Graduate Formula for calculating neutron flux?

Click For Summary
To calculate neutron flux using a liquid scintillator and neutron beam, specific parameters such as the number of neutrons per cm³ and their velocity are essential. These values can typically be obtained from experimental data, reactor operators, or other detectors. Without this information, it is impossible to derive an accurate neutron flux calculation. Engaging with colleagues or lab personnel familiar with the experiment may provide the necessary insights. Ultimately, neutron flux calculations require reliable data from various sources.
Priyo
Messages
6
Reaction score
0
I have a liquid scintillator, the electronics system, and a beam of neutrons from a reactor. How do I calculate the neutron flux? Cold anybody give me a formula or equation? Not this equation: phi = n X v, where phi - flux, n = number of neutrons per cm3, v = velocity of the neutrons, because I don't know how to get any of these information. Please Help!
 
Physics news on Phys.org
You will need some values from somewhere. From your experiment, from the people operating the reactor, from other detectors - something. You cannot calculate a number without any information.
 
Thanks for your reply! COuld you tell me what those informations/parameters should be so I can go look for those values?
 
From your description, and previous threads, this seems to be fairly high level experimental project. In which case, just ask someone at your lab.

The neutron flux will depend on a bunch of factors, and as mfb points out, you can find it from a variety of places, but it comes down to either measuring it, or asking someone who has already measured it.
 

Similar threads

  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
830
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
Replies
2
Views
3K
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
4K
  • · Replies 10 ·
Replies
10
Views
3K
Replies
5
Views
3K
Replies
4
Views
2K
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
4K
  • · Replies 11 ·
Replies
11
Views
3K