New technique could improve detection of concealed nuclear materials
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Researchers have demonstrated proof of concept for a novel low-energy nuclear reaction imaging technique designed to detect the presence of “special nuclear materials” – weapons-grade uranium and plutonium – in cargo containers arriving at U.S. ports. The method relies on a combination of neutrons and high-energy photons to detect shielded radioactive materials inside the containers. […]https://www.defencetalk.com/new-technique-could-improve-detection-of-concealed-nuclear-materials-67306/
Researchers have demonstrated proof of concept for a novel low-energy nuclear reaction imaging technique designed to detect the presence of “special nuclear materials” – weapons-grade uranium and plutonium – in cargo containers arriving at U.S. ports. The method relies on a combination of neutrons and high-energy photons to detect shielded radioactive materials inside the containers. […]https://www.defencetalk.com/new-technique-could-improve-detection-of-concealed-nuclear-materials-67306/