Smith Gambrell & Russell LLP
System and method for an intensity modulated radiation therapy device
Systems and methods for low energy radiation x-ray radiation therapy system for use at a target within a cavity of a subject. In an aspect, the system uses an aperture shaping device used to shape the radiation beam from the low energy radiation source. In an aspect, the aperture shaping device includes a plurality of leaf assemblies which include leaves configured to form the aperture and engage the radiation beam. In an aspect, the present invention utilizes a geared mechanics approach to create an aperture using only one dial input. The design ensures that the field size of the collimator remains a constant shape as it is opened and closed. In an aspect, the overall size of the collimator may be scaled to accommodate various radiation therapy requirements.
University of Iowa Research Foundation
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Timothy J. Junyi Brennen N. Hongtao Yusung Ryan Bryan G.
Waldron Xia Wears Ding Kim Flynn Allen