PERFECT CRYSTAL NEUTRON OPTICS
P E C N O
Contractual Period: 1997-01-01, 2001-12-31, 60 months
Network topics
Objectives of the Network
The aim is to make the step from geometrical optics to quantum optics where
the neutron as a measuring particle should be treated as a quantum object
rather than a classical particle. Perfect crystals are essential components
for advanced neutron optics. The collaboration will be very important for
the further development of large perfect single crystals, gradient single
crystals and multiple single crystals. The project seeks to optimize the
utilization of existing neutron sources and to prepare the ground for a
full exploitation of more intense future sources. Developments are anticipated
in the following topics:
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Perfect crystal small-angle scattering cameras
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Gradient and multiple crystals
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Neutron interferometry
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Perfect crystal storage (resonator) system
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Vibrating crystals
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Bragg focusing and wave propagation in crystals
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Quantum physics consequences
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Crystal characterization, fabrication and testing
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Phase space manipulation
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Standing neutron waves
This page has been created by E. Jericha
Last changes made by E. Jericha (30.04.2002)
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