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Nanotera Projects: X-ray Sources and Detectors

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This lecture presents the nanotera projects focusing on breakthroughs in X-ray technology. It covers the development of pixelized X-ray sources, functional single photons, X-ray detectors, and electronics using standard CMOS technologies. The lecture also discusses collaborations with industry partners like Philips, General Electric, and CERN, showcasing the potential applications in tomography and non-destructive testing on high precision parts made of polymers.

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