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¹Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique-Énergie, Matériaux et Télécommunications, Université du Québec, 1650 Lionel Boulet, Varennes J3X 1S2, Québec, Canada. fourmaux@emt.inrs.ca

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Area of Science:

Physics
Imaging Science
Materials Science

Background:

Laboratory-scale X-ray phase contrast imaging (XPCI) is hampered by lengthy exposure times.
High-quality imaging requires advanced X-ray sources and techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

To demonstrate high-quality X-ray phase contrast imaging using a novel X-ray source.
To overcome the limitation of long exposure times in laboratory-scale XPCI.

Main Methods:

Utilized Betatron X-ray radiation generated from laser-wakefield acceleration.
Employed a microfocus X-ray source (1.7 μm diameter) producing synchrotron radiation (E(c)=12.3±2.5 keV).
Acquired a single-shot phase contrast image of a complex object (a bee).

Main Results:

Achieved high-quality X-ray phase contrast imaging with a single laser shot.
Demonstrated the feasibility of imaging a complex object in air.
Characterized the Betatron X-ray source parameters (size, photon flux, spectrum).

Conclusions:

Betatron X-ray radiation offers a viable solution for rapid, high-quality XPCI at the laboratory scale.
This technique significantly reduces exposure times, enabling new applications.
The study presents a proof of principle for advanced X-ray imaging capabilities.