Recent developments and applications for the University of Texas Thermal Neutron Imaging Facility.
The Thermal Neutron Imaging Facility (UT-TNIF) at the University of Texas at Austin is being modified to begin work with the non-destructive evaluation of carbon fiber composite materials intended for use in space. The use of high-resolution borated micro channel plate (MCP) detectors has been investigated. MCNP calculations to redesign the external radiation shielding to allow UT-TNIF operation at higher reactor powers and to minimize internal neutron scattering have been performed.
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Mechanical Engineering Department, The University of Texas at Austin, Mail Code C2200, Austin, TX 78712, USA. djdorse@sandia.gov
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