X-ray imaging apparatus

The invention relates to an apparatus for X-ray imaging, in which imaging an X-ray beam ( 11 ) is directed through the object being imaged. The X-ray imaging apparatus ( 1 ) comprises an X-ray source ( 5 ) in front of the object being imaged, a primary collimator ( 6 ) in conjunction with the X-ray...

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Main Author Suuronen, Esa
Format Patent
LanguageEnglish
Published 08.08.2002
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Summary:The invention relates to an apparatus for X-ray imaging, in which imaging an X-ray beam ( 11 ) is directed through the object being imaged. The X-ray imaging apparatus ( 1 ) comprises an X-ray source ( 5 ) in front of the object being imaged, a primary collimator ( 6 ) in conjunction with the X-ray source, and radiation receiving means ( 15 ), which are located in a position behind the object being imaged. The apparatus relating to the invention comprises identifying means ( 20 - 22 ) which react to X-ray radiation, by means of which is ensured the entry of radiation inside the imaging area of the radiation receiving means ( 15 ).