Innovative Silicone Rubber Bolus for Optimized Dose Modulation in X-Ray Applications

Dita Safira, Heri Sutanto, Ilham Alkian, Ali Khumaeni

Abstract


This research develops a bolus made of silicone rubber combined with tantalum nanoparticles to enhance dose modulation in
X-ray applications. Silicone rubber was chosen for its flexibility and biocompatibility, while tantalum, with its high X-ray attenuation
capability, improves dose accuracy. The bolus was tested using Digital Radiography, and its absorbed dose was measured with an X-ray
multimeter. The results indicate that this combination has the potential to optimize dose distribution and improve the effectiveness of
radiography, although further research is needed for more in-depth analysis.


Keywords


Bolus, Silicone Rubber, Tantalum, MultimeterX-ray.

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.52155/ijpsat.v49.1.6996

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