Neutron Yield of the Reaction (α, n) on Thick Targets Comprised of Light Elements

Accurate data on the neutron yield from the interaction of α-particles with the nuclei of light elements ranging from lithium to potassium are required for solving the problems of nuclear power technologies: development of analytical means for controlling the technological processes of fabricating and reprocessing nuclear fuel, securing radiological protection for workers, improving the systems for managing and monitoring nuclear materials and radioactive wastes, measuring the burnup fraction of spent nuclear fuel, and others. The uncertainty of this information must be