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Stress reduction for pillar filled structures

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OSTI ID:1213453
According to one embodiment, an apparatus for detecting neutrons includes an array of pillars, wherein each of the pillars comprises a rounded cross sectional shape where the cross section is taken perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the respective pillar, a cavity region between each of the pillars, and a neutron sensitive material located in each cavity region.
Research Organization:
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
AC52-07NA27344;
Assignee:
Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC (Livermore, CA)
Patent Number(s):
9,121,947
Application Number:
13/742,298
OSTI ID:
1213453
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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