TAE neutron detectors and some physics results

Several neutron detectors are part of the comprehensive diagnostics set deployed in the C-2 TAE FRC machine [1]. They include a pair of very sensitive $^{3}$He counters, and a pair of plastic and ZnS scintillators. These detectors perform reliably and provide valuable insights into the properties of TAE FRC plasmas. A novel HW and SW detection scheme has been used for counting neutron pulses from the $^{3}$He detectors. Estimates of the total neutron emission from the C-2 device, and the corresponding ion temperature will be presented. The collision of two dynamically formed Deuterium FRCs leaves a distinct signature on the fast plastic neutron scintillator. \\[4pt] [1] M. W. Binderbauer~\textit{et all}, Phys.Rev.Lett. \textit{in print}