GENERATING NEUTRONS USING A ROTATING NEUTRON SOURCE MATERIAL

摘要

A system and method for generating neutrons is disclosed, particularly from a lithium target. The system and method comprise a rotatable structure comprising a neutron source material and a proton beam generator. The structure is rotatable about an axis of symmetry, and the proton beam generator is configured to direct a proton beam at the neutron source as it rotates, thereby generating neutrons. Various embodiments of the present invention are disclosed. The system and method can be used in various applications, including boron neutron capture therapy.