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Wide range neutron detection system

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6681656
A neutron detection system for reactor control is described which is operable over a wide range of neutron flux levels. The system includes a fission type ionization chamber neutron detector, means for gamma and alpha signal compensation, and means for operating the neutron detector in the pulse counting mode for low neutron flux levels, and in the direct current mode for high neutron flux levels.
Assignee:
Westinghouse Electric Corp.
Patent Number(s):
US 4086490
OSTI ID:
6681656
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English