The duration of a CT scan varies significantly depending on three main factors: the desired image quality (resolution and signal-to-noise ratio), the sample size and material density, and the scanning parameters (such as the number of projections captured during rotation).
Typical scan times range from several minutes to over an hour. Applications requiring the analysis of extremely fine structures at high resolution, or the inspection of dense metals, may necessitate longer exposure times. In such cases, a scan could take several hours to acquire a high-quality image.
To address the demand for efficient analysis, Matsusada Precision systems are designed to maximize throughput. By integrating high-sensitivity flat-panel detectors with GPU-accelerated reconstruction software, we significantly reduce data processing time. This technology can shorten the reconstruction step--which traditionally took tens of minutes or even hours--down to just a few minutes, greatly improving overall workflow efficiency.
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