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Fast neutron activation analysis at Texas A&M University

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Fast neutron generators are used at Texas A & M University to provide a supply of high energy neutrons for nuclear analytical measurements. A series of neutron activation analysis procedures have been developed for determining various major, minor and trace constituents in a variety of materials. These procedures are primarily developed to compliment our reactor based NAA program, thereby expanding the list of determinable elements to include those difficult or impossible to measure using thermal neutrons. A few typical methods are discussed. The unique implementation of the methodologies at Texas A & M are explained.

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James, W.D. Fast neutron activation analysis at Texas A&M University. J Radioanal Nucl Chem 219, 187–190 (1997). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02038498

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