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Abstract #1777

Optimization and Construction of a Low-Field MRI System Using Permanent Magnets

Mikah Mellors1 and Rebecca Feldman2
1University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada, 2University of British Columbia, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Synopsis

Keywords: Low-Field MRI, Magnets (B0)A low-field tabletop spoke-and-hub permanent magnet array was constructed and assessed for homogeneity as a B0 field. Spatial encoding in the x and y directions was achieved by tilting the hubs relative to one other to generate a linearly increasing field in the tilt direction. A non-array RF coil was designed and optimized for low field strengths, where the signal-to-noise ratio is limited by the weak signal from the sample. The optimized coil design was tuned and matched to the resonant frequency of the spoke-and-hub magnet.

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