Multichannel Photomultiplier with Readout Electronics

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This invention describes a modular multichannel photomultiplier device combined with compact and integrated read-out electronics. The readout system is designed so that its surface is no larger than the photomultiplier's front face, allowing for seamless tiling of units to create large, scalable detection surfaces with minimal dead zones. The electronics include logic circuits for integrated data processing and direct output, offering configurable modes for fast event detection or detailed signal data. The overall system is highly compact, flexible, and supports automation and ease of use.

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• High-resolution radiation and particle detection in medical imaging (e.g., PET scanners)
• Scientific research in physics experiments requiring photon or particle detection (e.g., in nuclear or particle physics labs)
• Industrial non-destructive testing or safety monitoring using scintillation detectors
• Quality control in manufacturing environments needing sensitive light detection
• Astrophysics or cosmic ray detectors arrayed for wide-area coverage
• Security scanning systems requiring scalable and precise photon detection

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• Allows for easy, compact, and efficient scaling of detection area with minimal dead zones by modular tiling
• Highly integrated electronics reduce manual intervention and complexity, enabling greater automation
• Flexible, user-friendly configuration with direct data output simplifies installation and operation
• Two operational modes (event notification and detailed data) allow rapid detection or in-depth analysis according to application needs
• Compact electronics design enables easier integration into various mechanical and spatial constraints
• Reduced cable clutter and streamlined assembly improve reliability and maintenance
• Suitable for high-resolution and high-speed applications owing to parallel signal processing and fast data handling

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The invention relates to a device (10) for detecting a photon or multiple photons on the front face (4) of a multichannel photomultiplier (1). The device (10) comprises the multichannel photomultiplier (1) and an electronic read-out system (2, 3) connected to the multichannel photomultiplier, wherein the electronic read-out system (2, 3) has a main surface area (5) which is smaller than or equal to the surface area of the front face (4). The invention further relates to a system comprising multiple such devices, which also contain logic circuits and thus allow an integrated data preparation and a direct read-out of useful data. Thus, a simple, flexible, and scalable design and a particularly simple controllability with a high degree of automation can be made possible.