Patent ID: 7183563
Filing Date: 2007-02-27
Classification: A61L,G21K,H01J

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for irradiating surfaces comprising: an electron beam generator for generating a beam of electrons, the beam of electrons exiling the electron beam generator through an exit window; and a robotic device for moving the beam of electrons over the surfaces to irradiate selected regions of the surfaces, the robotic device including a robotic arm for maneuvering the electron beam generator, and a propulsion system for propelling the robotic device in a manner where the entire robotic device is capable of traveling to desired locations, the robotic device capable of controllably spacing the exit window of the electron beam generator a desired distance away from the surfaces as the electron beam generator is moved over the surfaces by both maneuvering by the robotic arm and by travel of the entire robotic device.