Compositions and methods for detecting radiation
Tensioned metastable fluid detectors are disclosed that minimize false positive detection events. The methods involve the use of new fluids that provide improved neutron-alpha fission detection at reduced tension states. The rate of spin is also increased using a new protocol that avoids the creation of liquid imbalances in the arms of a CTMFD (centrifugally tensioned metastable fluid detector). The disclosed CTMFD radiation detection system includes a detector assembly containing a detection fluid, a base, a safety enclosure, a motor and motor mounting bracket, speed sensors, a cooling system that includes an air inlet and outlet and a safety enclosure. The CTMFD radiation detection system can include a plurality of independent detector arms having fluids with distinct Pneg requirements such that the range of detectable radiation is increased. Also disclosed are methods for detecting radiation using the disclosed CTMFD radiation detection system. Motor speed calibration procedures are also disclosed.
- Research Organization:
- Idaho National Laboratory (INL), Idaho Falls, ID (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC07-05ID14517
- Assignee:
- Purdue Research Foundation (West Lafayette, IN)
- Patent Number(s):
- 10,386,507
- Application Number:
- 15/507,509
- OSTI ID:
- 1568749
- Resource Relation:
- Patent File Date: 08/28/2015
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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