Neutron imaging and applications: a reference for the imaging community

Neutron Imaging and Applications offers an introduction to the basics of neutron beam production in addition to the wide scope of techniques that enhance imaging application capabilities. An instructional overview of neutron sources,detectors, optics and spin-filters allows readers to delve more deeply into the discussions of radiography, tomography and prospective applications available in neutron holography techniques. A section devoted to current applicationsdescribes imaging single grains in polycrystalline materials, neutron imagingof geological materials and other materials science and engineering areas. Coverage of thermal neutron imaging of biological tissues, plant physiology, Homeland Security and contraband detection explore the future prospects of this cutting-edge research. Written by key experts in the field, researchers and engineers involved with imaging technologies will find Neutron Imaging and Applications a valuable reference. Provides a detailed overview of neutron methods and reviews the multitude of specific application areas Covers a wide scope of imaging techniques that enhance the understanding of the physical, chemical, engineering, and biological mechanisms and subsystems at the micron level Serves as a worthy resource for senior researchers while providing a step-by-step guide for first time scientists using neutron facilities INDICE: Part I: Overview: Introduction. Neutrons 101. Sources andamp; Facilities. Detectors. Neutron Optics and Spin-Filters. Direct and Indirect Methods for Neutron Imaging. 3D-Imaging Techniques – A Comparison with N-Imaging.- Part II: Techniques: Radiography. Tomography. Prospective Applications of Neutron Holography. Phase Imaging. Specialized Techniques/Future Directions.- Part III: Current Applications: Imaging Single Grains in Polycrystalline Materials.Neutron Imaging for the Hydrogen Economy. Materials Science and Engineering with Neutron Imaging. Novel Neutron Imaging Techniques for Cultural Heritage Objects. Neutron Imaging of Geological Materials.- Part IV: Future Prospects andDevelopment: Thermal Neutron Imaging of Biological Tissues. Neutron Imaging in the Study of Plant Physiology. Small-Angle Scattering for Visualizing Biological Samples. Homeland Security and Contraband Detection.

• ISBN: 978-0-387-78692-6
• Editorial: Springer
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 400
• Fecha Publicación: 01/11/2008
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés