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X-ray tube target

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5154837

This patent describes an x-ray tube. It comprises: a graphite or refractory metal body having a surface region on the body composed of an x-ray generating metallic layer for being impinged by electrons; and a diamond layer disposed between the x-ray generating metallic layer and the body.

Assignee:
General Electric Co., Milwaukee, WI (USA)
Patent Number(s):
US 4972449; A
Application Number:
PPN: US 7-495890
OSTI ID:
5154837
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English