单光子发射型计算机断层成像

探讨了单光子发射型计算机断层成像的原理与图像特点。     

自适应发射光谱体层析技术重建三维等离子体场

提出一种基于多目标优化原理的自适应权重因子调节发射光谱体层析图像重建新算法SVRT(Self_adap tiveVolumeReconstructionTechnique)。通过计算机数值模拟,考察了该算法对非对称单峰发射系数场分布的重建效果。结果表明,SVRT算法具有收敛快,重建精度高的特点,仅用两个方向的投影数据就能高精度地重建单峰三维发射系数场分布。作为一个应用实例,结合谱线相对强度测量方法重建了自由电弧等离子体的三维温度场及电离度场分布。     

表面活性剂对倾斜上升气液两相流流型的影响

应用电导断层测量技术研究表面活性剂添加对倾斜上升气液两相流流型的影响,实验工质为空气/水、空气/100 mg/kg十二烷基硫酸钠(SDS)水溶液。结果表明,当倾角较小时(2.5°和5°),添加少量纯度为95％的SDS到空气/水两相流系统,可以推迟了分层流型向环状流型的转换,使其发生在较高的气体流速条件下;与水平流动的实验结果类似,在本文的实验条件下没有观测到表面活性剂对塞状流型、弹状流型转换特性的影响。随着倾角的增大(10°),表面活性剂添加对气液两相流流型的影响更为显著,在空气/水气液两相流系统中没有观测到分层流动,而加入表面活性剂后在一定范围内存在分层流动。     

基于菲涅耳波带板扫描全息术的光学层析成像

基于光学扫描全息术原理和编码孔径层析成像技术,提出了一种三维物体层析成像技术——菲涅耳波带板扫描全息术。该技术通过将物体的光强分布函数与菲涅耳波带板的光强分布函数进行卷积运算来得到物体的扫描全息图,通过相关解卷积的方法来进行扫描全息图的数字重建。依据该技术原理设计了实验系统,系统结构简单紧凑,具有三维物体层析成像功能。提出用数字高通滤波器来减少重建图像的背景噪声。计算机仿真及对实物的扫描记录和重建实验结果表明,该技术原理正确,用于三维物体层析成像是可行的,用数字高通滤波的方法提高重建图像的对比度是有效的。     

Numerical simulation of a gradient-index fibre probe and its properties of light propagation

In order to verify the properties of the light propagating through a gradient-index (GRIN) fibre probe for optical coherence tomography (OCT), numerical simulation using the optical software GLAD is carried out. Firstly, the model of the GRIN fibre probe is presented, which is consisted of a single mode fibre (SMF), a no-core fibre (NCF), a GRIN fibre lens and an air path. Then, the software GLAD is adopted to numerically investigate how the lengths of the NCF and the GRIN fibre lens influence the performance of the Gaussian beam focusing through the GRIN fibre probe. The simulation results are well consistent with the experimental ones, showing that the GLAD based numerical simulation technique is an intuitive and effective tool for the verification of the properties of the light propagation. In this paper, we find that on the conditions of a constant GRIN fibre lens length of 0.1 mm and an NCF length of 0.36 mm, the working distance of the probe will be 0.75 mm and the focus spot size is 32 μm.     

PET探测器技术的新进展

PET设备中探测器的研发, 一直是很活跃且具有高创新性的领域。 提高现有基于闪烁晶体探测器的性能, 研究适用于多模式成像设备（PET/CT和PET/MRI）的新型探测器, 满足TOF和DOI技术的需求并促进其发展应用, 构成PET探测器的几个主要研究方向。 介绍了PET探测器在闪烁晶体、 光电探测器和半导体探测器等方面的最新进展, 指出未来最有潜力的探测器设计方案。 The research on PET detector is a very active and highly innovative field. The main research interests of PET detector include improving performances of scintillation crystal detectors, investigating new detectors being suitable for multimodality imaging (e.g., PET/CT and PET/MRI), meeting needs of TOF and DOI technologies in order to promote their development and application. In this paper, new developments in PET detector technology about scintillation crystal, photodetector and semiconductor detector are introduced and the most potential detector design scheme in the future is brought forward.     

Multiple helical scans and the reconstruction of over FOV-sized objects in cone-beam CT

In cone-beam computed tomography(CBCT),there are often cases where the size of the specimen is larger than the field of view(FOV)(referred to as over FOV-sized(OFS)).To acquire the complete projection data for OFS objects,some scan modes have been developed for long objects and short but over-wide objects.However,these modes still cannot meet the requirements for both longitudinally long and transversely wide objects.In this paper,we propose a multiple helical scan mode and a corresponding reconstruction algorithm for both longitudinally long and transversely wide objects.The simulation results show that our model can deal with the problem and that the results are acceptable,while the OFS object is twice as long compared with the FOV in the same latitude.     

Understanding CeO2‐Based Nanostructures through Advanced Electron Microscopy in 2D and 3D

Engineering morphology and size of CeO₂‐based nanostructures on a (sub)nanometer scale will greatly influence their performance; this is because of their high oxygen storage capacity and unique redox properties, which allow faster switching of the oxidation state between Ce⁴⁺ and Ce³⁺. Although tremendous research has been carried out on the shape‐controlled synthesis of CeO₂, the characterization of these nanostructures at the atomic scale remains a major challenge and the origin of debate. The rapid developments of aberration‐corrected transmission electron microscopy (AC‐TEM) have pushed the resolution below 1 Å, both in TEM and in scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM) mode. At present, not only morphology and structure, but also composition and electronic structure can be analyzed at an atomic scale, even in 3D. This review summarizes recent significant achievements using TEM/STEM and associated spectroscopic techniques to study CeO₂‐based nanostructures and related catalytic phenomena. Recent results have shed light on the understanding of the different mechanisms. The potential and limitations, including future needs of various techniques, are discussed with recommendations to facilitate further developments of new and highly efficient CeO₂‐based nanostructures.     

The Role of Gold‐Alumina Template in the Electrochemical Deposition of CeO2 Nanotubes

Electrochemical synthesis employing porous membranes previously metalized with a gold layer as a template is an easy and widespread method to obtain 1D nanostructures. Nevertheless, experimental factors for tuning the morphology and structural details of such nanostructures are still investigated. The influence of the amount of gold on morphology and structure of the 1D systems is studied for the first time. For this purpose, CeO₂ nanotubes are synthesized via template‐based electrodeposition inside the pores of gold‐sputtered anodic aluminum oxide (AAO). X‐ray diffraction and electron microscopy techniques, including 3D electron tomography, are applied for the characterization of the template and the nanostructures. On one hand, the results reveal how gold is deposited on top and inside the pores of the AAO as a thin layer or as particles. On the other hand, the 1D systems consist of nanotubes formed by randomly oriented fluorite‐like nanocrystals (2–5 nm), which features a network of inner walls whose compactness directly relates to the thickness of the gold‐sputtered layer. From the combined analysis of voltage–time curves recorded during electrodeposition and the 2D, 3D structural information, a growth mechanism is proposed, which may enlighten paths to tailor the morphology and properties of CeO₂ 1D nanostructures.     

Multi-Analytical Characterization and Radiocarbon Dating of a Roman Egyptian Mummy Portrait

Fayum mummy portraits, painted around 2000 years ago, represent a fascinating fusion of Egyptian and Graeco-Roman funerary and artistic traditions. Examination of these artworks may provide insight into the Roman Empire’s trade and economic and social structure during one of its most crucial yet still hazy times of transition. The lack of proper archaeological documentation of the numerous excavated portraits currently prevents their chronological dating, be it absolute or relative. So far, their production period has been defined essentially on the basis of the relevant differences in their pictorial style. Our study introduces the use of Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS) to assess the age of a fragment of an encaustic painting belonging to the corpus of the Fayum portraits. The unexpected age resulting from ¹⁴C analysis suggests the need to reconsider previous assumptions regarding the period of production of the Fayum corpus. Furthermore, our multi-analytical, non-invasive approach yields further details regarding the fragment’s pictorial technique and constituting materials, based on spectral and morphological analysis and cross-sectional examination.