Neutron imaging systems and methods
US11131783B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 11, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 28, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG21G4/02
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Provided herein are neutron imaging systems (e.g., radiography and tomography) systems and methods that provide, for example, high-quality, high throughput 2D and 3D fast or thermal neutron and/or X-ray images. Such systems and methods find use for the commercial-scale imaging of industrial components. In certain embodiments, provided herein are system comprising a plurality of independent neutron absorber-lined collimators (e.g., 4 or more collimators) extending outwards from a central neutron source assembly.
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