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Single-use plasma pinch neutron generators

US10813207B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJan 31, 2017
Grant dateOct 20, 2020
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Expiry dateSep 28, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E30/10
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A single-use neutron generator includes a power supply. The single-use neutron generator includes a fuel source configured to provide neutron-producing fuel. The single-use neutron generator includes a plasma confinement device coupled to the power supply and the fuel source and configured to generate a plasma pinch of the neutron-producing fuel. At least one component of the single-use neutron generator is configured for single use.

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