Publication Type
Conference Paper
Journal Name
AIP Conference Proceedings
Publication Date
Page Number
445
Volume
1269
Conference Name
The 10th International Symposium on Origin of Matter and Evolution of the Galaxies (OMEG10)
Conference Location
Osaka, Japan
Conference Sponsor
RCNP / JAEA
Conference Date
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Abstract
The rates of proton‐ and alpha‐capture reactions on unstable proton‐rich nuclei are needed to understand the energy generation and element synthesis occurring in novae, X‐ray bursts, and other explosions. Direct measurements of the cross sections of some of these reactions are now possible with radioactive beams and a recoil separator. A new device for such measurements, the Separator for CApture Reactions [SECAR], is being designed for use at the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB). The specifications and preliminary conceptual design will be discussed along with plans for the first set of measurements.