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Neutron resonance capture analysis and applications

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In this paper we discuss the use of neutron resonances to determine the elemental composition of objects non-destructively. Resonances are observed from about 1 to 3000 eV by the time-of-flight technique using the pulsed neutron source of the GELINA facility in Geel (Belgium). Prompt capture γ-radiation is used to signal capture events. Some aspects of the neutron resonance capture analysis (NRCA) are compared with prompt gamma neutron activation analysis (PGNAA).

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  1. IRI, University of Technology, Mekelweg 15, 2629 JB, Delft, The Netherlands

    H. Postma & R. C. Perego

  2. JRC-IRMM, Retieseweg, Geel, B-2440, Belgium

    P. Schillebeeckx, P. Siegler & A. Borella

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Postma, H., Perego, R.C., Schillebeeckx, P. et al. Neutron resonance capture analysis and applications. J Radioanal Nucl Chem 271, 95–99 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10967-007-0112-6

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