Design optimization of a fast-neutron detector with scintillating fibers for triton burnup experiments at fusion

E Takada1, T Amitani1, A Fujisaki1

  • 1National Institute of Technology, Toyama College, 13 Hongo-mach, Toyama 939-8630, Japan.

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