Abstract: This project is focused on the application of scintillation detectors to investigate and characterize a dual-purpose canister.
Genetic Algorithm for Spectrum Reconstruction of Neutron Sources
Abstract: This project involves the construction of computational tools and methods for detector output, with a focus on neutron spectrum unfolding. These unfolding algorithms are in important tool for translating observed detector output to a neutron flux, which is typically the quantity of interest.
Development of an Optical Sensor to Measure Opacity Changes in Polyvinyl Toluene Scintillators
Abstract: This project involves developing a light intensity measuring circuit to detect the clouding of plastic scintillator gamma detectors from a radiation portal monitor (RPM) after being subjected to moisture and/or temperature environments. The circuit will ultimately alert the RPM operator to change the scintillator detector after certain degree of degradation.
Investigating Iran’s Nuclear Latency Subject to the Status of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action
Abstract: On January 16, 2016 the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was implemented between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the E3/EU+3 (China, France, Germany, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom and the United States, with the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy). The JCPOA aims to ensure […]
An Estimate of North Korean HEU Stockpile for the Given Natural Uranium Reserve and Enrichment Capacities
Abstract: One of the greatest threats to world peace and security is the prospect of nuclear weapons in the wrong hands. Although the likelihood of a large-scale military conflict with nuclear weapons seemingly decreased with the end of the cold war, the threat posed by nuclear proliferation continues to persist. Indeed, nuclear proliferation […]