Exploring the Implications of 13 Neutron Beams at Fukushima

In summary: But in all honesty, truth be told, thus guy has got miles to go to catch up with the number falsehoods published by Tepco and the IAEA. (no meltdown; 75% fuel integrity;no containment breach;etc.etc)
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Escapekey
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Can someone explain what are the implications for the 13 neutron beams that have been observed at Fukushima? How are they created? What will cause more to be created?
 
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Am I just paranoid or is this question being ignored?
 
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Escapekey said:
Am I just paranoid or is this question being ignored?

You are just paranoid :wink:

Seriously - information is so scarce that it is difficult to make any reasonable guess about what the information means, it can be everything from the translation error (not Japanese to English, more like technicalese to journalese) to some serious problems. Selecting anything in between is just an idle speculation. Try to follow other threads, this problem is discussed there between others. But don't expect any answers for the reasons explained above.
 
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Not sure i have time to dig into other threads... can you be more specific as to which one?

Ok, let us say that there is NO translation error. WHAT would a neutron beam mean in this situation? HOW would it be possible?
 
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My guess is that "neutron beam" is a mistranslation of "neutron radiation"; or, perhaps. "neutron burst". (I don't think they could have determined that the neutrons were in beams).
 
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Arnie Gundersen gives his theory on why neutrons are being detected at Fukushima in his new video.

http://www.fairewinds.com/multimedia [Broken]
 
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orndorf said:
Arnie Gundersen gives his theory on why neutrons are being detected at Fukushima in his new video.

http://www.fairewinds.com/multimedia [Broken]

But surely we don't consider crackpot anti-nuclear activists like Gundersen as credible sources around here, do we?
 
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minerva said:
But surely we don't consider crackpot anti-nuclear activists like Gundersen as credible sources around here, do we?

Gundersen isn't treated as a "crackpot anti-nuclear activist" in this forum. He's an often cited source for a new point of view on the situation, but many of his claims were proven false in following discussions.
Still it's not justified to call him a crackpot anti-nuclear activist. At least he's trying a scientific approach, even if he often fails in doing so.
 
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clancy688 said:
, but many of his claims were proven false in following discussions.

But in all honesty ,truth be told ,thus guy has got miles to go to catch up with the number falsehoods published by Tepco and the IAEA. (no meltdown; 75% fuel integrity;no containment breach;etc.etc)
 

1. What are neutron beams and how do they relate to Fukushima?

Neutron beams are beams of particles that contain neutrons, which are subatomic particles found in the nucleus of an atom. In the context of Fukushima, neutron beams are being used to probe and analyze the nuclear fuel in the damaged reactors.

2. Why are 13 neutron beams being used at Fukushima?

The use of 13 neutron beams allows for a more comprehensive analysis of the nuclear fuel, providing a more accurate understanding of its condition and potential risks. Additionally, having multiple beams allows for redundancy in case any one beam malfunctions.

3. What are the potential implications of using neutron beams at Fukushima?

The implications of using neutron beams at Fukushima are that it can help scientists and engineers better understand the damage to the nuclear fuel and the extent of the contamination. This information can then be used to develop more effective strategies for cleanup and containment.

4. Are there any potential risks or dangers associated with using neutron beams at Fukushima?

While neutron beams themselves are not harmful, there is a risk of exposure to radioactive materials during the use of these beams. However, proper safety protocols and precautions are in place to minimize this risk for workers and surrounding areas.

5. What other technologies or methods are being used to explore the implications of the Fukushima disaster?

In addition to neutron beams, scientists and engineers are also using remote-controlled robots, drones, and advanced imaging techniques to explore and assess the damage at Fukushima. These technologies work together to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the situation.

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