Systematic study of (d,n) reactions at E_d = 16 MeV using a deuterated scintillator array

We have developed a multi-element deuterated liquid scintillator array for the study of reactions involving neutrons utilizing high-speed digital signal processing. The liquid organic scintillators exhibit good digital pulse shape discrimination (DPSD). Typical configuration involves the detectors fixed to adjustable aluminium mounts, secured to an 80/20 aluminium frame. This allows for quick and adaptable configurations to be made for varying experimental conditions including measurements over a large angular range. A systematic study of (d,n) reactions at E_d = 16 MeV on ⁹Be, ¹¹B, ¹³C, ¹⁴N, ¹⁵N, and ¹⁹F has been conducted from 10 to 160 degrees (lab). In addition to previously unmeasured back-angle cross sections, this data can complement existing and future (³He,d) measurements as an analog to (p,γ) for astrophysics applications