Advances in Neutron Activation Analysis of Large Objects with Emphasis on Archaeological Examples: Results of a Coordinated Research Project (IAEA TECDOC Series) - Softcover

International Energy Agency

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9201006187 ISBN 13: 9789201006189

Publisher: International Atomic Energy Agency, 2018

Synopsis

This publication is a compilation of the main results and findings of an IAEA coordinated research project (CRP). In particular, it discusses an innovative variation of neutron activation analysis (NAA) known as large sample NAA (LSNAA). There is no other way to measure the bulk mass fractions of the elements present in a large sample (up to kilograms in mass) non-destructively. Examples amenable to LSNAA include irregularly shaped archaeological artefacts, excavated rock samples, large samples of assorted ore, and finished products, such as nuclear reactor components. Advantages of LSNAA applications, limitations and scientific and technological requirements are described in this publication, which serves as a reference of interest not only to the NAA experts, research reactor personnel, and those considering this technique, but also to various stakeholders and users such as researchers, industrialists, environmental and legal experts, and administrators.

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The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is the world's center of cooperation in the nuclear field. It was set up as the world's ""Atom's for Peace"" organization in 1957 within the United Nations family. The Agency works with its Member States and multiple partners worldwide to promote safe, secure and peaceful nuclear technologies.

About this edition

• Publisher: International Atomic Energy Agency
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 9201006187
• ISBN 13: 9789201006189
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 72