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Title: The Next Generation of MeV Energy X-ray Sources for use in the Inspection of Additively Manufactured Parts for Industry
(Submitted on 14 Apr 2024)
Abstract: For the first time, we demonstrate the application of an inverse Compton scattering X-ray Source, driven by a laser-plasma accelerator, to image an additively manufactured component. X-rays with a mean energy of 380 keV were produced and used to image an additively manufactured part made of an Inconel (Nickel 718) alloy. Because inverse Compton scattering driven by laser-plasma acceleration produces high-energy X-rays while maintaining a focal spot size on the order of a micron, the source can provide several benefits over conventional X-ray production methods, particularly when imaging superalloy parts, with the potential to revolutionise what can be inspected.
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From: Christopher Thornton R [view email][v1] Sun, 14 Apr 2024 14:24:45 GMT (2164kb,D)
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