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automatic frequency control
A Clinac subsystem that continuously senses the optimum operating frequency of the accelerator structure and uses this information to maximize radiation output by tuning the klystron or magnetron to this microwave frequency. A method (or device) to automatically maintain a tuning of electromagnetic radiation (radio or microwave) signal to desired frequency.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Medical devices
- Category: Radiology equipment
- Company: Varian
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