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Measurement of the 33S(n,α)30Si Thermal Cross-Section with Slow Neutrons at ILL 用慢中子测量33S(n,α)30Si热截面

Quantum Beam Science Pub Date : 2025-09-22 DOI: 10.3390/qubs9030027

J. Praena, B. Fernández, M. Macías, I. Porras, María Pedrosa-Rivera, Hanna Koivunoro, M. Sabaté-Gilarte, F. Arias de Saavedra

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Simulation Study on Dose and LET of Neutron Irradiation for Biological Experiments Using Spallation, Reactor, and Compact Neutron Sources 散裂、反应堆和紧凑型中子源生物实验中子辐照剂量和LET的模拟研究

Quantum Beam Science Pub Date : 2025-04-08 DOI: 10.3390/qubs9020011

May Sweet, K. Mishima, Masafumi Harada, Keisuke Kurita, Hiroshi Iikura, S. Tasaki, Norio Kikuchi

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A Platform for Laser-Driven Ion Sources Generated with Nanosecond Laser Pulses in the Intensity Range of 1013–1015 W/cm2 用强度范围为 1013-1015 W/cm2 的纳秒激光脉冲产生激光驱动离子源的平台

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Quantum Beam Science Pub Date : 2024-01-10 DOI: 10.3390/qubs8010005

L. Giuffrida, V. Istokskaia, A. Picciotto, V. Kantarelou, M. Barozzi, R. Dell`Anna, M. Divoký, O. Denk, D. Giubertoni, F. Grepl, A. Hadjikyriacou, M. Hanus, J. Krása, M. Kucharik, T. Levato, P. Navratil, J. Pilar, F. Schillaci, S. Stanček, M. Tosca, M. Tryus, A. Velyhan, A. Lucianetti, T. Mocek, D. Margarone

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Double-Relief Silver Coins Minted in the Greek Colonies (444–390/340–280/270 BC) of Southern Italy Analysed by XRF 通过 XRF 分析意大利南部希腊殖民地（公元前 444-390/340-280/270 年）铸造的双倍兑换银币

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Quantum Beam Science Pub Date : 2023-12-25 DOI: 10.3390/qubs8010002

J. Brocchieri, R. Vitale, Carlo Sabbarese

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Stress Measurement of Stainless Steel Piping Welds by Complementary Use of High-Energy Synchrotron X-rays and Neutrons 通过补充使用高能同步辐射 X 射线和中子测量不锈钢管道焊缝应力

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Quantum Beam Science Pub Date : 2023-12-22 DOI: 10.3390/qubs8010001

Yasufumi Miura, Kenji Suzuki, Satoshi Morooka, Takahisa Shobu

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Cable Robots as Conventional Linear Stage Alternatives for the Investigation of Complex-Shaped Objects via Macroscopic X-ray Fluorescence Imaging 缆索机器人作为传统线性平台的替代品，通过宏观 X 射线荧光成像技术研究形状复杂的物体

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Quantum Beam Science Pub Date : 2023-11-21 DOI: 10.3390/qubs7040037

Matthias Alfeld, Philipp Tempel, V. van der Wijk

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Chromium–Aluminum Coatings for Oxidation Protection of Titanium–Aluminum Intermetallic Alloys 用于钛铝金属间合金氧化保护的铬铝涂层

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Quantum Beam Science Pub Date : 2023-11-20 DOI: 10.3390/qubs7040036

Almaz Nazarov, Alexey Maslov, Elena A. Korznikova, Kamil Ramazanov

{"title":"Chromium–Aluminum Coatings for Oxidation Protection of Titanium–Aluminum Intermetallic Alloys","authors":"Almaz Nazarov, Alexey Maslov, Elena A. Korznikova, Kamil Ramazanov","doi":"10.3390/qubs7040036","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/qubs7040036","url":null,"abstract":"This article explores the utilization of cathodic-arc deposition Cr-Al overlay coatings as oxidation protection for Ti-Al-Nb intermetallic alloys. The primary objective is to investigate PVD Al-Cr coatings deposited via cathodic-arc deposition without subsequent vacuum annealing. The microstructure, phase, and chemical composition of the coatings were characterized using scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction analysis. Isothermal exposure of samples in a laboratory air furnace was conducted, revealing the efficacy of Cr-Al coatings in protecting the Ti49-11Al-40Nb-1.5Zr-0.75V-0.75Mo-0.2Si (mass%) intermetallic alloy VTI-4 against oxidation. The findings highlight that the as-deposited coatings possess a layered structure and contain Al-Cr intermetallics. Post-exposure to the furnace without prior vacuum annealing results in coatings exhibiting a porous microstructure, raising concerns regarding oxidation protection. This investigation of Cr-Al coatings on a VTI-4 alloy substrate yields valuable insights into their nanolaminate structure and challenges associated with aluminum droplet fractions. The proposed additional vacuum heat treatment at 650 °C for 500 h effectively homogenizes the coating, leading to predominant Cr2Al and Ti-Al phases. Additionally, the formation of diffusion layers at the “coating–substrate” interface and the presence of oxide barriers contribute to the coatings’ heat resistance. Our research introduces possibilities for tailoring coating properties for specific high-temperature applications in aerospace, energy, or industrial contexts. Further refinement of the heat treatment process offers the potential for developing advanced coatings with enhanced performance characteristics.","PeriodicalId":31879,"journal":{"name":"Quantum Beam Science","volume":"16 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2023-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139257887","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Identifying the Spin-Incoherent Contribution to Quasielastic Neutron Scattering with a Cold Triple-Axis Spectrometer 用冷三轴光谱仪鉴定自旋非相干对准弹性中子散射的贡献

Quantum Beam Science Pub Date : 2023-11-13 DOI: 10.3390/qubs7040035

Andrew G. Manning, Shinichiro Yano, Sojeong Kim, Won Bo Lee, Soo-Hyung Choi, Nicolas R. de Souza

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Measurement of Mechanical Behavior of 11B-Enriched MgB2 Wire Using a Pulsed Neutron Source 用脉冲中子源测量富11b MgB2金属丝的力学行为

Quantum Beam Science Pub Date : 2023-10-31 DOI: 10.3390/qubs7040034

Shutaro Machiya, Kozo Osamura, Yoshimitsu Hishinuma, Hiroyasu Taniguchi, Stefanus Harjo, Takuro Kawasaki

{"title":"Measurement of Mechanical Behavior of 11B-Enriched MgB2 Wire Using a Pulsed Neutron Source","authors":"Shutaro Machiya, Kozo Osamura, Yoshimitsu Hishinuma, Hiroyasu Taniguchi, Stefanus Harjo, Takuro Kawasaki","doi":"10.3390/qubs7040034","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/qubs7040034","url":null,"abstract":"MgB2 represents a hexagonal superconductive material renowned for its straightforward composition, which has facilitated the development of cost-effective practical wires. Its capacity to function at temperatures as low as liquid hydrogen (LH2) has made it a prominent candidate as wire material for the coils of next-generation fusion reactors. Much like other superconducting wires, a prevalent issue arises when these wires are employed in coils, wherein electromagnetic forces induce tensile stress and strain within the wire. This, in turn, diminishes the critical current, which is the maximum current capable of flowing within the generated magnetic field and strain. The techniques and methods for accurately measuring the actual strain on the filaments are of paramount importance. While strain measurements have been conducted with synchrotron radiation and neutrons for other practical wires in the past, no such measurements have been undertaken for MgB2. Presumably, this lack of measurement is attributed to its relatively greater thickness, making it less suitable for synchrotron radiation measurements. Additionally, the high absorption cross-section of the included boron-10 poses challenges in obtaining elastic scattering data for neutron measurements. In response, we fabricated a wire enriched with boron-11, an isotope with a smaller neutron absorption cross-section. We then embarked on the endeavor to measure its strain under tensile loading using pulsed neutrons. Consequently, we succeeded in obtaining changes in the lattice constant under tensile loading through Rietveld analysis. This marks the inaugural instance of strain measurement on an MgB2 filament, signifying a significant milestone in superconductivity research.","PeriodicalId":31879,"journal":{"name":"Quantum Beam Science","volume":"97 ","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135872626","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Collective Acceleration of Helium Ions from Its Residual Atmosphere in a Luce Diode 卢斯二极管中残余大气中氦离子的集体加速度

Quantum Beam Science Pub Date : 2023-10-24 DOI: 10.3390/qubs7040033

Vladislav Ryzhkov, Mikhail Zhuravlev, Gennady Remnev

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