Localization of a radioactive source

Details Localization of a radioactive source Localization of a radioactive source

2011-05-31

2011-05-31

Vanore, David A (Department: 2881)

Radiant energy

Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling

With radiant energy source

C250S394000, C250S395000, C250S336100, C250S493100, C250S498100, C600S003000, C600S424000, C600S425000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07952079

ABSTRACT:
An angle-responsive sensor, comprising:a radiation detector adapted to detect ionizing radiation;at least one radiation absorbing element arranged to block radiation from reaching said detector in a manner dependent on a relative orientation of a radiation source, said detector and said element, said detector and said element defining an aim for said sensor; andcircuitry coupled to said detector and which generates an output signal which varies as a function of said relative orientation,wherein said detector and said element are arranged to have a working volume of at least 10 cm in depth and having an angular width, such that said signal defines an accuracy of better than 3 mm within one standard deviation, over said working volume.

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