Quokka (small-angle neutron scattering, SANS)

Quokka has just taken its first scattering pattern (below) of a natural opal; data were collected in 20 minutes. Further characterisation studies of the instrument are underway.

The application for an operating licence is expected to be submitted in October. We anticipate a joint proposal call for Quokka and the National Deuteration Facility at the end of this year or the beginning of next year.