Gantries
The Isocentric Gantries
The isocentric gantry is a large rotating steel structure that supports the beam
delivery system and its related components. The gantry supports the bending and
focusing magnets, vacuum system, and all equipment necessary for controlling and
monitoring patient treatment.
This complex structure
is over
35 feet tall and weighs approx. 90 tons.
The patient's view inside the treatment room.
The gantry targets the proton beam at tumors by allowing complete 360 degree
rotation about the patient. This allows for multiple angles (or portals) to be
used during patient treatment. |
