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A robust, field-deployable method for the electrodeposition of actinides

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Several methods for the electrodeposition of actinides for alpha-spectrometry analysis have been developed over the past few decades, but none have been specifically designed to facilitate rapid analysis in a field situation. This paper describes the development of an electrodeposition procedure that is specifically adapted for use in a mobile lab. Using these techniques one would be able to obtain preliminary results in the event of a radiological incident. Quantitative yields with associated uncertainties have been determined for the procedure. It has also been shown that short deposition times can provide quantitative results.

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  1. Nuclear Engineering Teaching Lab, University of Texas at Austin, Pickle Research Campus, R-9000, Austin, Texas, 78712, USA

    A. Plionis, D. Haas & S. Landsberger

  2. Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM, USA

    G. Brooks

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Plionis, A., Haas, D., Landsberger, S. et al. A robust, field-deployable method for the electrodeposition of actinides. J Radioanal Nucl Chem 276, 369–373 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10967-008-0514-0

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