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Title: Enhanced material identification via momentum-integrated muon scattering tomography

Journal Article · · Nuclear Science and Technology Open Research
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  1. Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), Oak Ridge, TN (United States)
  2. Purdue Univ., West Lafayette, IN (United States)
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Cosmic ray muons, originating from interactions in the upper atmosphere, possess high energy and unique penetrative capabilities suitable for non-traditional radiographic inspection. This study explores their application in various fields such as nuclear fuel cask monitoring, nuclear reactor imaging, and archaeology, leveraging the principle of multiple Coulomb scattering for imaging dense materials. While muon scattering tomography has shown promise, accurately measuring muon momentum remains challenging. This research introduces the Momentum Integrated Point-of-Closest Approach (mPoCA) algorithm, integrating muon momentum data into the traditional Point-of-Closest Approach (PoCA) framework. Utilizing the Cherenkov muon spectrometer, renowned for precise muon momentum estimation, the mPoCA algorithm offers a novel imaging approach. Simulations conducted with GEANT4 evaluate the mPoCA algorithm’s performance against the standard PoCA method, demonstrating superior image resolution and enhanced material identification capabilities, particularly in distinguishing materials like uranium and lead. These findings underscore the potential of the mPoCA algorithm for advancing muon scattering tomography applications.

Research Organization:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), Oak Ridge, TN (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Laboratory Directed Research and Development (LDRD) Program
Grant/Contract Number:
AC05-00OR22725
OSTI ID:
2372973
Journal Information:
Nuclear Science and Technology Open Research, Journal Name: Nuclear Science and Technology Open Research Journal Issue: 42 Vol. 2; ISSN 2755-967X
Publisher:
Taylor & FrancisCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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