Transparent matrix structures for detection of neutron particles based on di-ureasil xerogels

Hee Jung Im; Carl Willis; Andrew C. Stephan; Michelle D. Pawel; Suree Saengkerdsub; Sheng Dai

doi:10.1063/1.1690464

Transparent matrix structures for detection of neutron particles based on di-ureasil xerogels

Hee Jung Im
, Carl Willis
, Andrew C. Stephan
, Michelle D. Pawel
, Suree Saengkerdsub
, Sheng Dai

Chemical Sciences Division

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Abstract

The use of di-ureasil xerogels for synthesis of neutron sensors by mixing of lithium salicylate solution into hybrid silica-polymer precursor was discussed. It was found that the di-ureasil xerogels doped with lithium-6 salicylate are effective sintillators for neutrons. It was suggested that di-ureasil component plays dual roles, which includes solubilization of lithium ions through polyethylene oxide bridges and scintillation centers. It was also suggested that the lithium-6 salicylate di-ureasil xerogels have potential for use in fabrication of large area neutron detectors.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	2448-2450
Number of pages	3
Journal	Applied Physics Letters
Volume	84
Issue number	13
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1063/1.1690464
State	Published - Mar 29 2004

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