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Using Synchrotron Radiation Microtomography to Investigate Multi-scale Three-dimensional Microelectronic Packages

Using Synchrotron Radiation Microtomography to Investigate Multi-scale Three-dimensional Microelectronic Packages

Published on: April 13, 2016

Quality control of micro-computed tomography systems.

L Eloot¹, N Buls, P Covens

¹Department of Radiology, UZ Brussel, Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090 Brussels, Belgium. liesbeth.eloot@uzbrussel.be

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Summary

A new micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) phantom was developed to evaluate scanner performance and optimize scan parameters for preclinical small animal studies. This phantom enables comprehensive assessment of key characteristics for improved imaging quality.

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Using Synchrotron Radiation Microtomography to Investigate Multi-scale Three-dimensional Microelectronic Packages

Using Synchrotron Radiation Microtomography to Investigate Multi-scale Three-dimensional Microelectronic Packages

Published on: April 13, 2016

Area of Science:

Medical Imaging
Biomedical Engineering
Radiology

Background:

Micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) is increasingly used in preclinical research.
A standardized method for evaluating micro-CT scanner performance is needed.
Optimizing scan parameters is crucial for accurate small animal imaging.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and validate a dedicated micro-CT phantom for scanner performance evaluation.
To assess key scanner characteristics including uniformity, linearity, contrast response, dosimetry, and resolution.
To provide a method for scan parameter optimization in preclinical micro-CT studies.

Main Methods:

Development of a multi-sectioned micro-CT phantom.
Utilized the phantom to measure scanner uniformity, linearity, contrast response, dosimetry, and resolution.
Systematic investigation of scanner performance using the dedicated phantom.

Main Results:

The developed phantom successfully allowed for the measurement of major scanner characteristics.
Performance evaluation of the micro-CT scanner was conducted.
Data on uniformity, linearity, contrast response, dosimetry, and resolution were obtained.

Conclusions:

The dedicated micro-CT phantom is an effective tool for scanner performance evaluation.
The phantom facilitates scan parameter optimization for preclinical small animal studies.
This method aids in ensuring reliable and high-quality micro-CT imaging in research settings.