The Neutron Imaging Instrument CONRAD-Post-Operational Review.
Nikolay Kardjilov1, Ingo Manke1, André Hilger1
1Helmholtz-Zentrum-Berlin, D-14109 Berlin, Germany.
Journal of Imaging
|August 30, 2021
Summary
The CONRAD instrument at BER-II facilitated advanced neutron imaging techniques. Its flexible design and pure cold neutron spectrum expanded the neutron imaging community.
Area of Science:
- Neutron scattering
- Materials science
- Instrument development
Background:
- The CONRAD instrument operated at the BER-II research reactor from 2005 to 2020.
- It utilized neutron flux from the reactor's cold source via a curved neutron guide.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail the capabilities and impact of the CONRAD neutron imaging instrument.
- To highlight advancements in neutron imaging methodologies enabled by the instrument.
Main Methods:
- Operation of the CONRAD instrument utilizing a pure cold neutron spectrum.
- Employing various neutron optical components like lenses, guides, polarizers, monochromators, and phase gratings.
- Implementing advanced imaging techniques: wavelength-selective, dark-field, phase-contrast, and polarized neutron imaging.
Main Results:
- The instrument's pure cold neutron spectrum facilitated diverse neutron optical components.
- Flexible instrument setup enabled the implementation of novel imaging methods.
- Successful operation attracted scientists and industrial users, fostering community growth.
Conclusions:
- CONRAD's flexible design and advanced capabilities significantly contributed to neutron imaging research.
- The instrument played a key role in expanding the neutron imaging user community.
- Developments at CONRAD advanced the field of neutron imaging applications.
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