Neutron measurement instrumentation development at KIT for the European ITER TBM

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Contributors

  • A. Klix - , Chair of Nuclear Physics, Inst. for Neutronphysics and Reactor Technology, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Author)
  • M. Angelone - , Associazione ENEA-EURATOM sulla Fusione (Author)
  • U. Fischer - , Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Author)
  • D. Gehre - , Chair of Nuclear Physics, TUD Dresden University of Technology (Author)
  • B. Ghidersa - , Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Author)
  • A. Lyoussi - , French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) (Author)
  • P. Raj - , Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Author)
  • Th Reimann - , Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Author)
  • D. Szalkai - , Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Author)
  • K. Tian - , Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Author)

Abstract

We present an overview of ongoing work on three types of neutron flux monitors under investigation and development for the two European ITER Test Blanket Modules: 1) a neutron activation system, 2) silicon carbide diodes, 3) self-powered neutron detectors for fast neutrons. A pneumatic test system for neutronics tests for a TBM-NAS was constructed at the DT neutron generator laboratory of Technical University of Dresden. Several irradiations have been performed with focus on the simultaneous measurement of the extracted activated probes. Furthermore, an engineering assessment in the conceptual design phase has been done which considered issues of design requirements and integration. Within the I-SMART project, KIT is investigating the suitability of an online detector based on silicon carbide semiconductor material and associated electronics for the TBMs. Detectors of several designs have been already irradiated with DT neutrons. Irradiation tests at elevated temperatures have been done and further tests are currently underway. Self-powered neutron detectors (SPND) with novel materials sensitive also to the fast neutron flux expected in the TBMs are under investigation. Simulations with the European Activation System EASY and neutron flux spectra which were calculated with MCNP for the HCPB TBM. Preliminary tests with commercial SPND in a fast reactor were performed. Test detectors are under preparation for testing with DT neutron generators.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2015 4th International Conference on Advancements in Nuclear Instrumentation Measurement Methods and their Applications, ANIMMA 2015
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (electronic)9781479999187
Publication statusPublished - 2015
Peer-reviewedYes

Publication series

SeriesInternational Conference on Advancements in Nuclear Instrumentation Measurement Methods and their Applications, ANIMMA
ISSN2694-0124

Conference

Title2015 4th International Conference on Advancements in Nuclear Instrumentation Measurement Methods and their Applications
Abbreviated titleANIMMA 2015
Conference number4
Duration20 - 24 April 2015
LocationLisbon Congress Center
CityLisbon
CountryPortugal