Optimal Shielding for Minimum Materials Cost of Mass
Author: Robert D. Woolley
Abstract: Material costs dominate some shielding design problems. This is certainly the case for manned nuclear power space applications for which shielding is essential and the cost of launching by rocket from earth is high. In such situations or in those where shielding volume or mass is constrained, it is important to optimize the design. Although trial and error synthesis methods may succeed a more systematic approach is warranted. Design automation may also potentially reduce engineering costs.
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Presented at:18th Topical Meeting of the Radiation Protection & Shielding Div. of ANS, Knoxville, TN September 14-18, 2014.
Published in: Nuclear Technology (ANS)
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