公开(公告)号：US09265440B2

公开(公告)日：2016-02-23

申请号：US13483112

申请日：2012-05-30

Applicant: Kanjimpuredathil Muralikrishna Menon ,  Edward Emaci ,  Jason Lee Philps ,  Shankar Murthy Udupa ,  Rajeev Sahu

Inventor： Kanjimpuredathil Muralikrishna Menon ,  Edward Emaci ,  Jason Lee Philps ,  Shankar Murthy Udupa ,  Rajeev Sahu

IPC: A61B5/055 ,  G01R33/48 ,  A61B5/00 ,  A61B6/03 ,  A61B6/04 ,  A61B6/00

CPC classification number: A61B5/0555 ,  A61B5/0035 ,  A61B5/055 ,  A61B6/037 ,  A61B6/0407 ,  A61B6/0442 ,  A61B6/4417 ,  G01R33/481

Abstract: A PET-MRI apparatus includes a patient support assembly having a cradle to accommodate a subject, a carriage assembly to attach to the cradle and cause the cradle to selectively travel, and a rear bridge to receive the cradle and carriage. The patient support assembly also includes a front bridge to receive the cradle and carriage assembly and provide for translation therealong, with the front bridge including a first section and a second section that is spaced apart from the first section to form a gap in the front bridge between the first section and the second section in an area adjacent a PET detector array of the PET-MRI apparatus. The front and rear bridges include an anti-tip rail assembly to interact with the cradle and the carriage assembly so as to prevent tipping thereof when traversing over the gap between the first and second sections of the front bridge.

Abstract translation: PET-MRI装置包括患者支撑组件，其具有用于容纳被检体的托架，支架组件以附接到支架并使托架有选择地行进;以及后桥接收托架和托架。 患者支撑组件还包括前桥，用于接收托架和托架组件，并提供其横向平移，前桥包括第一部分和与第一部分间隔开的第二部分，以在前桥中形成间隙 在与PET-MRI装置的PET检测器阵列相邻的区域中的第一部分和第二部分之间。 前桥和后桥包括与支架和托架组件相互作用的反尖端导轨组件，以便在穿过前桥的第一和第二部分之间的间隙时防止其倾斜。

公开(公告)号：US20110026681A1

公开(公告)日：2011-02-03

申请号：US12511815

申请日：2009-07-29

Applicant: Yun Zou ,  Carey Shawn Rogers ,  Sergio Lemaitre ,  Mark Alan Frontera ,  Edward Emaci ,  Vance Robinson

Inventor： Yun Zou ,  Carey Shawn Rogers ,  Sergio Lemaitre ,  Mark Alan Frontera ,  Edward Emaci ,  Vance Robinson

IPC: H01J35/06 ,  H01J9/00

CPC classification number: H01J35/06 ,  H01J35/045

Abstract: An x-ray imaging system includes a detector positioned to receive x-rays, and an x-ray tube coupled to a mount structure. The x-ray tube is configured to generate x-rays toward the detector and includes a target, a cathode cup, an emitter attached to the cathode cup and configured to emit a beam of electrons toward the target, the emitter having a length and a width, and a one-dimensional grid positioned between the emitter and the target and attached to the cathode cup at one or more attachment points. The one-dimensional grid includes a plurality of rungs that each extend in a direction of the width of the emitter, and the plurality of rungs are configured to expand and contract relative to the one or more attachment points without substantial distortion with respect to the emitter.

Abstract translation: x射线成像系统包括定位成接收x射线的检测器和耦合到安装结构的x射线管。 x射线管被配置成朝向检测器产生X射线，并且包括靶，阴极杯，连接到阴极杯并被配置为向靶发射电子束的发射器，发射器具有长度和 宽度和位于发射器和靶之间的一维网格，并且在一个或多个附着点处附接到阴极杯。 一维网格包括多个梯级，每个梯级各自在发射器的宽度方向上延伸，并且多个梯级被配置为相对于一个或多个附接点扩张和收缩，而相对于发射器没有实质的变形 。

公开(公告)号：US08027433B2

公开(公告)日：2011-09-27

申请号：US12511815

申请日：2009-07-29

Applicant: Yun Zou ,  Carey Shawn Rogers ,  Sergio Lemaitre ,  Mark Alan Frontera ,  Edward Emaci ,  Vance Robinson

Inventor： Yun Zou ,  Carey Shawn Rogers ,  Sergio Lemaitre ,  Mark Alan Frontera ,  Edward Emaci ,  Vance Robinson

IPC: H01J35/14 ,  H01J29/46 ,  G21K1/087

CPC classification number: H01J35/06 ,  H01J35/045

Abstract: An x-ray imaging system includes a detector positioned to receive x-rays, and an x-ray tube coupled to a mount structure. The x-ray tube is configured to generate x-rays toward the detector and includes a target, a cathode cup, an emitter attached to the cathode cup and configured to emit a beam of electrons toward the target, the emitter having a length and a width, and a one-dimensional grid positioned between the emitter and the target and attached to the cathode cup at one or more attachment points. The one-dimensional grid includes a plurality of rungs that each extend in a direction of the width of the emitter, and the plurality of rungs are configured to expand and contract relative to the one or more attachment points without substantial distortion with respect to the emitter.

Abstract translation: x射线成像系统包括定位成接收x射线的检测器和耦合到安装结构的x射线管。 x射线管被配置成朝向检测器产生X射线，并且包括靶，阴极杯，连接到阴极杯并被配置为向靶发射电子束的发射器，发射器具有长度和 宽度和位于发射器和靶之间的一维网格，并且在一个或多个附着点处附接到阴极杯。 一维网格包括多个梯级，每个梯级各自在发射器的宽度方向上延伸，并且多个梯级被配置为相对于一个或多个附接点扩张和收缩，而相对于发射器没有实质的变形 。

公开(公告)号：US07450690B2

公开(公告)日：2008-11-11

申请号：US11160796

申请日：2005-07-08

Applicant: Wayne Frederick Block ,  Edward Emaci ,  Sergio Lemaitre ,  Ron Kent Hockersmith

Inventor： Wayne Frederick Block ,  Edward Emaci ,  Sergio Lemaitre ,  Ron Kent Hockersmith

IPC: H01J35/06 ,  H01J35/30 ,  H01J35/14 ,  H01J17/04 ,  H01J17/16

CPC classification number: H01J35/10 ,  H01J35/14 ,  H01J2235/1093 ,  H05G1/52

Abstract: An x-ray tube assembly is provided comprising a tube casing assembly including a plurality of vertical mount posts. An insulator plate is mounted to the plurality of vertical mount posts such that the insulator plate can translate vertically on the posts. A cathode assembly is mounted to the insulator plate and generates both an eccentric moment and a vertical expansion in response to a cathode power load. A semi-compressible element is positioned between at least one of the vertical mount posts and the insulator plate. The semi-compressible element becomes incompressible at a cathode power threshold such that the vertical expansion is translated into a correction moment countering the eccentric moment.

Abstract translation: 提供一种X射线管组件，其包括管壳组件，其包括多个垂直安装柱。 绝缘板安装到多个垂直安装柱，使得绝缘板可以在柱上垂直平移。 阴极组件安装到绝缘板上，并响应于阴极功率负载产生偏心力矩和垂直膨胀。 半可压缩元件位于至少一个垂直安装柱和绝缘板之间。 半可压缩元件在阴极功率阈值处变得不可压缩，使得垂直膨胀被转换成抵抗偏心力矩的校正时刻。

公开(公告)号：US20080257939A1

公开(公告)日：2008-10-23

申请号：US11737111

申请日：2007-04-18

Applicant: Edward Emaci ,  Kent Shue

Inventor： Edward Emaci ,  Kent Shue

IPC: H01J35/04 ,  B23K1/00

CPC classification number: B23K1/0008 ,  H01J2235/06

Abstract: A method is disclosed for brazing components in a structure using a gap setting surface and brazing foil as brazing filler between the parts in order to form uniform joints having optimal dimensions, shape and strength. The components are assembled in an unconstrained stack, and a controlled load is applied to the top of the stack. The stack is then heated to a temperature at which the brazing foil melts and reacts with the components to form the joints. The stack is cooled resulting in a brazed structure having the desired dimension.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于在使用间隙设置表面的钎焊部件中钎焊部件的方法，并且在部件之间使用钎焊箔作为钎料，以形成具有最佳尺寸，形状和强度的均匀接头。 组件以无约束的堆叠组装，并且受控的负载施加到堆叠的顶部。 然后将叠层加热到钎焊箔熔化并与组分反应以形成接头的温度。 堆叠被冷却，导致具有所需尺寸的钎焊结构。

公开(公告)号：US20130324835A1

公开(公告)日：2013-12-05

申请号：US13483112

申请日：2012-05-30

Applicant: Kanjimpuredathil Muralikrishna Menon ,  Edward Emaci ,  Jason Lee Philps ,  Shankar Murthy Udupa ,  Rajeev Sahu

Inventor： Kanjimpuredathil Muralikrishna Menon ,  Edward Emaci ,  Jason Lee Philps ,  Shankar Murthy Udupa ,  Rajeev Sahu

IPC: A61B6/02 ,  A61B5/055

CPC classification number: A61B5/0555 ,  A61B5/0035 ,  A61B5/055 ,  A61B6/037 ,  A61B6/0407 ,  A61B6/0442 ,  A61B6/4417 ,  G01R33/481

Abstract: A PET-MRI apparatus includes a patient support assembly having a cradle to accommodate a subject, a carriage assembly to attach to the cradle and cause the cradle to selectively travel, and a rear bridge to receive the cradle and carriage. The patient support assembly also includes a front bridge to receive the cradle and carriage assembly and provide for translation therealong, with the front bridge including a first section and a second section that is spaced apart from the first section to form a gap in the front bridge between the first section and the second section in an area adjacent a PET detector array of the PET-MRI apparatus. The front and rear bridges include an anti-tip rail assembly to interact with the cradle and the carriage assembly so as to prevent tipping thereof when traversing over the gap between the first and second sections of the front bridge.

Abstract translation: PET-MRI装置包括患者支撑组件，其具有用于容纳被检体的托架，支架组件以附接到支架并使托架有选择地行进;以及后桥接收托架和托架。 患者支撑组件还包括前桥，用于接收托架和托架组件，并提供其横向平移，前桥包括第一部分和与第一部分间隔开的第二部分，以在前桥中形成间隙 在与PET-MRI装置的PET检测器阵列相邻的区域中的第一部分和第二部分之间。 前桥和后桥包括与支架和托架组件相互作用的反尖端导轨组件，以便在穿过前桥的第一和第二部分之间的间隙时防止其倾斜。

公开(公告)号：US08512059B2

公开(公告)日：2013-08-20

申请号：US12987889

申请日：2011-01-10

Applicant: Thomas Dean Schaefer ,  Ron Kent Hockersmith ,  Edward Emaci

Inventor： Thomas Dean Schaefer ,  Ron Kent Hockersmith ,  Edward Emaci

IPC: H01R13/52

CPC classification number: H01J35/165 ,  G21F1/106 ,  G21F3/00 ,  H01J2235/023 ,  Y10T29/49204

Abstract: The present embodiments relate to off-focal X-ray radiation attenuation within a connector. In one embodiment, a connector X-ray shielding capabilities is provided. The connector includes a housing with openings for an electrical cable as well as an electrical connection. The connector further includes an X-ray shielding liner made of moldable synthetic material doped with an X-ray attenuating material. The X-ray shielding liner is disposed within the housing, and also includes openings for the electrical cable and electrical connection.

Abstract translation: 本实施例涉及连接器内的非局域X射线辐射衰减。 在一个实施例中，提供连接器X射线屏蔽能力。 连接器包括具有用于电缆的开口的外壳以及电连接。 连接器还包括由掺有X射线衰减材料的可模制合成材料制成的X射线屏蔽衬里。 X射线屏蔽衬垫设置在壳体内，并且还包括用于电缆和电连接的开口。

公开(公告)号：US20120178297A1

公开(公告)日：2012-07-12

申请号：US12987889

申请日：2011-01-10

Applicant: Thomas Dean Schaefer ,  Ron Kent Hockersmith ,  Edward Emaci

Inventor： Thomas Dean Schaefer ,  Ron Kent Hockersmith ,  Edward Emaci

IPC: H01R13/46 ,  H01R43/16

CPC classification number: H01J35/165 ,  G21F1/106 ,  G21F3/00 ,  H01J2235/023 ,  Y10T29/49204

Abstract: The present embodiments relate to off-focal X-ray radiation attenuation within a connector. In one embodiment, a connector X-ray shielding capabilities is provided. The connector includes a housing with openings for an electrical cable as well as an electrical connection. The connector further includes an X-ray shielding liner made of moldable synthetic material doped with an X-ray attenuating material. The X-ray shielding liner is disposed within the housing, and also includes openings for the electrical cable and electrical connection.

Abstract translation: 本实施例涉及连接器内的非局域X射线辐射衰减。 在一个实施例中，提供连接器X射线屏蔽能力。 连接器包括具有用于电缆的开口的外壳以及电连接。 连接器还包括由掺有X射线衰减材料的可模制合成材料制成的X射线屏蔽衬里。 X射线屏蔽衬垫设置在壳体内，并且还包括用于电缆和电连接的开口。

公开(公告)号：US20070019783A1

公开(公告)日：2007-01-25

申请号：US11187328

申请日：2005-07-23

Applicant: Ron Hockersmith ,  Edward Emaci ,  James Dodge ,  Eric Plate

Inventor： Ron Hockersmith ,  Edward Emaci ,  James Dodge ,  Eric Plate

IPC: H05G1/60 ,  A61B6/00 ,  G01N23/00 ,  G21K1/12

CPC classification number: G01N23/00 ,  A61B6/06 ,  A61B6/4429

Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are provided through which in some embodiments, a wrap-around capture device of an X-ray collimator frame limits movement of an X-ray tube mounting bracket away from the X-ray collimator. In some embodiments, a C-shaped passive capture device is attached or mounted on the wrap-around capture device, having a portion that is positioned in between the wrap-around capture device and the X-ray collimator frame, which further limits movement of the X-ray tube mounting bracket.

Abstract translation: 提供了系统，方法和装置，在一些实施例中，X射线准直器框架的环绕捕获装置限制X射线管安装支架远离X射线准直仪的移动。 在一些实施例中，C形被动捕获装置被附接或安装在环绕捕获装置上，其具有位于环绕捕获装置和X射线准直器框架之间的部分，这进一步限制了 X射线管安装支架。

公开(公告)号：US20070007874A1

公开(公告)日：2007-01-11

申请号：US11160796

申请日：2005-07-08

Applicant: Wayne Block ,  Edward Emaci ,  Sergio Lemaitre ,  Ron Hockersmith

Inventor： Wayne Block ,  Edward Emaci ,  Sergio Lemaitre ,  Ron Hockersmith

IPC: H01J29/74

CPC classification number: H01J35/10 ,  H01J35/14 ,  H01J2235/1093 ,  H05G1/52

Abstract: An x-ray tube assembly is provided comprising a tube casing assembly including a plurality of vertical mount posts. An insulator plate is mounted to the plurality of vertical mount posts such that the insulator plate can translate vertically on the posts. A cathode assembly is mounted to the insulator plate and generates both an eccentric moment and a vertical expansion in response to a cathode power load. A semi-compressible element is positioned between at least one of the vertical mount posts and the insulator plate. The semi-compressible element becomes incompressible at a cathode power threshold such that the vertical expansion is translated into a correction moment countering the eccentric moment.

Abstract translation: 提供一种X射线管组件，其包括管壳组件，其包括多个垂直安装柱。 绝缘板安装到多个垂直安装柱，使得绝缘板可以在柱上垂直平移。 阴极组件安装到绝缘板上，并响应于阴极功率负载产生偏心力矩和垂直膨胀。 半可压缩元件位于至少一个垂直安装柱和绝缘板之间。 半可压缩元件在阴极功率阈值处变得不可压缩，使得垂直膨胀被转换成抵抗偏心力矩的校正时刻。