Cold neutron source, abstract image. Neutrons are fundamental particles found in atomic nuclei. Typically emitted by a suitable radioactive source or nuclear reactor, neutrons have applications in various areas of physics, particularly the field known as neutron optics. This cold neutron source cell is filled with liquid hydrogen at minus 253 Celsius. It is placed as close as possible to the nuclear reactor core. Liquid hydrogen as a moderator shifts the reactor neutron flux spectrum to lower energies. After this, the neutrons are transported to the experimental facilities by means of the neutron guide system. Examples of neutron optics include neutron spectrometry, neutron diffraction, neutron scattering, and neutron tomography. | |
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