A fast algorithm for voxel-based deterministic simulation of X-ray imaging

作者：Li Ning^*; Zhao Hua Xia; Cho Sang Hyun; Choi Jung Gil; Kim Myoung Hee

来源：Computer Physics Communications, 2008, 178(7): 518-523.

DOI：10.1016/j.cpc.2007.11.008

Deterministic method based on ray tracing technique is known as a powerful alternative to the Monte Carlo approach for virtual X-ray imaging. The algorithm speed is a critical issue in the perspective of simulating hundreds of images, notably to simulate tomographic acquisition or even more, to simulate X-ray radiographic video recordings. We present an algorithm for voxel-based deterministic simulation of X-ray imaging using voxel-driven forward and backward perspective projection operations and minimum bounding rectangles (MBRs). The algorithm is fast, easy to implement, and creates high-quality simulated radiographs. As a result, simulated radiographs can typically be obtained in split seconds with a simple personal computer.

• 出版日期2008-4-1