REAL TIME STAND-OFF GAMMA-RAY IMAGING FOR PROCESS VERIFICATION OF SPECIAL NUCLEAR MATERIAL

A novel method for gamma-ray imaging of isotope separations is tested and validated. Current methods of validating separation processes involve taking samples or gamma-ray counting before and after a process has occurred. The method presented offers individuals or agencies the ability to verify that a process has occurred by watching the process instead of the precursors and products of the process.The goal of this method is to establish a means to evaluate the adherence to an approved isotope separation process quickly and safely with minimal interpretation needed by the user.