Dynamic infrared sample controlled (DISCO) temperature for the tumbler cells for ultra small angle neutron scattering (USANS)

Abstract

In this paper a method to control the temperature for a rotating Ultra Small Angle Neutron Scattering (USANS) sample holder is introduced. The temperature is controlled via halogen light bulbs and an infra-red (IR) sensor to avoid interference with the rotation.

Keywords

USANS rotating sample holder temperature control colloidal suspensions thermoresponsive

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