Organic metal neutron detector

Details Organic metal neutron detector Organic metal neutron detector

1984-11-21

1987-02-03

Fields, Carolyn E.

Radiant energy

Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling

Neutron responsive means

250370, 2504721, G01T 300

Patent

active

046410376

ABSTRACT:
A device for detecting neutrons comprises a layer of conductive polymer sandwiched between electrodes, which may be covered on each face with a neutron transmissive insulating material layer. Conventional electrodes are used for a non-imaging integrating total neutron fluence-measuring embodiment, while wire grids are used in an imaging version of the device. The change in conductivity of the polymer after exposure to a neutron flux is determined in either case to provide the desired data. Alternatively, the exposed conductive polymer layer may be treated with a chemical reagent which selectively binds to the sites altered by neutrons to produce an image of the flux detected.

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