A Novel Tomographic Imaging System Using a Conformable Mirror
Case ID:
TEC2005-0018
Web Published:
8/31/2011
Description of Technology
Michigan State University’s technology is a conformable mirror for use in computer-aided tomography (CT) systems. The design eliminates the need for an enclosed space, which is stressful for children and people with claustrophobia. The mirror is the only moving component. Software is used to construct the entire tomography once the data is collected.
Key Benefits
- Eliminates the bulky enclosed design common to most CAT systems
- Since the mirror is the only moving part, the motion of source/detection combination is eliminated.
Applications
The system can be used in CAT scan systems and radiation therapy.
Patent Status
U.S. patents 7,336,761 and 7,425,193
Inventor
Satish Udpa
Tech ID
TEC2005-0018
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For Information, Contact:
Raymond Devito
Technology Manager
Michigan State University
devitora@msu.edu
