SEDL / STP / STP1228-EB / STP15115S

Applicability of Superheated Drop (Bubble) Detectors to Reactor Dosimetry

d'Errico, F
Research scholar and professor, Università degli Studi di Pisa, Pisa,

Alberts, WG
Senior scientists, Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt, Braunschweig,

Apfel, RE
Professor, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut

Curzio, G
Research scholar and professor, Università degli Studi di Pisa, Pisa,

Guldbakke, S
Professor, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut

Pages: 8    Published: Jan 1994

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Abstract

The characteristics of superheated drop (bubble) detectors (SDD's) have been reviewed with respect to the possible application of these devices in reactor dosimetry. In particular, their ability to measure neutrons in the presence of a high noise level, elevated temperatures and intense γ background has been investigated. Based on these studies, the use of SDD's is proposed for the monitoring and analysis of neutron emission from spent fuel assemblies. Finally, the possibility to employ these detectors in radiation protection dosimetry around power plants is discussed.