A Detector Configuration with Semiconductor Photomultiplier Strips and Differential Readout

摘要

A detector configuration that combines a plurality of elongated semiconductor photo-multiplier sensor strips coupled to a scintillator crystal block with a differential readout that will enhance the time resolution. This is permitted due to a reduction of electronic noise due to reduced cross talk and noise in the ground. In addition, the dead area is minimized and thus the efficiency of the photodetector is enhanced.

主权项

1. A detector configuration, comprising:
a scintillator crystal block; a plurality of semiconductor photomultiplier sensor elements optically coupled to said scintillator crystal block, wherein said sensor elements comprise elongated strips; and readout means electrically coupled to said plurality of sensor elements, wherein said detector configuration is adapted to differentially couple each said sensor element to said readout means.