Detection of Special Nuclear Material and Other Contraband by Prompt and/or Delayed Signatures from Photofission

In accordance with embodiments of the invention, at least the potential presence of Special Nuclear Material ("SNM") is determined by the detection of prompt neutrons, prompt gamma rays, delayed neutrons, and/or delayed gamma rays from photofission, via time-of-flight ("TOF") spe...

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Main Authors SEPPI EDWARD J, CLAYTON JAMES
Format Patent
LanguageEnglish
Published 18.09.2014
Subjects
MEASUREMENT OF NUCLEAR OR X-RADIATION
MEASURING
PHYSICS
TESTING
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Summary:In accordance with embodiments of the invention, at least the potential presence of Special Nuclear Material ("SNM") is determined by the detection of prompt neutrons, prompt gamma rays, delayed neutrons, and/or delayed gamma rays from photofission, via time-of-flight ("TOF") spectroscopic methods. Methods and systems are disclosed.
Bibliography:Application Number: US201313834925