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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 30, 2019
Filed:
Mar. 27, 2017
Starfire Industries Llc, Champaign, IL (US);
Robert Andrew Stubbers, Champaign, IL (US);
Brian Edward Jurczyk, Champaign, IL (US);
Darren Adam Alman, Savoy, IL (US);
Matthew David Coventry, Champaign, IL (US);
Michael Jerome Schaus, Glen Ellyn, IL (US);
Starfire Industries LLC, Champaign, IL (US);
Abstract
The design of a compact, high-efficiency, high-flux capable compact-accelerator fusion neutron generator (FNG) is discussed. FNG's can be used in a variety of industrial analysis applications to replace the use of radioisotopes which pose higher risks to both the end user and national security. High efficiency, long lifetime, and high power-handling capability are achieved though innovative target materials and ion source technology. The device can be sealed up for neutron radiography applications, or down for borehole analysis or other compact applications. Advanced technologies such as custom neutron output energy spectrum, pulsing, and associated particle imaging can be incorporated.