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System for forming x-rays and method for using same

  • US 7,203,269 B2
  • Filed: 02/01/2005
  • Issued: 04/10/2007
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/28/2004
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A system for forming x-rays to image a volume and having an input at one location and an outlet at a different location, the system comprising:

  • a target; and

    a plurality of electron emission subsystems each comprising a single electron source, said plurality of electron emission subsystems being configured to generate a plurality of discrete or swept focal spots on said target from which x-rays are emitted, wherein a totality of said electron sources completely encircle the imaged volume.

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