RAIN was a community of enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and motivated individuals working together to solve some of the most challenging robotics problems in the world.
At its core were ten research institutions, led by the University of Manchester, each bringing their own expertise.
CeBr & Red Pitaya
10MM CEBR3 Γ-RAY SCINTILLATOR WITH RED PITAYA STEMLAB 125-14
The CeBr and Red Pitaya work as a pair. These measure γ-ray radiation and perform γ-ray spectroscopy. It offers more accurate spectroscopy than the NaI:Tl, albeit with reduced sensitivity because of a smaller scintillator. When deployed a lead collimator is used to provide directionality, so it can be aimed at objects.
Technical Specifications:
- Requires USB and Ethernet connections for power and data, ROS Kinetic & Melodic ready. Is plug-n-play for robot use. Achieves a 5.4% resolution at 662keV.
The Red Pitaya provides a cheap ROS compatible MCA for γ-ray detectors. It is a COTS product, of use to researchers and industry too.
Get in Touch
Dept. of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
The University of Manchester
Engineering Building A
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL