Cross section data, how to fill in the gaps?

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The discussion centers on the production rates of 18O(p,n)18F compared to 20Ne(d,alpha)18F, with a specific interest in data between 1 MeV and 2.5 MeV. A 1979 graph was referenced, but the user encountered limitations in accessing relevant data for deuteron and proton reactions, particularly for the 18O isotope. They found a useful interface for extracting ENDF data but noted the lack of available data for their specific needs. Suggestions were sought for alternative data sources, particularly regarding neutron cross sections and their applicability for transmutation estimates. The user also discovered another tool, EXFOR/CSISRS, which may provide the desired data and plotting capabilities.
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I wanted information on the 18F production rates of 18O(p,n)18F compared to 20Ne(d,alpha)18F. I found a 1979 graph that showed some nice curves between 2.3 and 22 MeV but I wanted to see what things looked like between 1 MeV and 2.5 MeV. So I went here:
http://www.nndc.bnl.gov/sigma/index.jsp?as=16&lib=endfb7.0&nsub=10010

and found a neat interface for extracting ENDF data (plus other data sources). However, when I selected "deuteron reactions", the only available data was for H, He and Li! And when I selected "proton reactions" while Oxygen was available it was only for 16O, not the 18O isotope.

Any suggestions for data alternatives? There is a lot of data on neutron cross sections. Is this neutron data useful for getting reasonable transmutation estimates for p or d?

Thanks,

Marlin
 
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This tool looks like it can give me the data I'm looking for, plus it makes plots which was another part of my goal: EXFOR/CSISRS Experimental Nuclear Reaction Data.
http://www.nndc.bnl.gov/exfor/index.htm

Marlin
 
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