Production of neutrons by cosmic rays at various depths underground

Gorshkov, G.V.; Zyabkin, V.A.

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“…The DKM-59 report neutron background values agree well with the Gorshkov and Zyabkin [5] calculation at about the l0% level. These results were used in background estimates for the CDMS experiment [2].…”

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confidence: 71%

“…Fast muons produce neutrons as a result of interactions of the electromagnetic field of the muons with nuclei, or as a result of photonuclear interactions of real photons contained in showers produced by δ electrons, bremsstrahlung of muons and pair production [4]. In a detailed analysis, Gorshkov and Zyabkin [5] have carefully calculated the fast-muon production of neutrons in lead, cadmium, iron and aluminum at depths up to 1000 m w.e. and their values are in rather good agreement with experimental values.…”

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Neutron Production by Muons

Pritychenko¹

2019

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Neutron Production by Muons

Pritychenko¹

2019

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“…excellent. This production rate can be compared to the values of 200 neutrons/kg/day reported byCocconi and Cocconi Tongiorgi[87] and 233 neutrons/kg/day predicted by Gorshkov and Zyabkin[93] for the cosmic ray induced neutron production rate in lead at 20 m.w.e. It is not unexpected that the rate determined here is slightly higher than these values, since the depth of the Stanford Underground Facility is only 16 m.w.e.…”

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“…In a detailed analysis, Gorshkov and Zyabkin [93] have carefully calculated the fast-muon production of neutrons in lead, cadmium, iron and aluminum at depths up to 1000 m.w.e.…”

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Development of a Low Background Environment for the Cryogenic Dark Matter Search

Silva¹

1996

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In presenting this thesis in partial fulfilment of the requirements for an advanced degree at the University of British Columbia, I agree that the Library shall make it freely available for reference and study. I further agree that permission for extensive copying of this thesis for scholarly purposes may be granted by the head of my department or by his or her representatives. It is understood that copying or publication of this thesis for financial gain shall not be allowed without my written permission.

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“…Previous measurements and simulations suggest that neutron yield scales with target material as < A > β [41,68,69]. In particular, Formaggio and Martoff suggest β = 0.90 ± 0.23 [68].…”

Section: Muon-induced Neutron Spallation In Scintillatormentioning

confidence: 96%

Measurement of Neutron and Muon Fluxes 100~m Underground with the SciBath Detector

Garrison

2014

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I would first like to thank the members of my committee for their time, support, and evaluation of my work. In particular to my adviser, Rex Tayloe, thank you for your guidance and expertise. You assisted me through the vast majority of my graduate career at IU, helped shape this thesis and analysis, and taught me what it is to be a physicist. It has been a privilege to work with you over these years. I would like to thank Indiana University and the Physics Department and Center for the Exploration of Energy and Matter in particular for making my graduate career possible. To the secretaries and staff, thank you for supporting the work of all graduate students with kindness and patience. I also thank the National Science Foundation for funding this research

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Production of neutrons by cosmic rays at various depths underground

Cited by 4 publications

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Neutron Production by Muons

Neutron Production by Muons

Development of a Low Background Environment for the Cryogenic Dark Matter Search

Measurement of Neutron and Muon Fluxes 100~m Underground with the SciBath Detector

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