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The simulation results on the optimization studies of a laser- and an accelerator-driven neutron source which are shown in Chaps. 3 and 4, respectively, are to be verified by means of experimental measurements on a prototype moderator. For this purpose, it is advisable to test the moderator at an existing and well-characterized neutron source with the advantage that additional effects like the ion-target interaction can be neglected.
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During the fission of 235U, a total energy of 204 MeV is released whereby 180 MeV are ultimately converted into heat from kinetic energy of the fission fragments (167 MeV), the produced neutrons (5 MeV), and electrons of the beta-unstable fission products (8 MeV).
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A goniometer is used to either measure an angle or allow an object to be rotated to a precise angular position.
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Ionization chambers whose electrode is coated with enriched uranium are suitable for detecting slow neutrons and are called fission chambers.
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Dabruck, J.P. (2018). Prototype Moderator at the AKR-2 Training Reactor. In: Target Station Optimization for the High-Brilliance Neutron Source HBS. Springer Theses. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-05639-1_5
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