A primer on theory and operation of linear accelerators in radiation therapy
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A primer on theory and operation of linear accelerators in radiation therapy
Medical Physics Publishing, c1998
2nd ed
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 37) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This short introductory book provides an overview of the components of the linear accelerator and how they function and interrelate. The auxiliary systems necessary to maintain the operation of the linac are also described. Ideal for students. This new edition has been reformatted for ease of reading, and includes new, larger illustrations, an index, and an updated Appendix of Representative Linac Treatment Units.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Energy Designation in Accelerators
3. An Elementary Linear Accelerator
4. A Comparison of Linacs with Diagnostic X-Ray Generators
5. Major Linac Modules and Components
6. Microwave Power Sources
Microwave Cavities
The Klystron
The Magnetron
7. The Waveguide and Circulator
8. Accelerator Structures
Traveling-Wave Accelerator Structures
Standing-Wave Accelerator Structures
9. Dual X-Ray Energy Mode Accelerators
Standing-Wave Accelerators
Traveling-Wave Accelerators
10. Bending Magnet
11. Treatment Heads
12. Retractable Beam Stopper
13. Functional Block Diagram and Auxiliary Systems
14. Operational Review
Bibliography
Index
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