A new cerium scintillating glass for X-ray detection

Abstract We report the synthesis and the characterization of an improved cerium-activated scintillating glass suitable for X-ray imaging. 2 mm thick samples were tested under X-ray excitation and the results are compared with the ones reported for commercial glasses. The glass under investigation is approximately 30% more efficient under the irradiation of a radiological X-ray tube.

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