# A spallation-based neutron target for direct studies of neutron-induced reactions in inverse kinematics

## TL;DR

This paper proposes a novel neutron target using spallation and heavy water moderation in a storage ring setup, enabling direct neutron-induced reaction studies in inverse kinematics.

## Contribution

It introduces a new design for a neutron target based on spallation and heavy water moderation, suitable for use with radioactive ion beams in storage rings.

## Key findings

- Neutron spectra and properties of the proposed target are characterized.
- Feasibility of implementing the target at various facilities is discussed.
- Design considerations for the neutron target are outlined.

## Abstract

We discuss the possibility to build a neutron target for nuclear reaction studies in inverse kinematics utilizing a storage ring and radioactive ion beams. The proposed neutron target is a specially designed spallation target surrounded by a large moderator of heavy water (D$_2$O). We present the resulting neutron spectra and their properties as a target. We discuss possible realizations at different experimental facilities.