Fast and Thermal Neutron Removal Cross-Section for Ceramic Glass Aluminum Oxynitride

Authors : Aydın Yıldırım

Pages : 1022-1030

Doi:10.34248/bsengineering.1508116

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Publication Date : 2024-09-15

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study investigates the effectiveness of transparent aluminum oxynitride (AlON) in neutron shielding, focusing on both fast and thermal neutrons. Using conventional radiation attenuation parameters, the macroscopic neutron removal cross-sections of AlON were calculated for varying neutron energies and material thicknesses. The Geant4 simulation toolkit was employed to model and analyze the neutron interactions with AlON. The results indicate that AlON exhibits a high neutron shielding capacity for fast neutrons, performing better than traditional shielding materials such as concrete and lead. However, for thermal neutrons, AlON\'s performance was less effective, only surpassing lead but not concrete or water. The findings suggest that while AlON is highly effective for fast neutron shielding, it may require complementary materials to adequately shield thermal neutrons. This could involve using AlON in combination with other materials to create a more comprehensive neutron shielding solution. AlON shows significant potential as a neutron shielding material, particularly for fast neutrons. Its integration with additional shielding materials could enhance its overall effectiveness, making it suitable for various nuclear and radiation protection applications.
Keywords : Nötron, Zayıflatma, Zırhlama, Geant4, Tesir Kesiti