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Area of Science:

Medical Physics
Materials Science
Oncology Research

Background:

Microradiotherapy requires advanced X-ray sources with precise control.
Existing X-ray technologies have limitations in temporal resolution and field shaping.

Purpose of the Study:

To report a novel carbon nanotube (CNT) field emission multipixel X-ray array source.
To evaluate its suitability for microradiotherapy in cancer research.

Main Methods:

Development of a 50-pixel CNT cathode array for electron field emission.
Generation of X-ray beams from individually controllable pixels.
Measurement of dose rate and comparison with Monte Carlo simulations.

Main Results:

Achieved a dose rate of >1.2 Gy/min per pixel beam.
Demonstrated high temporal resolution (millisecond level).
Showcased the ability to electronically shape radiation fields' form and intensity.

Conclusions:

The CNT multipixel X-ray array is a promising tool for microradiotherapy.
Its features offer significant advantages over conventional X-ray sources.
The technology supports advanced cancer research applications.