Materials selection for neutron reflectors in nuclear fusion reactor systems
- Paper number
IAC-12,C2,4,15.p1,x15245
- Author
Mr. Mitchell Rodriguez, University of Alabama in Huntsville, United States
- Year
2012
- Abstract
Neutron radiation is a significant problem with certain types of nuclear fusion reactions. The high-energy neutron byproducts can cause long-term damage to shielding equipment as well as vital components of the nuclear fusion system itself. Before nuclear fusion is seen as a viable candidate for space propulsion, this issue must be addressed. This report analyzes the types of neutron radiation issues, as well as materials that can potentially mitigate the neutron bombardment over a long period of time.
- Abstract document
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