Neutron dosimetry and damage calculations for the TRIGA MARK-II reactor in Vienna

Abstract

In order to improve the source characterization of the reactor, especially for recent irradiation experiments in the central irradiation thimble, neutron activation experiments were made on 16 nuclides and the neutron flux spectrum was adjusted using the computer code STAY'SL. The results for the total, thermal and fast neutron flux density at a reactor power of 250 kW are as follows: 2.1 × 10 17, 6.1 × 10 16 ( E < 0.55 eV), 7.6 × 10 16 ( E > 0.1 MeV) and 4.0 × 10 16 ( E > 1 MeV) m −2 s −1. respectively. Calculated damage energy cross sections and gas production rates are presented for selected elements.