Abstract: An analysis device includes an X-ray generation part configured to generate four monochromatic X-rays with different energies to irradiate a sample, an electrically conductive sample stage configured to place the sample thereon and formed of an electrically conductive material, an electrode configured to detect an electric current carried by irradiating the sample with the four monochromatic X-rays with different energies, and an electric power source configured to apply a voltage between the electrically conductive sample stage and the electrode, wherein the four monochromatic X-rays with different energies are X-rays included within a range from an absorption edge of a compound semiconductor included in the sample to a higher energy side of 300 eV.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for x-ray inspection of a pipeline girth weld. This comprises a directional x-ray source 5 which is insertable into a pipeline section and is rotatable within the pipeline. Means are provided to align the directional x-ray source with an external x-ray detector such that both may be rotated through 360 degrees substantially coaxially with the pipeline section. Means for sampling the data detected by the x-ray detector are provided so that it may be further analyzed.

Abstract: The invention is directed to an apparatus for continuous and non-destructive monitoring of the connection of a conveyor belt. During movement of the conveyor belt, a radiation source emits rays in the direction of the belt surface. The rays are of such high energy that they penetrate the conveyor belt and the connection thereof within a material-free region. A sensor detects the rays which have passed through. A process computer evaluates the result of the radiographic examination by comparing the actual connection values to set connection values and connection limit values. The radiation source and the sensor are accommodated in a housing. The housing has two openings between the radiation source and the sensor through which the moving conveyor belt passes without contact. The housing is integrated into the lower run of a conveyor system.

Abstract: An X-ray analyzer includes a transmission X-ray inspecting portion having a first X-ray source and a transmission X-ray detector for detecting a transmission X-ray that passed through a sample from the first X-ray source, and a fluorescent X-ray inspecting portion having a second X-ray source and a fluorescent X-ray detector for detecting a fluorescent X-ray output from the sample when the sample is irradiated with an X-ray from the second X-ray source. A movement mechanism moves a sample stage that supports the sample. A foreign matter position calculating unit calculates a position of foreign matter in the sample, and a movement mechanism control unit controls the movement mechanism so that the position of the foreign matter calculated by the foreign matter position calculating unit coincides with an optical axis of the second X-ray source.

Abstract: The X-ray inspection device includes: an X-ray source with a focal spot size greater than the diameter of a defect for irradiating a sample with X-rays; an X-ray TDI detector arranged near the sample and having long pixels in a direction parallel to the scanning direction of the sample for detecting the X-rays emitted by the X-ray source and passing through the sample as an X-ray transmission image; and a defect-detecting unit for detecting defects based on the X-ray transmission image detected by the X-ray TDI detector.

Abstract: A template for radiography and methods of using and making a template are described. The template can include a contoured sheet having first portions and second portions. The first portions are radiodense and the second portions are radiolucent to provide markings on a radiograph. At least one surface of the contoured sheet can correspond to at least one surface of a target part to provide alignment of the contoured sheet to the target part.

Abstract: With filmless radiographic inspection of components by means of digital X-ray technology, an uneven surface geometry of the component is smoothened by defining a digital virtual smoothening layer for better, preferably automated, recognition of defects, where the digital radiation signals generated by an X-ray detector are overlaid with digitized surface measurement signals, so that a change in absorption and intensity of radiation due to the surface topography of the component, i.e. due to an uneven surface, is compensated for and only a density caused by internal material defects is represented in the X-ray image.

Abstract: An inspection method of a rolling element includes the steps of: projecting an X-ray from a light source to a rolling element, detecting the X-ray passing through the rolling element by a detector, calculating data of the detected X-ray to form an image, and detecting a defect in the rolling element based on the image. At the step of projecting an X-ray, the light source rotates relatively around the rolling element while the X-ray is projected to an entire region of the rolling element facing the light source. At the step of forming an image, data of the X-ray for one circuit around the rolling element is calculated to generate the image.

Abstract: An inspection method for a welded joint formed between a pair of base metals 10, 20 with a groove part 12, 22 and an abutment face 14, 24 being formed on a joint surface Wc between the pair of base metals 10, 20, includes steps of: forming a recessed groove 32 opening to a surface of the base metal 10, 20 in advance at one end of the abutment face; irradiating the joint surface Wc from an X-ray generator 34 placed on a groove part formation side (an exterior space O side) toward the joint surface Wc after at least one pass P1 of build-up welding is performed on the groove parts 12, 22; and determining presence or absence of incomplete penetration in the welded joint part W based on an image formed on a photosensitive film 42 by radiation penetrating the joint surface Wc.

Abstract: In one aspect the invention provides a system for non-destructive testing of overhead electrical power-line equipment. The system comprises a digital x-ray system and a support unit adapted to be suspended from said overhead electrical power-line equipment. The digital x-ray system comprises an x-ray source, an x-ray digital imager, an imager control unit and a wireless communication unit. The digital x-ray system is mounted on the support unit. Apparatus aspects for the support unit and method aspects are also provided.

Abstract: A method of determining integrity of a can seam including disposing the can seam between an X-ray source and an X-ray detector, exposing an overlap region of the can seam to radiation from the source, and determining an indication of integrity of the overlap region from a measure of variation in radiation intensity readings taken by the detector over a series of circumferential intervals of the can seam.

Abstract: The invention provides an automatic system and method using x-ray inspection to image arrays of electrical interconnections on electronic devices. The electron beam of a rotating anode X-ray tube is deflected relative to the anode to cause emission of x-rays from different regions of the anode at different times. The x-ray tube is located at an inspection station for the electronic devices and disposed to irradiate a first part of the array of interconnections with x-rays emitted from a first region of the anode and to irradiate a further part of the array of interconnections with x-rays emitted from another region of the anode. X-rays emerging from the array of interconnections are detected and used to image part at least of the array in order to automatically register interconnection integrity failures and/or detect a performance trend in the formation of the connections.

Abstract: Methods and systems for inspecting a component within an assembled turbomachine are disclosed. At least one miniature robotic device having a non-destructive testing structure attached thereto is configured to travel around a surface of the component. The non-destructive testing structure gathers data related to the surface, and sends the data to a computing device connected to the at least one miniature robotic device. In one embodiment, the non-destructive testing structure comprises an image capture device and an infrared (IR) heat source.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device and a method for detecting a pin hole in a part of a fuel cell stack part to accurately detect the presence of pin holes of stack parts thereby ensuring quality of a fuel cell stack. That is, the present invention provides a system for detecting a pin hole in parts of a fuel cell stack that allows for quality assurance of the fuel cell stack and prevents defective parts from being used, by examining each fuel stack part, which largely influence the quality of the fuel cell stack, using an X-ray device and a vision system, in order to determine the presence of a pin hole in the parts, and a method thereof.

Abstract: A method for identifying a piece of wood amongst a plurality or for determining its rotation includes the operating steps of: acquiring at least one piece of real X-ray information about the piece of wood; calculating, based on a tomographic reconstruction, a piece of virtual X-ray information in the same way as in the acquisition of the real X-ray information; comparing the real and virtual X-ray information to verify whether they match; and repeating the calculation and comparison steps up to obtaining the matching, and/or, for identification method only, selecting a different tomographic reconstruction and reiterating the calculation and comparison steps and, if necessary, the repetition and/or selection steps.

Abstract: An image processing apparatus includes an image acquisition unit configured to acquire an image captured according to a predetermined image capturing method, an anomalous pixel acquisition unit configured to acquire an anomalous pixel occurring according to an image capturing method different from the predetermined image capturing method, and a display control unit configured to cause the acquired anomalous pixel to be displayed together with the captured image.

Abstract: A system and a method for controlling the quality of an industrial process, of the type that comprises the steps of: providing one or more reference signals for the industrial process; acquiring one or more real signals that are indicative of the quality of said industrial process; and comparing said one or more reference signals with said one or more real signals in order to identify defects in said industrial process.

Abstract: A system for determining ionization susceptibility including a sample, an x-ray generator configured to generate a pulsed x-ray beam, and focusing optics disposed between the sample and the x-ray generator, the focusing optics being configured to focus the pulsed x-ray beam into a spot on the sample.

Abstract: A radiation inspection apparatus includes a conveying unit configured to convey a sheet-like sample, a radiation source configured to emit radiation to the sheet-like sample, a line sensor configured to measure a physical property of the sheet-like sample, the liner sensor disposed to be opposed to the radiation source across the sheet-like sample, and a gas ejecting unit configured to eject gas to the sheet-like sample to reduce vertical conveyance swinging produced by a tension of the sheet-like sample, the gas ejecting unit placed in close proximity to at least one side face of the line sensor.

Abstract: A detection method detects cracks with small thickness and solder voids with small volume in a solder ball. The method immerses a washed solder ball into a high absorption material solution for a first predetermined time period. The immersed solder ball is then dried in a vacuum chamber at a fixed temperature for a second predetermined time period. Materials of the high absorption material solution of the solder ball are removed by a low absorption material solution. An X-ray machine then detects the cracks and the solder voids in the solder ball.

Abstract: An apparatus non-destructively inspects a conveyor belt in a production facility. The conveyor belt defines a belt surface and has cover plates made of a rubber mixture. The production facility includes a vulcanizing press for vulcanizing the conveyor belt during production thereof. The apparatus includes a housing forward or rearward of the press. The housing has openings through which the conveyor belt passes. A radiation source mounted in the housing transmits rays toward the belt surface and the radiation source is configured to transmit the rays with energy sufficient to cause the rays to pass through the conveyor belt. A sensor mounted in the housing detects the rays passed through the conveyor belt to facilitate a radiographic check by providing actual values of the conveyor belt. A processor evaluates the radiographic check by comparing the actual values of the conveyor belt to set values of the conveyor belt.

Abstract: The invention is directed to an apparatus for continuous and non-destructive monitoring of the connection of a conveyor belt. During movement of the conveyor belt, a radiation source emits rays in the direction of the belt surface. The rays are of such high energy that they penetrate the conveyor belt and the connection thereof within a material-free region. A sensor detects the rays which have passed through. A process computer evaluates the result of the radiographic examination by comparing the actual connection values to set connection values and connection limit values. The radiation source and the sensor are accommodated in a housing. The housing has two openings between the radiation source and the sensor through which the moving conveyor belt passes without contact. The housing is integrated into the lower run of a conveyor system.

Abstract: In order to prevent misdetection and erroneous detection by clearly determining only a contrast caused by a foreign matter, there are provided an X-ray inspection method and an X-ray inspection device including: an X-ray tube (11) for irradiating a measurement sample with a characteristic X-ray having energy lower than an X-ray absorption edge of one element contained in the measurement sample and having energy higher than an X-ray absorption edge of a detection element; an X-ray detector (13) for receiving a transmission X-ray obtained when the X-ray passes through the sample; and an operation portion (15) for obtaining a contrast image from a transmission image of the transmission X-ray.

Abstract: A first x-ray image of the circuit board that is equipped with components only on a first side with a first x-ray device (2) that produces transmission images and a second x-ray image of a circuit board that is equipped with components on both sides with a second x-ray device (4) that produces transmission images are recorded in an x-ray testing method for checking circuit boards that are equipped with components on two sides, in particular for checking soldered joints. A test x-ray image is then evaluated in a computer unit in which the second side that is equipped with components is displayed in enhanced form by forming a function from the pixel values of the first x-ray image and the corresponding pixel values of the second x-ray image.

Abstract: A system for the non-destructive inspection of a conveyor belt which includes a cover on the carrying side, a cover on the backing side, each cover being made of elastomeric material, and embedded tension members. While the conveyor belt is moving, a radiation source emits rays to the belt surface which are of such high energy that the rays pass through the belt within a region free of material disposed on the belt. A sensor detects the rays passing through the belt. A processor is operatively connected to the sensor and evaluates the result of the radiographic check. The radiation source and the sensor are accommodated in a housing, wherein, between the radiation source and the sensor, there are two housing openings through which the moving belt runs without contact.

Abstract: The different advantageous embodiments provide an apparatus and a method for inspecting a surface of a work piece. In one advantageous embodiment, an apparatus comprising a number of tracks, a support structure, connection system, and controller is disclosed. The number of tracks are configured for placement along a path. The support structure is configured to move on the number of tracks. The X-ray system is moveably connected to the support structure. The X-ray system is configured to send a plurality of X-rays toward a work piece and is configured to move along an axis through the support structure. The connection system is configured to removably connect the number of tracks to the work piece using a vacuum applied to a surface of the work piece. The controller is configured to activate and deactivate the X-ray system based on an amount of vacuum applied to the surface of the work piece.

Abstract: An X-ray inspecting apparatus capable of high-speed inspection of a prescribed inspection area of an object of inspection is provided. The X-ray inspecting apparatus includes: a scanning X-ray source for outputting X-ray; an X-ray detector driving unit on which a plurality of X-ray detectors are mounted, and capable of driving the plurality of X-ray detectors independently; and an image acquisition control mechanism controlling acquisition of image data by X-ray detector driving unit and X-ray detectors. A scanning X-ray source emits X-ray while moving the X-ray focal point of the X-ray source to each of X-ray emission originating positions set for each X-ray detector such that the X-ray passes through a prescribed inspection area of an object of inspection and enters each X-ray detector. Image pick-up by some of the X-ray detectors and movement of other X-ray detectors to an image pick-up position are executed in parallel and alternately.

Abstract: A system for cutting blocks of food product into bars of substantially equal weight. The system includes a cutter conveyor configured to receive incoming blocks of food product and move the blocks along an in-line processing path in a plane for cutting; a programmable logic controller coupled to the cutter conveyor; and, multiple stations associated with the cutter conveyor. One such station is a camera vision system configured to create an image of the slab portion, and further including a camera controller coupled to the vision system and the PLC, and configured to determine an optimized cut solution of the slab portion from the image and data related to the food product, and is configured to provide the cut solution to the PLC. The PLC is configured to control the cutting of the food product, based on the optimized cut solution, into bars of substantially equal weight.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for inspecting the electrodes of a battery, which inspects the arrangement state of anodes and cathodes in the battery in a non-destructive manner (using X-rays). The apparatus radiates X-ray beams onto a battery in which a plurality of plate-shaped anodes and a plurality of plate-shaped cathodes are alternately stacked and inspects an arrangement state of the anodes and the cathodes. The apparatus includes a first X-ray source part for radiating a first X-ray beam onto the battery. A first detector detects the first X-ray beam having transmitted through the battery. A control unit receives an image of the battery output from the first detector, calculates a step difference between each anode and each cathode, and then inspects an arrangement state of the anode and the cathode.

Abstract: A reel-like format for transporting devices under test (DUT) into low power x-ray inspection system allows for high speed transportation and inspection that is several orders of magnitude faster than conventional systems. The system can be configured with a conveyor belt for handling of non-reel suitable DUTs. A stabilizing control mechanism precisely and accurately brings the tape (with components) into the x-raying window, that allows spatial displacement of a portion of the to-be-viewed tape.

Abstract: A method and system for automated testing and/or measurement of a plurality of substantially identical components by means of X-ray radiation comprises a testing/measuring device with an X-ray device, a protection cabin surrounding the testing/measuring device, a conveying device for continuously conveying components to or away from the testing/measuring device, and a control/evaluation unit, which is set up for automated control of the system and for evaluation of the X-ray signals. The testing/measuring device comprises a support and a rotor mounted on the support so as to be continuously rotatable, the X-ray device being arranged on the rotor and the conveying device being set up for serial conveying of the components through the rotor and the control/evaluation unit for computer tomographic evaluation of the X-ray signals.

Abstract: A method for detecting an anomaly in a biological material is disclosed, including the steps of: irradiating the biological material with electromagnetic radiation of at least two different energy levels; measuring the amount of radiation transmitted through the biological material; and determining, for each energy level, a transmission value. Before or after irradiation of the biological material, a reference material of a predetermined thickness is irradiated and the amount of radiation transmitted is determined. For each energy level, a transmission calibration reference value is determined and a calibrated transmission value is determined for the biological material and the calibration reference. A material value based on a relationship between the calibrated transmission value and the presence of an anomaly in the biological material is determined by comparing the determined and expected material values for the biological material. A corresponding apparatus is also disclosed.

Abstract: In a testing device (10) for determining the quality of leather (9) in the production of leather, wherein the testing device (10) is formed for examining a quality category of the leather (9) and for delivering a quality value characterizing the leather (9) in regard to its quality category, the testing device (10) comprises screening means (16) for examining the homogeneity of the leather (9) auf, which may screen at least portions (22, 23, 24, 27, 29) of the leather (9) and which are formed for delivering screening data (D) to analysis means (19), and wherein there are formed analysis means (19) for comparing the screening data (D) with feature data typical for hide injuries or inhomogeneities, respectively, of the leather (9) and for classifying determined hide injuries of examined portions (22, 23, 24, 27, 29) of the leather (9) and wherein there are formed display means (20) for display the categorized hide injuries or quality value, respectively, of the leather (9), preferably per portion (22, 23, 24, 2

Abstract: An apparatus for identifying the position of defects (100) in bodies (2), comprises feed means (3) for moving the body (3) along a feed direction (A), an emitter (5) designed to direct towards the body (2) a plurality of beams (6?, 6?, 6??) of electromagnetic radiation lying in lying planes (P1, P2, P3) set at different angles to each other, and transversal to the feed direction (A), and a plurality of sensors (8?, 8?, 8??) each facing the emitter (5) for receiving a respective beam (6?, 6?, 6??) after the beam (6?, 6?, 6??) has passed through the body (2). The lying planes (P1, P2, P3) are positioned one after another along the feed direction (A), allowing each portion of the body (2) to be struck by successive beams (6?, 6?, 6??) as the body (2) is fed forward. A corresponding method is also claimed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an x-ray detector configured to generate one-dimensional x-ray density profiles. In exemplary embodiments the x-ray detector is used for the purpose of detecting inclusions in agricultural commodities.

Abstract: A system for cutting blocks of food product into bars of substantially equal weight. The system includes a cutter conveyor configured to receive incoming blocks of food product and move the blocks along an in-line processing path in a plane for cutting; a programmable logic controller coupled to the cutter conveyor; and, multiple stations associated with the cutter conveyor. One such station is a camera vision system configured to create an image of the slab portion, and further including a camera controller coupled to the vision system and the PLC, and configured to determine an optimized cut solution of the slab portion from the image and data related to the food product, and is configured to provide the cut solution to the PLC. The PLC is configured to control the cutting of the food product, based on the optimized cut solution, into bars of substantially equal weight.

Abstract: A method for identifying defects in radiographic image data corresponding to a scanned object is provided. The method includes acquiring radiographic image data corresponding to a scanned object. In one embodiment, the radiographic image data includes an inspection test image and a reference image corresponding to the scanned object. The method includes identifying one or more regions of interest in the reference image and aligning the inspection test image with the regions of interest identified in the reference image, to obtain a residual image. The method further includes identifying one or more defects in the inspection test image based upon the residual image and one or more defect probability values computed for one or more pixels in the residual image.

Abstract: The Non-destructive Evaluation Automated Inspection System (NDE-AIS) is a deployable, high speed, automated, radiographic inspection system that determines ceramic plate serviceability in the field and has been designed, constructed and recently field tested. Ceramic plates are x-rayed and inspected at an average rate of 240 plates per hour in a process that automatically identifies and withdraws defective plates from service. Inspection results are maintained in a database which will help facilitate inventory, monitoring, logistical activities and production analysis. Ceramic armor plates are produced to meet a ballistic requirement. Because of this, each manufacturer has unique design attributes that are visible within an x-ray. The algorithm that supports the AIS accounts for these artifacts as well as others and has the ability to identify even the smallest of crack indications. All images are stored in a first in first out basis as a way to manually review the results of an image if needed.

Abstract: A method for scanning the internal quality of wooden elements (1) such as logs or planks comprises the operating steps of irradiating the wooden element (1) with at least one beam (3) of electromagnetic radiation according to one or more directions of irradiation which are transversal to the main axis of extension, at the same time creating a relative helicoidal movement between the wooden element (1) and the beam (3). During the movement, for a plurality of separate reciprocal positions of the wooden element (1) and the beam (3), the residual intensity of the electromagnetic radiation which passed through the wooden element (1) is detected for a detection length (L). The relative movement is created in such a way that the helix has a pitch P equal to Y times the sum of the detection length (L) of all of the detectors used, where Y?5.

Abstract: A method for processing a radiographic image of a scanned object is provided. The method comprises acquiring radiographic image data corresponding to a scanned object and identifying one or more regions of interest in the radiographic image data corresponding to the scanned object. The method further comprises performing an image-contrast comparison of the radiographic image data corresponding to the scanned object and one or more reference radiographic images, to identify one or more defects in the radiographic image data corresponding to the scanned object.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device and a method for detecting a pin hole in a part of a fuel cell stack part to accurately detect the presence of pin holes of stack parts thereby ensuring quality of a fuel cell stack. That is, the present invention provides a system for detecting a pin hole in parts of a fuel cell stack that allows for quality assurance of the fuel cell stack and prevents defective parts from being used, by examining each fuel stack part, which largely influence the quality of the fuel cell stack, using an X-ray device and a vision system, in order to determine the presence of a pin hole in the parts, and a method thereof.

Abstract: A device for non-destructive inspection of a conveyor belt made from an elastomeric material has a carrying side for the goods to be conveyed, a running side, and an embedded strength support, whereby the conveyor belt is set in motion. A radiation source emits rays in the direction of the belt surface, which rays are so energy-rich that they pass through the conveyor belt, whereby a process computer evaluates the result of the irradiation test.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a metal sorting device including an X-ray tube, a dual energy detector array, a microprocessor, and an air ejector array. The device senses the presence of samples in the x-ray sensing region and initiates identifying and sorting the samples. After identifying and classifying the category of a sample, at a specific time, the device activates an array of air ejectors located at specific positions in order to place the sample in the proper collection bin.

Abstract: With filmless radiographic inspection of components by means of digital X-ray technology, an uneven surface geometry of the component is smoothened by defining a digital virtual smoothening layer for better, preferably automated, recognition of defects, where the digital radiation signals generated by an X-ray detector are overlaid with digitized surface measurement signals, so that a change in absorption and intensity of radiation due to the surface topography of the component, i.e. due to an uneven surface, is compensated for and only a density caused by internal material defects is represented in the X-ray image.

Abstract: A method and system for performing continuous (real-time) physics based prognostics analysis as a function of actual engine usage and changing operating environment. A rule-based mission profile analysis is conducted to determine the mission variability which yields variability in the type of thermal-mechanical loads that an engine is subjected to during use. This is followed by combustor modeling to predict combustion liner temperatures and combustion nozzle plane temperature distributions as a function of engine usage which is followed by off-design engine modeling to determine the pitch-line temperatures in hot gas path components and thermodynamic modeling to compute the component temperature profiles of the components for different stages of the turbine.

Abstract: During the radiographic inspection of components by X-rays for better detection of defects, preferably automated, an uneven surface topography (2) of the component (1) is covered with a smoothening layer (8) made of a material whose volume-specific radiation absorption corresponds to that of the component material, so that a decrease of radiation absorption or an increase in radiation intensity due to the uneven surface topography is reduced to accentuate a radiation effect caused by internal material defects.

Abstract: A system and method for monitoring degradation of a device having a metal layer and a composite layer, such as a vehicle-mounted boom arm. The system can include a collar mounted on an outer surface of the device, a radiography device movably coupled to the collar, and a monitor. The radiography device can include a source of radiography signals positioned to direct radiography signals through at least a portion of the device and a detector to detect radiography signals that have passed through the device. The monitor can be connected to the detector to display an image of the device generated from the detected radiography signals. Anomalies in the device image can represent degradation in the device.

Abstract: A positioning device for the examination of a double seam cross section and wrinkle formation by X-rays comprising an X-ray source with a first stop associated with the latter for a can to be examined in the area of the exit opening for the X-rays and detectors for receiving the X-rays. The can to be examined can be clamped in relation to the X-ray source by at least three stops offset with respect to one another, wherein two of these stops can be actively changed with respect to their position to adapt to different can diameters and to the desired incident radiation angle.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for measuring a structure. An x-ray system and the structure are positioned relative to each other. The x-ray system comprises a gas source configured to provide a gas, a laser system configured to emit a laser beam, a steering system, and a detector. The steering system is configured to direct a first portion of the laser beam into the gas such that an electron beam is generated by the laser beam interacting with the gas and is configured to direct a second portion of the laser beam into the electron beam such that a collimated x-ray beam is formed. The detector is configured to detect the collimated x-ray beam. The collimated x-ray beam is emitted with the structure positioned relative to the x-ray system.

Abstract: Methods and systems for X-ray imaging are disclosed. An X-ray imaging system includes an X-ray tube to generate X-rays and a detector array to capture scattered X-rays. A rotational collimator directs the X-rays at an object under inspection. Rotational mechanisms rotate the X-ray tube and the detector array about a roll axis and a yaw axis to inspect various portions of the object. A track unit mechanism moves the X-ray imaging system linearly along a track unit to further inspect portions of the object.