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

Author

Mark Streett Quint, University of TennesseeFollow

Date of Award

5-2018

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Major

Nuclear Engineering

Major Professor

John D. Auxier II

Committee Members

Howard L. Hall, Jared A. Johnson

Abstract

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.

Recommended Citation

Quint, Mark Streett, "REAL TIME STAND-OFF GAMMA-RAY IMAGING FOR PROCESS VERIFICATION OF SPECIAL NUCLEAR MATERIAL. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 2018.
https://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_gradthes/5088