Title :
A megachannel γ-γ coincidence system using a PDP-8/E computer and moving-head disks
Author :
Ruhter, Wayne D. ; Camp, David C. ; Mann, Lloyd G. ; Niday, James B. ; Siemens, Philip D.
Author_Institution :
Department of Applied Science, University of California, Livermore, California. Research Supported by Fannie and John Hertz-Foundation
Abstract :
A megachannel pulse-height analysis system using a PDP-8/E computer and two moving-head disk memories has been developed. The system has a storage capacity of 220 memory locations, is capable of processing 1100 events/s, and provides on-line sorting and disk storage. An X- or Y-pulse-height spectrum in coincidence with one or several arbitrary pulse-height windows can be assembled in core for scope display and spectral analysis within 2 to 20 seconds. Reconstruction of a complete X- or Y-pulse-height spectrum requires about 3 minutes.
Keywords :
Assembly; Buffer storage; Computer displays; Costs; Data acquisition; Energy resolution; Gamma ray detection; Gamma ray detectors; Sorting; Spectral analysis;
Journal_Title :
Nuclear Science, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TNS.1977.4328719
