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NEUTRON DETECTOR OF CRYSTALLINE BORON PHOSPHIDE

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4127758
A neutron detector using crystalline rhombohedral boron phosphides having a boron-to-phosphorus ratio of at least 6 to 1 as the sensing element is described. The preparation of boron phosphides is discussed and 9 examples are given. The boron phosphide gives a varying resistance in accordance with the radiation flux to which it is subjected. High-melting-point conductors are attached to the boron phosphides and make ohmic contact. Electric leads are attached to the conductors and associated circuitry. (M.C.G.)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-18-004136
Assignee:
Monsanto Chemical Co.
Patent Number(s):
US 3113210
OSTI ID:
4127758
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English