Abstract
A Monte Carlo method is used in order to calculate the response (tracks⋯cm −2 ⋯ μSv −1 ) of a fast neutron dosemeter, composed of a polyethylene radiator and CR-39 plastic track detector, to monoenergetic neutron beams at normal incidence and taking into account the electrochemical etching conditions. The method is applied to neutrons having energies in the range 0.08–10 MeV. The total number of protons emerging from the radiator is calculated, as well as their energetic and angular distribution. Detection efficiency as a function of proton energy and angle is taken into account. The theoretical calculation is compared with experimental results obtained for Am-Li and Pu-Be sources for protonic equilibrium radiator thicknesses
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