Work

Novel applications of rapid prototyping in gamma-ray and X-ray imaging

Year: 2009

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: Advances in 3D rapid-prototyping printers, 3D modeling software, and casting techniques allow for the fabrication of cost-effective, custom components in gamma-ray and x-ray imaging systems. Applications extend to new fabrication methods for custom collimators, pinholes, calibration and resolution phantoms, mounting and shielding components, and imaging apertures. Details of the fabrication process for these components are presented, specifically the 3D printing process, cold casting with a tungsten epoxy, and lost-wax casting in platinum.

Source: 2006 IEEE Nuclear Science Symposium Conference Record

DOI: 10.1109/nssmic.2009.5401745

Authors: B.W. Miller, J.W. Moore, M.E. Gehm, L.R. Furenlid, H.H. Barrett

Institution: University of Arizona

Language: English

Topic: Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies

Subfield: Automotive Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: green

Funder: National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering

Award: Center for Gamma-Ray Imaging