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Dense high-speed scintillator material of low afterglow

US8034258B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 20, 2009
Grant dateOct 11, 2011
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Expiry dateNov 20, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B6/4258
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to an inorganic scintillator material of formula Lu(2-y)Y(y-z-x) CexMzSi(1-v)M′vO5, in which: In particular, this material may equip scintillation detectors for applications in industry, for the medical field (scanners) and/or for detection in oil drilling. The presence of Ca in the crystal reduces the afterglow, while stopping power for high-energy radiation remains high.

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