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What is a primary disadvantage of single-phase power in x-ray generation?
What is a primary disadvantage of single-phase power in x-ray generation?
- It requires complex engineering for voltage adjustment.
- It produces a continuous high voltage waveform.
- It results in excessively high energy x-rays.
- It generates a pulsating x-ray beam with low penetrability. (correct)
How does three-phase power improve upon single-phase power in x-ray technology?
How does three-phase power improve upon single-phase power in x-ray technology?
- It produces two pulses every 1/60 s.
- It generates x-rays with zero energy fluctuations.
- It allows for the superimposition of multiple voltage waveforms. (correct)
- It eliminates the need for a high-voltage transformer.
What characteristic of high-frequency generators benefits x-ray imaging systems?
What characteristic of high-frequency generators benefits x-ray imaging systems?
- They rely solely on rectified power at 60 Hz.
- They reduce the energy levels of generated x-rays.
- They produce low frequency outputs similar to single-phase power.
- They convert full-wave rectified power to higher frequencies. (correct)
What effect does rectification have on the voltage waveform in a three-phase power system?
What effect does rectification have on the voltage waveform in a three-phase power system?
What is the frequency range typically associated with high-frequency generators in x-ray systems?
What is the frequency range typically associated with high-frequency generators in x-ray systems?
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What is the effect of single-phase power on an x-ray beam?
What is the effect of single-phase power on an x-ray beam?
Single-phase power in x-ray systems produces a pulsating x-ray beam due to voltage fluctuations from zero to maximum 120 times per second.
How does three-phase power improve the x-ray beam compared to single-phase?
How does three-phase power improve the x-ray beam compared to single-phase?
Three-phase power provides a more consistent high voltage, unlike single-phase which has significant voltage drops. This leads to a more stable x-ray beam.
How does high-frequency power work in x-ray systems?
How does high-frequency power work in x-ray systems?
High-frequency power converts regular 60 Hz power to a much higher frequency (500-25,000 Hz) for the x-ray tube. This results in a more efficient and stable x-ray beam.
Why are x-rays produced at low voltage not useful for diagnosis?
Why are x-rays produced at low voltage not useful for diagnosis?
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What is full-wave rectification in x-ray systems?
What is full-wave rectification in x-ray systems?
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Study Notes
X-Ray Generator Power Types
- X-ray tube power can be supplied in three ways: single-phase, three-phase, and high-frequency.
Single-Phase Power
- Produces a pulsating x-ray beam due to voltage fluctuations.
- Voltage oscillates between zero and maximum 120 times per second (full-wave rectification).
- X-rays produced when voltage is near zero have low energy and are less useful diagnostically.
- Lower penetrability, thus less useful.
- Three-phase power is one way to address this issue.
Three-Phase Power
- Achieved by wiring the high-voltage step-up transformer differently.
- Multiple voltage waveforms combine to produce a nearly constant high voltage.
- Results in a steadier, more consistent x-ray beam.
- Six pulses per 1/60th of a second, compared to two pulses with single-phase power.
- This means a more continuous and better quality x-ray beam.
High-Frequency Power
- Used increasingly in modern x-ray systems.
- Converts 60 Hz full-wave rectified power to a higher frequency (500-25,000 Hz).
- Then, transfers this high-frequency power to the high voltage section of the generator.
- This conversion to a higher frequency results in a smoother, more consistent x-ray beam, improving image quality.
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