Miniature X-ray Source
The Miniature X-ray Source, an innovative technology developed by AET, can accelerate electron beams in a high-gradient electric field by a miniature X-ray tube, to produce X-rays. The Miniature X-ray Source consists of a high-voltage short pulse generator and a miniature X-ray tube with a carbon nanotube cathode, which has been developed using high-voltage and ultra-short pulse technology.
Applications include usage in medical treatment, research and industry such as non-destructive inspection. Because of its small size, the Miniature X-ray Source has enabled whole new applications. It is also possible to extract only electron beams through a vacuum thin film.
Features
- Flexible X-ray radiation
- Easy handling via pulse operation
- Stable electron emission by using a field emission carbon nanotube
- Easier and safer management without the need of radio isotope
- A wide range of new applications possible
Applications
| Medical Treatment |
- Substitution for radio isotope
- Diagnostic X-ray Source
- C-arm
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| Industry |
- Non-destructive inspection
- Miniature CT for industrial use
- Sterilization
- Production process for semiconductor
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| Research |
- Biology
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Pharmacy
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| Others |
- Baggage inspection
- Food contamination inspection
- Cultural heritage investigation
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Specifications
| Beam Voltage |
Continuously variable |
| Length | 9cm |
| Pulsewidth | 250nsec - 5μs |
| X-ray Tube Internal Diameter | 8mm |
* Please contact us for the necessary X-ray specifications.
* Patent No. 3090910
* An electron beam accelerator and a transmission cable are consumable supplies.