Remote laser ion source operation system for installation at medical cyclotrons

Remotely operated Laser Ion Source for radiolanthanide purification at medical cyclotrons Objectives: efficient mono-isobaric ion beam production via elemental selective laser ionization Expected Results: Each chemical element needs a defined 2 or 3 –steps laser ionization scheme. Terbium, Lutetium and Erbium isotopes will first be considered, using solid-state diode lasers that are better suited for remote operation. The ion source cavity (length, material, temperature) at the mass separator will afterward be developed to increase the ionization efficiencies. Finally a fully automated control software and monitoring will be implemented fo foresee its transfer at a medical cyclotron.