Modulator (IMAGE)

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH

Modulator

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The GCR simulator is based on a hybrid, active-passive method: the energy of a primary beam of iron ions is actively varied before hitting passive beam modulators — a well-known and proven method from particle therapy. The geometry, material, composition, and thickness of the modulators are optimized to create a deep space radiation environment analog.

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