The Desktop Muon Detector: A simple, physics-motivated machine- and electronics-shop project for university students
arXiv:1606.01196 · doi:10.1119/1.5003806
Abstract
This paper describes an undergraduate-level physics project that incorporates various aspects of machine- and electronics-shop technical development. The desktop muon detector is a self-contained apparatus that employs plastic scintillator as a detection medium and a silicon photomultiplier for light collection. These detectors can be used in conjunction with the provided software to make interesting physics measurements. The total cost of each counter is approximately $100.
arXiv comment29 pages, 14 figures
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