Passive Neutron Detection for Interdiction of Nuclear Material at Borders

Journal Article · Thu Jan 10 23:00:00 EST 2008 · Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research. Section A, Accelerators, Spectrometers, Detectors and Associated Equipment, 584(2-3):383-400

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nima.2007.10.026· OSTI ID:927281

Kouzes, Richard T; Siciliano, Edward R; Ely, James H; Keller, Paul E; McConn, Ronald J

Radiation portal monitor systems based upon polyvinyl toluene scintillator gamma-ray detectors and pressurized 3He-based neutron detector tubes have been deployed to detect illicit trafficking in radioactive materials at international border crossings. This paper reviews the neutron detection requirements and capabilities of passive, as opposed to active interrogation, detection systems used for screening of high-volume commerce for illicit sources of radiation at international border crossings.

• Research Organization: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), Richland, WA (US)
• Sponsoring Organization: USDOE
• DOE Contract Number: AC05-76RL01830
• OSTI ID: 927281
• Report Number(s): PNNL-SA-54753; 400904120
• Journal Information: Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research. Section A, Accelerators, Spectrometers, Detectors and Associated Equipment, 584(2-3):383-400, Journal Name: Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research. Section A, Accelerators, Spectrometers, Detectors and Associated Equipment, 584(2-3):383-400 Journal Issue: 2-3 Vol. 584
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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