Correlation between Low Tube Voltage in Dual Source CT Coronary Artery Imaging with Image Quality and Radiation Dose

The influence of low tube voltage in dual source CT（DSCT） coronary artery imaging on image quality and radiation dose and its application value in clinical practice were investigated. Totally, 300 cases of chest pain with low body mass index（BMI 〈18.5 kg/m2） subjected to DSCT coronary artery imaging were prospectively enrolled. The heart rate in all patients were greater than 65/min. The retrospective ECG gated scanning mode and simple random sampling method were used to assign the patients into groups A, B and C（n=100 each）. The patients in groups A, B and C experienced 120-, 100-, and 80-kV tube voltage imaging respectively, and the image quality was evaluated. The CT volume dose index（CTDIvol） and dose length product（DLP） were recorded, and the effective dose（ED） was calculated in each group. The image quality scores and radiation doses in groups were compared, and the influence of tube voltage on image quality and radiation dose was analyzed. The results showed that the excellent rate of image quality in groups A, B and C was 95.69%, 94.72% and 96.33% respectively with the difference being not statistically significant among the three groups（P〉0.05）. The CTDIvol values in groups A, B and C were 51.35±12.21, 21.28±7.13 and 6.34±3.34 mGy, respectively, with the difference being statistically significant（P〈0.05）. The ED values in groups A, B and C were 9.27±1.63, 4.56±2.29 and 2.29±1.69 mSv, respectively, with the difference being statistically significant（P〈0.05）. It was suggested that for the patients with low BMI, the application of DSCT coronary artery imaging with low tube voltage can obtain satisfactory image quality, and simultaneously, significantly reduce the radiation dose.

Heat source analyses of dual laser-beam bilateral synchronous welding for T-joint

The DLBSW（ dual laser-beam bilateral synchronous welding） technology of T-type joint has been widely used for the connection of skins and stringers in airplane industry. To understand the thermodynamic and mechanical behavior of this process, it is necessary to establish a reasonable heat source model. Two different surface-body combination heat source models are adopted in this paper. Both models use the Gaussian surface heat source model and one is combined with the cone body heat source model and the other is combined with Gaussian rotator body heat source model. The simulation results of these two different models are investigated. And the temperature field results of DLBSW process for T-joint with two different heat sources are discussed. It is indicated that the combination heat source model is effective to simulate the DLBSW process and the current study is useful for more profound research in this field.

Non-enhanced Low-tube-voltage High-pitch Dual-source Computed Tomography with Sinogram Affirmed Iterative Reconstruction Algorithm of the Abdomen and Pelvis

Objective To investigate the image quality, radiation dose and diagnostic value of the low-tube-voltage high-pitch dual-source computed tomography(DSCT) with sinogram affirmed iterative reconstruction(SAFIRE) for non-enhanced abdominal and pelvic scans. Methods This institutional review board-approved prospective study included 64 patients who gave written informed consent for additional abdominal and pelvic scan with DSCT in the period from November to December 2012. The patients underwent standard non-enhanced CT scans(protocol 1) [tube voltage of 120 k Vp/pitch of 0.9/filtered back-projection(FBP) reconstruction] followed by high-pitch non-enhanced CT scans(protocol 2)(100 k Vp/3.0/SAFIRE). The total scan time, mean CT number, signal-to-noise ratio(SNR), image quality, lesion detectability and radiation dose were compared between the two protocols. Results The total scan time of protocol 2 was significantly shorter than that of protocol 1(1.4±0.1 seconds vs. 7.6±0.6 seconds, P<0.001). There was no significant difference between protocol 1 and protocol 2 in mean CT number of all organs(liver, 55.4±6.3 HU vs. 56.1±6.8 HU, P=0.214; pancreas, 43.6±5.9 HU vs. 43.7±5.8 HU, P=0.785; spleen, 47.9±3.9 HU vs. 49.4±4.3 HU, P=0.128; kidney, 32.2±2.3 HU vs. 33.1±2.3 HU, P=0.367; abdominal aorta, 44.8±5.6 HU vs. 45.0±5.5 HU, P=0.499; psoas muscle, 50.7±4.1 HU vs. 50.3±4.5 HU, P=0.279). SNR on images of protocol 2 was higher than that of protocol 1(liver, 5.0±1.2 vs. 4.5±1.1, P<0.001; pancreas, 4.0±1.0 vs. 3.6±0.8, P<0.001; spleen, 4.7±1.0 vs. 4.1±0.9, P<0.001; kidney, 3.1±0.6 vs. 2.8±0.6, P<0.001; abdominal aorta, 4.1±1.0 vs. 3.8±1.0, P<0.001; psoas muscle, 4.5±1.1 vs. 4.3±1.2, P=0.012). The overall image noise of protocol 2 was lower than that of protocol1(9.8±3.1 HU vs. 11.1±3.0 HU, P<0.001). Image quality of protocol 2 was good but lower than that of protocol 1(4.1±0.7 vs. 4.6±0.5, P<0.001). Protocol 2 perceived 229 of 234 lesions(97.9%) that were detected in protocol 1 in the abdomen and pelvis. Radiation dose of protocol 2 was lower than that of protocol 1(4.4±0.4 m Sv vs. 7.3±2.4 m Sv, P<0.001) and the mean dose reduction was 41.4%. Conclusion The high-pitch DSCT with SAFIRE can shorten scan time and reduce radiation dose while preserving image quality in non-enhanced abdominal and pelvic scans.

Truncus arteriosus:Diagnosis with dual-source computed tomography angiography and low radiation dose

Truncus arteriosus is an uncommon congenital cardiac abnormality which is characterized by a single arterial trunk origin from the heart that supplies both the systemic,pulmonary and coronary circulation.We present a preterm newborn female patient with type 2 truncusarteriosus,left superior vena cava and aberrant subclavian artery diagnosed with low dose dual-source cardiac computed tomography(CT).We discuss that low dose dual-source cardiac CT has more advantages than other imaging methods and it is an important modality for assessment of patients with conotruncal anomalies such as truncusarteriosus.

Intravenous Contrast Material Administration at High-pitch Dual-source CT Coronary Angiography: Bolus-tracking Technique with Shortened Time of Respiratory Instruction Versus Test Bolus Technique

Objective To investigate the feasibility of acquiring the similar homogeneous enhancement using bolus-tracking techniques with shortened respiratory time in prospectively electrocardiogram-gated high-pitch spiral acquisition mode (Flash mode) coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) compared with test bolus technique. Methods One hundred and eighty-four consecutive patients with mean heart rate ≤65 beats per minute undergoing CCTA were prospectively included in this study. The patients were randomly divided into two groups. Patients in the group A (n=92) instructed to shorten respiratory time received CCTA using bolus-tracking technique with high-pitch spiral acquisition mode (Flash mode), while those in the group B (n=92) underwent CCTA with test bolus technique. The attenuation in the ascending aorta, image noise, contrast-to-noise ratio and radiation doses of the two groups were assessed. Results There were no significant differences in the mean attenuation values in the ascending aorta (483.18±59.07 HU vs. 498.7±83.51 HU, P=0.183), image noise (21.4±4.5 HU vs. 20.9±4.3 HU, P=0.414), contrast-to-noise ratio (12.1±4.2 vs. 13.8±5.1, P=0.31) between the groups A and B. There were no significant differences in the radiation dose of dynamic monitoring scans (0.056±0.026 mSv vs. 0.062±0.018 mSv, P=0.068) and radiation dose of angiography (0.94±0.07 mSv vs. 0.96±0.15 mSv,P=0.926) between the two groups, while 15 mL less contrast material volume was administered in the group A than the group B. Conclusion Bolus-tracking technique with shortened time of respiratory in Flash mode of dual-source CT yields the similar homogeneous enhancement with less contrast material in comparison to the test bolus technique.

Feasibility and Diagnostic Accuracy for Assessment of Coronary Artery Stenosis of Prospectively Electrocardiogram-gated High-pitch Spiral Acquisition Mode Dual-source CT Coronary Angiography in Patients with Relatively Higher Heart Rates: in Comparison wit

Objective To prospectively investigate the diagnostic accuracy for coronary artery stenosis of prospectively electrocardiogram-triggered spiral acquisition mode (high pitch mode) dual-source computed tomography coronary angiography (CTCA) in patients with relatively higher heart rates (HR) compared with catheter coronary angiography (CCA). Methods Forty-seven consecutive patients with relatively higher HR (>65 and <100 bpm) (20 male, 27 female; age 55±10 years) who both underwent dual-source CTCA and CCA were prospectively included in this study. All patients were performed CTCA using high pitch mode setting at 20%-30% of the R-R interval for the image acquisition. All coronary segments were evaluated by two blinded and independent observers with regard to image quality on a three-point scale (1: excellent to 3: non-diagnostic) and for the presence of significant coronary stenoses (defined as diameter narrowing exceeding 50%). Considered CCA as the standard of reference, the sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value and negative predictive value were calculated. Radiation dose values were calculated using the dose-length product. Results Image quality was rated as being score 1 in 92.4% of segments, score 2 in 6.1% of segmentsand score 3 in 1.5% of segments. The average image quality score per segment was 1.064±0.306. The HR variability of patients with image score 1, 2 and 3 were 2.29±1.06 bpm, 5.17±1.37 bpm, 8.88±1.53 bpm, respectively. The average HR variability of patients with different image scores were significantly different (F=170.402, P=0.001). The sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive values were 92.6%, 97.0%, 87.6%, 98.3%, respectively, per segment and 90.0%, 95.2%, 85.3%, 96.9%, respectively, per vessel and 100%, 63.6%, 90.0%, 100%, respectively, per patient. The effective radiation dose was on average 0.86±0.16 mSv. Conclusion In patients with HR more than 65 bpm and below 100 bpm without cardiac arrhythmia, the prospectively electrocardiogram-gated high-pitch spiral acquisition mode with image acquired timing set at 20%-30% of the R-R interval provides a high diagnostic accuracy for the assessment of coronary stenoses combined with a 1.5% of non-diagnostic coronary segments and a radiation dose below 1 mSv.

Three Phase Dual Input Direct Matrix Converter for Integration of Two AC Sources from Wind Turbines

This project proposes a novel dual-input matrix converter (DIMC) which is used to integrate the output of the wind energy to a power grid. The proposed matrix converter is developed based on the traditional indirect matrix converter under reverse power flow operation mode, but with its six-switch voltage source converter replaced by a nine-switch configuration followed by the current source inverter (CSI). Matrix electric power conversion topologies and their switch functions are flexible and are used for specific applications. With the additional three switches, the proposed DIMC can provide six input terminals, which make it possible to integrate two independent AC sources from two independent wind turbines into a single grid tied power electronics interface. Commanded currents can be extracted from the two input sources to the grid. The proposed PI control and modulation schemes guaranteed sinusoidal input and output waveforms as well as reduced THD. The simulation results are provided to validate the effectiveness of the proposed control and modulation schemes for the proposed converter.

Exploration the Method of Low Dose Coronary Artery Imaging with Dual-Source CT

Objective: On the premise that the image quality meets the requirements of clinical diagnosis, we explored the methods to reduce the radiation dose of coronary artery imaging with Dual-Source CT (DSCT). Methods: We randomly selected 200 patients with coronary heat disease (BIM 0.05). The average image noise in group A is (41.76 ± 7.98) HU, in group B the average image noise is (43.97 ± 3.88) HU, the dif- ference between the two groups was not statistically significant (P>0.05). The average CTDIvol of group A and B were (20.63 ± 2.24) mGy, (38.11 ± 10.69) mGy, respectively, then P <0.01. The average DLP of group A and B are (235.75 ± 28.64) mGycm and (492.59 ± 125.49) mGycm respectively, then P <0.01, the dif- ference of radiation dose had statistical significance (P<0.05). Conclusions: For coronary artery imaging with DSCT the heart electric pulse (AUTO) regulation technology can meet the diagnostic requirements and effectively reduce the radiation dose.

Application of an Advanced Image-Based Virtual Monoenergetic Reconstruction of Dual Source Dual-Energy CT Data at Low keV Increases Image Quality for Esophageal Cancer Patients Imaging

Purpose: To explore the significance of dual-source computed tomography (DECT) virtual monoenergetic reconstructions technology in improving the imaging quality of esophageal cancer patients. Materials and methods: 68 patients with clinically suspected esophageal cancer (all confirmed by pathology) were collected. Routine plain scan was performed with SIEMENS Force dual-energy CT and then dual-phase scans were performed. The venous phase images were respectively subjected to traditional virtual monoenergetic reconstructions (Mono_E) and new generation virtual monoenergetic reconstructions (Mono+). Mono_E 55 keV and Mono+ 55 keV virtual single-energy images were obtained respectively. The signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of normal esophageal tissue and esophageal cancer lesions, noise and contrast noise ratio (CNR tumor) of normal esophageal tissue and esophageal cancer lesions were compared among 100 kV images, Mono_E images and Mono+ images. At the same time, two imaging physicians read the films and scored the images of each group by using a 5-point scoring method. Results: Mono+ 55 keV images, SNR, SNRtumor, noise and CNRtumor were statistically different from those of 100 kV images and Mono_E images (P < 0.05). And Mono+ 55 keV images also had the highest subjective score, with statistical significance (P 55 keV images had the best quality. Conclusion: The new generation of virtual monoenergetic reconstructions post-processing (Mono+) could reduce image noise and improve the contrast between esophageal cancer lesions and normal esophageal tissues, which was of great significance to improve the imaging quality of esophageal cancer patients and improve the early detection rate of esophageal cancer.

Dose Efficiency in Dual Source High-Pitch Computed Tomography of the Chest

Objectives: Evaluation of radiation efficiency of dual source high-pitch (DSHP) chest CT in comparison to single source technique with special regards to individual patient anatomy. Methods: 150 consecutive patients who underwent chest CT with automated tube current modulation were evaluated retrospectively and divided into three study groups, each with an equal quantity of 50 patients (DSHP vs. single source 128 slices vs. single source 16 slices). By using a dedicated workstation, volumetric analyses of each of the scanned anatomic area were performed and correlated to the individual dose length product (DLP). The calculated result was defined as dose efficiency. Results: DLP was 203 mGycm (DSHP), vs. 269 mGycm (single source) vs. 273 mGycm (16 slice CT). The total patient volume was lowest in the dual source group with 18956.3 cm3 (vs. 22481.2 cm3 vs. 22133.8 cm3). With regards to the DLP, the calculated dose efficiency of dual source CT was better than the 128 slice CT (p = 0.045) and the 16 slice CT (p < 0.01). Conclusions: DSHP CT has considerably better dose efficiency compared to 16 slice CT. Compared to 128 slice single source technique, the high-pitch mode does not cause any dose penalty when performing chest CT.

Significance of an Advanced Image-Based Virtual Monoenergetic Reconstruction of Dual Source Dual-Energy CT Data at Low keV Increases Image Quality for Portal Vein System of Pancreatic Cancer Patients

Purpose: To explore the significance of dual-source computed tomography (DECT) virtual monoenergetic reconstructions technology in improving image quality for portal vein system of pancreatic cancer patients. Materials and methods: 47 patients with clinically suspected pancreatic cancer (all confirmed by pathology) were collected. Routine plain scan was performed with Siemens Force dual-source dual-energy CT followed by 3 scans respectively carried out in arterial phase, portal phase and delayed phase. Traditional virtual monoenergetic reconstructions (Mono_E) and new generation of virtual monoenergetic reconstructions (Mono+) were respectively performed on portal vein images to obtain virtual single energy images including Mono_ E70 keV, Mono_E 55 keV and Mono+ 70 keV and Mono+ 55 keV. The signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and noise of portal vein, normal pancreatic tissues and pancreatic lesions of 100 kV, Mono_E and Mono+ images were compared. In addition, the contrast noise ratio of portal vein and lesions as well as pancreatic tissues and lesions (CNR PV, CNRtumor) were also compared. At the same time, two imaging physicians with rich clinical experiences read the films and scored the images of each group by using the 5-point scoring method. Results: Mono+ 55 keV images including SNRpv, SNRpanc, SNRtumor, Noise, CNRpv, CNRtumor were statistically different from 100 KV images and Mono_E images (P < 0.05). As for the subjective score, Mono+ 55 keV image score also had the highest score, which had statistical significance (P < 0.05). The results showed that Mono+ 55 keV images had the best quality. Conclusion: The new generation of virtual Mono+ post-treatment can reduce image noise. Low energy Mono+ images can improve the contrast between pancreatic cancer lesions and portal of pancreatic cancer patients.

Application of Dual-Source CT TurboFlash Coarse Pitch Scanning in Coronary Artery Imaging

Objective: To compare and analyze the image quality and radiation dose of three scanning modes of dual-source CT coronary artery retrospectively, and to discuss the application value of TurboFlash coarse pitch scanning mode. Methods: The imaging data of 100 patients who underwent CT coronary angiography (CCTA) using Siemens force CT retrospective gated triggering spiral scan (RES-SPIRAL), adaptive prospective gated triggering sequence scan (SEQ) and prospective coarse pitch scan (TurboFlash) retrospectively was collected. The image quality was evaluated by objective and subjective methods. The effective radiation dose of patients was compared and analyzed, and the indications of the three scanning modes were analyzed. The application value of dual-source CT TurboFlash coarse pitch scanning in coronary artery imaging was evaluated. Results: The results showed that the left main coronary artery, the right coronary artery and their tertiary branches could be clearly displayed in the three groups of images: the left anterior descending branch, the left circumflex branch, and their three-level branches. There was no statistical difference in subjective image quality among the three groups of pictures (P > 0.05). There was no statistical difference in objective evaluation indexes, such as CT value, SNR, CNR and Noise among the three groups (P > 0.05). The patient radiation dose results showed that the effective radiation dose ED of RES-SPIRA scan was (9.22 ± 1.33) mSv. The dose of SEQ was (2.88 ± 2.47) mSv, and the dose of TurboFlash was (0.51 ± 0.16) mSv. There was significant difference in comparison of the three groups (P 0.05). RES-spiral scanning had the highest radiation dose and TurboFlash coarse pitch scanning (TurboFlash) had the lowest radiation dose. Conclusion: TurboFlash coarse pitch scanning is low in dosage, fast in speed and wide in adaptability. It is especially suitable for the elderly, children, coma and other patients who cannot cooperate with breath-holding examination, as well as for the screening and examination of coronary artery diseases in asymptomatic population. Undoubtedly, it is a worthy method of heart coronary artery examination.

Research on Grid Planning of Dual Power Distribution Network Based on Parallel Ant Colony Optimization Algorithm

A distribution network plays an extremely important role in the safe and efficient operation of a power grid.As the core part of a power grid’s operation,a distribution network will have a significant impact on the safety and reliability of residential electricity consumption.it is necessary to actively plan and modify the distribution network’s structure in the power grid,improve the quality of the distribution network,and optimize the planning of the distribution network,so that the network can be fully utilized to meet the needs of electricity consumption.In this paper,a distribution network grid planning algorithm based on the reliability of electricity consumption was completed using ant colony algorithm.For the distribution network structure planning of dual power sources,the parallel ant colony algorithm was used to prove that the premise of parallelism is the interactive process of ant colonies,and the dual power distribution network structure model is established based on the principle of the lowest cost.The artificial ants in the algorithm were compared with real ants in nature,and the basic steps and working principle of the ant colony optimization algorithm was studied with the help of the travelling salesman problem(TSP).Then,the limitations of the ant colony algorithm were analyzed,and an improvement strategy was proposed by using python for digital simulation.The results demonstrated the reliability of model-building and algorithm improvement.

双源CT双能量虚拟平扫对直肠癌壁外血管侵犯的诊断价值

目的:探讨双源CT双能量虚拟平扫(VNC)对直肠癌壁外血管侵犯(EMVI)的术前诊断价值。方法:选取2019年11月至2021年12月间拟手术治疗的150例直肠癌患者术前行双源CT双能量虚拟平扫,女性64例(42.7%)、男性86例(57.3%),平均年龄为(62.3±11.8)岁。两名高年资影像科医师独立分析术前影像资料(包括ctEMVI情况及有无局部淋巴结浸润和远处转移),判断是否存在术前EMVI。以手术病理结果为金标准,分别评价VNC诊断EMVI的敏感性、特异性、准确性、阳性预测值和阴性预测值并采用受试者操作特征(ROC)曲线下面积评价其诊断效能。结果:150例直肠癌患者中,术后病理证实56例(37.3%)为EMVI阳性,94例(62.7%)为EMVI阴性。医师1对EMVI评价准确性、敏感性、特异性、阳性预测值、阴性预测值分别为86%、80.36%、89.36%、81.82%、88.42%,AUC为0.831(95%CI 0.756~0.905);医师2的准确性、敏感性、特异性、阳性预测值、阴性预测值分别为88.67%、80.36%、93.62%、88.24%、88.89%,AUC为0.870(95%CI 0.802~0.938),医师1与医师2的评估结果一致性较高(k=0.943)。结论:双源CT双能量虚拟平扫对直肠癌EMVI术前评估具有一定的诊断价值。

安徽省燃气炮人工增雨作业效果综合评估

选取2021—2023年安徽省81次燃气炮作业的双偏振天气雷达、雨量计等多源观测数据,综合评估燃气炮作业增雨效果并分析可能机理。结果显示:在降水开始前作业个例增雨效果较好,并伴有水平反射率因子Z_(H)、差分反射率Z_(DR)的增加和共极化相关系数ρ_(hv)的减少;降水开始后作业增雨效果欠佳。使用携带暖云催化剂的燃气炮作业后云体变化主要在零度层以下,且维持时间较短;使用携带冷云催化剂的燃气炮作业后暖云区和冷云区均有明显变化,且作业影响持续时间更长。燃气炮作业过程中雷达速度谱宽增大,可能是作业引起气流涡旋的增加所导致。统计结果显示:增雨的显著性与作业时长呈负相关,作业时长与Z_(DR)增量呈负相关,过量播撒会导致减雨;增雨的显著性与作业前影响区雨量呈负相关;增雨量与Z_(H)、中低层风速、风切变呈正相关,与高层风速呈负相关。

氮氧同位素示踪湿沉降NO_(3)^(-)来源及氧化途径

为探明焦作市大气湿沉降中硝态氮的污染水平,识别其来源及其形成过程,于2020年1月-2021年12月采集了焦作市大气湿沉降样品41个,测定并分析了TN、NH_(4)^(+)-N、NO_(3)^(-)-N浓度以及δ^(15)N-NO_(3)^(-)、δ^(18)O-NO_(3)^(-)值.结果表明:①TN、NH_(4)^(+)-N、NO_(3)^(-)-N浓度范围分别为2.52~13.27、0.11~1.70、1.64~8.31 mg/L,焦作市湿沉降中氮的主要存在形态为NO_(3)^(-)-N,占比为52.11%~83.92%.②δ^(18)O-NO_(3)^(-)、δ^(15)N-NO_(3)^(-)值的范围分别为54.9‰~93.9‰、-9.8‰~3.0‰,非雨季δ^(18)O-NO_(3)^(-)值(62.5‰~93.3‰)更接近于N2O5氧化途径生成的δ^(18)O-HNO_(3)值(100.9‰~103.1‰),雨季δ^(18)O-NO_(3)^(-)值(53.2‰~73.0‰)更接近于OH氧化途径生成的δ^(18)O-HNO_(3)值(50.9‰~60.9‰),说明非雨季大气湿沉降NO_(3)^(-)主要来自N2O5的氧化,而雨季主要来自OH的氧化.③雨季,OH和N2O5氧化途径对湿沉降NO_(3)^(-)的贡献率分别为80.32%和19.67%,非雨季,两种氧化途径的贡献率分别为65.37%和34.62%;在考虑了同位素分馏情况下,基于贝叶斯模型识别了湿沉降NO_(3)^(-)的主要来源,即土壤排放、生物质燃烧、机动车尾气排放和煤炭燃烧,其贡献率平均值分别为31.70%±4.90%、28.30%±14.00%、22.80%±12.10%、17.20%±0.08%.该研究结果将为降雨中硝酸盐的来源及形成途径提供证据.

多源数据融合的深埋隧道岩爆预测方法

为提高隧道设计阶段未开挖区域的岩爆预测准确性,提出了一种多源数据融合的隧道岩爆预测方法.综合隧道勘察和施工阶段的不同地质信息,采用基于证据关联系数的加权融合技术,构建了隧道精细化三维动态地质模型.建立了基于强度理论的岩爆可能性判定方法和基于能量理论的岩爆烈度预测方法,通过Hoek-Brown强度准则判断围岩是否发生岩爆,利用储能极限阈值和能量释放指数划分岩爆烈度,并将其应用于四川某隧道工程中.结果表明,所提方法可以实现隧道掌子面前方30 m范围内的岩爆精准预测,预测结果与隧道开挖实际岩爆的吻合率为95.8%.因此,该预测方法能够在隧道施工前预判岩爆烈度,为隧道岩爆防治提供指导.

双源CT电子密度/有效原子序数(Rho/Z)在孤立性肺结节中的诊断价值

目的:探讨双源CT(DSCT)双能量技术电子密度/有效原子序数(Rho/Z)在孤立性肺结节中良恶性的诊断价值。方法:回顾性收集130例双能量平扫及增强的孤立性肺结节患者,其中恶性组68例,良性组62例,利用Rho/Z应用程序对平扫及增强静脉期图像进行评估,记录参数Rho、Z和双能量指数(DEI)值,比较两组间的差异,对于有统计学差异的参数,将绘制受试者工作特性(ROC)曲线,以评估其诊断效能。结果:平扫时,恶性组Rho (31.1±22.33)HU明显高于良性组(24.69±20.91)HU,两组之间存在显著统计学差异(P=0.003<0.05),Z与DEI在两组间差异无统计学意义(P>0.05);增强静脉期,恶性组Rho (35.3±20.85)HU明显高于良性组(24.73±17.93)HU,两组之间可见显著统计学差异(P=0.001<0.05),Z与DEI在两组间差异均无统计学意义(P>0.05)。在两组的鉴别诊断中,平扫及增强静脉期Rho的ROC曲线下面积分别为0.652、0.696。结论:DSCT双能量技术Rho/Z有一定特征,有助于孤立性肺结节的诊断。

双源双能量CT碘值测定在胃癌术前T分期诊断中的价值

目的探讨双源双能量CT碘值测定在胃癌术前T分期诊断中的应用价值。方法选取2022年4—5月在福建省立医院放射科接受双源双能量CT,后经手术病理诊断确诊为T分期的138例胃癌患者。患者均采用双源双能量CT检查。比较T_(1)期、T_(2~3)期患者动脉期、静脉期正常胃壁、胃壁内层、胃壁外层碘含量,比较40、60、120 keV时影像学图像质量主观指标与客观指标。结果T_(1)期、T_(2~3)期患者动脉期、静脉期胃壁内层与胃壁外层碘含量比较,差异有统计学意义(P<0.001);胃壁内层与正常胃壁碘含量比较,差异有统计学意义(P<0.001);胃壁外层与正常胃壁碘含量比较,差异无统计学意义(P=0.130、0.262、0.231、0.022)。60 keV[(3.28±0.38)分]时总体图像质量评分高于40、120 keV[(3.01±0.43)、(3.14±0.41)分],差异有统计学意义(P<0.001,P=0.004);40 keV与60 keV、40 keV与120 keV、60 keV与120 keV病灶显著性评分比较,差异均无统计学意义(P=0.129、0.054、0.713)。40keV时CT值、图像噪声、信噪比(signal-noise ratio,SNR)、对比度噪声比(clinical nursing research,CNR)高于60、120keV时,60 keV时CT值、图像噪声、SNR、CNR高于120keV时,差异有统计学意义(P<0.001)。结论采用双源双能量CT碘值测定方式,对于鉴别诊断T_(1)期、T_(2~3)期胃癌具有一定价值,且能够提高图像的质量,对于提高胃癌术前T分期的准确率有重要意义。

光伏光热联合双源热泵系统运行模式研究(1):最佳切换模式验证

讨论了光伏光热联合双源热泵系统制热运行的最佳切换模式。利用TRNSYS软件建立了仿真模型,对双源(水源、空气源)热泵系统性能系数(COP_(s))进行了计算,提出以某时刻空气源热泵模式或水源热泵模式运行COP_(s)较大者优先运行作为COP_(s)切换模式。通过前期实验结果验证了模拟结果的正确性,并与常规的集热水箱温度切换模式进行了对比实验,验证了COP_(s)切换模式的有效性。结果表明,该实验系统以COP_(s)最佳切换模式运行时发电量和发电效率较集热水箱温度切换模式分别提高了5.35%和1.73%,耗电量降低了17.03%,COP_(s)提高了4.91%。