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WO2020018515A1 - Systèmes et procédés de balayage de cargaison palettisée - Google Patents

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WO2020018515A1
WO2020018515A1 PCT/US2019/041969 US2019041969W WO2020018515A1 WO 2020018515 A1 WO2020018515 A1 WO 2020018515A1 US 2019041969 W US2019041969 W US 2019041969W WO 2020018515 A1 WO2020018515 A1 WO 2020018515A1
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  • Cargo screening is a known major weakness in current aviation security systems.
  • Traditional cargo screening solutions involve cutting open the shrink wrap around cargo pallets and performing a time-consuming trace screening, which is limited in the detection of explosives and the identification of anomalies within the palletized contents.
  • Conventional X- ray solutions provide limited views for anomaly detection and are challenged in providing automated detection capabilities.
  • Multi-view X-ray and pseudo/CT (Computer Tomography) approaches are also limited in anomaly and automated detection and tend to be cumbersome, costly, and have limited adoption.
  • Electron beam solutions are also limited in the amount of power available for scanning and are prohibitively expensive.
  • a scanning apparatus comprising a scanning platform including an emitter and a detector; a turntable configured to rotate responsive to control signals; a lift configured to change the vertical offset of the scanning platform relative to the turntable, responsive to control signals; and at least one processor.
  • the at least one processor is configured to receive imaging data from the detector; generate control signals for moving the scanning platform along a z-axis; generate control signals for rotating the turntable; and capture x-ray attenuation data for an object in three dimensions.
  • a scanning system for generating computer tomography (“CT”) images comprises at least one processor operatively connected to a memory, the at least one processor when executing configured to activate a rotating turntable; change a vertical offset of a scanning platform including an emitter and a detector, relative to the turntable; and receive x-ray attenuation data from the detector.
  • CT computer tomography
  • a method for capturing computer tomography (“CT”) images of an object comprises activating, by at least one processor, a rotating turntable; changing a vertical offset of a scanning platform including an emitter and a detector, relative to the turntable, responsive to control signals from the at least one processor; and receiving, by the at least one processor, x-ray attenuation data from the detector.
  • CT computer tomography
  • a non-transitory computer-readable medium comprising instruction, the instruction when executed cause a computer system to perform a method for capturing computer tomography (“CT”) images of an object.
  • the method comprises activating, by at least one processor, a rotating turntable; changing a vertical offset of a scanning platform including an emitter and a detector, relative to the turntable, responsive to control signals from the at least one processor; receiving, by the at least one processor, x-ray attenuation data from the detector; generating a three dimensional image of an object from the x-ray attenuation data.
  • FIG. 1 is an external view of a scanning system, according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 2 is an internal view of a scanning system, according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 3 illustrates example dimensions of a scanning system, according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 4 is a view of an entry portion of a scanning system, according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 5 is an example of components included in a scanning platform, according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 6 is an example process flow for capturing CT data, according to one embodiment
  • FIGs. 7-18 illustrate a hypothetical execution of the scanning functions described herein
  • FIG. 19 is a block diagram of a computer system on which various functions can be implemented.
  • FIGs 20A-D illustrate a side view of example support members for supporting a scanning platform
  • FIGs. 21A-C illustrate a top down view of examples of engagement between a lifting assembly and support members
  • FIG 22A illustrates a top down view of a scanning system according to some embodiments
  • FIG 22B-C illustrate side views of a scanning system according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 23 is an example process flow for capturing scan data, according to one embodiment.
  • the scanning system includes a conveyor that accepts palletized objects from a forklift or other machinery.
  • the conveyor moves the pallet through an entry aperture that can, in some examples, facilitate positioning of the pallet received from the forklift on the center of the conveyor.
  • the entry aperture is sized to accommodate large pallets (e.g., C class pallets as defined by TSA). In other embodiments, the entry aperture can be sized to accommodate larger objects (e.g., larger width, height, and/or length).
  • the pallet is positioned by the conveyor under a scanning platform. For example, the pallet is positioned in the open space defined within a rotation member having a CT emitter and detector array.
  • the object is scanned from all angles via the rotation of the rotation member, and scanned at all heights (e.g., along its Z axis) by raising or lowering the scanning platform.
  • a scanning platform maintains an at rest position just above the height of an expected object (e.g., including the height of any base on which the object rests).
  • the scanning platform can be lowered to the height of a pallet and a CT scan captured as the emitter and detector arrays are rotated around the object and raised along the object’s height.
  • a variety of detection algorithms can be used to analyze the returned scan information. For example, the detection algorithms can be used to identify potential explosives, weapons, anomalies in the object, among a number of other options.
  • the scanning system may include a conveyor that accepts objects that are to be scanned from a forklift or other machinery.
  • the objects may be palletized cargo, for example, the object may be positioned on a base which may be a pallet.
  • the scanning system may include an entry aperture.
  • the conveyor may move the objects through the entry aperture which may, in some examples, facilitate positioning of the object received from the forklift on the center of the conveyor.
  • the entry aperture may be sized to accommodate large pallets (e.g., C class pallets as defined by TSA). In other embodiments, the entry aperture can be sized to accommodate larger objects (e.g., larger width, height, and/or length), and may also accept and position smaller objects.
  • the object Once through the entry, the object may be positioned by the conveyor on a turntable.
  • the turntable may be circular.
  • the turntable may include a lift, or may be positioned over a lift.
  • the object may be at least partially positioned using rollers which surround the turntable.
  • the object may be positioned under a scanning platform.
  • the object may be positioned in open space defined by such a scanning platform.
  • the platform may include a CT emitter and a detector array or multiple arrays.
  • the object may be rotated by the turntable around a vertical axis, so that the object may be scanned from all angles (e.g., the object may be rotated about its Z axis).
  • the scanning platform may be raised and/or lowered along the vertical axis such that the object may be scanned at all heights (e.g., the platform may move along the Z axis).
  • the object may be raised and/or lowered by the turntable along the vertical axis such that the object may be scanned at all heights (e.g., the turntable may move along the Z axis) while the turntable is rotating.
  • a scanning platform maintains an at rest position just above the height of an expected object (e.g., including the height of any base on which the object rests).
  • the scanning platform can be lowered to the height of a pallet and a CT scan captured as the object is rotated by the turntable and raised along the object’s height.
  • a scanning platform maintains an at rest position just above the height of an expected object (e.g., including the height of any base on which the object rests).
  • the scanning platform can be lowered to the height of the object and a CT scan captured as the object is rotated by the turntable and lowered along the object’s height to the height of the pallet.
  • a variety of detection algorithms can be used to analyze the returned scan information.
  • the detection algorithms can be used to identify potential explosives, weapons, anomalies in the object, among a number of other options.
  • the scanning system can be positioned over a well, depression or hole.
  • the scanning platform e.g., emitters and detectors can be position below the entry height of the object to be scanned (e.g., at or below conveyor belt height).
  • the turntable can be configured to lower the object into the emission plane of a fixed scanning platform while rotating the object to be scanned. Once complete 3D image data is obtained, the object can be raised back to conveyor belt height and advanced through the system.
  • the scanning platform occupies an unobstructed position.
  • the pallet or object can be moved automatically by the conveyor through an exit aperture, while subsequent objects are being transitioned into the scanning area through the entry aperture.
  • Various models of some embodiments indicate scanning rates in excess of 20 pallets or skids per hour.
  • Fig. 1 illustrates an external view of an example embodiment of a scanning system 100.
  • a palletized object or pallet e.g., supported on a skid
  • the conveyor feeds the pallet into an entrance tunnel 104.
  • the conveyor 102 can be motorized and operate automatically.
  • the conveyor can be triggered upon detection of a threshold weight on the conveyor (e.g., greater than weight of a skid).
  • a threshold weight on the conveyor e.g., greater than weight of a skid.
  • Various sensors are available for weigh detection, and a computer system (not shown) may control conveyor operation responsive to weight, motion detection, etc.).
  • additional positioning bars may be constructed within or around the entrance frame 104.
  • the positioning bars can be constructed to ensure a standard size pallet (e.g., class C pallet) is positioned in the center of the conveyor.
  • the positioning bars can continue into the scanning frame 106 to ensure centering of an object.
  • a scanning platform or CT gantry is housed within the scanning frame 106. The scanning platform or CT gantry is shown and described with greater detail below with respect to Fig. 2.
  • the conveyor positions the pallet in the center of the scanning frame 106.
  • the scanning platform or CT gantry can be lowered into a scanning position at the base of the object.
  • X-ray emitters and detectors are rotated about the object as the scanning platform is raised over the height of the object.
  • the resulting data can be directly visualized as a three dimensional model of the contents of the scanned object. Further processing can include anomaly or threat detection based on the scan data.
  • scans of the object are executed from the base of the object to the top of the object, although scanning can occur in the opposite direction.
  • the scanning platform is returned to a position above the object, permitting the object to be moved through an exit tunnel 108 on the conveyor.
  • the positioning of the scan platform above the object to be scanned allows for efficient introduction of pallets and queuing of subsequent pallets/objects to be scanned.
  • the conveyor can have multiple independent sections that enable feeding of a first object and queuing of a second object, such that as the first object is scanned the next object travels only a short distance to a centered position under the scanning platform.
  • Fig. 2 shows an example internal view of an embodiment of the scanning system (e.g., 100 of Fig. 1), and in particular the CT gantry 200 housed within a scanning frame 202.
  • the CT gantry 200 can include a scanning subsystem comprising an x-ray emitter 204 and a plurality of detectors 206, the emitter and some detectors positioned on opposite ends a rotating member 208. Addition detectors may also positioned adjacent or around the emitter to capture return signals.
  • the rotating member 208 is a circular member, and the emitter and at least some detectors are positioned on opposite sides of the circular rotating member 208.
  • x-ray attenuation data obtained by passing x-rays through an object allow construction of a model of the scanned object.
  • the CT gantry 200 can be lowered (e.g., arrow 210) into a scan position at the base of the object 214. Scanning can commerce and include rotation of the emitter and detectors around the object 214. Then the CT gantry 200 is raised (e.g., arrow 212), which can occur a rate of 1.5 cm/s to provide a scan rate of approximately 27 C-sized objects per hour.
  • the CT gantry or scanning platform can be constructed and include some off the shelf components, for example, a 320 kilovolt 4500 watt high voltage power supply pair which provides l4mA of current and matching x-ray.
  • increased voltage sources can be used to improve scanning penetration on an object and assist with scanning of higher density objects (e.g., 450 kilovolt 4500 watt supply).
  • the scanning platform is constructed to allow switching between the lower voltage x-ray source and the higher voltage x-ray source.
  • Additional embodiment can use any x-ray source at any power level, within a horizontally oriented CT gantry, and the 320 and 450 kv sources are examples for illustration.
  • Other embodiments can also incorporate multiple energy sources or multiple energy detectors (some detectors are configured for dual energy detection and further detectors can be configured for more than two energies).
  • obtaining dual energy readings can be done either by using two difference sources or using filtered detectors or energy measuring detectors.
  • the system and/or CT gantry can be single or multi-energy discriminating, with correspond processing algorithms.
  • the scanning platform includes a plurality of rows of x-ray detectors (e.g., 6 rows can be used to provide 1.94 millimeters of resolution at isocenter) e.g., at 206.
  • the power supply, x-ray, source, and detectors can include a 320kV X-ray source with a 2mm Focal Spot and 6 rows of cadmium tungstate (CdW04) detectors - which together provide the 1.94-millimeter resolution at isocenter.
  • CdW04 cadmium tungstate
  • fewer detectors may be used (e.g., 4 rows of 1024 detectors can be used), also in other examples additional detectors can be used to improve scan resolution and/or scanning speed.
  • multiple scanning platforms each with their own emitter and detectors can be utilized to scan an object at multiple heights simultaneously.
  • the use of multiple scan platforms provides increased scan speed, although the increased scan speed can be accompanied by additional complexity in the architecture and control algorithms.
  • known reconstruction algorithms can be used in conjunction with the horizontally oriented scan platform and resulting scan data.
  • known reconstruction algorithm from the DETECTTM Checkpoint Scanner can be integrated into the disclosed scanning systems.
  • DETECTTM Checkpoint Scanner detection algorithms can also be integrated. Further examples execute a Stratovan-compliant Digital Imaging and Communication in Security (“DICOS”) standard imaging protocol, and yet other examples can include DETECTTM Operator Controls and Display Checkpoint interface displays.
  • DIOS Digital Imaging and Communication in Security
  • a Common GUI can be provided for use with the system (e.g., compliant with TSA guidelines for GUI interfaces). Further embodiments are also configured with standard serial test interface program (STIP) interfaces, providing utilization consistent with existing and any future capabilities - which, for example, include associated cyber security applications that are compliant with TSA standards.
  • Fig. 3 shows an example embodiment of the scanning system 300 and associated dimensions.
  • the entry aperture 302 can be constructed to accommodate class C objects (as well as larger dimensioned objects).
  • the scan frame 304 is constructed so class C objects can be moved underneath a scanning platform (not shown), and the exit aperture 306 also constructed so the scanned objects can be easily removed from the scanning system. Additional embodiments include sizing to accommodate taller objects, for example, up to eight four inches adding approximately 20 inches to each height dimension (e.g., 308 and 316) shown in Fig. 3.
  • the dimensions for the entry can include at 308 ninety five inches, by seventy eight inches at 310.
  • the scan frame can measure one hundred thirty seven inches at 312, one hundred eighteen inches at 314, and one hundred twenty inches at 316, with the exit aperture 306 sized similarly to the entry aperture 302.
  • class A Small defined as 49cm Long x 9lcm Wide x 38cm High, up to 50 kg (19.29” Long x 35.83” Wide x 14.96” High
  • class B Medium defined as 80cm Long x l20cm Wide x 60 cm High, up to 100 kg (31.5” Long x 47.25” Wide x 23.62” High)
  • class C Large defined as l22cm long x l22cm Wide x 153 High, up to lOOOkg (48.03” Long x 48.03” Wide x 60.25” High).
  • various scanning systems must achieve scan rates for each class including: A - 50 pallets/hr; B - 50 pallets/hr; and C 20 pallets/hr.
  • Various embodiments of the scanning system provide the identified scan rates for each class and/or exceed the identified scan rates.
  • the scanning system addresses the most challenging C size cargo pallets (of 48 inch by 48-inch-wide by 65 inch high), for example, based on the dimensions described in Fig. 3.
  • Additional embodiments provide for scanning of objects of greater height.
  • various embodiments are dimensioned to receive and scan objects measuring up to thirty six inches by thirty six inches (length by width) and having a height of up to eight four inches.
  • the scanning system architecture minimizes the size of the Gantry/slipring needed to provide a rotating CT member, and further maximizes the photon energy penetrating the object to be scanned (e.g., a pallet).
  • Various implementations also enable the ability to scan as objects in as little time as 110 seconds per pallet (assuming 65 inch height). To provide a benchmark with the 110 seconds to scan, adding in the time to move the pallet into place for scanning, embodiments of the current system can scan as many as 27 pallets per hour. Further embodiments can improve this rate using, for example, additional detector rows.
  • the system includes a horizontally mounted Computed Tomography scanning array that is moved up and down on at least a pair of supports.
  • the movement up and down (e.g., along a z-axis) can be executed by commercially available motorized lifts responsive to control signals provided by the system.
  • the opening of the CT scanning platform or CT gantry (e.g., 200, Fig. 2) accommodates 48 inch x 48 inch pallets - which can be lifted above the pallet’s 65 inch height, allowing the pallet to be moved into position underneath the platform or gantry. Once an object is positioned, the CT gantry is lowered around the pallet to perform the full 3D CT scan in approximately 110 seconds.
  • Various embodiments are constructed with detectors that provide 1.94 -millimeter resolution at isocenter (e.g., 6 rows of 1024 detectors), which provides extremely high resolution to detect anomalies and offers a high level of automatic target recognition based on the pallet density.
  • Some additional embodiments can provide a lower resolution and/or provide decreased scan time using the same power, x-ray source, and detectors.
  • Modelling of known pallet characteristic provide data that indicates current embodiments can scan over 80% of all pallet types and automate the detection of items such as weapons, narcotics, and explosives, among other options.
  • the architecture of various embodiment is quite resilient and provides for over lO-year expected operational life.
  • Fig. 4 is an example embodiment of entry portion 400 for a scanning system.
  • some embodiments include guide ramps for position the objects to be scanned in the center of the entry.
  • Additional embodiments can include actuators for moving scanned objects into a scanning space (e.g., into the open space defined by a scanning platform).
  • the scanning system can include visual detectors to confirm a scanned object is within the defined open space, and avoid collisions between scanning elements and the object.
  • Fig. 5 shows example components of a rotate-rotate CT design and supporting gantry 500.
  • a welded-tube steel gantry 500 with a traditional CT bearing 502 is used to support and rotate the scanning components of the system (e.g., emitter and detectors).
  • the large bearings construction has been selected based on historic performance - and has performed extremely reliably in the field.
  • the rotation speed is 60 RPM effectuated by a rotation motor 510 to support the penetration and resolution targets.
  • Further examples are constructed to provide streamlined architecture having a reasonable resulting detector pitch.
  • FIG. 5 For embodiments, power and control signals are transmitted to the rotating portion using a traditional CT slip ring 504.
  • a non-contact capacitive data-link 506 is configured to transmit data.
  • Various embodiments are constructed with a two (2) meter wide gantry frame 508 that provides the needed clearance for scanning large (e.g., class C) pallets. Not shown in Fig. 5, the x-ray source and detector spine assembly are mounted on the opposite side of the gantry.
  • imaging chain software is implemented to provide conversion of raw CT projections into 3D representations.
  • imaging chain software executes on the system that is configured to convert raw CT projections into an image.
  • the converted image can also be presented and analyzed by various automated detection algorithms.
  • the system can be configured to provide off-line image reconstruction (i.e., off load computational work to other computer system), as well as configuration to execute image construction/conversion in near real time.
  • the system uses the complete set of projection data for reconstruction and display of full three-dimensional image sets, that can be rotated and viewed from any angle is a user display.
  • Three-dimensional image construction also enables for the interrogation of items that are behind other items in the display.
  • Further embodiments allow many objects to be cleared that would normally trigger shield alarms in conventional x-ray and multi- view x-ray systems.
  • objects that are difficult to recognize from a particular view can always be rotated to the ideal angle for object recognition.
  • Further embodiments include various application programming interfaces implementing the TSA DICOS standard for image file transfers, which enables simplified remote screening and multi-operator viewing.
  • the generated image is available for direct display on the system.
  • the image can be displayed directly on a screen attached to the scanning system.
  • the image will be analyzed with software detection algorithms for automated threat detection.
  • threat/anomaly detection is executed, the display of the image can be highlight to show any potential issues, area that could not be scanned, matches to threat profiles, etc., which can include automated weapons detection.
  • the scan time for a C-pallet is approximately 110 seconds. This scan time thus is available for reconstruction and analysis of the image - even before presenting it to the operator in near real time.
  • Fig. 6 illustrates an example process flow 600 capturing CT data.
  • the process flow 600 can be executed by a scanning system (e.g., shown Figs. 1-5).
  • Process 600 begins at 602 with loading an object (e.g., a pallet) to be scanned onto a conveyor belt.
  • the system can detect the presence of the object (e.g., via weight, light or motion sensors, among other examples).
  • the conveyor belt is activated to advance the object into a scanning area.
  • the conveyor feed and exit moves at a speed of 20 cm/sec.
  • Such conveyors are can be used with conventional x-ray cargo pallet scanners, and are capable of moving the object into position for the Horizontal CT in approximately twenty-five (25) seconds from initial loading.
  • follow-on objects e.g., pallets
  • follow-on objects can be staged and centered for scanning within another ten (10) seconds by queuing the objects on the conveyor.
  • the actual time for the CT subsystem to be lowered into position and to scan an entire 65 inch high pallet is approximately 8.3 seconds and the scan time per C pallet is 110 seconds.
  • the system provides before any margin, a throughput of up to 27 pallets per hour using six (6) rows of detectors.
  • another option includes reduce the number of rows to only four (4) to create additional resource benefits.
  • to provide a target scan rate of at least 20 pallets per hour with a comfortable safety margin one design is constructed with six (6) detector rows.
  • positioning ramps are constructed on either side of the conveyor belt to facilitate centering of the object in the CT area.
  • actuators or push arms can be configured to center the object.
  • various sensors can facilitate or validate a centered position.
  • a CT Gantry is lowered to the bottom of the object (e.g., pallet) and the imaging of the pallet begins at 612.
  • the CT gantry is triggered to rotate at a speed of 60 revolutions per minute (RPM) (e.g., which is sufficient to obtain the 360° scan at a pitch of 1.29).
  • RPM revolutions per minute
  • the CT gantry or scanning platform is moved upward.
  • the movement of the gantry is executed at a rate of 1.5 cm/second to complete the entire scan.
  • lifting motors are given control signals to lower the gantry or platform into place and then raise the gantry or platform to fully scan the object.
  • the radiation doors can open at 616, and the object exits the CT area by operation of the conveyor belt.
  • the queued object enters the CT area as the first object leave, re- executing steps 608 on.
  • the generated image is displayed to an end user in near instantaneous time as the reconstruction occurs incrementally during the pallet scan (e.g., at 620).
  • cadmium tungstate (CdW04) is employed to provide a detector with high stopping power.
  • the detectors are constructed with a size of 3.8 mm 3 to provide after magnification a 1.94 mm 3 resolution at isocenter.
  • the design incorporates six (6) rows of 1024 Detectors to cover the required Field of View.
  • Each detector block will consist of 128 detectors and be aligned into a detector assembly (referred to as the“Spine Assembly”).
  • Each detector block includes associated Analog to Digital converters and the boards are mounted in the spine assembly to allow for easy maintenance.
  • the system has built-in graceful degradation and can operate with up to 3% non- adjacent failed detectors.
  • the large capacity cargo scanner can include a calculated scatter subtraction in addition to any hardware anti-scatter system (scattered photons are expected to peak at an energy just below 300keV). At this energy, anti-scatter plates can be used but combined with additional software based subtraction to enable a low scatter fraction for accurate determination of density.
  • the design of the anti-scatter system includes analysis of the output of the live simulation study and test program. Various embodiments are provided to handle different peak energy levels to cover scenarios having varying peak energies.
  • Table I provides size information in mm for multiple classes of scanned objects - Class A, Class B, and Class C.
  • Table II details example dimenstions for one embodiment of a scanning system.
  • Table III details example dimensions according to one embodiment of the scanning system.
  • Table IV provides example computations for a pitch value according to one embodiment.
  • Table V describes example calculations for estimating a time to complete a full scan for each class of object (Class A - 25.33, Class B - 40.00, and Class C 110.07), according to one embodiment.
  • Table VI describes example calculations to determine a scan throughput for each class of scanned objects, according to one embodiment.
  • the inventors when designing a CT system for the three dimensional analysis of cargo pallets, the inventors realized that the solution was not just a repackaging of a previous explosive detection system (“EDS”) design. As such, the inventors evaluated potential options and concluded that a horizontally mounted approach would limit the size of the gantry and maximize the x-ray power that can be applied to the pallet being scanned.
  • the inventors selected a source (x-ray) that balanced the requirements for penetration and resolution while offering a suitable solution to a majority (>80%) of the technical requirements for scanning pallets.
  • various embodiments were constructed so that increased voltage/x-ray source generators could be readily swapping in if x-ray source requirements need to expand.
  • Further embodiments incorporate a detector array designed with sufficient resolution for both anomaly and automated explosive detection. The array provides enough channels to image an entire pallet in 110 seconds and provide images at isocenter with a resolution of 1.94 mm.
  • FIG. 7 - 17 Shown in Figures 7 - 17 is a hypothetical execution of scanning operations conducted on multiple pallets.
  • a pallet is deposited on the conveyor, and moved into a scanning area in Fig. 8.
  • the scanning platform begins to rotate and scan the object in Fig. 9, and in this example execution scanning from top to bottom.
  • Figures 10-13 show the scanning platform moving towards the bottom of the pallet, and once the scan is complete returning to an upper position at Fig. 14.
  • Figures 15 and 16 illustrate the scanned object leaving the scanning area with a new pallet coming into the scanning area for scanning.
  • Fig. 17 shows the scanned pallet exiting the scanning system for pickup by a forklift in Fig. 18.
  • a scanning system may include at least one component described according to the foregoing embodiments of the present application, and/or may be configured and/or arranged substantially similar to previously described embodiments in at least one aspect.
  • Figs. 22A-22C shown an illustrative example of an alternative configuration according to the present application.
  • Figs. 22A-22C show a scanning system 1100.
  • scanning system 1100 is a horizontal CT scanning system.
  • the scanning system is configured to scan objects, which may be any objects described according to the foregoing, for example, palletized cargo.
  • Fig, 22A is a top view of scanning system 1100.
  • the illustrative embodiment shown in Figs. 22A-22C show a first object to be scanned 1130 on a first pallet 1132 and a second object to be scanned 1140 on a second pallet 1142.
  • Scanning system 1100 may include various components.
  • scanning system 1100 may include a first conveyor 1102.
  • An object 1130 for example, a palletized object or an object for scanning can be placed on the first conveyor 1102.
  • the first conveyor 1102 may be arranged substantially similar to the conveyor 102.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include an optional entrance tunnel (not shown).
  • the entrance frame may be arranged substantially similar to the entrance frame 104.
  • various portions of the frame and structure can be constructed of shielding material to absorb, deflect, reflect, or deaden transmission of x-ray energy.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include an optional scanning frame (not shown).
  • the scanning frame may be arranged substantially similar to the scanning frame 106.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include an optional exit tunnel (not shown). In at least one aspect, the exit tunnel may be configured substantially similar to the exit tunnel 108.
  • the scanning system may include a second conveyor 1110. In at least one aspect, the second conveyor may be configured substantially similar to the conveyor 102.
  • the scanning system 1100 may be mounted on a mounting surface 1190, which may be, for example, a floor.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include an optional entry portion (not pictured) configured substantially similar in at least one aspect to the entry portion 400 described with respect to Fig. 4.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include a scanning platform 1200.
  • the scanning platform 1200 may be arranged substantially similar to a scanning platform or CT gantry described with respect to the foregoing, for example, the CT gantry 200.
  • the scanning platform 1200 may be substantially rigid.
  • the scanning platform 1200 may be substantially rigid to ensure that components remain in substantially the same arrangement relative to each other in embodiments in which the scanning platform moves.
  • the scanning platform 1200 may include an opening configured to accept C-type (48 length by 48 inch width by 66 inch height) pallets.
  • the scanning platform 1200 may include various components.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include a turntable 1120.
  • the turntable may be disposed within a scanning frame, and/or may be positioned under a scanning platform 1200.
  • the turntable 1120 may include a turntable conveyor 1122 configured to move objects onto and off of the turntable.
  • the turntable 1120 may be configured to rotate an object about a vertical axis.
  • the turntable 1120 may include or be mounted on a lift which configured to raise and lower an object disposed on the turntable.
  • the turntable 1120 may be circular, which may reduce a spatial volume the turntable intersects while rotating.
  • the turntable 1120 may be surrounded by rollers configured to move objects onto and off of the turntable and/or onto or off of a conveyor.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include a scan position.
  • a scan position may be on the turntable 1120. In some embodiments, the scan position is substantially centered on the turntable 1200.
  • the scan position may be under the scanning platform 1200, for example, under an opening in the scanning platform. In some embodiments, the scan position may be substantially centered in the opening of the scanning platform.
  • An object may be moved into and out of the scan position during the scan.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include a scanning area..
  • the scanning area may be defined by the turntable 1120, for example, by the area of the turntable.
  • the scanning area may be defined by the scanning platform 1200, for example, the scanning area may be defined by an area under opening in the scanning platform.
  • An object may be moved into and out of the scanning area during a scan.
  • the turntable 1120 may rotate at various rates.
  • the rotation speed of a turntable 1120 may be 20-40 RPM effectuated by a rotation motor included in or disposed adjacent to the turntable.
  • the rotation speed may be less than 20 RPM, greater than 40 RPM, or in some embodiments, between 20 and 40 RPM.
  • the rotation speed may support the penetration and resolution targets.
  • Further examples are constructed to provide streamlined architecture having a reasonable resulting detector pitch.
  • detector pitch is used and is defined as a change in offset between the turntable and the scanning platform during one 360° turntable rotation divided by beam collimation.
  • the pitch of the scanning system 1100 may be between greater than 1.0, less than 2.5, or, in some embodiments, between 1.0 and 2.5, for example, 1.8. In some embodiments, the pitch may be 0, that is to say, a scan may include one or more full rotations at one or more different heights.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include at least one lift.
  • the one or more lifts may be configured to change the vertical offset of the scanning platform 1200 relative to the turntable 1120.
  • the scanning system 1100 includes three lifts 1240 configured to change the vertical position of the scanning platform 1200, which, when the vertical position of the turntable 1120 is held constant or changed at a different rate, changes the vertical offset of the scanning platform relative to the turntable.
  • the application is not limited in this respect, and one or more lifts may be configured to change the vertical position of the turntable 1120.
  • the lifts 1240 may be commercially available motorized lifts configured to be responsive to control signals provided by the scanning system. Lifts may be centered about a center of mass of the scanning platform 1200 or the center of mass of the turntable 1120. In some embodiments, the motion of the scanning platform may be guided by at least one support.
  • the scanning platform 1200 may include an x-ray emitter assembly.
  • the x-ray emitter assembly may include at least one x-ray emitter 1210.
  • the scanning platform may include a plurality of x-ray emitters.
  • the x-ray emitter 1210 may be configured substantially similar to the x-ray emitter 204.
  • the x-ray emitter 1210 may be an x-ray tube.
  • an x-ray tube may have a 1.5 millimeter focal spot.
  • the emitter 1210 may be a 600 KeV 1500 Watt source, and may have a beam angle of 40 degrees.
  • the emitter 1210 may emit x-ray beams arranged in a beam plane, for example beam plane 1270.
  • the emitter 1210 may be arranged at an offset distance from an object to be scanned. The offset distance may be chosen based on object size and beam angle.
  • the emitter may be chosen based on the desired beam energy, for example, higher beam energies may be used in applications where increased penetration is required. Higher power emitters may be desired for scanning of frozen items, for example, frozen foods, or for scanning metallic objects, for example, machinery.
  • the scanning platform may include at least a first detector assembly 1220.
  • the first detector assemble may be an x-ray detector assembly.
  • the x-ray detector assembly may include at least one x-ray detector 1222.
  • the first detector assembly 1120 may include a plurality of x-ray detectors 1222 arranged in the beam plane 1270.
  • the scanning system 1100 may be configured using detectors or arrangements of detectors which are substantially similar in at least one aspect to detectors or arrangements of detectors according to other previous embodiments of the present application.
  • detectors may be arranged in 6 rows of 1024 detectors and provide 1.94 millimeters of resolution at isocenter,
  • detector arrangements may be configured based on an emitter arrangement.
  • detectors may be arranged according to beam angle and offset from an emitter, that is to say, detectors may be arranged such that they fall within a beam plane of one or more emitters and/or detectors may be arranged such that each detector is disposed substantially the same distance from an emitter, for example, in a convex, curved arrangement.
  • the x-ray detector assembly may further include x-ray shielding.
  • x-ray shielding In some embodiments, increased penetration of high-energy x-rays requires detectors with significant stopping power.
  • cadmium tungstate (CdW04) is employed to provide a detector with high stopping power. Increased shielding or stopping power may be used with higher power emitters.
  • the use of multiple scanning platforms may provide increased scan speed. Increased scan speed from the use of multiple scanning platforms may be accompanied by additional complexity in the architecture and control algorithms.
  • emitter 1210 and at least some detectors 1222 are positioned on opposite sides of the scanning platform.
  • x-ray attenuation data obtained by passing x-rays through an object allow construction of a model of the scanned object.
  • the scanning system 1100 may further include a high voltage power supply (HVPS) 1230.
  • HVPS high voltage power supply
  • Fig 22A-22C show a scanning system 1100 including two high voltage power supplies 1230.
  • a HVPS 1230 may be configured substantially similar to other high voltage power supplies described according to the forgoing.
  • a scanning system 1100 may include HVPS pair which may be an off the shelf component, which may be a 320 kilovolt 4500 watt high voltage power supply which provides l4mA of current and matching x-ray.
  • increased voltage sources can be used to improve scanning penetration on an object and assist with scanning of higher density objects, for example, 450 kilovolt 4500 watt supplies.
  • the scanning system 1100 is constructed to allow switching between the lower voltage x-ray source and the higher voltage x-ray source.
  • the HVPS 1230 may be electrically coupled to and/or provide power to both the x-ray emitter 1210 and/or the detector assembly 1220, as well as to other electrical components of the scanning system 1100.
  • the HVPS may be configured in different arrangements relative to the scanning platform 1200.
  • the HVPS 1230 may be mechanically coupled to the scanning platform 1200 and/or disposed on the scanning platform such that the HVPS moves along with the scanning platform when the scanning platform moves.
  • the application is not limited in this respect, and the HVPS 1230 may be arranged in configurations where it does not move along with the scanning platform 1200.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include a higher powered HVPS, which may enable higher penetration by an emitter.
  • the scanning system 1100 may be at least partially enclosed by at least one structure to limit radiation.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include shielding, for example a shielding wall or a radiation door which can open and close.
  • the scanning system 1100 may include a structure configured to limit access to an area surrounding the scanning system, for example, a setback fence which may be configured to provide a setback distance from the scanning system.
  • the scanning system 1100 may be disposed below a surface, for example, in a void or hole in the ground, which may both contribute to shielding and to limit access to an area surrounding the scanning system.
  • an object 1130 may positioned by the first conveyor 1102 in the center of the scanning frame.
  • the object 1130 may be on a pallet 1132.
  • the object 1130 may be positioned by the first conveyor 1102 onto turntable 1120.
  • the scanning platform 1200 may be lowered into a scanning position at the top of the object, the base of the object, or another height relative to the object.
  • the object 1130 may be rotated on the turntable and the x-ray emitter 1210 and the detectors 1222 may be raised and/or lowered with the scanning platform 1200 along the height of the object.
  • the scan may begin at the top of the object 1130 and end at the bottom of the object.
  • the scan begin at the bottom of the object 1130 and end at the top of the object.
  • the scanning platform 1200 and/or the turntable may each be lowered (e.g., arrow 1282) and/or raised (e.g., arrow 1284), depending on the scan direction.
  • Resulting data may be processed and/or visualized in at least one way.
  • the resulting data is directly visualized as a three dimensional model of the contents of the scanned object.
  • Further processing may include anomaly or threat detection based on the scan data.
  • Scan data may include x-ray attenuation data.
  • scans of the object are executed from the base of the object to the top of the object, although scanning may occur in the opposite direction.
  • reconstruction algorithms may be used in conjunction with scan data by scanning system 1100.
  • the scanning system 1100 may use reconstruction algorithms which are substantially similar in at least one aspect to reconstruction algorithms described according to previous embodiments.
  • detection algorithms may be implemented by scanning system 1100.
  • the scanning system 1100 may use detection algorithms which are substantially similar in at least one aspect to detection algorithms described according to previous embodiments.
  • system 1100 may implement various software applications, for example, imaging plane software, three-dimensional image construction, and/or the displaying of a three-dimensional image, as described with respect to previous embodiments.
  • Imaging may include a resolution of 1.94 millimeters at isocenter, a slice thickness of 2 millimeters, and a voxel size of 2 millimeters.
  • Figs. 22A-22C illustrate some example dimensions of the scanning system 1100.
  • dimension 1292 may indicate a maximum width of the scanning system 1100.
  • the dimension 1292 may indicate a width of a scanning frame and/or the scanning platform 1200.
  • the width may be along a direction substantially perpendicular to the motion of objects along a conveyor (e.g., first conveyor 1102 and/or second conveyor 1110) of the scanning system 1100.
  • the width may be arranged substantially parallel to a plane of a surface upon which the scanning system is disposed, for example, a floor.
  • the dimension 1292 be substantially 18 feet.
  • dimension 1292 may be other lengths, for example, greater than 16 feet, less than 20 feet, or, in some embodiments, between 16 and 20 feet.
  • dimension 1294 indicates an example for a maximum height of the scanning system 1100.
  • the dimension 1294 may indicate a height of a scanning frame and/or the scanning platform 1200.
  • the height may be along a direction substantially perpendicular to the motion of objects along a conveyor (e.g., first conveyor 1102 and/or second conveyor 1110) of the scanning system 1100.
  • the width may further be arranged substantially perpendicular to a plane of a surface upon which the scanning system is disposed, for example, a floor.
  • the dimension 1294 be between 10 and 11 feet, for example 11 feet.
  • dimension 1294 may be other lengths, for example, greater than 8 feet, less than 13 feet, or, in some embodiments, between 8 and 13 feet.
  • dimension 1296 may indicate a maximum length of the scanning platform 1200.
  • the length may be along a direction substantially parallel to the motion of objects along a conveyor (e.g., first conveyor 1102 and/or second conveyor 1110) of the scanning system 1100.
  • the dimension 1296 be substantially 8 feet.
  • the dimension 1296 be greater than 6 feet, less than 10 feet, or, in some embodiments, between 6 and 10 feet.
  • the scanning system 1100 may address the most challenging C size cargo pallets (of 48 inch by 48-inch-wide by 65 inch high), for example, based on the dimensions described in Figs. 22A-22C. Additional embodiments provide for scanning of objects of greater dimensions. For example, various embodiments are dimensioned to receive and scan objects measuring up to thirty six inches by thirty six inches (length by width) and having a height of up to eight four inches.
  • the scanning system architecture minimizes the size of scanning platform 1200 and scanning system 1100, which may further maximize the photon energy penetrating the object to be scanned (e.g., a pallet).
  • the scanning system 1100 may be used for scanning objects having frozen items, for example, frozen foods, or for objects having metallic objects, for example, machinery.
  • Fig 23 is an example process flow 2300, which may be executed by a scanning system (e.g., 1100). According to one embodiment, process 2300 may enable scanning of 8 or more, 10 or more, or, in some embodiments, 20 or more C-sized pallets per hour by the scanning system (e.g., 1100).
  • a scanning system e.g., 1100
  • process 2300 may enable scanning of 8 or more, 10 or more, or, in some embodiments, 20 or more C-sized pallets per hour by the scanning system (e.g., 1100).
  • Process 2300 begins at 2302 with loading an object (e.g., 1130), which may be on pallet (e.g., 1132), to be scanned onto a conveyor belt.
  • the system can detect the presence of the object 1130 (e.g., via weight, light or motion sensors, among other examples).
  • the conveyor belt is activated to advance the object 1130 into a scanning area.
  • the conveyor feed and exit belts move at a speed of 20 cm/sec.
  • Such conveyors are can be used with conventional x-ray cargo pallet scanners, and are capable of moving the object (e.g., 1130) into position for the scanning platform. In one example, the time to position takes approximately 25 seconds from initial loading.
  • follow-on objects e.g., pallets
  • positioning of subsequent objects can take approximately another 10 seconds by queuing the objects on the conveyor.
  • the actual time for the scanning platform to be lowered into position and to scan an entire (e.g., 65 inch high) pallet may be approximately 30 seconds.
  • the object e.g., 1130
  • the system can include radiation doors that may be shut for safety.
  • positioning ramps are constructed on either side of the conveyor belt and/or turntable to facilitate centering of the object in the CT area on the turntable 1120.
  • actuators or push arms can be configured to center the object.
  • various sensors can facilitate or validate a centered position.
  • the turntable 1120 can include locking members or anchors (not shown) configured to hold an object to be scanned in place.
  • a pallet may not have uniform weight distribution, and the anchors or locking members can be fixed (e.g., by pressure) to the base of the object to be scanned to ensure proper positioning during rotation.
  • the scanning platform 1200 is optionally lowered to the bottom of the object 1130, the top of the object, or another height of the object. In embodiments where the scanning platform 1200 is stationary, 2310 may not be executed.
  • the imaging of the object 1130 begins at 2312.
  • the turntable 1120 is triggered to rotate at a speed of 60 Revolution per Minute (RPM) (e.g., which is sufficient to obtain the 360° scan at a pitch of 1.29). Other embodiments, use different rotation speeds, for example, tailored to the pitch of the source).
  • RPM Revolution per Minute
  • a vertical offset between the scanning platform and the turntable is changed. In some embodiments, the scanning platform 1200 may be moved upward or downwards depending on the starting position of the scanning platform in 2310.
  • the scanning platform 1200 is at the bottom of the object 1130 at 2310, the scanning platform is moved upwards at 2314. If the scanning platform 1200 is at the top of the object 1130 at 2310, the scanning platform is moved downwards at 2314.
  • the object itself is both rotated and lifted or lowered to enable a full three dimension capture using a fixed position x-ray source.
  • the turntable 1120 may move the object 1130 upwards and downwards relative to a stationary scanning platform.
  • the scanning platform 1200 may raise and lower at a rate of 1.5 cm/second.
  • lifts are given control signals to lower the scanning platform 1200 into place and then raise the scanning platform to fully scan the object 1130, while the object is rotating.
  • the system can perform validation operations to confirm that an object is completely scanned and enough image data has been obtained to analyze, for example, any threats
  • any radiation doors can open at 2316, and the object exits the turntable by operation of a conveyor belt.
  • the queued object enters the CT area as the first object leave, re-executing steps 2308 on.
  • the generated image is displayed to an end user in near instantaneous time as the reconstruction occurs incrementally during the pallet scan (e.g., at 2320).
  • FIG. 19 An illustrative implementation of a computer system 1900 that may be used in connection with any of the embodiments of the disclosure provided herein is shown in FIG. 19.
  • the computer system 1900 may include one or more processors 1910 and one or more articles of manufacture that comprise non-transitory computer-readable storage media (e.g., memory 1920 and one or more non-volatile storage media 1930).
  • the processor 1910 may control writing data to and reading data from the memory 1920 and the non volatile storage device 1930 in any suitable manner.
  • the processor 1910 may execute one or more processor-executable instructions stored in one or more non- transitory computer-readable storage media (e.g., the memory 1920), which may serve as non-transitory computer-readable storage media storing processor-executable instructions for execution by the processor 1910.
  • non- transitory computer-readable storage media e.g., the memory 1920
  • program or“software” are used herein in a generic sense to refer to any type of computer code or set of processor-executable instructions that can be employed to program a computer or other processor to implement various aspects of embodiments as discussed above. Additionally, it should be appreciated that according to one aspect, one or more computer programs that when executed perform methods of the disclosure provided herein need not reside on a single computer or processor, but may be distributed in a modular fashion among different computers or processors to implement various aspects of the disclosure provided herein.
  • Processor-executable instructions may be in many forms, such as program modules, executed by one or more computers or other devices.
  • program modules include routines, programs, objects, components, data structures, etc. that perform particular tasks or implement particular abstract data types.
  • functionality of the program modules may be combined or distributed as desired in various embodiments.
  • data structures may be stored in one or more non-transitory computer-readable storage media in any suitable form.
  • data structures may be shown to have fields that are related through location in the data structure. Such relationships may likewise be achieved by assigning storage for the fields with locations in a non-transitory computer-readable medium that convey relationship between the fields.
  • any suitable mechanism may be used to establish relationships among information in fields of a data structure, including through the use of pointers, tags or other mechanisms that establish relationships among data elements.
  • inventive concepts may be embodied as one or more processes, of which examples (e.g., the processes described with reference to Fig. 3) have been provided.
  • the acts performed as part of each process may be ordered in any suitable way. Accordingly, embodiments may be constructed in which acts are performed in an order different than illustrated, which may include performing some acts simultaneously, even though shown as sequential acts in illustrative embodiments.
  • the phrase“at least one,” in reference to a list of one or more elements should be understood to mean at least one element selected from any one or more of the elements in the list of elements, but not necessarily including at least one of each and every element specifically listed within the list of elements and not excluding any combinations of elements in the list of elements.
  • This definition also allows that elements may optionally be present other than the elements specifically identified within the list of elements to which the phrase“at least one” refers, whether related or unrelated to those elements specifically identified.
  • “at least one of A and B” can refer, in one embodiment, to at least one, optionally including more than one, A, with no B present (and optionally including elements other than B); in another embodiment, to at least one, optionally including more than one, B, with no A present (and optionally including elements other than A); in yet another embodiment, to at least one, optionally including more than one, A, and at least one, optionally including more than one, B (and optionally including other elements); etc.
  • a reference to“A and/or B”, when used in conjunction with open-ended language such as “comprising” can refer, in one embodiment, to A only (optionally including elements other than B); in another embodiment, to B only (optionally including elements other than A); in yet another embodiment, to both A and B (optionally including other elements); etc.

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L'invention concerne des systèmes et des architectures de balayage CT utilisant une approche unique afin de balayer de grands objets. Divers modes de réalisation de l'architecture comprennent une plateforme de balayage et un plateau tournant. La plateforme de balayage peut être montée horizontalement. Le décalage vertical entre la plateforme de balayage et le plateau tournant peut être modifié pendant un balayage. Une palette ou un autre objet peut être déplacé dans une zone de balayage sous la plateforme de balayage. Le décalage vertical entre la plateforme de balayage et le plateau tournant peut être modifié et le plateau tournant peut être tourné pendant un balayage. Des données de balayage peuvent être utilisées pour générer une image tridimensionnelle. Des objets supplémentaires peuvent être positionnés rapidement (une fois que le décalage vertical est réglé) pour des balayages ultérieurs ce qui permet un plus grand débit que les approches classiques.
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