| Neutron Imaging and Applications: A Reference for the Imaging Community 2009 Edition Contributor(s): Anderson, Ian S. (Editor), McGreevy, Robert (Editor), Bilheux, Hassina Z. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0387786929 ISBN-13: 9780387786926 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $161.49 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: May 2009 Annotation: Neutron Imaging and Applications offers an introduction to the basics of neutron beam production in addition to the wide scope of techniques that enhance imaging application capabilities. An instructional overview of neutron sources, detectors, optics and spin-filters allows readers to delve more deeply into the discussions of radiography, tomography and prospective applications available in neutron holography techniques. A section devoted to current applications describes imaging single grains in polycrystalline materials, neutron imaging of geological materials and other materials science and engineering areas. Coverage of thermal neutron imaging of biological tissues, plant physiology, Homeland Security and contraband detection explore the future prospects of this cutting-edge research. Written by key experts in the field, researchers and engineers involved with imaging technologies will find Neutron Imaging and Applications a valuable reference. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Materials Science - General - Medical | Radiology, Radiotherapy & Nuclear Medicine - Medical | Biotechnology |
| Dewey: 621.36 |
| LCCN: 2008936128 |
| Series: Neutron Scattering Applications and Techniques |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 6.2" W x 9.2" (1.40 lbs) 341 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Neutron Imaging and Applications offers an introduction to the basics of neutron beam production in addition to the wide scope of techniques that enhance imaging application capabilities. An instructional overview of neutron sources, detectors, optics and spin-filters allows readers to delve more deeply into the discussions of radiography, tomography and prospective applications available in neutron holography techniques. A section devoted to current applications describes imaging single grains in polycrystalline materials, neutron imaging of geological materials and other materials science and engineering areas. Coverage of thermal neutron imaging of biological tissues, plant physiology, Homeland Security and contraband detection explore the future prospects of this cutting-edge research. Written by key experts in the field, researchers and engineers involved with imaging technologies will find Neutron Imaging and Applications a valuable reference. |
