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General| Manufacturer | Siemens |
|---|---|
| Category | Industrial Equipment |
| Magnetic Field Strength | 1.5T / 3T / 7T (depending on the specific model) |
| Gradient Strength | Up to 80 mT/m (depending on the specific model) |
| Slew Rate | 200 T/m/s or higher (model dependent) |
| Imaging Modes | fMRI |
| Software | Siemens Syngo MR (specific version varies by model) |
| Cooling System | Helium-based cooling system |
| Dimensions | Varies by model (typically large, room-sized systems) |
| Weight | Varies significantly depending on the model. Typical weight: 5-10 tons |
| Power Requirements | High-power three-phase supply (specifics vary by model) |
Details licensing information for various software versions and application packages required for fMRI.
Describes the available EPI sequences for BOLD imaging: ep2d_fid, ep2d_bold, and ep2d_pace.
Covers synchronization, motion correction, slice timing, spatial filtering, and co-registration for fMRI acquisition.
Refers to the BOLD Imaging Application brochure for detailed analysis procedures.
Describes the response pad used for registering subject responses to stimuli.
Covers visual stimuli presentation using projectors and LCD screens, including setup.
Details auditory stimulus, eye tracking, and physiological monitoring setups for fMRI studies.
Explains the importance of synchronizing stimuli, subject response, and physiological measurements.
Discusses installation challenges, RF noise, and performing noise tests for peripheral devices.
Explains N/2 ghosting artifacts in EPI sequences and methods to avoid them.
Details distortion artifacts in EPI sequences caused by susceptibility differences and shimming.
Covers spatial shifts in EPI images due to B0 drifts and methods to minimize them.
Describes chemical shift artifacts in EPI sequences and the use of fat suppression.
Outlines a block design experiment using a finger tapping motor task for fMRI setup.
Provides step-by-step instructions for setting up and running an fMRI experiment with a motor task.
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