Patent ID: 8989354
Filing Date: 2015-03-24
Classification: G21K,H01J

Abstract:
1. A window for allowing transmission of x-rays, comprising: a) a support frame defining a perimeter and an aperture; b) a plurality of ribs comprising a carbon composite material extending across the aperture of the support frame and carried by the support frame, the support frame and the plurality of ribs comprising a support structure; c) wherein the carbon composite material comprises carbon fibers embedded in a matrix; d) wherein the plurality of ribs form openings between the plurality of ribs; e) a film disposed over, carried by, and spanning the plurality of ribs and disposed over and spanning the openings, and configured to pass radiation therethrough; f) wherein the plurality of ribs are substantially straight and parallel with respect to one another and arrayed across the aperture of the support frame; g) a plurality of intermediate support cross-braces: