Physics & Astronomy ETDs

Publication Date

6-1-1963

Abstract

This work describes an experimental study of the energetics of the fission of U238 performed with solid state detectors. The fissions were produced by fission-spectrum neutrons from a reactor. The procedure used for calibrating the detector response is described and the effects of some experimental uncertainties, such as pulse height defect and neutron emission, are discussed.

Degree Name

Physics

Level of Degree

Masters

Department Name

Physics & Astronomy

First Committee Member (Chair)

N/A

Second Committee Member

William E. Stein

Third Committee Member

H.C. Bryant

Language

English

Keywords

Physics, Neutron Induced Fission, Uranium-238

Document Type

Thesis

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