Martin Nikl 2006 Meas. Sci. Technol. 17 R37 doi:10.1088/0957-0233/17/4/R01
Martin Nikl
Show affiliationsRecent research in the field of phosphor and scintillator materials and related detectors is reviewed. After a historical introduction the fundamental issues are explained regarding the interaction of x-ray radiation with a solid state. Crucial parameters and characteristics important for the performance of these materials in applications, including the employed measurement methods, are described. Extended description of the materials currently in use or under intense study is given. Scintillation detector configurations are further briefly overviewed and selected applications are mentioned in more detail to provide an illustration.
Issue 4 (April 2006)
Received 23 March 2005
Published 10 February 2006
Martin Nikl 2006 Meas. Sci. Technol. 17 R37
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