Nuclear resonance‐fluorescence analyser of ores and surfaces

Nuclear resonance fluorescence of the continuous spectrum of gamma rays generated by Compton scattering of radiation from 60Co or, alternately, 124Sb is investigated as a possible technique for analysis of materials. The sensitivities for various elements are estimated. With appropriate variations in the design of equipment, the method can be employed for nondestructive analysis of hard surfaces, ocean floors and special rock sample; and also for analysis of ores in quantities of the order of hundreds of kilograms and bore holes. General geometries of plausible designs of equipment are given.