Title :
An Introduction to Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Author :
Crooks, Lawrence E.
Author_Institution :
University of California, Department of Radiology
Abstract :
The principles underlying nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) are explained, and its use in image formation is described. The discussion also covers: multislice imaging; image resolution and contrast; effects of flow on images; hardware for magnetic resonance imaging; magnets; magnetic gradients; RF coil, transmitter, and receiver; computer system; and spectroscopy.
Keywords :
Atomic measurements; Coils; Magnetic field measurement; Magnetic fields; Magnetic flux; Magnetic moments; Magnetic resonance imaging; Magnetostatics; Nuclear magnetic resonance; Radio frequency;
Journal_Title :
Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MEMB.1985.5006193
