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MRI - from basic knowledge to advanced strategies: hardware.

T A Carpenter1, E J Williams

  • 1Wolfson Brain Imaging Centre, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Box 65, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Hills Road, Cambridge CB2 2QQ, UK.

European Radiology
|July 23, 1999
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Advancements in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) imaging hardware, including magnet, gradient, radio-frequency, and computer systems, enable sophisticated magnetic resonance (MR) sequences for routine clinical use.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Imaging
  • Biophysics
  • Engineering

Background:

  • Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) imaging technology has seen significant hardware improvements.
  • These advancements facilitate the routine execution of complex magnetic resonance (MR) imaging sequences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in NMR imaging hardware.
  • To highlight the impact of these improvements on MR imaging capabilities.

Main Methods:

  • Focus on key hardware components: magnet, gradient, radio-frequency (RF), and computer systems.
  • Discuss technological innovations within each component.

Main Results:

  • Superconducting magnets offer low maintenance and high homogeneity.

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  • Optimized gradient systems provide enhanced spatial encoding and eddy current mitigation.
  • Advanced RF electronics ensure low noise and high accuracy for image formation.
  • Improved computer hardware supports demanding imaging processing requirements.

    • Conclusions:

    • Recent hardware innovations have significantly enhanced NMR imaging capabilities.
    • These improvements are crucial for the routine performance of sophisticated MR sequences.