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Study on conventional performance test methods of self-powered neutron detectors [PDF]

Nuclear Technology and Radiation Protection
As a core component for monitoring neutron flux in reactor cores, self-powered neutron detectors are widely used in various types of reactors due to their compact size, robust structure, and no need for an external power supply.
Qiao Feiliang, Zhu Dingjun, Han Jingyi, Tu Kangpeng, Li Zhan, Guo Zhiqi, Shao Jianxiong, Chen Ximeng   +7 more
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THERMOCOAX rhodium SPND sensitivity dispersion and validation of the sensitivity calculation model [PDF]

EPJ Web of Conferences, 2020
This paper describes the neutron irradiation tests of 7 THERMOCOAX Self-Powered Neutron detectors (SPNDs) in the BR1 reactor at SCK•CEN. The SPNDs were fabricated according to the same specifications, but from different fabrication batches.
Vermeeren L., Leysen W., Pichon L., Salou V., Helleux G.   +4 more
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Analysis of signal cable noise currents in nuclear reactors under high neutron flux irradiation

Nuclear Engineering and Technology, 2023
Cables are indispensable in nuclear power plants for transmitting data measured by various types of detectors, such as self-powered neutron detectors (SPNDs).
Xiong Wu, Li Cai, Xiangju Zhang, Tingyu Wu, Jieqiong Jiang   +4 more
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Remote monitoring of Molten Core-Concrete Interaction experiment with Optical Fibre Sensors & perspectives to improve nuclear safety – DISCOMS project [PDF]

EPJ Web of Conferences, 2020
The DISCOMS project (Distributed Sensing for Corium Monitoring and Safety) aimed at providing innovative solutions not requiring local electrical power supplies, for remote monitoring of a severe nuclear accident.
Maurin L., Ferdinand P., Bouyer V., Denoix A., Jouvin G., Rougeault S., Journeau C., Molina D., Tena P., Ouerdane Y.   +9 more
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Irradiation Rig Design and Preliminary Dosimetry Results for CORANI Phase 1 at HANARO Reactor [PDF]

EPJ Web of Conferences
The CORANI (KAERI/CEA COllaboration for Research reactor Application of Neutron dosimetry and Instrumentations) project is a collaborative effort between KAERI and CEA aimed at validating advanced neutron instrumentation and dosimetry techniques at the ...
Park Junesic, Yang Seong Woo, Park Sung Jae, Park Byung Gun, Kim Jong Woo, Dasari Kishore B., Destouches Christophe, Barbot Loïc, Domergue Christophe, Philibert Hervé   +9 more
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The Self-Powered Detector Simulation ‘MATiSSe’ Toolbox applied to SPNDs for severe accident monitoring in PWRs

EPJ Web of Conferences, 2018
In the framework of the French National Research Agency program on nuclear safety and radioprotection, the ‘DIstributed Sensing for COrium Monitoring and Safety’ project aims at developing innovative instrumentation for corium monitoring in case of ...
Barbot Loïc, Villard Jean-François, Fourrez Stéphane, Pichon Laurent, Makil Hamid   +4 more
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Investigation on A-FNS neutron spectrum monitor system

Nuclear Materials and Energy, 2018
We proposed the neutron spectrum measurement system for Advanced Fusion Neutron Source (A-FNS). It is configured with fission chambers, Self-Powered Neutron Detectors, neutron activation systems using water flow, and activation monitors.
Saerom Kwon, Masayuki Ohta, Satoshi Sato, Kentaro Ochiai, Hiromitsu Suzuki   +4 more
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Self-Powered Neutron Detector Calibration Using a Large Vertical Irradiation Hole of HANARO

EPJ Web of Conferences, 2018
A calibration technology of the self-powered neutron detectors (SPNDs) using a large vertical irradiation hole of HANARO is developed. The 40 Rh-SPNDs are installed on the polycarbonate plastic support, and the gold wires with the same length as the ...
Kim Myong-Seop, Park Byung-Gun, Kang Gi-Doo   +2 more
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Studies on Flat Sandwich-type Self-Powered Detectors for Flux Measurements in ITER Test Blanket Modules

EPJ Web of Conferences, 2018
Neutron and gamma flux measurements in designated positions in the test blanket modules (TBM) of ITER will be important tasks during ITER’s campaigns. As part of the ongoing task on development of nuclear instrumentation for application in European ITER ...
Raj Prasoon, Angelone Maurizio, Döring Toralf, Eberhardt Klaus, Fischer Ulrich, Klix Axel, Schwengner Ronald   +6 more
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Compton (prompt-response) neutron detectors: Comparison of emitter materials through the nuclear transmutation model

Sensors International, 2020
Reactors’ safety and efficiency are the determining factors in the modern nuclear power industry, and their required level can be achieved only by using the appropriate control and protection systems.
A. Ulybkin, A. Rybka, K. Kovtun, V. Kutny, V. Voyevodin, A. Pudov, R. Azhazha, E. Bogdan   +7 more
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