Patent ID: 7053398
Filing Date: 2006-05-30
Classification: G01T

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for reading radiation image information recorded on a double-sided stimulable phosphor sheet which emits light from both sides thereof when exciting light is applied to a recording surface thereof, comprising: exciting light emitting means disposed on a side of the recording surface of the stimulable phosphor sheet, for applying the exciting light to said recording surface; first light guiding means disposed on the side of the recording surface, for guiding light emitted from the recording surface of said stimulable phosphor sheet; second light guiding means disposed on a side of a reverse surface, opposite from the side of the recording surface, of the stimulable phosphor sheet, for guiding light emitted from the reverse surface of said stimulable phosphor sheet; a guide member disposed on the side of the reverse surface of said stimulable phosphor sheet, for guiding said stimulable phosphor sheet: and a light-transmissive guide member disposed on the side of the reverse surface of said stimulable phosphor sheet in a position where the exciting light is applied to the stimulable phosphor sheet, wherein said guide member is substantially stationary.