3D Printed X-ray Kinoform Refractive Lenses for Point-Like Focusing
Major
Physics
Submission Type
Poster
Area of Study or Work
Physics
Faculty Advisor
Abdel Isakovic
Location
CNS Atrium
Start Date
4-12-2025 8:30 AM
End Date
4-12-2025 9:30 AM
Abstract
This project focuses on designing and 3D printing an axially symmetric three-dimensional X-ray refractive elliptical kinoform lens (XKRL) to enhance X-ray image focusing. The need for this exists because most current X-ray lenses provide line-like focus. This approach has not been previously achieved and, if fully realized, it would represent a significant advancement in X-ray imaging quality. Main scientific background points this work is based on are minimization of the optical path during refraction and minimization of the X-ray absorption in the material lenses are made of. The process involves designing the lens using 3D modeling software, fabricating it on a larger scale for initial testing, and subsequently refining and miniaturizing the design through multiple print iterations. This work aims to push the boundaries of X-ray optics by leveraging additive manufacturing to create high-precision, efficient focusing elements, and applications in medical and materials imaging are expected.
3D Printed X-ray Kinoform Refractive Lenses for Point-Like Focusing
CNS Atrium
This project focuses on designing and 3D printing an axially symmetric three-dimensional X-ray refractive elliptical kinoform lens (XKRL) to enhance X-ray image focusing. The need for this exists because most current X-ray lenses provide line-like focus. This approach has not been previously achieved and, if fully realized, it would represent a significant advancement in X-ray imaging quality. Main scientific background points this work is based on are minimization of the optical path during refraction and minimization of the X-ray absorption in the material lenses are made of. The process involves designing the lens using 3D modeling software, fabricating it on a larger scale for initial testing, and subsequently refining and miniaturizing the design through multiple print iterations. This work aims to push the boundaries of X-ray optics by leveraging additive manufacturing to create high-precision, efficient focusing elements, and applications in medical and materials imaging are expected.