Work Package 1
Development of the NOVO hardware
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This work package (WP1) aims to achieve a breakthrough in fast neutron (FN) and prompt gamma (PG) imaging by developing a cutting-edge detector system utilizing emerging technologies and knowledge transfer from CERN's high-energy physics research. By prioritizing factors such as low maintenance, ease of clinical integration, and cost-effectiveness alongside physical performance, the project involves prototyping detector modules with advanced organic scintillators and electronics. Led by partners including BOUN, HZDR, TUBITAK BILGEM, and Target, the development leverages the consortium’s expertise in data acquisition systems to create an optimized technical solution characterized at international neutron source facilities.
Objectives
O1.1 Development of high-performance, robust scintillators.
O1.2 Development of high-performance integrated readout electronics for NOVCoDA.
O1.3 Build an operable NOVCoDA.
Tasks
T1.1 Technology demands
T1.2 High-performance and robust scintillator materials
T1.3 Front-end electronics and NOVO detector elements
T1.4 Back-end electronics and DAQ system
T1.5 NOVO-Prototype development
Deliverables
D1.1 Technical requirements
D1.2 Scintillator specifications
D1.3 Design criteria
D1.4 Back-end and DAQ
Milestones
M2 NOVO Detector Elements
M5 NOVO NOVCoDA