Development of low-cost scintillation materials that can be easily produced and perform well
X-ray scintillators transformX-rays into visible light, and they are a common type of X-ray detectors. When you visit a dentist or airport, scintillators are used to take pictures of your teeth or scan your luggage.
For the manufacture of X-ray scintillatorsVarious materials have been used for radiation, but their production can be difficult or expensive. Some recent developments use compounds that contain lead and its toxicity may be of concern.
A team of scientists have found another solution. They used a compound organic manganese halide to create scintillators that do not use lead or heavy metals. This compound can produce a powder that is very good for imaging and can be combined with a polymer to create a flexible composite that can be used as a scintillator. This flexibility expands the use of this technology.
The technology combines low cost with high performance and environmentally friendly materials.
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