The Optimization of Material Thickness for Neutron Shielding with Monte Carlo Method

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Some materials are selected for shielding neutron radiation in this paper. The thickness of shielding materials is optimized with Monte Carlo method. The materials and optimizational thickness are: Tungsten 6cm, Polythene 8cm, Cadmium 1cm and Stainless Steel 1cm

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October 2010

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