Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography: Types of Detectors

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography: Types of Detectors

The role of the detectors in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is to analyze the solutes as they exit from the chromatographic column. The detector recognizes the solute's property and generates corresponding electrical signals, which are converted into a readable graph of the detector's response versus elution time called a chromatogram at the computer. There are several types of HPLC detectors, each with its own advantages and limitations, depending on the analyte properties and...

Determination of Crystal Structures

Determination of Crystal Structures

In the late 1800s, the revelation that light extended beyond visible wavelengths led to the discovery of X-rays by Wilhelm Roentgen. Recognized as high-energy electromagnetic radiation with short wavelengths, X-rays prompted exploration into their interaction with crystals. Max von Laue proposed in 1912 that the periodic arrangement of atoms, ions, or molecules in crystals would cause them to diffract X-rays, a hypothesis confirmed through experiments with copper sulfate and zinc sulfide...

Gas Chromatography: Overview of Detectors

Gas Chromatography: Overview of Detectors

Detectors in gas chromatography (GC) help identify and quantify the components of a mixture by translating chemical properties into measurable signals, which are displayed on a chromatogram. Detectors can be categorized into two main types: destructive and non-destructive.
A non-destructive detector allows a sample to be analyzed without altering or consuming it, meaning the sample can be collected after detection for further analysis. Examples include thermal conductivity detectors and...

Gas Chromatography: Types of Detectors-II

Gas Chromatography: Types of Detectors-II

In gas chromatography, different detectors are employed to meet specific analytical needs. These detectors are often categorized based on their detection mechanisms and the types of compounds they are best suited to analyze. Thermal Conductivity Detectors (TCD), Flame Ionization Detectors (FID), and Electron Capture Detectors (ECD) represent common categories, each with unique operating principles and applications. However, beyond these, several other detectors are designed for more specialized...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Data-driven optimization for controllable multi-scale aperture fabrication of nanopipettes.

The Analyst·2026

Same author

Modified chitosan/oxidized carrageenan composite hydrogels incorporated with sea cucumber protein peptides as a potential novel biomedical material.

International journal of biological macromolecules·2026

Same author

Single-Step Synthesis of Laser-Induced Graphene (LIG) Wood Impregnated SnO<sub>2</sub>-NiO for Room Temperature Methane Gas Sensor.

ACS omega·2026

Same author

Protein hydrolysate derived from <i>Stichopus horrens</i> with antibacterial activity: preparation, characterization, and antibacterial mechanism.

RSC advances·2026

Same author

Morphology-phase coevolution driven by oxygen chemical potential in Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub>/α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> nanosheets.

Nanoscale·2026

Same author

Sustainable fabrication of superhydrophilic polypropylene nonwovens via tannic acid/silk fibroin coating and confined in-situ zinc oxide synthesis for robust oil/water separation.

Environmental research·2026

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 22, 2026

Fabrication of Flexible Image Sensor Based on Lateral NIPIN Phototransistors

Fabrication of Flexible Image Sensor Based on Lateral NIPIN Phototransistors

Published on: June 23, 2018

A simple yet high-performance position-sensitive detector with readout electronics.

Tianjie Ma¹, Xiaohan Wang¹, Zhi Chen¹

¹Tianjin International Center for Nanoparticles and Nanosystems, Tianjin University, 92 Weijin Road, Nankai District, Tianjin 300072, People's Republic of China.

The Review of Scientific Instruments

|May 21, 2026

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

We developed a novel delay-line position-sensitive detector (PSD) using printed circuit board assembly. This approach simplifies manufacturing while maintaining high performance for charged ion beam detection.

More Related Videos

Microfluidic Platform with Multiplexed Electronic Detection for Spatial Tracking of Particles

Microfluidic Platform with Multiplexed Electronic Detection for Spatial Tracking of Particles

Published on: March 13, 2017

Additive Manufacturing-Enabled Low-Cost Particle Detector

Additive Manufacturing-Enabled Low-Cost Particle Detector

Published on: March 24, 2023

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 22, 2026

Fabrication of Flexible Image Sensor Based on Lateral NIPIN Phototransistors

Fabrication of Flexible Image Sensor Based on Lateral NIPIN Phototransistors

Published on: June 23, 2018

Microfluidic Platform with Multiplexed Electronic Detection for Spatial Tracking of Particles

Microfluidic Platform with Multiplexed Electronic Detection for Spatial Tracking of Particles

Published on: March 13, 2017

Additive Manufacturing-Enabled Low-Cost Particle Detector

Additive Manufacturing-Enabled Low-Cost Particle Detector

Published on: March 24, 2023

Area of Science:

Physics
Instrumentation
Particle Detection

Background:

Manufacturing position-sensitive detectors (PSDs) with high performance and low complexity remains a significant challenge.
Existing PSDs often involve complex fabrication processes, increasing costs and limiting accessibility.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce a novel delay-line PSD designed for direct use in charged ion beam detection.
To significantly reduce manufacturing complexity without compromising detection performance.

Main Methods:

Fabrication of a structurally simple and stable serpentine delay-line anode using a commercially available printed circuit board.
Integration with constant fraction discriminator-based high-precision readout electronics.
Utilizing a field-programmable gate array (FPGA) chip for signal processing.

Main Results:

The developed system demonstrates excellent detection performance, suitable for charged ion beam applications.
Achieved full width at half maximum (FWHM) resolutions of 210 μm (X-axis) and 350 μm (Y-axis).
The printed circuit board assembly significantly reduces manufacturing complexity.

Conclusions:

The novel delay-line PSD offers a simplified manufacturing process through printed circuit board assembly.
The system successfully balances reduced complexity with high-performance detection capabilities for ion beams.
This advancement provides a more accessible and cost-effective solution for charged particle detection.