Cosmic Muon Detection for Geophysical Applications. (30th April 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Oláh, László; Barnaföldi, Gergely Gábor; Hamar, Gergő; Melegh, Hunor Gergely; Surányi, Gergely; Varga, Dezső
• Other Names: Szabelski Jacek Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Advances in high energy physics. Volume 2013(2013)
• Publication Date: 2013-04-30
• Subjects: Particles (Nuclear physics) -- Periodicals; Particles (Nuclear physics); Periodicals; 539.76
• DOI: 10.1155/2013/560192
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1687-7357

Abstract

Abstract : A portable cosmic muon detector has been developed for environmental, geophysical, or industrial applications. The device is a tracking detector based on the Close Cathode Chamber, an MWPC-like technology, allowing operation in natural underground caves or artificial tunnels, far from laboratory conditions. The compact, low power consumption system with sensitive surface of 0.1 m 2 measures the angular distribution of cosmic muons with a resolution of 10 mrad, allowing for a detailed mapping of the rock thickness above the muon detector. Demonstration of applicability of the muon telescope (REGARD Muontomograph) for civil engineering and measurements in artificial underground tunnels or caverns are presented.