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ISABELLE shielding criteria and design.

P J Gollon, W R Casey

    Health Physics
    |January 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    Radiation shielding for the ISABELLE proton-storage ring at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) addresses neutron and muon radiation risks for personnel and the public. Design goals and protective methods are detailed to mitigate exposures from routine operations and beam losses.

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    Area of Science:

    • Particle accelerator physics
    • Radiation protection engineering
    • High-energy physics

    Background:

    • ISABELLE is a 400-GeV proton-storage ring under construction at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL).
    • Radiation protection challenges are similar to fixed-target facilities, requiring protection for nearby personnel and distant public.
    • Both routine operations and unplanned beam losses pose significant radiation risks.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline radiation protection design goals for ISABELLE.
    • To detail methods for mitigating radiation exposure.
    • To address protection from neutron and muon radiation.

    Main Methods:

    • Adoption of design goals (mrem/yr) for various populations and exposure scenarios.
    • Implementation of hardware solutions for radiation shielding.
    • Utilizing access control systems to manage exposure risks.

    Main Results:

    • Identified potential for severe radiation exposures from beam loss events, exceeding normal operation risks.
    • Established specific radiation exposure limits for different groups.
    • Described comprehensive shielding and control strategies.

    Conclusions:

    • The design of ISABELLE incorporates robust radiation protection measures.
    • Effective shielding and access control are crucial for managing accelerator-related radiation hazards.
    • The project aims to meet stringent radiation safety standards for all involved populations.

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