Abstract
Polarized neutrons are a powerful probe to investigate magnetism in condensed matter on length scales from single atomic distances to micrometers. With the ongoing advancement of neutron optics, that allow to transport beams with increased divergence, the demands on neutron polarizes and analyzers have grown as well. The situation becomes especially challenging for new instruments at pulsed sources, where a large wavelength band needs to be polarized to make efficient use of the time structure of the beam.Here we present a polarization analysis concept for highly focused neutron beams that is based on transmission supermirrors that are bend in the shape of equiangular spirals. The method allows polarizations above 95% and good transmission, without negative impact on other beam characteristics. An example of a compact polarizing device already tested on the AMOR reflectometer is presented as well as the concept for the next generation implementation of the technique that will be installed on the Estia instrument being build for the European Spallation Source.
Highlights
Neutron radiation has several properties desired in the investigation of many condensed matter systems
In addition to a suitable wavelength on theA length scale, high sensitivity to lighter elements and energies useful for spectroscopic studies, the main advantage the neutrons pose over x-ray photons is the sensitivity to magnetic induction inherent to the magnetic moment of the particle
While limited by the small reflection angle needed for each mirror, these solid state devices can reach very high neutron polarizations with only minimal losses to the intensity of the desired neutron polarization state
Summary
Neutron radiation has several properties desired in the investigation of many condensed matter systems. Main advantages of this method are the possibility to optimize the polarization efficiency to the desired application and the relatively low dependence of the device properties on the neutron trajectory. While limited by the small reflection angle needed for each mirror, these solid state devices can reach very high neutron polarizations with only minimal losses to the intensity of the desired neutron polarization state.
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