Neutron and gamma characterization within the FFTF reactor cavity

Conference · Fri Aug 01 00:00:00 EDT 1980

OSTI ID:6808784

Bunch, W. L.; Carter, L. L.; Moore, F. S.; Werner, E. J.; Wilcox, A. D.; Wood, M. R.

Neutron and gamma ray measurements were made within the reactor cavity of the Fast Flux Test Facility (FFTF) to establish the operating characteristics of the Ex-Vessel Flux Monitoring (EVFM) system as a function of reactor power level. A significant effort was made to obtain absolute flux values in order that the measurements could be compared directly with shield design calculations. Good agreement was achieved for neutrons and for both the prompt and delayed components of the gamma ray field. 8 figures, 3 tables.

• Research Organization: Hanford Engineering Development Lab., Richland, WA (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC14-76FF02170
• OSTI ID: 6808784
• Report Number(s): HEDL-SA-2125-FP; CONF-800942-20
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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