Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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12012974 | Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research Section A: Accelerators, Spectrometers, Detectors and Associated Equipment | 2018 | 26 Pages |
Abstract
The adaption of new generation portable neutron sources has been increasingly marked in a wide range of research fields compared to the large-scale neutron generators. In this context, we have successfully demonstrated some essential parameters required for the emission of 2.45 MeV DD fusion neutrons from a steady state portable linear neutron source based on inertial electrostatic confinement scheme. The parameters that control the production of neutrons are the working pressure of the fuel gas, applied voltage, measured current and cathode geometries. The neutrons emitted from the source are confirmed using neutron monitor, bubble dosimeters, nuclear track detectors, and He-3 proportional counter. Presently, the device produces neutrons up to the order of â¼ 106 n/sec at discharge voltage ranging from -60 kV to -80 kV, and discharge current of 20Â mA to 30Â mA.
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Authors
N. Buzarbaruah, S.R. Mohanty, E. Hotta,