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1. How REP works. Reminder
1.1 Internal instrumentation for PWRs
The measurement of a neutron flux, i.e. of uncharged particles, always involves a neutron/matter interaction, which in turn creates particles capable of producing a measurable electric current. Each time a neutron is absorbed, the atoms of this sensitive material are transformed and no longer exist as such.
The material chosen to undergo this interaction will be consumed and disappear at a rate that depends on the intensity of the neutron flux and the probability of occurrence of the reaction (effective absorption cross-section). The higher this probability, the higher the current supplied, but, on the other hand, the faster the sensitive material will disappear, ultimately necessitating rapid replacement of the sensor....
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Functional requirements for PWR instrumentation
Appendix – Description of treatments performed
(Mathematical development by Gérard RIO, Process Technical Development Department at Framatome - ANP)
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