Accession Number:

ADA142475

Title:

Modifications to Iterative Recursion Unfolding Algorithms and Computer Codes to Find More Appropriate Neutron Spectra.

Descriptive Note:

Final rept.,

Corporate Author:

NAVAL RESEARCH LAB WASHINGTON DC

Personal Author(s):

• Lowry,K. A.
• Johnson,T. L.

Report Date:

1984-06-06

Pagination or Media Count:

36.0

Abstract:

Modifications were made to iterative recursion unfolding algorithms and computer codes which allow the incorporation of prior knowledge, such as cutoff energy or preferred spectral shape, into the solution. Using these modifications, more appropriate neutron spectra are obtained. Author

Descriptors:

• *DOSIMETRY
• *NEUTRON SPECTRUM
• COMPUTER PROGRAMS
• ALGORITHMS
• MATRICES(MATHEMATICS)
• TRANSFORMATIONS(MATHEMATICS)
• RECURSIVE FUNCTIONS
• RADIATION PROTECTION
• ITERATIONS
• NEUTRONS
• HEALTH PHYSICS
• NEUTRON SPECTROMETERS

Subject Categories:

• Radiobiology
• Theoretical Mathematics

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE