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Title: A real-time intercepting beam-profile monitor for a medical cyclotron

Journal Article · · Review of Scientific Instruments
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1063/1.4832422· OSTI ID:22220323
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  1. TRIUMF, 4004 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 2A3 (Canada)

There is a lack of real-time continuous beam-diagnostic tools for medical cyclotrons due to high power deposition during proton irradiation. To overcome this limitation, we have developed a profile monitor that is capable of providing continuous feedback about beam shape and current in real time while it is inserted in the beam path. This enables users to optimize the beam profile and observe fluctuations in the beam over time with periodic insertion of the monitor.

OSTI ID:
22220323
Journal Information:
Review of Scientific Instruments, Vol. 84, Issue 11; Other Information: (c) 2013 AIP Publishing LLC; Country of input: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA); ISSN 0034-6748
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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