Neutrons detection
Neutron detection is a key element for nuclear power plants. In fission reactors, it gives crucial information to optimize neutronic efficiency. In fusion reactors, the produced neutrons get away from core, and their external dosimetry thus allow to precisely know the fusion reaction state.
To quantify the neutrons emitted during reactor functioning, the major difficulty is to use a detection system reproducible and sustainable in an extremely high radiation environment. To that purpose, we are proposing fast neutron sensors in SiC, operating under extreme temperature and irradiation conditions.
Based on previous work with IM2NP within the European project I_Smart, SiClade Technologies provides now multi-pixel sensors offering particle selectivity in real time, in severe environment.
Tritium dosimetry
Tritium, basic functioning principle of ITER, as well as secondary rejection of heavy water reactors, constitutes an important nuclear safety issue, because of its ability to replace protium in water and biological chain.
SIClade Technologies offers a fast, simple and non-destructive tool to detect tritium in real-time. It is based on detection of beta particles, emitted during spontaneous tritium decay, using a proprietary SiC sensor. It is available as a lab unite or a mobile unit.
The mobile tritium detection unit, designed for on site measurements, fits in a suitcase and is insensitive to unintentional external perturbations.
