10 MeV Electron Accelerator: Safe & Versatile for Industry
10 MeV Electron Accelerator: Safe & Versatile for Industry
10 MeV LINAC for Radiation Processing Applications
Tags: Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, India, Agriculture & Food, Healthcare & Lifesciences
This technology involves the development of a 10 MeV, 5 kW electron accelerator designed for various industrial applications, including food irradiation, medical sterilization, cross-linking of cables, and semiconductor and diamond irradiation. The accelerator operates safely with no induced radioactivity and can be turned off instantly, ensuring radiation safety. The electron beams are accelerated and then deflected for use in radiation processing applications, making it highly versatile across industries. This system is suitable for expanding industrial uses of electron beams, with precise control over beam energy and current.
IP Type or Form Factor: Device; Platform; Design; Process & Method
TRL: 6 - prototype validated in intended environment
Industry or Tech Area: Food & Beverage; Medical Devices
