Specification Of Focal Spots And Factors Affecting Their Size

Frank Bernstein

doi:10.1117/12.954285

1 May 1974 Specification Of Focal Spots And Factors Affecting Their Size

Frank Bernstein

Proceedings Volume 0056, Medical X-Ray Photo-Optical Systems Evaluation; (1974) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.954285
Event: Medical X-Ray Photo-Optical Systems Evaluation, 1974, Columbia, United States

Abstract

The focal spots of x-ray tubes used for diagnostic radiology are currently receiv-ing a great deal of attention. While researching the history of focal spot specifications, I was surprised to find the following statement under a dateline of September 17, 1 942 (Ref. 1 ): "The subject of focal spots seems to be receiving an undue amount of discussion these days. Some of the discussion is not based on fact and we think some fundamental principles might be helpful. "

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Frank Bernstein "Specification Of Focal Spots And Factors Affecting Their Size", Proc. SPIE 0056, Medical X-Ray Photo-Optical Systems Evaluation, (1 May 1974); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.954285

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