The World's Strongest Neutron Beam (1 of 2) (IMAGE)

Technical University of Munich (TUM)

The World's Strongest Neutron Beam (1 of 2)

Caption

Prompt Gamma Activation Analysis is a method which is so extremely accurate, that it is even possible to determine which mine delivered the ore used for a given antique coin. To analyze even smallest samples the scientists at the research neutron source at the Technische Universitaet Muenchen have improved their instrument during last year's maintenance break. Now they have achieved not only the world's strongest neutron beam but also the best ratio between usable neutrons and noisy background radiation worldwide.

Credit

Photo: Andreas Heddergott / TU Muenchen

Usage Restrictions

None

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.