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Described herein is an improved suspension system for cryostat vessels forming a part of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) apparatus. The MRI apparatus comprises an outer cylindrical element, an inner cylindrical element mounted within the outer element, and a suspension system for accurately mountin

Described herein is an improved suspension system for cryostat vessels forming a part of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) apparatus. The MRI apparatus comprises an outer cylindrical element, an inner cylindrical element mounted within the outer element, and a suspension system for accurately mounting the inner element with respect to the outer element. The suspension system comprises a plate (40) pivotally mounted on the inner cylindrical element (10) for rotation relative thereto and a pair of continuous bands (66, 68) connecting the plate (40) to the outer element. Adjusters are positioned offset from the axis of rotation of the plate for tensioning the bands. Locking means are also provided to retain the plate in a given position relative to the outer element.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. A suspension system for connecting a first element to a second element, the system comprising:a tensile member for connecting the first element to the second element;first connecting means for connecting the tensile element to the first element;second connecting means f

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. A suspension system for connecting a first element to a second element, the system comprising:a tensile member for connecting the first element to the second element;first connecting means for connecting the tensile element to the first element;second connecting means for connecting the tensile element to the second element; andadjusting means for adjusting the tensile element to correctly position the second element with respect to the first element;characterised in that the adjusting means comprises a plate member having a pivot point about which it is rotatable, the plate member being pivotally mounted on the first element at the pivot point and connected to one end of the tensile member; and an adjusting member connected to the plate member for rotating the plate member about the pivot point to effect adjustment of the tensile element.