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IMPROVEMENTS RELATING TO APPARATUS FOR MEASURING RADIATION PRODUCED IN NUCLEAR REACTORS

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4114247

An apparatus was developed for measuring radiation that is especially applicable to measuring the power developed in a reactor. It consists of a fluid dielectric in which Cherenkov radiation is produced, shielding around the dielectric, and a light guide extending through the shielding and positioned to transmit light due to the radiation to an external point at which light- responsive apparatus is located. The light guide follows a curved zig zag or other irregular path to prevent transmission of harmful radiation such as gamma rays. The term light guide'' includes both rods of light-transmitting dielectric and arrangements of mirrors. (M.C.G.)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-18-012483
OSTI ID:
4114247
Report Number(s):
GB 949826
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English