Web-based Multi-channel Analyzer (WebMCA)

Abstract
LANL scientists have developed novel systems and methods for processing and distributing spectrographic pulse data, specifically, a platform independent and highly customizable multi-channel analyzer that conveniently acquires, processes, and distributes spectrographic pulse data over a computer network. Radioactive materials produce pulses at a very high rate, up to 10,000 pulses per second and capturing each of these is critical to accurate characterization of radioactive substances. Developers of pulse-mode detectors believed that general-purpose operating systems were not capable of capturing pulse data at such rates, therefore these detectors use special-purpose software running on application-specific operating system software. Demand of high capture rates also precluded development of processing and distribution capabilities of these devices. As a result, conventional systems operate with proprietary closed architectures preventing cross-communication and customization and severely limiting functionality. For example, it is difficult to interface with these systems to enable distribution of spectrographic data via computer network.Learn More:
http://www.lanl.gov/orgs/tt/pdf/techs/webmca_overview.pdf

Application(s)

Radiation detection (pulse mode)
Nuclear Power
Food Industry (measurement of irradiated dose)
X-ray Spectroscopy
Non-destructive testing
Environmental analysis and monitoring

Advantages

Standard data formats
Standard network protocols
Compatible with general-purpose operating systems
Convenient customization
Remote customization

IP Status: Available for Non-Exclusive Licensing

Reference Number: 114

S Number: DOE reference no.(s): 94,634

Patents & Applications:
United States National Patent Number 6668277 Issued on 12/23/2003

Posted: 11-28-2005

Contact
Laura Barber
Technology Transfer Division
Los Alamos National Laboratory
P.O. Box 1663, MailStop C334
(505) 667-9266
ljbb@lanl.gov

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Web-based Multi-channel Analyzer (WebMCA)