Neutronisäillet

Neutronisäillet, often translated as neutron wire, is a type of particle detector used in nuclear physics and radiation monitoring. It is a gas-filled detector that operates on the principle of ionization. When neutrons interact with the detector's gas, they can cause ionization, which then produces an electrical signal. These detectors are typically filled with a gas mixture that contains a neutron-sensitive isotope, such as boron-10 or helium-3. Neutronisäillet are valuable for their ability to detect neutrons without being sensitive to other forms of radiation like gamma rays or beta particles, making them useful for specific applications. Their design allows for the detection of individual neutrons, providing a count of the neutron flux. The size and composition of a neutronisäillet can be varied to optimize its efficiency for different neutron energies and detection rates. They are employed in fields ranging from nuclear reactor control and security screening to scientific research in neutron scattering.