RF Linear Accelerators for Medical and Industrial Applications

This unique resource offers a clear overview of medical and industrial accelerators. Using minimal mathematics, this book provides thorough explanations of basic concepts surrounding the operation of accelerators.

This practical book details the manufacturing process for producing commercial accelerators. Professionals become knowledgeable about the commonly encountered real-world manufacturing issues and potential sources of defects which help them avoid costly production problems.

From principles of operation and the role of accelerators in cancer radiation therapy, to manufacturing techniques and future trends in accelerator design and applications, this easy-to-comprehend volume quickly brings professionals using accelerators up-to-speed with the critical concepts they need in their accelerator application field. Engineers, medical physicists, oncologists, and chemist find well illustrated discussions designed to help them use accelerator-based systems in a safer, more productive, and more reliable manner