The gradient system transfer function (GSTF) characterizes the frequency transfer behavior of a dynamic gradient system and can for example be used to correct non-Cartesian k-space trajectories. This work analyzes the impact of the gradient coil temperatures on the GSTF by applying gradients with high amplitudes at extensive duty cycles. The obtained results show that heating changes the transfer characteristics of the system. Based on these findings, we developed a model to predict the self- and B0-terms of the GSTF in dependency of the temperature.
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