SHX : A novel Self-Healing medical diagnostic x-ray power source

• Research unit: INNOSUISSE
• Project number: 13736.1;4 PFFLR-LS

Short description (English)

SHX : A novel Self-Healing medical diagnostic x-ray power source

Short description (French)

SHX : A novel Self-Healing medical diagnostic x-ray power source

Abstract (English)

The project aims at developing an ultra-robust, low-cost and self-healing x-ray power generator for medical diagnostic imaging, based on high power/ power-density storage systems (e.g. supercapacitors). This concept must permit usage in spite of power outages which are frequent in highly promising emerging countries¿ markets. The technology will include a novel circuit architecture for a 150 kV tube, with optimized power effectiveness. This concept will strengthen the current competitive position of the industrial partner and allow opening new markets.

Abstract (French)

The project aims at developing an ultra-robust, low-cost and self-healing x-ray power generator for medical diagnostic imaging, based on high power/ power-density storage systems (e.g. supercapacitors). This concept must permit usage in spite of power outages which are frequent in highly promising emerging countries¿ markets. The technology will include a novel circuit architecture for a 150 kV tube, with optimized power effectiveness. This concept will strengthen the current competitive position of the industrial partner and allow opening new markets.