KUANS
Kyoto University Accelerator-driven Neutron Source
About Facility
KUANS is an accelerator-driven neutron source located in the East Building of Building No. 5, Graduate School of Science, Kyoto University.
It utilizes a 3.5 MeV proton linear accelerator to generate thermal neutrons, serving a wide range of purposes from basic physics experiments to industrial applications.
In recent years, we have also been promoting basic physics research using neutron interferometry in collaboration with RIKEN.
Education
Utilized as a site for accelerator operation and radiation measurement training in undergraduate and graduate laboratory courses (e.g., Course A6, P3).
Research
Conducting basic research in particle and nuclear physics using neutrons, as well as R&D for new detector technologies.
Industry
Applied to material development and non-destructive inspection meeting industrial needs, such as radiography (CT), shielding evaluation, and moderator development.
Specifications
| Accelerator | Proton Linear Accelerator |
|---|---|
| Particle | Proton |
| Max Energy | 3.5 MeV |
| Current (Max / Typ.) | 100 μA (Max) / 30 μA (Typ.) |
| Neutron Target | Beryllium (Be) |
| Neutron Intensity | ~1011 n/s |
| Thermal Flux | 103 n/cm2/s (Flight path: 2m, L/D < 20) |
User Guide
How to use the facility
Registration as a radiation worker is mandatory to use KUANS. If you are not registered, please complete the registration procedure at the radiation control office of your department.
Please consult with the faculty or technical staff regarding the desired usage period and experiment details.
Download the "Application Form," fill in the necessary information, and submit it.
Conduct your experiment safely following the rules of the radiation control area.
After use, please create and submit a "Usage Report."
* Please submit forms to Mr. Hirose (see Contact below).
Beam Schedule
Contact
Please contact us regarding facility use, tours, and collaborative research.
Technical Staff / Technical Office
Megumi NARUKI
Professor
Nuclear and Hadron Physics Lab
Juzo ZENIHIRO
Associate Professor
Nuclear and Hadron Physics Lab
Toshiyuki GOGAMI
Lecturer
Nuclear and Hadron Physics Lab