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Very robust scintillator device and process of manufacturing it

US5283439A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 19, 1993
Grant dateFeb 1, 1994
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Expiry dateJan 19, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01T1/2002
  • WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The scintillator uses a luminescent crystal (5) under the action of an ionizing radiation. It is particularly intended for use at high temperatures and accelerations. The crystal (5) is surrounded by PTFE powder (11) which is sintered cold and then conditioned hot and under pressure.

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