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Gamma compensated, self powered neutron detector

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OSTI ID:6802534
An improved, self-powered, gamma compensated, neutron detector is described having two electrically conductive concentric cylindrical electrodes and a central rod emitter formed from a material which emits beta particles when bombarded by neutrons. The outer electrode and emitter are maintained at a common potential and the neutron representative current is furnished at the inner cylindrical electrode which serves as a collector. The two concentric cylindrical electrodes are designed to exhibit substantially equal electron emission induced by Compton scattering under neutron bombardment to supply the desired gamma compensation.
Assignee:
Energy Research and Development Administration
Patent Number(s):
US 4008399
OSTI ID:
6802534
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English