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Thin-film deposition and characterization for neutron detection applications

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Solid state physics experimental techniques and characterization tools can provide a valuable contribution to the research and development activity on He-free neutron detection systems, for both detector assessment and performance improvement. Presently, a He replacement strategy relies on the use of 6Li - and/or 10B -based neutron-to-charged particle converters coupled to radiation detectors (solid state, gaseous and scintillators). These topics have been discussed during a devoted session within the HeRe (He- Replacement) in Italy Workshop held in Frascati at the ENEA Research Centre, and this paper aims at presenting a brief overview on possible deposition and characterization techniques of thin films that have been subject of discussion.

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  1. Romana Film Sottili, Anzio, Italy

    C. Misiano

  2. CNR-ISM, Montelibretti Section, Via Salaria km 29.300, 00015, Monterotondo Scalo, Italy

    D. M. Trucchi

  3. University “Roma Tre”, Department of Engineering, Via della Vasca Navale 79, 00146, Rome, Italy

    M. Renzelli & E. Bemporad

  4. INFN, RomaTRE, CSN5, Rome, Italy

    M. Renzelli & E. Bemporad

  5. UTAPRAD-MNF, ENEA Frascati Research Centre, Via E. Fermi 45, 00044, Frascati, Italy

    A. Santoni

  6. UT-Fusione, ENEA Frascati Research Centre, Via E. Fermi 45, 00044, Frascati, Italy

    A. Pietropaolo, A. Vannozzi & G. Celentano

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Contribution to the Focus Point on “3He replacement in neutron detection: Current status and perspectives” edited by N. Colonna, A. Pietropaolo, F. Sacchetti.

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Misiano, C., Trucchi, D.M., Renzelli, M. et al. Thin-film deposition and characterization for neutron detection applications. Eur. Phys. J. Plus 130, 218 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1140/epjp/i2015-15218-x

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