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Directional gamma detector

US4259575A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 4, 1980
Grant dateMar 31, 1981
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Expiry dateApr 4, 2000

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01T3/006
  • WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An improved directional gamma radiation detector has a collector sandwiched etween two layers of insulation of varying thicknesses. The collector and insulation layers are contained within an evacuated casing, or emitter, which releases electrons upon exposure to gamma radiation. Delayed electrons and electrons entering the collector at oblique angles are attenuated as they pass through the insulation layers on route to the collector.

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