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Irradiation targets for the production of radioisotopes

US11974386B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 9, 2022
Grant dateApr 30, 2024
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Expiry dateJun 9, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG21G2001/0036
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An irradiation target for the production of radioisotopes, comprising at least one plate defining a central opening and an elongated central member passing through the central opening of the at least one plate so that the at least one plate is retained thereon, wherein the at least one plate and the elongated central member are both formed of materials that produce molybdenum-99 (Mo-99) by way of neutron capture.

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