Apparatus and process for measuring gamma radiation from a radioactive waste container
CA 1256598 A · Owner: Westinghouse Electric Corporation · Inventors: Gross, John F.
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The gamma fluence of a container holding radioactive waste material can be quickly and easily ascertained both as to energy and quantity by using a multisegmented detector. The device comprises shielding with a plurality of openings, each containing a detector that measures the radiation from a portion of the container. Simultaneous output signals are obtained from the detectors and combined to obtain a representative gamma fluence for the total portion of the container measured. The container is then rotated to measure around the entire container and yield further signals. These signals are combined to obtain a total gamma radiation fluence from which the contents of the container can be …
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- Granted June 27, 1989. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended June 27, 2006.
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