noun
- devices that narrow a beam of particles or electromagnetic radiation to make the rays more parallel
Usage: technical; physics
Examples
- The X-ray machine uses collimators to focus the radiation beam precisely on the target area.
- Astronomers employ collimators in their telescopes to improve image quality.
- The particle accelerator’s collimators help maintain a tight beam of protons.
- Medical imaging equipment relies on collimators to reduce scattered radiation.
- The laser system includes collimators to ensure the light beam remains parallel.
- Nuclear medicine scanners use collimators to create clear diagnostic images.