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Scatter Radiation Compensation in Computed Tomography

Stray radiation compensation in computed tomography corrects image errors caused by unwanted scattered radiation in the detector, improving density resolution and measurement accuracy.

Physicochemical Mechanism of Action

Unwanted scatter radiation in the CT detector can cause image artifacts. This compensation corrects these artifacts through algorithmic processing of the image signals.

Metallurgical Relevance & Risks in Welding

In the shop, compensation improves the accuracy of CT images, which is critical for quality control and flaw detection in heavy components. Without this correction, misinformation can lead to wrong conclusions.

Shop Practice & Instructions

To enable scatter radiation compensation, select the corresponding mode in the CT software. Make sure to check the image quality after compensation to ensure no further artifacts appear.

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