Rapid filtration methods for dual-energy X-ray CT

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 11337663
APP PUB NO 20210212643A1
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16092393

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Systems and method for performing X-ray computed tomography (CT) that can improve spectral separation and decrease motion artifacts without increasing radiation dose are provided. The systems and method can be used with either a kVp-switching source or a single-kVp source. When used with a kVp-switching source, an absorption grating and a filter grating can be disposed between the X-ray source and the sample to be imaged. Relative motion of the filter and absorption gratings can by synchronized to the kVp switching frequency of the X-ray source. When used with a single-kVp source, a combination of absorption and filter gratings can be used and can be driven in an oscillation movement that is optimized for a single-kVp X-ray source. With a single-kVp source, the absorption grating can also be omitted and the filter grating can remain stationary.

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  • RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE

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Cong, Wenxiang Albany, US 45 521
Wang, Ge Loudonville, US 207 2325
Xi, Yan Syracuse, US 14 52

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