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NRL has developed an intense pulsed X-ray source for remote imaging of small parts, examination of biological specimens, and calibration and testing of X-ray detectors, X-ray optics and X-ray CCD imaging arrays. Applications of this technology include:

• in situ testing of X-ray detectors and CCD imaging arrays;


• dental X-ray imaging in remote locations;


• in situ examination of injured human extremities;


• complete elimination of motion blurring to allow imaging of small animals without anesthesia; and


• on-site examination of small archeological artifacts when used with a CCD imaging panel and laptop computer.