A Method to Measure Positron Beam Polarization Using Optically Polarized Atoms
We outline an experimental technique for measuring the degree of polarization of a positron beam using an optically pumped, spin-polarized Rb target. The technique is based on the production and measurement of the ortho- and para-positronium fractions through positron collisions with the Rb atoms as...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-04-01
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Series: | Atoms |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2218-2004/11/4/65 |
Summary: | We outline an experimental technique for measuring the degree of polarization of a positron beam using an optically pumped, spin-polarized Rb target. The technique is based on the production and measurement of the ortho- and para-positronium fractions through positron collisions with the Rb atoms as a function of their polarization. Using realistic estimates for the cross sections and experimental parameters involved, we estimate that a polarization measurement with an uncertainty of 3% of the measured value can be achieved in an hour. |
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ISSN: | 2218-2004 |