公开(公告)号：US20140341344A1

公开(公告)日：2014-11-20

申请号：US14249657

申请日：2014-04-10

Applicant: Rapiscan Systems, Inc.

Inventor： Luis E Arroyo, JR. ,  Andreas F. Kotowski ,  Siva Kumar

IPC: G01V11/00 ,  G01V3/08 ,  G01V3/165 ,  G01V5/00

CPC classification number: G01V11/00 ,  G01V3/08 ,  G01V3/165 ,  G01V5/0008 ,  G01V5/0016 ,  G01V5/0033 ,  G01V5/005

Abstract: The present specification discloses a portable system for inspecting objects. The system includes a housing adapted to be carried by a vehicle, which houses a metal detector and an X-ray scanner and further includes a deployable boom positioned on a top surface of the housing. Operationally, the system is transported to a location, persons or objects are inspected by the metal detector or X-ray scanner and the boom is deployed to inspect external cargo. The integrated portable checkpoint system provides security screening and inspection equipment with increased operational capabilities in one fully integrated package.

Abstract translation: 本说明书公开了一种用于检查物体的便携式系统。 该系统包括适于由车辆承载的壳体，其容纳金属检测器和X射线扫描器，并且还包括定位在壳体的顶表面上的可展开的臂。 运行时，将系统运送到位置，人员或物体由金属探测器或X射线扫描仪进行检查，部署吊杆以检查外部货物。 集成的便携式检查点系统提供安全筛选和检测设备，在一个完全集成的包中提供更高的操作能力。

公开(公告)号：US20140333326A1

公开(公告)日：2014-11-13

申请号：US14165177

申请日：2014-01-27

Applicant: Rapiscan Systems, Inc.

Inventor： Kristian R. Peschmann ,  Kenneth Robert Mann

IPC: G01V11/00

CPC classification number: G01R27/06 ,  G01F23/284 ,  G01N22/00 ,  G01V5/0016 ,  G01V5/0025

Abstract: The present invention provides for an improved scanning process having microwave arrays comprised of microwave transmitters in radiographic alignment with microwave receivers. The microwave array emits controllably directed microwave radiation toward an object under inspection. The object under inspection absorbs radiation in a manner dependent upon its metal content. The microwave radiation absorption can be used to generate a measurement of metal content. The measurement, in turn, can be used to calculate at least a portion of the volume and shape of the object under inspection. The measurement can be compared to a plurality of predefined threats. The microwave screening system is used in combination with other screening technologies, such as NQR-based screening, X-ray transmission based screening, X-ray scattered based screening, or Computed Tomography based screening.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种具有微波阵列的改进的扫描过程，该微波阵列由微波发射器组成，与微波接收器成像。 微波阵列向被检查物体发射可控制的微波辐射。 被检查物体以取决于其金属含量的方式吸收辐射。 微波辐射吸收可用于产生金属含量的测量。 测量又可用于计算被检查物体的体积和形状的至少一部分。 该测量可以与多个预定义的威胁进行比较。 微波筛选系统与其他筛选技术结合使用，如基于NQR的筛选，基于X射线透射的筛选，X射线散射筛查或基于计算机断层扫描的筛选。

公开(公告)号：US08885794B2

公开(公告)日：2014-11-11

申请号：US13870407

申请日：2013-04-25

Applicant: Rapiscan Systems, Inc.

Inventor： Edward James Morton

IPC: G01N23/04 ,  G01V5/00 ,  H01J35/04 ,  A61B6/00 ,  A61B6/02 ,  A61B6/03

CPC classification number: G01V5/0033 ,  A61B6/027 ,  A61B6/032 ,  A61B6/4028 ,  A61B6/4035 ,  A61B6/4241 ,  A61B6/4488 ,  A61B6/482 ,  A61B6/505 ,  G01N23/04 ,  G01N23/046 ,  G01N23/203 ,  G01N24/084 ,  G01N2223/419 ,  G01V5/005 ,  G21K1/025 ,  H01J35/045

Abstract: The present invention provides for an improved scanning process with a stationary X-ray source arranged to generate X-rays from a plurality of X-ray source positions around a scanning region, a first set of detectors arranged to detect X-rays transmitted through the scanning region, and at least one processor arranged to process outputs from the first set of detectors to generate tomographic image data. The X-ray screening system is used in combination with other screening technologies, such as NQR-based screening, X-ray diffraction based screening, X-ray back-scatter based screening, or Trace Detection based screening.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种改进的扫描过程，其中固定的X射线源设置成从围绕扫描区域的多个X射线源位置产生X射线，第一组检测器布置成检测透过扫描区域的X射线 扫描区域和至少一个处理器，其被布置成处理来自第一组检测器的输出以产生断层图像数据。 X射线筛选系统与其他筛选技术结合使用，例如基于NQR筛选，基于X射线衍射的筛选，基于X射线背散射筛选或基于Trace Detection的筛选。

公开(公告)号：US20140185771A1

公开(公告)日：2014-07-03

申请号：US14142286

申请日：2013-12-27

Applicant: Rapiscan Systems, Inc.

Inventor： Edward James Morton

IPC: G01N23/201 ,  G01V5/00

CPC classification number: G01N23/201 ,  G01V5/0041

Abstract: The present application discloses methods and systems for scanning an object. The scanning system provides a first detector region having a thickness of at least 2 mm and a second detector region having a thickness of at least 5 mm. The second detector region is arranged to receive radiation that has passed through the first detector region. The method includes irradiating the object with radiation having having a peak energy of at least 1 MeV, and detecting the first profile radiation after it has interacted with or passed through the object in order to provide information relating to the object.

Abstract translation: 本申请公开了用于扫描对象的方法和系统。 扫描系统提供厚度至少为2mm的第一检测器区域和厚度至少为5mm的第二检测器区域。 第二检测器区域被布置成接收已经通过第一检测器区域的辐射。 该方法包括用具有至少1MeV的峰值能量的辐射照射物体，以及在与物体相互作用或通过物体之后检测第一轮廓辐射，以提供与物体有关的信息。

公开(公告)号：US20140177793A1

公开(公告)日：2014-06-26

申请号：US13864440

申请日：2013-04-17

Applicant: Rapiscan Systems, Inc.

Inventor： Edward James Morton ,  Andreas F. Kotowski

IPC: G01N23/04 ,  G01N23/203

CPC classification number: G01V5/0066 ,  G01N23/04 ,  G01N23/203 ,  G01V5/0016 ,  G01V5/0025 ,  G01V5/0041

Abstract: The present invention provides a four-sided scanning system for vehicles that uses a combination of backscatter and transmission based X-ray imaging to achieve material discrimination. In one embodiment, the system is designed as a mobile, drive-through system, which can be folded and stowed in a truck and can be conveniently deployed at any place when required.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种使用背向散射和基于透射的X射线成像的组合来实现材料鉴别的车辆的四面扫描系统。 在一个实施例中，该系统被设计为可移动的驱动系统，其可以被折叠并存放在卡车中，并且可以在需要时方便地部署在任何地方。

公开(公告)号：US20140161231A1

公开(公告)日：2014-06-12

申请号：US14047619

申请日：2013-10-07

Applicant: Rapiscan Systems, Inc.

Inventor： Edward James Morton

IPC: H05G1/10 ,  G01N23/04

CPC classification number: H05G1/10 ,  G01N23/04 ,  G01V5/0008 ,  G01V5/0083

Abstract: A gantry scanner system comprises a radiation source, a plurality of detectors and a support frame supporting the detectors. The support frame includes an elongate support member arranged to support the detectors, cable support means arranged to support power cables or signal cables connected to the detectors, and cover means arranged to cover the support member, the cable support means and the detectors.

Abstract translation: 台架扫描器系统包括辐射源，多个检测器和支撑检测器的支撑框架。 支撑框架包括布置成支撑检测器的细长支撑构件，布置成支撑连接到检测器的电力电缆或信号电缆的电缆支撑装置，以及布置成覆盖支撑构件，电缆支撑装置和检测器的盖装置。

公开(公告)号：US20140153699A1

公开(公告)日：2014-06-05

申请号：US14047583

申请日：2013-10-07

Applicant: Rapiscan Systems, Inc.

Inventor： Joseph W. Kaminski

IPC: G21K1/04

CPC classification number: G21K1/043 ,  G01T1/20 ,  G01V5/0025 ,  G21K1/046

Abstract: The present specification discloses a beam chopping apparatus, and more specifically, a helical shutter for an electron beam system that is employed in radiation-based scanning systems, and more specifically, a beam chopping apparatus that allows for variability in both velocity and beam spot size by modifying the physical characteristics or geometry of the beam chopper apparatus. The present specification also discloses a beam chopping apparatus which provides a vertically moving beam spot with substantially constant size and velocity to allow for substantially equal illumination of the target. In addition, the present specification is a beam chopping apparatus that is lightweight and does not cause an X-ray source assembly employing the beam chopper to become heavy and difficult to deploy.

Abstract translation: 本说明书公开了一种束斩波装置，更具体地，涉及一种用于基于辐射的扫描系统中的电子束系统的螺旋快门，更具体地说，一种允许速度和光点尺寸变化的斩波​​装置 通过修改束斩波装置的物理特性或几何形状。 本说明书还公开了一种斩波装置，其提供具有基本上恒定的尺寸和速度的垂直移动的光束点，以允许目标的基本相等的照明。 此外，本说明书是一种重量轻且不会引起使用束斩波器的X射线源组件变得沉重且难于部署的光束切割装置。

公开(公告)号：US20140133629A1

公开(公告)日：2014-05-15

申请号：US14047477

申请日：2013-10-07

Applicant: Rapiscan Systems, Inc.

Inventor： Edward James Morton

IPC: G01V5/00

CPC classification number: G01V5/0025 ,  G01N23/203 ,  G01V5/0008 ,  G01V5/0033 ,  G21K1/043

Abstract: The present application discloses an X-ray imaging apparatus for determining a surface profile of an object under inspection that is positioned at a distance from the apparatus. The X-ray imaging system has an X-ray source for producing a scanning beam of X-rays directed toward the object, a detector assembly for providing a signal representative of an intensity of X-rays backscattered from the object, and processing circuitry to determine a time difference between when the X-ray source is switched on and when the backscattered X-rays arrive at the detector assembly. The processing circuitry is adapted to output data representative of the surface profile of the object under inspection.

Abstract translation: 本申请公开了一种用于确定被检查物体的表面轮廓的X射线成像装置，其位于距离该装置一定距离处。 X射线成像系统具有用于产生朝向物体的X射线的扫描光束的X射线源，用于提供表示从物体反向散射的X射线的强度的信号的检测器组件，以及处理电路 确定当X射线源接通时和反向散射X射线到达检测器组件时的时间差。 处理电路适于输出表示检查对象的表面轮廓的数据。

公开(公告)号：US20140016756A1

公开(公告)日：2014-01-16

申请号：US13922529

申请日：2013-06-20

Applicant: Rapiscan Systems, Inc.

Inventor： Andreas Kotowski ,  Neeraj Agrawal

IPC: H05G1/02

CPC classification number: H05G1/02 ,  G01N23/04 ,  G01N2223/639 ,  G01V5/0008

Abstract: The present application is directed to a portable inspection system for generating an image representation of target objects using a radiation source. A detector array having a first configuration and a second configuration is connected to a housing and at least one source of radiation. The radiation source is capable of being transported to a site by a vehicle and of being positioned separate from the housing. The radiation source is housed in a radiation source box and movable within the radiation source box using an actuator. The actuator is operably connected to the radiation source and provides a translational energy that moves the radiation source between an operational position and a stowed position.

Abstract translation: 本申请涉及一种用于使用辐射源产生目标对象的图像表示的便携式检查系统。 具有第一配置和第二配置的检测器阵列连接到外壳和至少一个辐射源。 辐射源能够被车辆运输到场地并且与壳体分离定位。 辐射源被容纳在辐射源盒中并且可以使用致动器在辐射源盒内移动。 致动器可操作地连接到辐射源，并且提供使辐射源在操作位置和收起位置之间移动的平移能量。

公开(公告)号：US20240111070A1

公开(公告)日：2024-04-04

申请号：US18465029

申请日：2023-09-11

Applicant: Rapiscan Systems, Inc.

Inventor： Edward James Morton

IPC: G01V5/00 ,  A61B6/00 ,  A61B6/03 ,  G01N23/046 ,  H05G1/70

CPC classification number: G01V5/0016 ,  A61B6/032 ,  A61B6/4014 ,  A61B6/4488 ,  G01N23/046 ,  G01V5/005 ,  H05G1/70 ,  G01N2223/419

Abstract: The present application discloses an X-ray scanner having an X-ray source arranged to emit X-rays from source points through an imaging volume. The scanner may further include an array of X-ray detectors which may be arranged around the imaging volume and may be arranged to output detector signals in response to the detection of X-rays. The scanner may further include a conveyor arranged to convey an object through the imaging volume in a scan direction, and may also include at least one processor arranged to process the detector signals to produce an image data set defining an image of the object. The image may have a resolution in the scan direction that is at least 90% as high as in one direction, and in some cases two directions, orthogonal to the scan direction.