[ RadSafe ] Neutron flux from electron accelerators

[Kulp, Jeffrey B]

Hello radsafers,

 

                I am curious how neutrons are produced in an electron
(and positron?) accelerator. Can anyone offer a brief explanation?

 

Thanks in advance,

 

Jeff Kulp

Washington State University

Radiation Safety Office

Pullman, WA 99164-1302

(509) 335-8175