector (4), which is provided on its free end with a detector support (21). The detector support (21) comprises a receiving element (23) which is adapted to captivate the X-ray detector (4) in a predetermined position and which can be swiveled in relation to the stirrup bolt (16) about a swivel axis (24) being parallel or tangential to the horizontal axis (18) and about a rotational axis (25) being perpendicular to the swivel axis (24) and a principal plane (E) of the receiving element (23).

Abstract: To adapt with low outlay to different patient sizes, an X-ray mammography machine is disclosed, including a digital, substantially rectangular flat solid state detector delimited by two parallel longitudinal edges and two parallel, shorter transverse edges. The flat solid state detector can be adjusted in such a way that a longitudinal edge can be positioned parallel to a chest wall of a female patient in a first position, and a transverse edge can be positioned parallel to the chest wall of the female patient in a second position.

Abstract: With a view to improving the supporting stability for an X-ray detector, there is provided an X-ray imaging apparatus having an X-ray irradiating apparatus and an X-ray detecting apparatus opposed thereto, the X-ray detecting apparatus comprising an X-ray detector, a support mechanism which supports the X-ray detector through a hinge from a side opposite to an X-ray incidence plane, a shaft connected at one end portion thereof through a hinge to the X-ray detector on the side opposite to the X-ray incidence plane, and a linear actuator adapted to drive an opposite end portion of the shaft in a horizontal direction.

Abstract: A detector unit of a computer tomograph includes a base surface that faces a support ring of a gantry of the computer tomograph in a mounting position, and a detector surface that is angled away from the base surface in an approximately perpendicular fashion, faces an isocentric axis of the gantry in the mounting position, and along which there are fitted a number of detector elements for detecting x-radiation. The base surface has an air inlet fitted in such a way that a cooling airflow applied from outside to the base surface is guided onto the inner side of the detector surface. In the mounting position, the air inlet corresponds with an air channel guided in the support ring or between the rotary carriage and the support ring.

Abstract: A radiographic imaging apparatus which has an imaging system having a radiation source to irradiate a subject with radiation and a radiation detector to detect the radiation irradiated from the radiation source, and a radiographic imaging table to arrange the subject within the imaging system includes an arm holder which supports upward arms of the subject arranged on the radiographic imaging table, and a holder supporting member which supports the arm holder.

Abstract: An x-ray device for recording projection images of a patient features a C-arm on the ends of which an x-ray source and an x-ray detector are accommodated. The x-ray detector is accommodated on the C-arm so that translation movements can be executed with the x-ray detector in relation to the C-arm. This allows the angulation area or the area of the x-ray device with which an image can be recorded to be increased.

Abstract: A mammogram recording and read-out apparatus comprises a radiation image detector having a rectangular shape, a detector support section, and a breast support section. A support state of the detector support section is capable of being changed over between a first support state, in which the radiation image detector is supported in an orientation such that a short side of the radiation image detector stands facing the chest wall of an object, and a second support state, in which the radiation image detector is supported in an orientation such that a long side of the radiation image detector stands facing the chest wall of the object.

Abstract: An electronic cassette type of radiation detection apparatus having a sensor array including a plurality of sensors for detecting incident radiation has a connecting portion to which detachable additional function modules are connected. A selection unit is provided for changing a radiographing mode from a still image radiographing mode and a moving image radiographing mode into a selectable state in response to a connection of at least one of the additional function modules changes.

Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are provided through which a bin that is operable to store digital X-ray detectors includes one or more shock absorbers on the inside of the digital X-ray detector storage bin.

Abstract: A multifunctional hard x-ray nanoprobe instrument for characterization of nanoscale materials and devices includes a scanning probe mode with a full field transmission mode. The scanning probe mode provides fluorescence spectroscopy and diffraction contrast imaging. The full field transmission mode allows two-dimensional (2-D) imaging and tomography. The nanoprobe instrument includes zone plate optics for focusing and imaging. The nanoprobe instrument includes a stage group for positioning the zone plate optics. The nanoprobe instrument includes a specimen stage group for positioning the specimen. An enhanced laser Doppler displacement meter (LDDM) system provides two-dimensional differential displacement measurement in a range of nanometer resolution between the zone-plate optics and the sample holder. A digital signal processor (DSP) implements a real-time closed-loop feedback technique for providing differential vibration control between the zone-plate optics and the sample holder.

Abstract: Apparatus includes a digital x-ray detector panel, a panel support, and a resilient sheet positioned between the panel and the support, the sheet having an area smaller than an area of the panel.

Abstract: An X-ray detector support apparatus is adapted to move an X-ray detector in any of six directions along three orthogonal axes, and keep a detection plane of the X-ray detector in either one of vertical and horizontal positions. The detector support apparatus includes a plurality of indicator devices adapted to indicate the movement directions of the detector and associated with corresponding push buttons for designating movement directions. The detector support apparatus is designed to automatically change a relationship between the movement directions and respective indication of the indicator devices, depending on whether the detection plane is kept in the vertical position or in the horizontal position, and controllably move the detector according to the changed relationship. The X-ray detector support apparatus allows an operator to intuitively designate the movement directions of the detector.

Abstract: The invention related to a radiation protection arrangement for screening radiation emitted from a radiation source, especially an x-ray source. Said arrangement is provided with a screening element consisting of, or comprising, a radiation protection material, and a cover, which fully surrounds the screening element. Said cover can be pulled over the screening element and completely separated from the same. As the cover can be changed, the radiation protection arrangement can be kept clean and sterile in a simple manner.

Abstract: The present invention aims to provide an X-ray detecting apparatus having excellent stability of the support of an X-ray detector, and an X-ray imaging apparatus provided with this X-ray detecting apparatus. The X-ray imaging apparatus has an X-ray irradiating device and an X-ray detecting apparatus opposing to the X-ray irradiating device, wherein the X-ray detecting apparatus has a vertical first column; a second column that is telescopically engaged with the first column; a first raising/lowering mechanism that moves up/down the second column along the first column; a carriage attached to the second column; a second raising/lowering mechanism that moves up/down the carriage along the column; and an X-ray detector held by an arm extending horizontally from the carriage.

Abstract: With a view to improving the supporting stability for an X-ray detector, there is provided an X-ray imaging apparatus having an X-ray irradiating apparatus and an X-ray detecting apparatus opposed thereto, the X-ray detecting apparatus comprising an X-ray detector, a support mechanism which supports the X-ray detector through a hinge from a side opposite to an X-ray incidence plane, a shaft connected at one end portion thereof through a hinge to the X-ray detector on the side opposite to the X-ray incidence plane, and a linear actuator adapted to drive an opposite end portion of the shaft in a horizontal direction.

Abstract: An image sensor (10) for dental intraoral radiography comprises a housing (12), an image receptor (40) and a cable connection dome (32) arranged on a back side (14) of the housing (12). The back side (14) of the housing (12) has a depression (36) at least in the region between the cable connection dome (32) and an anterior side (16) of the housing (12), wherein the depression (36) falls short of reaching the anterior side (16) of the housing (12) such that an elevated region (38) is formed between the depression (36) and at least the anterior side (16) of the housing (12). A positioning device (50) is adapted for positioning an image sensor (10) according to the present invention in the mouth of a patient. The present invention provides an intraoral sensor that enables good patient cooperation, thus making it possible to take high quality dental x-ray images.

Abstract: A collision detecting device includes a damper which is a hollow member with a fluid sealed into the interior thereof, and is formed, on its side abutted against an object to which it is to be mounted, in a concave shape conforming to the shape of a corner of the object, and is formed, on its side opposite to the concave shape, in a convex shape conforming to the shape of the corner of the object; and a detecting section for detecting an internal pressure of the damper.

Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are provided through which the presence of a portable detector in a parking mechanism of mobile digital radiography system is used to change the operating mode of the portable detector and a mobile X-Ray system. An existing mobile digital X-Ray imaging system may be retrofitted with parking sensor mechanism for determining the proximity of the portable detector to the mobile digital radiography system. Also provided is a method for controlling a mobile digital imaging system having a mobile X-Ray base and having a parking mechanism for holding a detachable detector. Upon detecting the presence of the detachable detector in the parking mechanism a control signal is generated to alter the speed of the mobile unit and the power consumption status of the detachable detector.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, an x-ray diffraction apparatus and method are provided in which an x-ray or goniometer head can be adjusted in different directions to allow the head to direct x-rays at a part from various positions. In this manner, measurements can be taken from a wider region of the part without requiring that the part itself be moved or that an operator move the unit, which can be relatively heavy. In one aspect, the head can be rotated about its internal axis so that it can more readily direct x-rays along curved surfaces of parts while keeping a substantially constant distance therefrom. It is preferred that the apparatus be a portable unit including adjustment mounts to allow the x-ray head to be moved in the different directions so that it can be transported for use in the field at the site at which a part is located. In this instance, the unit allows for measurements to be taken from the part while it remains in service.

Abstract: An intraoral sensor for a dental X-ray apparatus includes a detection element for detecting the X-ray radiation. The element is disposed in an interior of a housing. To improve the possibilities for cleaning and sterilizing, the housing or parts thereof are of an abrasion resistant material, in particular, of porcelain, ceramic, an enamelling, metal, or of a combination of these materials. To avoid damage to the detection element through external impacts or jarring, the element is mounted within the housing through one or more damping elements.

Abstract: A surgical imaging system includes spaced-apart first and second x-ray sources mounted above a patient support surface. An x-ray detector mounted below the patient support surface generates first x-ray images based upon x-rays from the first x-ray source and second x-ray images based upon x-rays from the second x-ray source. These first and second x-ray images are used to generate a stereofluoroscopic image via a stereo display for a surgeon performing image-guided surgery. The stereofluoroscopic imaging system may be used in conjunction with robotic surgery. A surgical robot operatively controls a surgical tool in an area between the first x-ray source and the x-ray detector, and between the second x-ray source and the x-ray detector. The system may optionally include a first video camera mounted proximate the first x-ray source and a second video camera mounted proximate the second x-ray source.

Abstract: Method of positioning a mobile X-ray detector unit of an X-ray system, X-ray system and mobile X-ray detector unit. method is described for positioning a mobile X-ray detector unit (25, 26) of an X-ray system (1). The X-ray system (1) deployed has X-ray radiation units (5, 6, 7) and at least one mobile X-ray detector unit (25, 26). The X-ray radiation units (5, 6, 7) thereby each have an active and a passive operating status. The X-ray radiation units (5, 6, 7) are each assigned a detector holder (8, 9, 10, 11, 12) to hold a mobile X-ray detector unit (25, 26). To generate X-ray recordings, X-ray radiation emitted by an active X-ray radiation unit (5, 6, 7) is detected by means of a mobile X-ray detector unit (25, 26), which is located in a detector holder (8, 9, 10, 11, 12) of said X-ray radiation unit (5, 6, 7).