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Practical Considerations for Selecting Cylindrical 3He-filled Proportional Detectors for Homeland Defense Applications
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):S. Croft, Jeffery Chapman
Abstract:
There is currently a tremendous effort underway to develop and deploy sophisticated neutron monitoring systems for homeland defense, placed…
PRELIMINARY PLANS TO MOVE THE SPECIAL NUCLEAR MATERIAL SUPPORTING CATEGORY I AND II MISSIONS FROM TA-18 TO THE DEVICE ASSEMBLY FACILITY
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Nancy Jo Nicholas, Paul Mann, William E. Haag
Abstract:
In December 2002, the National Nuclear Security Agency (NNSA) issued a Record of Decision announcing its intent to relocate safeguards…
PREPARATION AND CERTIFICATION OF A HIGHLY ACCURATE SET OF MIXTURES OF ENRICHED URANIUM ISOTOPES: IRMM-074
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):S. Richter, R Eykens, R. Wellum, A. Verbruggen, A. Alonso, F Hendrickx, H. Kuhn
Abstract:
IRMM-072 was a highly successful set of (15) mixtures of the uranium isotopes 233U, 235U and 238U in which the isotopic ratio n(235U)/n(…
PREPARATION OF LARGE-SIZE DRIED SPIKE IRMM-1027G: HOW WELL CAN WE CERTIFY THE FINAL CONCENTRATIONS?
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):R Eykens, R. Wellum, F. Kehoe, A. Verbruggen, A. Alonso, H Kühn
Abstract:
The application of large sized spikes for isotope dilution measurements of concentrated solutions of uranium and plutonium, such as found…
Preparing for the Entry into Force of the Additional Protocol in EU Member StatesActivities of the ESARDA Working Group on Integrated Safeguards
Type:JNMM
Volume:32
Issue:4
Author(s):A. Rezniczek, Christophe Xerri, K. Rudolf
Abstract:
ESARDA, the European Safeguards Research and Development Association, has as a main objective assisting the European safeguards community…
Preparing for the Entry into Force of the Additional Protocol in EU Member States– Activities of the ESARDA Working Group on Integrated Safeguards
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):C. Xerri Cogema, Arnold Rezniczek
Abstract:
ESARDA, the European safeguards Research and Development Association, has as a main objective assisting the European safeguards community…
Preparing for the Entry into Force of the Additional Protocol in EU Member StatesActivities of the ESARDA Working Group on Integrated Safeguards
Type:JNMM
Volume:32
Issue:3
Author(s):A. Rezniczek, Christophe Xerri, K. Rudolf
Abstract:
ESARDA, the European safeguards Research and Development Association, has as a main objective assisting the European safeguards community…
Principal Areas of Activity to Improve the Monitoring of Nuclear Material Security and Accounting in the Russian Federation Ministry of Atomic Energy, within the Framework of the Program of Cooperation with the United States of America
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):V.V. Erastov, M. Cunningham
Abstract:
nuclear materials (SSAC NM) is a “universal” oversight system for nuclear materials security covering material protection, control and…
Process of Production of Cermet Based on DUO2 – Steel in Cold Crucible Induction Melter to be Used as Protective Material for spent nuclear fuel container’s structures
Type:PATRAM Proceedings
Author(s):V.T. Gotovchikov, V.A. Seredenko, B.S. Mironov
Abstract:
Depleted uranium dioxide - steel cermet takes advantages of another materials used now in construction of protective containers for spent…
PROCESSING OF ADDITIONAL PROTOCOL DECLARATIONS
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):J. Lepingwell, M. Nicholas, H. Rilakovic, N. Mukhametshina
Abstract:
Member States with an Additional Protocol in force are legally obliged to provide additional declarations on nuclear activities as well as…
PRODUCTION OF REPLACEMENT CERTIFIED REFERENCE MATERIALS FOR URANIUM OXIDE (129-A) AND PLUTONIUM METAL (126-A)
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Jon Neuhoff, B. Srinivasan, Anna M. Voeks
Abstract:
The preparation, characterization, and certification of two new replacement certified reference materials (CRMs) for nuclear safeguards…
Progress in Development of Particle Analysis for Safeguards Environmental Samples at JAERI
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):S. Sakurai, S. Usuda, K. Watanabe, M. Magara, F. Esaka, C. G. Lee, J. Inagawa, D. Suzuki, H. Fukuyama, K. Iguchi, T. Onodera
Abstract:
For the efficient particle analysis based on secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS) for safeguards swipe samples, particle recovery method…
Progress Toward More Effective and Efficient Safeguards: An IAEA Status Report
Type:JNMM
Volume:32
Issue:4
Author(s):Jill Cooley
Abstract:
In the seven years since the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors approved the Model Protocol Additional to Safeguards…
Progress Toward More Effective and Efficient Safeguards:An IAEA Status Report
Type:JNMM
Volume:32
Issue:3
Author(s):Jill Cooley
Abstract:
In the seven years since the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors approved the Model Protocol Additional to Safeguards…
PROGRESS TOWARDS MORE EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT SAFEGUARDS: AN IAEA STATUS REPORT
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Jill N. Cooley
Abstract:
In the seven years since the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency approved the Model Protocol Additional to…
PROLIFERATION RESISTANCE ASSESSMENTS METHODOLOGY FOR NUCLEAR FUEL CYCLES
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):D. Grant Ford, William S. Charlton, Ryan F. LeBouf
Abstract:
A methodology has been developed to allow for an objective assessment of diverse fuel cycles for proliferation resistance. This methodology…
Proliferation Resistance Methodology: How to Take Benefit from Nuclear Safety Approach
Type:JNMM
Volume:33
Issue:1
Author(s):Christophe Xerri, Dominique Greneche
Abstract:
Proliferation resistance (PR) has become one of the primary topics addressed in the framework of developing nuclear energy systems. While…
Proposals for the Future Development of the Russian Automated Federal Information System for Nuclear Material Control and Accounting: The Universal Reporting Concept
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Victor Pitel, Cynthia Heinberg, R. A. Babcock, A.A. Martyanov, L. A. Kasumova
Abstract:
Development of the automated Russian Federation Federal Information System for Nuclear Material Control and Accounting (FIS) started in…
Qualification of Portable Instruments for the Assay of Standard Waste Boxes
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):G. M. Mapili
Abstract:
Until a commercial box counter is available for use at Hanford’s Plutonium Finishing Plant (PFP), portable instruments will be utilized to…
QUALIFICATION TESTS FOR A TYPE B (U) PACKAGE
Type:PATRAM Proceedings
Author(s):G. Vieru
Abstract:
The primary objective for the safety of radioactive materials transport is to protect human health and the environment taking into…