Development of high-energy neutron imaging for use in NDE applications

James M. Hall; Frank Dietrich; Clinton M. Logan; Gregory J. Schmid

doi:10.1117/12.363690

1 October 1999 Development of high-energy neutron imaging for use in NDE applications

James M. Hall, Frank Dietrich, Clinton M. Logan, Gregory J. Schmid

Proceedings Volume 3769, Penetrating Radiation Systems and Applications; (1999) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.363690
Event: SPIE's International Symposium on Optical Science, Engineering, and Instrumentation, 1999, Denver, CO, United States

Abstract

We are currently developing a high-energy (10 - 15 MeV) neutron imaging system for use in NDE applications. Our goal is to develop an imaging system capable of detecting cubic- mm-scale voids or other structural defects in heavily- shielded low-Z materials within thick sealed objects. The system will be relatively compact (suitable for use in a small laboratory) and capable of acquiring tomographic image data sets. The design of a prototype imaging detector and multi-axis staging system will be discussed and selected results from recent imaging experiments will be presented. The development of an intense, accelerator-driven neutron source suitable for use with the imaging system will also be discussed.

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James M. Hall, Frank Dietrich, Clinton M. Logan, and Gregory J. Schmid "Development of high-energy neutron imaging for use in NDE applications", Proc. SPIE 3769, Penetrating Radiation Systems and Applications, (1 October 1999); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.363690

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