Neutron detector using sol-gel absorber

Details Neutron detector using sol-gel absorber Neutron detector using sol-gel absorber

1997-10-29

1999-10-26

Westin, Edward P.

Radiant energy

Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling

Neutron responsive means

250361R, 376153, G01T 120

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059733284

ABSTRACT:
An neutron detector composed of fissionable material having ions of lithium, uranium, thorium, plutonium, or neptunium, contained within a glass film fabricated using a sol-gel method combined with a particle detector is disclosed. When the glass film is bombarded with neutrons, the fissionable material emits fission particles and electrons. Prompt emitting activated elements yielding a high energy electron contained within a sol-gel glass film in combination with a particle detector is also disclosed. The emissions resulting from neutron bombardment can then be detected using standard UV and particle detection methods well known in the art, such as microchannel plates, channeltrons, and silicon avalanche photodiodes.

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