Development of a quasi-three-dimensional portable mobile chest tomosynthesis system using carbon nanotube technology for enhanced diagnostic imaging

Traditional mobile chest radiography is limited by the challenges of<br />two-dimensional imaging, which can obscure anatomical details. This project<br />advances an integrated X-ray system utilizing a carbon nanotube source to<br />enable tomosynthesis, a limited-angle tomography technique that provides<br />quasi-three-dimensional imaging for improved bedside visualization. As part of<br />the development process, a custom collimator was modeled and an intuitive<br />graphical user interface was created&mdash;both serving as key proofs of concept for<br />future clinical implementation. The system incorporates the CNT source array<br />and supporting electronics into a commercially available mobile cart. While<br />additional refinement is needed for clinical readiness, preliminary testing demonstrates the system's viability.