Telecentric scanning for transparent storage phosphors

摘要

Apparatus for scanning a transparent storage phosphor including, a source of stimulating radiation, scanning apparatus, apparatus for supporting the transparent phosphor and apparatus for optically directing the scanning radiation from the scanning apparatus so that it always strikes the phosphor perpendicular to the surface of the phosphor. Preferably, the apparatus for directing the scanning radiation is a telecentric lens system located between the scanning apparatus and the phosphor.