公开(公告)号：US09063238B2

公开(公告)日：2015-06-23

申请号：US13569890

申请日：2012-08-08

Applicant: James Zhengshe Liu ,  David Ellis Barker

Inventor： James Zhengshe Liu ,  David Ellis Barker

IPC: G01T1/20 ,  H01L27/146 ,  G01T1/24

CPC classification number: G01T1/2018 ,  G01T1/2002 ,  G01T1/244

Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment, a digital X-ray detector is provided. The detector includes a scintillator layer configured to absorb radiation emitted from a radiation source and to emit optical photons in response to the absorbed radiation. The detector also includes a complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) light imager that is configured to absorb the optical photons emitted by the scintillator layer. The CMOS light imager includes a first surface and a second surface, and the first surface is disposed opposite the second surface. The scintillator layer contacts the first surface of the CMOS light imager.

Abstract translation: 根据一个实施例，提供数字X射线检测器。 检测器包括闪烁体层，其被配置为吸收从辐射源发射的辐射并且响应于吸收的辐射而发射光子。 检测器还包括被配置为吸收闪烁体层发射的光子的互补金属氧化物半导体（CMOS）光成像器。 CMOS光成像仪包括第一表面和第二表面，并且第一表面设置成与第二表面相对。 闪烁体层接触CMOS光成像仪的第一表面。

公开(公告)号：USD699352S1

公开(公告)日：2014-02-11

申请号：US29390951

申请日：2011-04-30

Applicant: John Matthew Simmons ,  Samuel Lee Alder ,  David Ellis Barker ,  Jan David Bruening

Designer： John Matthew Simmons ,  Samuel Lee Alder ,  David Ellis Barker ,  Jan David Bruening

公开(公告)号：US20130279663A1

公开(公告)日：2013-10-24

申请号：US13449777

申请日：2012-04-18

Applicant: David Ellis Barker ,  John Matthew Simmons

Inventor： David Ellis Barker ,  John Matthew Simmons

IPC: H05G1/02

CPC classification number: A61B6/105 ,  A61B6/4405 ,  A61B6/4441 ,  A61B6/4476 ,  A61B6/54

Abstract: Systems and methods for braking and releasing one or more pivot joints used in an X-ray positioning device are described. The systems and methods use a support arm that extends between a main assembly of the x-ray positioning device and an X-ray imaging assembly with an X-ray source and an X-ray detector that are disposed nearly opposite to each other. The support arm includes one or more pivot joints (such as horizontal, lateral, and/or orbital pivot joints) that allow the imaging assembly to move with respect to the main assembly. The pivot joints can each be connected to an automated braking system that is capable of selectively locking and unlocking a corresponding pivot joint, as indicated by a user-controlled switching mechanism. The braking systems containing multiple pivot joints can be individually controlled by separate switching mechanisms or simultaneously controlled by a single switching mechanism. Other embodiments are described.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于制造和释放在X射线定位装置中使用的一个或多个枢轴接头的系统和方法。 该系统和方法使用在x射线定位装置的主组件和X射线成像组件之间延伸的支撑臂，X射线成像组件与X射线源和X射线检测器彼此相对设置。 支撑臂包括允许成像组件相对于主组件移动的一个或多个枢转接头（例如水平，横向和/或轨道枢转接头）。 枢轴接头可以各自连接到能够选择性地锁定和解锁对应枢轴接头的自动制动系统，如用户控制的切换机构所指示的。 包含多个枢轴接头的制动系统可以由单独的切换机构单独控制，或者由单个切换机构同时控制。 描述其他实施例。

公开(公告)号：US07677799B2

公开(公告)日：2010-03-16

申请号：US11495865

申请日：2006-07-28

Applicant: Vernon Thomas Jensen ,  Francois Emmanuel Falco ,  David Ellis Barker

Inventor： Vernon Thomas Jensen ,  Francois Emmanuel Falco ,  David Ellis Barker

IPC: G01D18/00

CPC classification number: A61B6/102 ,  A61B6/547

Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a system for coordinating a radiological imaging subsystem with a component including: a first communication device located on the radiological imaging subsystem; and a second communication device located on the component, wherein the first and second communication devices are capable of communicating to indicate a positional relationship between the radiological imaging subsystem and the component. In an embodiment, the component includes an imaging table. In an embodiment, at least one range of motion of the radiological imaging system is determinable based at least in part on the communicating to indicate a positional relationship. In an embodiment, the at least one range of motion of the radiological imaging system includes at least one range of motion of a gantry.

Abstract translation: 本发明的某些实施例提供了一种用于协调放射成像子系统与一个组件的系统，该组件包括：位于放射成像子系统上的第一通信设备; 以及位于所述部件上的第二通信装置，其中所述第一和第二通信装置能够进行通信以指示所述放射成像子系统和所述部件之间的位置关系。 在一个实施例中，组件包括成像台。 在一个实施例中，至少部分地基于通信以指示位置关系来确定放射性成像系统的至少一个运动范围。 在一个实施例中，放射线成像系统的至少一个运动范围包括台架的至少一个运动范围。

公开(公告)号：US07184519B2

公开(公告)日：2007-02-27

申请号：US10675127

申请日：2003-09-30

Applicant: Ram Kishan Singh B ,  Bindu Santha Philip ,  Vipin J. Pillai ,  David Ellis Barker ,  Lonnie Weston

Inventor： Ram Kishan Singh B ,  Bindu Santha Philip ,  Vipin J. Pillai ,  David Ellis Barker ,  Lonnie Weston

IPC: H05G1/02

CPC classification number: A61B6/4441 ,  A61B6/4405

Abstract: A medical imaging system including an imaging device and a patient positioning area in close proximity to the imaging device. A protective bumper is attached to, and conforms to a shape of the imaging device. The system may also include a detection system that has a pressure sensing device.

Abstract translation: 一种医疗成像系统，包括成像装置和靠近成像装置的患者定位区域。 保护保险杠附接到并符合成像装置的形状。 该系统还可以包括具有压力感测装置的检测系统。

公开(公告)号：US09025730B2

公开(公告)日：2015-05-05

申请号：US14528161

申请日：2014-10-30

Applicant: David Ellis Barker ,  John Matthew Simmons

Inventor： David Ellis Barker ,  John Matthew Simmons

IPC: A61B6/00 ,  H05G1/02 ,  G21K5/10 ,  A61B6/10

CPC classification number: A61B6/105 ,  A61B6/4405 ,  A61B6/4441 ,  A61B6/4476 ,  A61B6/54

Abstract: Systems and methods for braking and releasing one or more pivot joints used in an X-ray positioning device are described. The systems and methods use a support arm that extends between a main assembly of the x-ray positioning device and an X-ray imaging assembly with an X-ray source and an X-ray detector that are disposed nearly opposite to each other. The support arm includes one or more pivot joints (such as horizontal, lateral, and/or orbital pivot joints) that allow the imaging assembly to move with respect to the main assembly. The pivot joints can each be connected to an automated braking system that is capable of selectively locking and unlocking a corresponding pivot joint, as indicated by a user-controlled switching mechanism. The braking systems containing multiple pivot joints can be individually controlled by separate switching mechanisms or simultaneously controlled by a single switching mechanism. Other embodiments are described.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于制造和释放在X射线定位装置中使用的一个或多个枢轴接头的系统和方法。 该系统和方法使用在x射线定位装置的主组件和X射线成像组件之间延伸的支撑臂，X射线成像组件与X射线源和X射线检测器彼此相对设置。 支撑臂包括允许成像组件相对于主组件移动的一个或多个枢转接头（例如水平，横向和/或轨道枢转接头）。 枢轴接头可以各自连接到能够选择性地锁定和解锁对应枢轴接头的自动制动系统，如用户控制的切换机构所指示的。 包含多个枢轴接头的制动系统可以由单独的切换机构单独控制，或者由单个切换机构同时控制。 描述其他实施例。

公开(公告)号：US07186021B1

公开(公告)日：2007-03-06

申请号：US11301843

申请日：2005-12-13

Applicant: Sebastien David Breham ,  Gregory Alan Weaver ,  David Ellis Barker ,  Lonnie B. Weston

Inventor： Sebastien David Breham ,  Gregory Alan Weaver ,  David Ellis Barker ,  Lonnie B. Weston

IPC: H01J35/10

CPC classification number: H01J35/16 ,  H01J2235/12 ,  H01J2235/1262 ,  H05G1/025

Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a system for controlling temperatures in an x-ray imaging environment including: a first component capable of operating within a first temperature range; a second component capable of operating within a second temperature range; and a liquid-based temperature control system capable of maintaining the first component within the first temperature range and maintaining the second component within the second temperature range. In an embodiment, the first component includes an x-ray detector. In an embodiment, the second component includes an x-ray source. In an embodiment, a liquid in the liquid-based temperature control system flows through the first component before flowing through the second component. In an embodiment, a heat exchanger in the liquid-based temperature control system can regulate a temperature of a liquid in the liquid-based temperature control system. In an embodiment, the heat exchanger includes at least one thermoelectric cooler device.

Abstract translation: 本发明的某些实施例提供一种用于控制x射线成像环境中的温度的系统，包括：能够在第一温度范围内操作的第一部件; 能够在第二温度范围内操作的第二部件; 以及能够将第一部件保持在第一温度范围内并将第二部件保持在第二温度范围内的液体温度控制系统。 在一个实施例中，第一部件包括X射线检测器。 在一个实施例中，第二部件包括x射线源。 在一个实施例中，液体温度控制系统中的液体在流过第二部件之前流过第一部件。 在一个实施例中，液体温度控制系统中的热交换器可以调节液体温度控制系统中液体的温度。 在一个实施例中，热交换器包括至少一个热电冷却器装置。

公开(公告)号：US07029175B2

公开(公告)日：2006-04-18

申请号：US10440821

申请日：2003-05-19

Applicant: Brett Alan Karaus ,  John Matthew Simmons ,  David Ellis Barker

Inventor： Brett Alan Karaus ,  John Matthew Simmons ,  David Ellis Barker

IPC: H05G1/08 ,  G05B19/18

CPC classification number: A61B6/4441 ,  A61B6/102 ,  A61B6/4405

Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention relate to a collision detection system. The collision detection system includes a position indicator for determining an actual position of a component connected to the collision detection system. The system also includes an error calculator for determining a position error between the actual position and a selected position. The system further includes a comparator for comparing the position error to a position error limit. The comparator generates a halt signal based on the position error and position error limit. The system also includes a motion controller for controlling motion of the component. The motion controller stops motion of the component based on the halt signal. The comparator generates a halt signal when the position error is equal to or greater than the position error limit.

Abstract translation: 本发明的某些实施例涉及一种碰撞检测系统。 碰撞检测系统包括用于确定连接到碰撞检测系统的部件的实际位置的位置指示器。 该系统还包括用于确定实际位置和选定位置之间的位置误差的误差计算器。 该系统还包括用于将位置误差与位置误差极限进行比较的比较器。 比较器根据位置误差和位置误差极限产生停止信号。 该系统还包括用于控制部件运动的运动控制器。 运动控制器基于停止信号停止组件的运动。 当位置误差等于或大于位置误差极限时，比较器产生停止信号。

公开(公告)号：US20150055760A1

公开(公告)日：2015-02-26

申请号：US14528161

申请日：2014-10-30

Applicant: David Ellis Barker ,  John Matthew Simmons

Inventor： David Ellis Barker ,  John Matthew Simmons

IPC: A61B6/10 ,  A61B6/00

CPC classification number: A61B6/105 ,  A61B6/4405 ,  A61B6/4441 ,  A61B6/4476 ,  A61B6/54

Abstract: Systems and methods for braking and releasing one or more pivot joints used in an X-ray positioning device are described. The systems and methods use a support arm that extends between a main assembly of the x-ray positioning device and an X-ray imaging assembly with an X-ray source and an X-ray detector that are disposed nearly opposite to each other. The support arm includes one or more pivot joints (such as horizontal, lateral, and/or orbital pivot joints) that allow the imaging assembly to move with respect to the main assembly. The pivot joints can each be connected to an automated braking system that is capable of selectively locking and unlocking a corresponding pivot joint, as indicated by a user-controlled switching mechanism. The braking systems containing multiple pivot joints can be individually controlled by separate switching mechanisms or simultaneously controlled by a single switching mechanism. Other embodiments are described.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于制造和释放在X射线定位装置中使用的一个或多个枢轴接头的系统和方法。 该系统和方法使用在x射线定位装置的主组件和X射线成像组件之间延伸的支撑臂，X射线成像组件与X射线源和X射线检测器彼此相对设置。 支撑臂包括允许成像组件相对于主组件移动的一个或多个枢转接头（例如水平，横向和/或轨道枢转接头）。 枢轴接头可以各自连接到能够选择性地锁定和解锁对应枢轴接头的自动制动系统，如用户控制的切换机构所指示的。 包含多个枢轴接头的制动系统可以由单独的切换机构单独控制，或者由单个切换机构同时控制。 描述其他实施例。

公开(公告)号：US08899834B2

公开(公告)日：2014-12-02

申请号：US13449777

申请日：2012-04-18

Applicant: David Ellis Barker ,  John Matthew Simmons

Inventor： David Ellis Barker ,  John Matthew Simmons

IPC: G21K5/10 ,  H05G1/02 ,  A61B6/00

CPC classification number: A61B6/105 ,  A61B6/4405 ,  A61B6/4441 ,  A61B6/4476 ,  A61B6/54

Abstract: Systems and methods for braking and releasing one or more pivot joints used in an X-ray positioning device are described. The systems and methods use a support arm that extends between a main assembly of the x-ray positioning device and an X-ray imaging assembly with an X-ray source and an X-ray detector that are disposed nearly opposite to each other. The support arm includes one or more pivot joints (such as horizontal, lateral, and/or orbital pivot joints) that allow the imaging assembly to move with respect to the main assembly. The pivot joints can each be connected to an automated braking system that is capable of selectively locking and unlocking a corresponding pivot joint, as indicated by a user-controlled switching mechanism. The braking systems containing multiple pivot joints can be individually controlled by separate switching mechanisms or simultaneously controlled by a single switching mechanism. Other embodiments are described.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于制造和释放在X射线定位装置中使用的一个或多个枢轴接头的系统和方法。 该系统和方法使用在x射线定位装置的主组件和X射线成像组件之间延伸的支撑臂，X射线成像组件与X射线源和X射线检测器彼此相对设置。 支撑臂包括允许成像组件相对于主组件移动的一个或多个枢转接头（例如水平，横向和/或轨道枢转接头）。 枢轴接头可以各自连接到能够选择性地锁定和解锁对应枢轴接头的自动制动系统，如用户控制的切换机构所指示的。 包含多个枢轴接头的制动系统可以由单独的切换机构单独控制，或者由单个切换机构同时控制。 描述其他实施例。