Factors affecting the application of a simple ratio technique for spectral correction of a neutron personnel albedo dosimeter
Thesis/Dissertation
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OSTI ID:6047865
To accurately assess the dose equivalent indicated by the albedo response of a neutron personnel dosimeter, additional knowledge is generally required in order to apply the needed spectral specific correction factors. This work was designed to evaluate the capability of the USAF Personnel Neutron Dosimeter to self-calibrate for moderated fission neutron spectra. The boron/bare ratio technique is compared with a simple theoretical model of the dosimeter and with the 23 cm (9 in) to 7.6 cm (3 in) Hankins' remmeter calibration technique. The overall goal was to provide dose-equivalent estimates comparable to those provided by the remmeter technique without the necessity of special on-site measurements. Although the boron/bare technique with the present dosimeter design fails to provide calibration factors needed for moderated fission neutron spectra, theoretical predictions based upon the model and the measured dosimeter responses are used to propose a dosimeter design which might fulfill the desired goal. Ancillary data gathered during the study are also presented.
- Research Organization:
- Kernforschungsanlage Juelich G.m.b.H. (Germany, F.R.). Zentrallabor fuer Chemische Analysen
- OSTI ID:
- 6047865
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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