Objectives
Objectives of the ELITE Project:
Development of free-standing solid targets made from carbon-based materials (C and Polypyrrole (H(C₄H₂NH)ₙH) and Boron-doped C), with thicknesses ranging from a few nanometers to several hundred nanometers. This includes the deposition of materials by MAPLE on ice substrates (templates) and the subsequent removal of ice after material deposition. (Proposed by the INFLPR team)
Development of technology for high-repetition-rate solid targets, including:
- Designing and manufacturing a metallic or polymeric honeycomb scaffold to freeze water.
- Depositing free-standing solid targets onto the scaffold.
- Developing a target alignment system for the interaction chamber. (Proposed by the ELI-NP Target Laboratory team).
Comprehensive characterization of free-standing targets by conducting detailed analyses to assess their morphological and structural characteristics. This involves successful fabrication and characterization of targets with controlled thickness and desirable morphology, laying the groundwork for further project development.
Analyze the relationship between the thickness of free-standing targets and the size of the honeycomb scaffold pores (holes). Specifically, determine the minimum target thickness required for a given scaffold pore diameter to maintain free-standing capabilities.
Perform tests on high-repetition-rate free-standing targets in ELI-NP-relevant environments.
Submit four patent applications to validate the technique for obtaining free-standing targets.
Publish two scientific papers in ISI journals and present a minimum of two presentations at national or international conferences.